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Dec. 16, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Cardin, Van Hollen and Garamendi Urge U.S. Secretary of Education to Include Peace Corps Volunteers in new Student Loan Relief
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Letter to Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Menendez and Booker Join Democratic Senate and House Colleagues in Urging Education Secretary to Provide Guidance to Parents on Gun Storage Safety
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 15, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Following Oxford High School Shooting, Van Hollen, Murphy, Thompson, Stabenow, Peters, Blumenthal, Slotkin Urge Department Of Education To Issue Guidance On Safe Gun Storage
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 10, 2021
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Van Hollen, Warnock, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Extend Waiver on Student Loan Interest for Duration of COVID-19 National Emergency
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 7, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Booker, Krishnamoorthi Lead Colleagues in Calling on U.S. Department of Education to Facilitate Student Civic Engagement in Institutions of Higher Education
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 6, 2021
Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Student Loan Interest Waiver Extension
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Dec. 6, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Warner, Kaine & Colleagues Call on U.S. Department of Education to Facilitate Student Civic Engagement in Higher Education Institutions
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 23, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary US Department of Education - Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2021
Congressman Kweisi Mfume's Statement on the Passage of the Build Back Better Act
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
Nov. 19, 2021
RASKIN STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE BUILD BACK BETTER ACT
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Nov. 17, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Act on Promised Overhaul of Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program to Help Military Service Members
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 16, 2021
Letter to The Hon. Patrick Leahy, Chair Committee on Appropriation; Hon. Richard Shelby, Vice Chair Committee on Appropriations - Funding for Students with Disabilities
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 16, 2021
Van Hollen, Huffman Reintroduce Bicameral Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 12, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education, and Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Amid Alarming Rise in Cyberattacks, Senators Van Hollen, Hassan, Sinema, and Rosen, Call for More Aggressive Steps to Strengthen Cybersecurity at K-12 Schools
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 21, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Childcare/Education in Build Back Better
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 30, 2021
Mfume, Baltimore Congressional Delegation Announces $7.5 Million to Establish Center of Excellence for 2D Materials Research to Support DOD at Morgan State University
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
Sept. 28, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $1 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Cultural Institutions in their Economic Recovery from COVID-19
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 28, 2021
Mfume, Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $1 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Cultural Institutions in their Economic Recovery from COVID-19
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
Sept. 28, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $1 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Cultural Institutions in their Economic Recovery from COVID-19
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "Today I joined in announcing more than $1 million in #AmericanRescuePlan funding for Maryland's cultural institutions. This funding will help ensure these important educational organizations & institutions can continue serving and inspiring Marylanders."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 15, 2021
Tweet - "Yesterday, the MD General Assembly gave final approval to require masks in Maryland's public schools. This decision was grounded in science, & is an effective measure that will reduce the spread of COVID-19 and improve the safety of children & families."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 14, 2021
Letter to Secretary Miguel Cardinal, US Department of Education - Baldwin Joins Colleagues in Letter Urging the Department of Education to Continue to Bolster Federal and State Oversight of Student Loan Servicers
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 13, 2021
Mfume, Baltimore Congressional Delegation Announces More than $9 Million in Federal Funding for Baltimore County COVID-19 Response Efforts
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
Sept. 13, 2021
Tweet - "When Congress passed the CARES Act, we included funding to help make college more affordable for students. I'm pleased @pgccnews used this relief to help students by eliminating their outstanding balances & ensuring they can pursue a quality education."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 3, 2021
NEWSLETTER: Stay Protected this Back to School Season: Get Vaccinated & Wear a Mask
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Congressman Biggs Sends Letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona Regarding Mask Mandates
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Aug. 25, 2021
Van Hollen, Markey, Meng Highlight More Than $5.1 Billion in Requests for Emergency Connectivity Funds for Schools and Libraries
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 25, 2021
Senators Markey and Van Hollen, Rep. Meng Highlight More Than $5.1 Billion in Requests for Emergency Connectivity Funds for Schools and Libraries
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 18, 2021
Hoyer Meets Virtually with the Maryland State Superintendent of Schools
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 12, 2021
Hoyer Tours College of Southern Maryland Velocity Center, Attends Briefing with College of Southern Maryland and United States Bomb Technician Association
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 11, 2021
Van Hollen Statement On Senate Passage Of The Build Back Better Budget Resolution
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 9, 2021
Hoyer Welcomes Secretary of State Antony Blinken to the University of Maryland, College Park
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 9, 2021
Van Hollen, Senate Budget Democrats Release Framework To Invest In American Workers, Families
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 6, 2021
Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Padilla Urges State Department to Address International Student Visa Backlog
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 3, 2021
U.S. Senators Tina Smith, Chris Van Hollen Introduce Legislation to Relieve Families from Private Student Loans Upon Death of Student
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 30, 2021
Tweet - "Full-service community schools put resources in one place for children and their families that will help students succeed. I'm proud that the House passed legislation to make a significant investment in this important program."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2021
Tweet - "I'm glad that legislation to fund the government includes $443 million in funding for full-service community schools. Expanding this program will ensure that more students will be ready to learn and succeed."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2021
Tweet - "Full-service community schools empower students to succeed, and I'm glad the House passed legislation to boost funding to $443 million. Read more about the full-service community school model and what advocates are saying:"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2021
Tweet - "In MD, full-service community schools have helped close achievement gaps for students and provide parents with critical support services. I have long advocated for this funding nationwide and am glad that the House has voted to boost its funding to $443 million."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2021
Van Hollen, Markey, and Rep. Meng Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Close the Homework Gap, Get More Students Online
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 22, 2021
Meng, Markey and Van Hollen Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Close the Homework Gap, Ensure Students Continue to Receive Needed Internet Access After the COVID-19 Pandemic Ends
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 20, 2021
Letter to Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader - Luján Joins Colleagues Urging Senate Leadership to Invest in Educator Workforce
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 9, 2021
Harris Announces $10 Million Head Start Grant to Shore Up!
Rep. Andy Harris
July 9, 2021
Harris Announces $10 Million Head Start Grant to Shore Up!
Rep. Andy Harris
July 9, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Senatory Murray Urges Education Department to Expand Debt Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 8, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Senator Hassan, Colleagues Urge Education Department to Expand Debt Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 8, 2021
Letter to Hon. Patty Murray, Chair of Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies and Hon. Roy Blunt, Ranking Member of Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - Baldwin, Collins, Tester Lead Bipartisan Push for TRIO Program Funding to Assist First-Generation, Low-Income College Students
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 7, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin Urge Education Department to Expand Debt Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 6, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $54 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Children with Disabilities
Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 6, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $54 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Children with Disabilities
Rep. Steny Hoyer
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Dec. 16, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Cardin, Van Hollen and Garamendi Urge U.S. Secretary of Education to Include Peace Corps Volunteers in new Student Loan Relief
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Letter to Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Menendez and Booker Join Democratic Senate and House Colleagues in Urging Education Secretary to Provide Guidance to Parents on Gun Storage Safety
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 15, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Following Oxford High School Shooting, Van Hollen, Murphy, Thompson, Stabenow, Peters, Blumenthal, Slotkin Urge Department Of Education To Issue Guidance On Safe Gun Storage
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 10, 2021
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Van Hollen, Warnock, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Extend Waiver on Student Loan Interest for Duration of COVID-19 National Emergency
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 7, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Booker, Krishnamoorthi Lead Colleagues in Calling on U.S. Department of Education to Facilitate Student Civic Engagement in Institutions of Higher Education
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 6, 2021
Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Student Loan Interest Waiver Extension
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 6, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Warner, Kaine & Colleagues Call on U.S. Department of Education to Facilitate Student Civic Engagement in Higher Education Institutions
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 23, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary US Department of Education - Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2021
Congressman Kweisi Mfume's Statement on the Passage of the Build Back Better Act
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
Nov. 19, 2021
RASKIN STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE BUILD BACK BETTER ACT
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Nov. 17, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Act on Promised Overhaul of Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program to Help Military Service Members
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 16, 2021
Letter to The Hon. Patrick Leahy, Chair Committee on Appropriation; Hon. Richard Shelby, Vice Chair Committee on Appropriations - Funding for Students with Disabilities
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 16, 2021
Van Hollen, Huffman Reintroduce Bicameral Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 12, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education, and Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Amid Alarming Rise in Cyberattacks, Senators Van Hollen, Hassan, Sinema, and Rosen, Call for More Aggressive Steps to Strengthen Cybersecurity at K-12 Schools
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 21, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Childcare/Education in Build Back Better
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 30, 2021
Mfume, Baltimore Congressional Delegation Announces $7.5 Million to Establish Center of Excellence for 2D Materials Research to Support DOD at Morgan State University
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
Sept. 28, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $1 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Cultural Institutions in their Economic Recovery from COVID-19
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 28, 2021
Mfume, Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $1 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Cultural Institutions in their Economic Recovery from COVID-19
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
Sept. 28, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $1 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Cultural Institutions in their Economic Recovery from COVID-19
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "Today I joined in announcing more than $1 million in #AmericanRescuePlan funding for Maryland's cultural institutions. This funding will help ensure these important educational organizations & institutions can continue serving and inspiring Marylanders."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 15, 2021
Tweet - "Yesterday, the MD General Assembly gave final approval to require masks in Maryland's public schools. This decision was grounded in science, & is an effective measure that will reduce the spread of COVID-19 and improve the safety of children & families."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 14, 2021
Letter to Secretary Miguel Cardinal, US Department of Education - Baldwin Joins Colleagues in Letter Urging the Department of Education to Continue to Bolster Federal and State Oversight of Student Loan Servicers
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 13, 2021
Mfume, Baltimore Congressional Delegation Announces More than $9 Million in Federal Funding for Baltimore County COVID-19 Response Efforts
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
Sept. 13, 2021
Tweet - "When Congress passed the CARES Act, we included funding to help make college more affordable for students. I'm pleased @pgccnews used this relief to help students by eliminating their outstanding balances & ensuring they can pursue a quality education."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 3, 2021
NEWSLETTER: Stay Protected this Back to School Season: Get Vaccinated & Wear a Mask
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Congressman Biggs Sends Letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona Regarding Mask Mandates
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Aug. 25, 2021
Van Hollen, Markey, Meng Highlight More Than $5.1 Billion in Requests for Emergency Connectivity Funds for Schools and Libraries
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 25, 2021
Senators Markey and Van Hollen, Rep. Meng Highlight More Than $5.1 Billion in Requests for Emergency Connectivity Funds for Schools and Libraries
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 18, 2021
Hoyer Meets Virtually with the Maryland State Superintendent of Schools
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 12, 2021
Hoyer Tours College of Southern Maryland Velocity Center, Attends Briefing with College of Southern Maryland and United States Bomb Technician Association
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 11, 2021
Van Hollen Statement On Senate Passage Of The Build Back Better Budget Resolution
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 9, 2021
Hoyer Welcomes Secretary of State Antony Blinken to the University of Maryland, College Park
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 9, 2021
Van Hollen, Senate Budget Democrats Release Framework To Invest In American Workers, Families
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 6, 2021
Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Padilla Urges State Department to Address International Student Visa Backlog
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 3, 2021
U.S. Senators Tina Smith, Chris Van Hollen Introduce Legislation to Relieve Families from Private Student Loans Upon Death of Student
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 30, 2021
Tweet - "Full-service community schools put resources in one place for children and their families that will help students succeed. I'm proud that the House passed legislation to make a significant investment in this important program."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2021
Tweet - "I'm glad that legislation to fund the government includes $443 million in funding for full-service community schools. Expanding this program will ensure that more students will be ready to learn and succeed."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2021
Tweet - "Full-service community schools empower students to succeed, and I'm glad the House passed legislation to boost funding to $443 million. Read more about the full-service community school model and what advocates are saying:"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2021
Tweet - "In MD, full-service community schools have helped close achievement gaps for students and provide parents with critical support services. I have long advocated for this funding nationwide and am glad that the House has voted to boost its funding to $443 million."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2021
Van Hollen, Markey, and Rep. Meng Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Close the Homework Gap, Get More Students Online
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 22, 2021
Meng, Markey and Van Hollen Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Close the Homework Gap, Ensure Students Continue to Receive Needed Internet Access After the COVID-19 Pandemic Ends
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 20, 2021
Letter to Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader - Luján Joins Colleagues Urging Senate Leadership to Invest in Educator Workforce
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 9, 2021
Harris Announces $10 Million Head Start Grant to Shore Up!
Rep.Andy Harris
July 9, 2021
Harris Announces $10 Million Head Start Grant to Shore Up!
Rep.Andy Harris
July 9, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Senatory Murray Urges Education Department to Expand Debt Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 8, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Senator Hassan, Colleagues Urge Education Department to Expand Debt Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 8, 2021
Letter to Hon. Patty Murray, Chair of Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies and Hon. Roy Blunt, Ranking Member of Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - Baldwin, Collins, Tester Lead Bipartisan Push for TRIO Program Funding to Assist First-Generation, Low-Income College Students
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 7, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin Urge Education Department to Expand Debt Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 6, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $54 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Children with Disabilities
Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 6, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $54 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Children with Disabilities
Rep.Steny Hoyer
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