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June 21, 2022
Tweet - "It was good to be back at the Educators Luncheon last Friday recognizing the hard work #MD05 educators have done in our community. I was glad to hear from our teachers & principals, who do so much for our students & families, & thank them for everything they do for our state."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 16, 2022
Rep. Raskin Announces Kensington High School Student as Winner of 2022 Congressional Art Competition, Launches Virtual Art Gallery
Rep. Jamie Raskin
April 7, 2022
Chairman Raskin Opening Statement at Hearing on Politically Motivated Efforts to Ban Books and Censor Free Speech in Schools and Public Libraries
Rep. Jamie Raskin
April 1, 2022
Rep. Raskin Leads Supreme Court Amicus Brief Supporting Student Religious Freedom
Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 21, 2022
Tweet - "I met with Charles County's newest school superintendent, Dr. Maria Navarro on Friday. She is focused on the needs of Charles County students and I look forward to working with her to advance opportunities for young learners in Charles County. https://bit.ly/3CSvoZn"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
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. 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. 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
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 6, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $54 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Children with Disabilities
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 7, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Rep. Calvert Urges Biden Administration to Stop Indoctrinating Students with Critical Race Theory
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
April 28, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $5.2 Million in Supplemental Early Childhood Education Funding
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2021
Tweet - "The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly worsened the learning gap. I'm proud to announce nearly $5.2 million in funding for early childhood education to make strong investments in high-quality, affordable childhood education throughout our communities:"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2021
Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Joint Address to Congress
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 27, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $12.8 Million from American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Homeless Students
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 14, 2021
Tweet - "Great to see @SecCardona visit with students in Prince George's County. The #AmericanRescuePlan provides critical resources to get students back in the classroom safely, & I join in thanking the Secretary of his commitment to our students, teachers, and parents."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 1, 2021
Tweet - "Pleased to announce nearly $12 million to support early childhood education programs in MD. This funding will expand early learning and development programs in our state and create better opportunities for Maryland children to succeed."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 1, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $12 Million to Support Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
April 1, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $12 Million to Support Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 24, 2021
Tweet - "The COVID-19 pandemic has caused too many children in Maryland to fall behind. That's why I'm glad that the #AmericanRescuePlan provides essential relief for K-12 schools in Maryland to help them reopen safely and ensure students have the resources they need to succeed."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2021
Letter to Hon. Dr. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Wyden, Colleagues Urge Department of Education to Issue Guidance for Summer Enrichment Programs
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 19, 2021
Tweet - "The American Rescue Plan has already begun providing relief to Americans across the country, and this law will continue to provide the assistance Americans need - from shots in arms to getting kids back in the classroom safely and keeping people in their homes. Check it out:"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021
Tweet - "Pleased to announce more than $3 million in funding to strengthen early learning opportunities for children in Maryland. This funding will help eliminate learning disparities and create new opportunities for our children to succeed."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021
Maryland Delegation Members Announce More Than $3.1 Million for Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021
MARYLAND DELEGATION MEMBERS ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $3.1 MILLION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 15, 2021
We must protect our students. Strengthen Title IX
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
March 10, 2021
Harris Votes "No" on Pelosi Payoff to Progressives Bill
Rep. Andy Harris
March 9, 2021
Hoyer Remarks at Press Conference Ahead of Final House Passage of American Rescue Plan
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 8, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, HASSAN, MURPHY SECURE DEDICATED FUNDING TO SUPPORT STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES IN COVID-19 RELIEF PACKAGE
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 6, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, COLLEAGUES APPLAUD SENATE PASSAGE OF MORE THAN $7 BILLION IN FUNDING TO HELP CLOSE THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN CORONAVIRUS RELIEF PACKAGE
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 24, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, BROWN, GILLIBRAND REINTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO EXPAND COMMUNITY SCHOOLS, SUPPORT STUDENTS, FAMILIES & COMMUNITIES
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 24, 2021
Brown, Gillibrand, Van Hollen, Jones Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Expand Community Schools, Support Students, Families & Communities
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 24, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, TRONE ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $4.5 MILLION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION IN WESTERN MARYLAND
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 24, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, TRONE ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $4.5 MILLION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION IN WESTERN MARYLAND
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, TESTER, COLLEAGUES DESIGNATE PUBLIC SCHOOLS WEEK TO RECOGNIZE CRITICAL ROLE OF PUBLIC EDUCATION
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 12, 2021
Citing Newly Announced CDC Guidance, Harris Again Urges Immediate School Reopenings
Rep. Andy Harris
Feb. 4, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Jessica Rosenworcel, Acting Chairwomen of Federal Communications Commission - Senators Markey, Cantwell, Van Hollen, Bennet, Hassan, and Schatz Lead Colleagues in Urging New Fcc to Use Its Emergency Authority to Connect Students to Online Learning
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 3, 2021
Cardin, Trone Introduce Bicameral True Equity Act to Strengthen Federal-state-local Educational Partnerships
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Jan. 28, 2021
Murphy, Blumenthal, Van Hollen, Lee Reintroduce Bicameral Bill To Fully Fund Title I, Special Education
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 3, 2021
Echoing Previous Calls, Harris Urges Counties to Re-open Schools Immediately
Rep. Andy Harris
Dec. 7, 2020
Letter to Honorable Joshua Gordon, Director of National Institute of Mental Health - Brown Joins Colleagues in Encouraging National Institute of Mental Health to Prioritize Study of Mental Health of Children and Young Adults During Pandemic
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 4, 2020
Letter to Honorable Joshua Gordon, Director of National Institute of Mental Health - Rosen Urges Study of Pandemic's Impact on Youth Mental Health
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 30, 2020
Rep. Raskin Launches "raskin's Readers" Program for Elementary Students
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Oct. 23, 2020
Reps. García (IL), Garcia (TX), Watson Coleman, Mfume Introduce Legislation to Help Keep Schools Safe during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
Date
Title
Politician
June 21, 2022
Tweet - "It was good to be back at the Educators Luncheon last Friday recognizing the hard work #MD05 educators have done in our community. I was glad to hear from our teachers & principals, who do so much for our students & families, & thank them for everything they do for our state."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 16, 2022
Rep. Raskin Announces Kensington High School Student as Winner of 2022 Congressional Art Competition, Launches Virtual Art Gallery
Rep.Jamie Raskin
April 7, 2022
Chairman Raskin Opening Statement at Hearing on Politically Motivated Efforts to Ban Books and Censor Free Speech in Schools and Public Libraries
Rep.Jamie Raskin
April 1, 2022
Rep. Raskin Leads Supreme Court Amicus Brief Supporting Student Religious Freedom
Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 21, 2022
Tweet - "I met with Charles County's newest school superintendent, Dr. Maria Navarro on Friday. She is focused on the needs of Charles County students and I look forward to working with her to advance opportunities for young learners in Charles County. https://bit.ly/3CSvoZn"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
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. 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. 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
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 6, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $54 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Children with Disabilities
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 7, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Rep. Calvert Urges Biden Administration to Stop Indoctrinating Students with Critical Race Theory
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
April 28, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $5.2 Million in Supplemental Early Childhood Education Funding
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2021
Tweet - "The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly worsened the learning gap. I'm proud to announce nearly $5.2 million in funding for early childhood education to make strong investments in high-quality, affordable childhood education throughout our communities:"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2021
Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Joint Address to Congress
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 27, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $12.8 Million from American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Homeless Students
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 14, 2021
Tweet - "Great to see @SecCardona visit with students in Prince George's County. The #AmericanRescuePlan provides critical resources to get students back in the classroom safely, & I join in thanking the Secretary of his commitment to our students, teachers, and parents."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 1, 2021
Tweet - "Pleased to announce nearly $12 million to support early childhood education programs in MD. This funding will expand early learning and development programs in our state and create better opportunities for Maryland children to succeed."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 1, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $12 Million to Support Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
April 1, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $12 Million to Support Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 24, 2021
Tweet - "The COVID-19 pandemic has caused too many children in Maryland to fall behind. That's why I'm glad that the #AmericanRescuePlan provides essential relief for K-12 schools in Maryland to help them reopen safely and ensure students have the resources they need to succeed."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2021
Letter to Hon. Dr. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Wyden, Colleagues Urge Department of Education to Issue Guidance for Summer Enrichment Programs
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 19, 2021
Tweet - "The American Rescue Plan has already begun providing relief to Americans across the country, and this law will continue to provide the assistance Americans need - from shots in arms to getting kids back in the classroom safely and keeping people in their homes. Check it out:"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021
Tweet - "Pleased to announce more than $3 million in funding to strengthen early learning opportunities for children in Maryland. This funding will help eliminate learning disparities and create new opportunities for our children to succeed."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021
Maryland Delegation Members Announce More Than $3.1 Million for Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021
MARYLAND DELEGATION MEMBERS ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $3.1 MILLION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 15, 2021
We must protect our students. Strengthen Title IX
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
March 10, 2021
Harris Votes "No" on Pelosi Payoff to Progressives Bill
Rep.Andy Harris
March 9, 2021
Hoyer Remarks at Press Conference Ahead of Final House Passage of American Rescue Plan
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 8, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, HASSAN, MURPHY SECURE DEDICATED FUNDING TO SUPPORT STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES IN COVID-19 RELIEF PACKAGE
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 6, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, COLLEAGUES APPLAUD SENATE PASSAGE OF MORE THAN $7 BILLION IN FUNDING TO HELP CLOSE THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN CORONAVIRUS RELIEF PACKAGE
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 24, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, BROWN, GILLIBRAND REINTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO EXPAND COMMUNITY SCHOOLS, SUPPORT STUDENTS, FAMILIES & COMMUNITIES
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 24, 2021
Brown, Gillibrand, Van Hollen, Jones Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Expand Community Schools, Support Students, Families & Communities
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 24, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, TRONE ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $4.5 MILLION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION IN WESTERN MARYLAND
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 24, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, TRONE ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $4.5 MILLION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION IN WESTERN MARYLAND
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, TESTER, COLLEAGUES DESIGNATE PUBLIC SCHOOLS WEEK TO RECOGNIZE CRITICAL ROLE OF PUBLIC EDUCATION
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 12, 2021
Citing Newly Announced CDC Guidance, Harris Again Urges Immediate School Reopenings
Rep.Andy Harris
Feb. 4, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Jessica Rosenworcel, Acting Chairwomen of Federal Communications Commission - Senators Markey, Cantwell, Van Hollen, Bennet, Hassan, and Schatz Lead Colleagues in Urging New Fcc to Use Its Emergency Authority to Connect Students to Online Learning
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 3, 2021
Cardin, Trone Introduce Bicameral True Equity Act to Strengthen Federal-state-local Educational Partnerships
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Jan. 28, 2021
Murphy, Blumenthal, Van Hollen, Lee Reintroduce Bicameral Bill To Fully Fund Title I, Special Education
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 3, 2021
Echoing Previous Calls, Harris Urges Counties to Re-open Schools Immediately
Rep.Andy Harris
Dec. 7, 2020
Letter to Honorable Joshua Gordon, Director of National Institute of Mental Health - Brown Joins Colleagues in Encouraging National Institute of Mental Health to Prioritize Study of Mental Health of Children and Young Adults During Pandemic
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 4, 2020
Letter to Honorable Joshua Gordon, Director of National Institute of Mental Health - Rosen Urges Study of Pandemic's Impact on Youth Mental Health
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 30, 2020
Rep. Raskin Launches "raskin's Readers" Program for Elementary Students
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Oct. 23, 2020
Reps. García (IL), Garcia (TX), Watson Coleman, Mfume Introduce Legislation to Help Keep Schools Safe during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
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