Today Senator Ben Cardin, Senator Chris Van Hollen and I announced the Department of Defense 🇺🇸 & MDAirNationalGuard STARBASE program to introduce students to opportunities in STEM. The program lets students explore careers and applications of STEM at military bases across the country. ruppersberger.house.gov/news-room/pres…

59 years ago, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, prohibiting racial discrimination at the polls. While MAGA Extremists are trying to take away this sacred right, House Democrats and I are working to ensure every American has access to the ballot box.

On Purple Heart Day, we honor the service members who were wounded or killed while fighting to protect our freedoms. We are forever grateful for their courage.

During the week of the 59th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, I’m proud to receive an “A” from Defend The Vote Action Fund for working to protect the right to vote and our democracy. As extremists attack our democracy, I'm devoted to defending our freedoms.

Economic Injury Disaster Loans from SBA are now available for Carroll County businesses that suffered economic losses due to drought. Find more information here: sba.gov/funding-progra…

It’s been 2 years since President Biden enacted #CHIPSandScience, and we are seeing results across the nation. In Maryland alone, we have seen $15.8 billion in investments in clean energy, infrastructure and manufacturing under the Biden-Harris administration.

Congratulations to Brandon M. Scott and Hana on your wedding! Here’s to a lifetime of health, happiness and shared memories.

Happy 89th birthday, Social Security! When President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed this transformative program into law, it provided safety to our seniors for generations to come. I will always work to protect Social Security so every American can retire with dignity.

It has been 2 years since President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law – and it’s working! By cutting climate pollution, creating jobs, improving public health and boosting the clean energy economy, the IRA is the greatest climate investment in history. #ClimateWinsHere

I am honored to have been recognized for my nearly 4 decades of public service at MD Assoc of Counties #MACoCon this past weekend. MACo has been an important part of my career, and I could not be more humbled by this recognition.

I am devastated to hear of the loss of Congressman Bill Pascrell. Rep. Pascrell was a good friend of mine and an even better representative of the people of New Jersey’s 9th district. I extend my sincere condolences and prayers to the Pascrell family and staff.

Rep. John Lewis fought for democracy and the unfettered right to vote. As Extreme MAGA Republicans attack the freedom to vote, we honor his legacy by fighting to make the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act law.

104 years ago, the fight for universal suffrage gave women the right to vote – a right we must not take for granted. I’m fighting back against Extreme MAGA Republican attacks on the freedom to vote and women's rights.

No one should have to worry about how they will feed their family. That is why I led a #bipartisan group of colleagues in sending a letter to leadership urging them to extend protections to victims of stolen food stamps that are set to expire in September. ruppersberger.house.gov/news-room/pres…

61 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and over 200,000 people marched on Washington to call for an end to segregation and demand civil and economic rights for all. While we celebrate how far our nation has come, we continue the fight for equality.

Made possible by the #Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, #TeamMaryland announced $332,000 in U.S. EPA funding to detect and remove lead from drinking water in schools and childcare facilities in Maryland. Everyone deserves access to clean, healthy drinking water. ruppersberger.house.gov/news-room/pres…

My heart breaks for the loved ones of the victims at today’s school shooting in Georgia and all the students and first responders who had to witness what was once unimaginable. We must prioritize the safety of our nation’s students and educators. #EnoughIsEnough

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. To those who are struggling – please know that you are not alone, and that help is available. If you or a loved one is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential help 24/7.

Celebrated initial steps toward a new waterfront park in #MD02 w/ County Executive Johnny Olszewski today at the former CP Crane power plant. Proud to have helped secure $1.7M w/ Senator Chris Van Hollen for the project, which will transform a site once damaging to our environment into one that enhances it.

23 years ago today, our nation was attacked. We remember and mourn the thousands of lives taken on that day, and we will never forget the sacrifices our first responders made.