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Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to Patricia Espinosa, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change - Durbin, Colleagues Send Letter To U.N. Convention And President Trump In Support Of Global Efforts To Combat Climate Change Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Charles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and the Hon. Ronald Wyden, Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee - Heinrich Pushes For Clean Energy Tax Extenders Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 100 House dems introduce legislation to block USDA rule kicking people off SNAP Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Tweet - "It's unacceptable that the Admin is proposing cuts to nutrition assistance that could cause #1MillionKids to lose automatic free lunches. I continue to stand with my colleagues in the @TheBlackCaucus against efforts to cut critical nutrition assistance for children & families." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Lawmakers urge EPA to drop its plan to undo methane waste rule Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Charles Sheehan, Acting Inspector General of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Senator Doug Jones Leads Push for EPA to Enforce Civil Rights Protections Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Van Hollen, Sarbanes Lead Bicameral Letter Urging House and Senate Conference Negotiators to Include Increased Funds for Chesapeake Bay Program Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator - Tonko, Kuster, Pallone lead 220+ Members Calling on EPA to Negotiate in Good Faith Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Schatz Introduces New Legislation to Ensure U.S. Financial System is Prepared for Climate Change Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Van Hollen, Cardin, Casey Call on USDA to Target Unspent Funds Toward Helping Farmers in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Reduce Runoff Pollution Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Van Hollen Legislation to Reauthorize ARPA-E, Increase Funding for Advanced Energy Research and Development Passes Key Senate Committee Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 18, 2019 Reforming Disaster Recovery Act of 2019 Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the US Chamber Board Member Representative - Harris, Colleagues Demand Answers on Chamber of Commerce's Anti-Climate Agenda, Funding Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Reps. Green and Wagner Pass Critical Disaster Recovery Legislation Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency - Harris, Colleagues Announce GAO Report: Climate Change Poses Real Threat to Our Nation's Superfund Sites Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 4, 2019 Tweet - "By withdrawing from the #ParisClimateAgreement, POTUS is placing Americans' health, environment, and our nation's economic competitiveness at risk. I urge him to change course." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 4, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Administration's Formal Withdrawal From the Paris Climate Accord Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 1, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chair of the Committee on Appropriations, Letter to the Hon. Betty McCollum, Chair of the Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies - Rep. Huffman, Sen. Markey Push for Accountability, Protecting the Arctic and American Taxpayers Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 31, 2019 Cardin Leads Bipartisan Senate Resolution Urging President Trump to Keep the United States in the Paris Climate Agreement Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 31, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin Advance Maryland Priorities in Senate-Passed Spending Bill Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Steny H. Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House of Representatives - More than 160 Members Urge House Democratic Leadership to Prioritize Clean Energy Tax Policies Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 28, 2019 Van Hollen, Alexander Introduce Legislation to Reauthorize ARPA-E, Increase Funding for Advanced Energy Research and Development Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Oct. 25, 2019 Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to Protect Endangered Species Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton Leads Letter Urging House and Senate Appropriators to Block Funding for Relocation of USDA Research Agencies Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 22, 2019 Udall, Bennet Introduce Major Resolution to Set National Conservation Goal: Conserve 30% of U.S. Lands and Ocean by 2030 Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 18, 2019 Letter to Hon. Alex M. Azar, II, Secretary of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Shaheen & Hassan Call for Quick Distribution of LIHEAP Assistance Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 16, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems strongly oppose the Trump Admin's proposal to put a million students at risk of losing access to school meals, which would have a detrimental impact on their health and ability to learn. We will fight to protect nutrition assistance that helps prevent child hunger." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 15, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Rule to Undermine the Renewable Fuel Standard Program Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 15, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Administration's proposed rule to undermine the Renewable Fuel Standard program goes back on a pledge POTUS made to increase demand for biofuels. It will harm farmers and rural families who earn their livelihoods through biofuels." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2019 Letter to Colleague - House to Vote On Financial Services Bills, Legislation to Combat Corruption and Safeguard Our Democracy During Upcoming Work Period Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Rick Perry, Secretary of the Department of Energy - Senators Markey and Shaheen Lead Colleagues in Blasting Trump Admin. Attack on Lighting Standards That Save Consumer Money, Combat Climate Change Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Air pollution continues to be a public health risk, especially for communities of color. This #HispanicHeritageMonth, House Dems remain committed to protecting clear air & water and fighting back against the Trump Admin's efforts to roll back protections." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 28, 2019 Tweet - "This #NationalPublicLandsDay, I join in celebrating our county's most treasured public areas. I also thank those who visited a national park and took part in volunteer work." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 27, 2019 Warner & Kaine join Van Hollen & Capito to Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Resources for Chesapeake Bay Conservation Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. David Bernhardt, Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior - Van Hollen, Senate Democrats Call on Interior Secretary to Terminate Acting BLM Director's Authority Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 25, 2019 Tweet - "The major climate report by the @IPCC_CH only further illustrates what is at stake if we do not #ActOnClimate. Our oceans, coastal communities, and marine ecosystems are suffering from the dangerous heat of climate change." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges Trump Administration to Withdraw Proposal to Take Away Food Assistance from Millions of Americans Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 23, 2019 Tweet - "While @POTUS has isolated the U.S. in the global effort to address the #ClimateCrisis, the majority of Americans demand action. House Dems commend those who are announcing action at the #ClimateActionSummit & we continue to call on @senatemajldr to pass the #ClimateActionNow Act." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today, young people around the world are holding a #ClimateStrike to demand action on the #ClimateCrisis. I am inspired by their activism and stand in solidarity with them. House Dems have passed a number of bills to #ActOnClimate. We will continue to work to address this crisis." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 House Democrats Fund the Government, Pass Legislation to Protect American Consumers and Employees Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Raskin Urges President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Van Hollen Statement On Trump Administration's Attack On Maryland Emissions Standards Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to Donald Trump, The President - Katie Hill Leads Letter Urging President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Tweet - "The @EPA's dirty water agenda put's the drinking water of 1/3 Americans at risk, threatening communities and families who rely on clean and safe water. House Dems are fighting to #ProtectOurWater and safeguard against @EPAAWheeler and @POTUS's #DirtyWaterRule." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 18, 2019 Harris, Feinstein, Senate Democrats Introduce Clean Air, Healthy Kids Act to Rescind President Trump's Anti-Climate Agenda Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Democrats Act on the Climate Crisis, Fight Back Against President Trump's Efforts to Roll Back Public Health and Environmental Protections Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 18, 2019 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference, I told press that the Senate has done nothing to fund the government, so the House will vote on a CR this week to extend government funding through November 21. I'm hopeful we'll reach agreement on the CR and can vote on it on Thursday or Friday." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - "Maryland Delegation Urges USDA to Reconsider Food and Nutrition Benefit Changes Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 13, 2019 House Democrats Pass Legislation to Protect Coastal Communities and Economies Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Nearly half of Americans believe that action must be taken to mitigate the #ClimateCrisis. Instead of rolling back environmental protections & withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord, @POTUS must listen to the American people who want #ClimateAction." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to Patricia Espinosa, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change - Durbin, Colleagues Send Letter To U.N. Convention And President Trump In Support Of Global Efforts To Combat Climate Change Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Charles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and the Hon. Ronald Wyden, Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee - Heinrich Pushes For Clean Energy Tax Extenders Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 100 House dems introduce legislation to block USDA rule kicking people off SNAP Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Tweet - "It's unacceptable that the Admin is proposing cuts to nutrition assistance that could cause #1MillionKids to lose automatic free lunches. I continue to stand with my colleagues in the @TheBlackCaucus against efforts to cut critical nutrition assistance for children & families." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Lawmakers urge EPA to drop its plan to undo methane waste rule Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Charles Sheehan, Acting Inspector General of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Senator Doug Jones Leads Push for EPA to Enforce Civil Rights Protections Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Van Hollen, Sarbanes Lead Bicameral Letter Urging House and Senate Conference Negotiators to Include Increased Funds for Chesapeake Bay Program Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator - Tonko, Kuster, Pallone lead 220+ Members Calling on EPA to Negotiate in Good Faith Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Schatz Introduces New Legislation to Ensure U.S. Financial System is Prepared for Climate Change Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Van Hollen, Cardin, Casey Call on USDA to Target Unspent Funds Toward Helping Farmers in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Reduce Runoff Pollution Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Van Hollen Legislation to Reauthorize ARPA-E, Increase Funding for Advanced Energy Research and Development Passes Key Senate Committee Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 18, 2019 Reforming Disaster Recovery Act of 2019 Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the US Chamber Board Member Representative - Harris, Colleagues Demand Answers on Chamber of Commerce's Anti-Climate Agenda, Funding Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Reps. Green and Wagner Pass Critical Disaster Recovery Legislation Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency - Harris, Colleagues Announce GAO Report: Climate Change Poses Real Threat to Our Nation's Superfund Sites Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 4, 2019 Tweet - "By withdrawing from the #ParisClimateAgreement, POTUS is placing Americans' health, environment, and our nation's economic competitiveness at risk. I urge him to change course." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 4, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Administration's Formal Withdrawal From the Paris Climate Accord Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 1, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chair of the Committee on Appropriations, Letter to the Hon. Betty McCollum, Chair of the Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies - Rep. Huffman, Sen. Markey Push for Accountability, Protecting the Arctic and American Taxpayers Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 31, 2019 Cardin Leads Bipartisan Senate Resolution Urging President Trump to Keep the United States in the Paris Climate Agreement Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 31, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin Advance Maryland Priorities in Senate-Passed Spending Bill Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Steny H. Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House of Representatives - More than 160 Members Urge House Democratic Leadership to Prioritize Clean Energy Tax Policies Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 28, 2019 Van Hollen, Alexander Introduce Legislation to Reauthorize ARPA-E, Increase Funding for Advanced Energy Research and Development Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Oct. 25, 2019 Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to Protect Endangered Species Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton Leads Letter Urging House and Senate Appropriators to Block Funding for Relocation of USDA Research Agencies Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 22, 2019 Udall, Bennet Introduce Major Resolution to Set National Conservation Goal: Conserve 30% of U.S. Lands and Ocean by 2030 Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 18, 2019 Letter to Hon. Alex M. Azar, II, Secretary of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Shaheen & Hassan Call for Quick Distribution of LIHEAP Assistance Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 16, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems strongly oppose the Trump Admin's proposal to put a million students at risk of losing access to school meals, which would have a detrimental impact on their health and ability to learn. We will fight to protect nutrition assistance that helps prevent child hunger." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 15, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Rule to Undermine the Renewable Fuel Standard Program Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 15, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Administration's proposed rule to undermine the Renewable Fuel Standard program goes back on a pledge POTUS made to increase demand for biofuels. It will harm farmers and rural families who earn their livelihoods through biofuels." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2019 Letter to Colleague - House to Vote On Financial Services Bills, Legislation to Combat Corruption and Safeguard Our Democracy During Upcoming Work Period Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Rick Perry, Secretary of the Department of Energy - Senators Markey and Shaheen Lead Colleagues in Blasting Trump Admin. Attack on Lighting Standards That Save Consumer Money, Combat Climate Change Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Air pollution continues to be a public health risk, especially for communities of color. This #HispanicHeritageMonth, House Dems remain committed to protecting clear air & water and fighting back against the Trump Admin's efforts to roll back protections." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 28, 2019 Tweet - "This #NationalPublicLandsDay, I join in celebrating our county's most treasured public areas. I also thank those who visited a national park and took part in volunteer work." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 27, 2019 Warner & Kaine join Van Hollen & Capito to Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Resources for Chesapeake Bay Conservation Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. David Bernhardt, Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior - Van Hollen, Senate Democrats Call on Interior Secretary to Terminate Acting BLM Director's Authority Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 25, 2019 Tweet - "The major climate report by the @IPCC_CH only further illustrates what is at stake if we do not #ActOnClimate. Our oceans, coastal communities, and marine ecosystems are suffering from the dangerous heat of climate change." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges Trump Administration to Withdraw Proposal to Take Away Food Assistance from Millions of Americans Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 23, 2019 Tweet - "While @POTUS has isolated the U.S. in the global effort to address the #ClimateCrisis, the majority of Americans demand action. House Dems commend those who are announcing action at the #ClimateActionSummit & we continue to call on @senatemajldr to pass the #ClimateActionNow Act." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today, young people around the world are holding a #ClimateStrike to demand action on the #ClimateCrisis. I am inspired by their activism and stand in solidarity with them. House Dems have passed a number of bills to #ActOnClimate. We will continue to work to address this crisis." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 House Democrats Fund the Government, Pass Legislation to Protect American Consumers and Employees Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Raskin Urges President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Van Hollen Statement On Trump Administration's Attack On Maryland Emissions Standards Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to Donald Trump, The President - Katie Hill Leads Letter Urging President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Tweet - "The @EPA's dirty water agenda put's the drinking water of 1/3 Americans at risk, threatening communities and families who rely on clean and safe water. House Dems are fighting to #ProtectOurWater and safeguard against @EPAAWheeler and @POTUS's #DirtyWaterRule." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 18, 2019 Harris, Feinstein, Senate Democrats Introduce Clean Air, Healthy Kids Act to Rescind President Trump's Anti-Climate Agenda Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Democrats Act on the Climate Crisis, Fight Back Against President Trump's Efforts to Roll Back Public Health and Environmental Protections Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 18, 2019 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference, I told press that the Senate has done nothing to fund the government, so the House will vote on a CR this week to extend government funding through November 21. I'm hopeful we'll reach agreement on the CR and can vote on it on Thursday or Friday." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - "Maryland Delegation Urges USDA to Reconsider Food and Nutrition Benefit Changes Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 13, 2019 House Democrats Pass Legislation to Protect Coastal Communities and Economies Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Nearly half of Americans believe that action must be taken to mitigate the #ClimateCrisis. Instead of rolling back environmental protections & withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord, @POTUS must listen to the American people who want #ClimateAction." Rep.Steny Hoyer
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