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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. 4, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Administration's Formal Withdrawal From the Paris Climate Accord Rep. Steny Hoyer
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. 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 Van Hollen, Cardin Advance Maryland Priorities in Senate-Passed Spending Bill Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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. 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. 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. 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 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. 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. 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 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 Donald Trump, The President - Katie Hill Leads Letter Urging President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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. 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 - "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 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. 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
Sept. 13, 2019 House Democrats Pass Legislation to Protect Coastal Communities and Economies Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 12, 2019 Harris, Feinstein, Senators Introduce Legislation to Fight Methane Pollution from Pipelines Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Feinstein, Udall, Senators Introduce Legislation to Fight Methane Pollution from Pipelines Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the Admin will finalize its #DirtyWaterRule, which ends protections that keep water clean for 1/3 of Americans. I urge @POTUS to stop weakening enviro & public health safeguards. House Dems will continue to work to #ProtectCleanWater for all." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 11, 2019 Letter to Peggy Gustafson, Inspector General U.S. Department of Commerce - Wyden Demands Answers from Commerce IG on Reports of Suppression and Retaliation at NOAA Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference, I told press the House will vote this week on 3 bills to block oil & gas drilling in ANWR, the Atlantic and Pacific Coasts, and in the Eastern Gulf of Mexico. These reflect our deep concern about the #ClimateCrisis. We'll continue to #ActOnClimate" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 11, 2019 Letter to Ms. Gustafson - Hirono, Senate Democrats Demand Answers from Commerce IG on Reports of Suppression and Retaliation at NOAA Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Raskin Votes to Protect Maryland's Coastline from Offshore Drilling Rep. Jamie Raskin
Sept. 11, 2019 Coastal and Marine Economies Protection Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to bring 3 bills to the Floor that block oil and gas drilling in #ANWR, the Atlantic and Pacific Coasts, and the Gulf of Mexico. Instead of doubling down on fossil fuels, we must #ProtectOurCoasts and arctic ecosystems, #ActOnClimate, & develop clean energy technologies." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James M. Inhoffe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Combating PFAS contamination Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert E. Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Murphy, Schatz, Dem senators to Lighthizer: No trade negotiations with Brazil until Bolsonaro protects the Amazon Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Harris, Colleagues to Lighthizer: No Trade Negotiations with Brazil Until Bolsonaro Protects the Amazon Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 30, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin, Cummings Announce $2.8 Million for Environmental Workforce Training at UMBC Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Neil Chatterjee, Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission - Senate Democrats urge Republican-controlled Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to oppose proposal that could raise electricity prices for millions of Americans, jeopardize thousands of jobs, and dramatically increase carbon emissions Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 22, 2019 Cardin, Van Hollen Applaud Progress on Path to Restore Chesapeake Bay Islands Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Menendez, Booker Urge EPA to Ban Toxic Pesticide Chlorpyrifos Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Reps. Demand Answers on Coal Ash from The EPA Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 31, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Sarbanes Urges Trump EPA to Reverse Polluter-Friendly Policies and Clean Up Coal Ash Groundwater Contamination Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 25, 2019 Cortez Masto introduces Renewable Energy Extension Act Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 24, 2019 Booker Reintroduces Sweeping Environmental Justice Bill Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Rep. Takano, Rep. Haaland, and More than 40 Members of Congress Demand Federal Action to Address Global Recycling Challenges Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Date Title Politician
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. 4, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Administration's Formal Withdrawal From the Paris Climate Accord Rep.Steny Hoyer
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. 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 Van Hollen, Cardin Advance Maryland Priorities in Senate-Passed Spending Bill Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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. 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. 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. 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 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. 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. 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 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 Donald Trump, The President - Katie Hill Leads Letter Urging President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
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. 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 - "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 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. 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
Sept. 13, 2019 House Democrats Pass Legislation to Protect Coastal Communities and Economies Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 12, 2019 Harris, Feinstein, Senators Introduce Legislation to Fight Methane Pollution from Pipelines Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Feinstein, Udall, Senators Introduce Legislation to Fight Methane Pollution from Pipelines Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the Admin will finalize its #DirtyWaterRule, which ends protections that keep water clean for 1/3 of Americans. I urge @POTUS to stop weakening enviro & public health safeguards. House Dems will continue to work to #ProtectCleanWater for all." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 11, 2019 Letter to Peggy Gustafson, Inspector General U.S. Department of Commerce - Wyden Demands Answers from Commerce IG on Reports of Suppression and Retaliation at NOAA Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference, I told press the House will vote this week on 3 bills to block oil & gas drilling in ANWR, the Atlantic and Pacific Coasts, and in the Eastern Gulf of Mexico. These reflect our deep concern about the #ClimateCrisis. We'll continue to #ActOnClimate" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 11, 2019 Letter to Ms. Gustafson - Hirono, Senate Democrats Demand Answers from Commerce IG on Reports of Suppression and Retaliation at NOAA Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Raskin Votes to Protect Maryland's Coastline from Offshore Drilling Rep.Jamie Raskin
Sept. 11, 2019 Coastal and Marine Economies Protection Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to bring 3 bills to the Floor that block oil and gas drilling in #ANWR, the Atlantic and Pacific Coasts, and the Gulf of Mexico. Instead of doubling down on fossil fuels, we must #ProtectOurCoasts and arctic ecosystems, #ActOnClimate, & develop clean energy technologies." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James M. Inhoffe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Combating PFAS contamination Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert E. Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Murphy, Schatz, Dem senators to Lighthizer: No trade negotiations with Brazil until Bolsonaro protects the Amazon Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Harris, Colleagues to Lighthizer: No Trade Negotiations with Brazil Until Bolsonaro Protects the Amazon Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 30, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin, Cummings Announce $2.8 Million for Environmental Workforce Training at UMBC Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Neil Chatterjee, Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission - Senate Democrats urge Republican-controlled Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to oppose proposal that could raise electricity prices for millions of Americans, jeopardize thousands of jobs, and dramatically increase carbon emissions Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 22, 2019 Cardin, Van Hollen Applaud Progress on Path to Restore Chesapeake Bay Islands Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Menendez, Booker Urge EPA to Ban Toxic Pesticide Chlorpyrifos Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Reps. Demand Answers on Coal Ash from The EPA Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 31, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Sarbanes Urges Trump EPA to Reverse Polluter-Friendly Policies and Clean Up Coal Ash Groundwater Contamination Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 25, 2019 Cortez Masto introduces Renewable Energy Extension Act Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 24, 2019 Booker Reintroduces Sweeping Environmental Justice Bill Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Rep. Takano, Rep. Haaland, and More than 40 Members of Congress Demand Federal Action to Address Global Recycling Challenges Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
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