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To prohibit the disclosure of records by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of individuals for the purposes of immigration enforcement, and for other purposes.
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Ukraine Support Act
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What they said
Apr 30, 2026
Congresswoman Elfreth pressed the Secretary of Defense on sexual assault prevention funding in the military, secured commitment for a 5% increase in SAPR funding, advocated for the release of $400 million in congressionally authorized Ukraine security assistance, and questioned the administration on NATO burden-sharing and support for European partners amid ongoing military operations.
Congresswoman Elfreth's statement emphasizes advocacy for Ukraine security assistance funding and NATO support. Her YES vote on the Ukraine Support Act, which authorizes military financing, security measures, and reaffirms NATO commitment, aligns with these stated priorities. The bill directly addresses the $400 million Ukraine assistance she pressed for and the NATO burden-sharing concerns she raised. Minor uncertainty exists because the bill also includes economic sanctions and reconstruction provisions not explicitly mentioned in her statement, but the core direction on Ukraine security and NATO support is clearly consistent.
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The government should provide healthcare for everyone.
“A cosponsor of Medicare for All, Sarah is committed to building a health care system that doesn't leave anyone behind.”
Outside political spending — from PACs and super PACs — should be limited more strictly.
“A cosponsor of the For The People Act and the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act, Sarah is committed to build on his historic legacy to protect voting rights, election integrity and security, campaign finance, and government ethics.”
No party-break passage votes recorded for Sarah Elfreth. Either they've voted with Democrats on every substantive passage vote in the corpus, or their tenure overlaps few high-threshold party-line votes so far.
Elfreth Appointed to Co-Chair New Maryland Maritime Task Force
Position: The release announces Representative Elfreth's appointment as co-chair of the Maryland Maritime Task Force and expresses support for revitalizing Maryland's shipbuilding and maritime industry, including investment in Coast Guard Yard Baltimore and redevelopment of Curtis Creek.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, was appointed by Governor Wes Moore to co-chair the newly established Maryland Maritime Task Force alongside Maryland Department of Commerce Secretary Harry Coker, Jr.
“It’s time for Maryland to lead our country’s maritime industry once again. Maryland is uniquely positioned with the location, infrastructure, industrial base, and workforce demand to become a leader today. We will be taking inspiration from what once was – back to the Baltimore clippers and the hundreds of Liberty ships built during World War II – to build a bright and successful future for Maryland's maritime industry,” said Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth. “I have spent my first two years in Congress and on the Armed Services Committee fighting to bring back shipbuilding, invest in Coast Guard Yard Baltimore, and redevelop Curtis Creek. I want to thank Governor Moore for his leadership in convening the Maryland Maritime Task Force to expand on this work and steer the future of the Port of Baltimore and our maritime industry at this critical juncture.”
“Maryland’s infrastructure is perfectly suited to lead the nation's maritime industry, from building in-demand ships to creating positions for welders, mechanics, and engineers,” said Governor Moore. “This task force will help us capitalize on future opportunities to make our state’s economy more competitive through maritime projects that build more pathways to work, wages and wealth for Marylanders.”
“Maryland’s maritime heritage is woven into America’s story—from Kent County’s Captain Lambert Wickes who carried Benjamin Franklin to France, to Frederick Douglass who worked in Baltimore’s shipyards while enslaved, to generations of leaders educated at the United States Naval Academy,” said Maryland Department of Commerce Secretary Harry Coker, Jr. “This task force will build on that enduring maritime tradition to attract investment, advance innovation, and expand pathways into skilled, well-paying careers while strengthening our economy and our nation’s security.”
By way of executive order, Governor Moore created the Maryland Maritime Task Force to identify and pursue national and international maritime-related federal and commercial growth opportunities. The task force will help foster quick, strategic coordination among Maryland state agencies and local businesses to achieve maritime success and economic development across the state.
The task force will focus on several items including:
Completing the necessary actions to secure a Maritime Prosperity Zone designation for the state once Congress acts to create the program;
Working with stakeholders to develop a plan of action to advance and diversify the state’s maritime economy;
Identifying barriers encountered by public or private entities in pursuing national maritime opportunities and recommend legislative and regulatory actions to help overcome;
Coordinating and strengthening state and federal advocacy efforts, including international engagement, workforce training opportunities, grant programs, and more; and
Making recommendations for state business incentives, tax credits, and other economic development tools that can help expand and support Maryland’s maritime industries.
Other task force members include representatives from the Maryland Department of Commerce, Maryland Department of Labor, Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Department of Transportation, Maryland Military Department, and Maryland Economic Development Corporation; up to five government officials with expertise or interest in the state’s maritime economy; the Port of Baltimore or the Port of Baltimore Alliance; the Maritime Technology Alliance; the Baltimore or Chesapeake Bay maritime industries; a maritime research entity; a maritime training program; and a labor union or trade association.
Additional collaborative partners may include the United States Navy, Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division; United States Coast Guard, Curtis Bay command; United States Naval Academy; United States Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District; and other subject matter experts to assist in developing strategies and identifying opportunities.
“The Port of Baltimore is one of the economic engines of Maryland and the heart of our maritime economy – and we need to ensure we maximize the benefits of this unique asset,” said Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary Katie Thomson. “In 2025, the Port of Baltimore handled the most containers ever, the most ship calls ever and more farm and construction machinery and forest products than any other U.S. port. We were proud that the Port began handling double-stacked containers on rail earlier this year following the completion of the $495 million Howard Street Tunnel Project; the new capacity will exponentially grow the Port’s business and create thousands of new jobs. We fully support Governor Moore’s effort to double-down on the growth of the Port and our entire maritime economy.”
“Every year, Maryland’s boating and fishing industries generate more than $700 million in added value to the state’s economy and represent the largest sector of the state’s approximately $10 billion outdoor recreation economy,” said Department of Natural Resources Secretary Josh Kurtz. “These industries draw tourists from around the world who discover the wonderful experiences our residents get to frequently enjoy on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay and the tidal rivers that connect our scenic landscapes. We look forward to working with our partners throughout the state to expand the state’s vibrant maritime economy through the development of Maritime Enterprise Zones.”
Maryland is uniquely positioned to contribute to the nation’s security, while advancing federal priorities that will strengthen the United States’ maritime capabilities. The federal framework for America’s Maritime Action Plan presents potential for Maritime Prosperity Zone designation in Maryland, an emerging opportunity for increased economic growth.
Maryland’s maritime industries contribute more than $10.2 billion annually to the state’s economy and support 115,000 jobs. The sector comprises marine transportation, shipbuilding and repair, national defense and security, world-class research on autonomous crafts, shipping and logistics, and tourism and recreation. The most recent addition to Maryland’s Maritime economy includes a $3.7 billion investment by Anduril Industries, which is locating its Arsenal-2 project – a 2 million square-foot software-defined shipyard – in Baltimore County, to expand America's submarine industrial base and support upwards of 14,000 jobs.
Maryland owes its maritime leadership to assets including the Port of Baltimore, and numerous private businesses, federal entities, and educational and workforce training institutions like the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in St. Mary’s County and the Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) in Anne Arundel County. In Montgomery County, more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, and technicians work at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division – the U.S. Navy's primary center of excellence, research, development, and test facility for ships and ship systems. In Baltimore, the United States Coast Guard is planning a $1.5 billion investment to improve its Curtis Bay Yard to continue performing critical national security services on cutter vessels.
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Elfreth Leads Colleagues in Urging $11 Million in Additional Funding for Mental Health Support at Cyber Command Following Suicides
Position: Representative Elfreth and colleagues urge appropriators to retain an $11 million program increase for U.S. Cyber Command high-performance team training and to provide expanded mental health support for Cyber Command and NSA personnel following reported suicides.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (D-MD-03), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, led her colleagues on the Cyber, Information Technologies, and Innovation (CITI) Subcommittee of the House Armed Services Committee and the Maryland Delegation in requesting an additional $11 million in funding for mental health support at U.S. Cyber Command following reports of multiple suicides earlier this year. On the letter from the CITI members, Elfreth was joined by Representatives Don Bacon (R-NE-02), Ro Khanna (D-CA-17), Rich McCormick (R-GA-07), Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA-06), Herbert Conaway (D-NJ-03), Eugene Vindman (D-VA-07), and Pat Ryan (D-NY-18). On the letter from the Maryland members, Elfreth was joined by her Maryland delegation colleagues, including Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), who co-led the letter, along with Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD), and Representatives Steny Hoyer (D-MD-05), Kweisi Mfume (D-MD-07), Jamie Raskin (D-MD-08), Glenn Ivey (D-MD-04), Johnny Olszewski (D-MD-02), and April McClain Delaney (D-MD-06). Both letters were directed to the heads of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees.
“We respectfully urge you to retain the $11 million program increase for U.S. Cyber Command high-performance team training… Headquartered at Fort George G. Meade, U.S. Cyber Command is central to Maryland’s national security community and relies on service members, civilian employees, and families throughout our state to conduct some of the Nation’s most demanding and persistent missions,” wrote the CITI members.
“As the Congressional Delegation of Maryland, we are troubled by recent public reporting describing several deaths by suicide among personnel in cyber operations and the Fort Meade community over a short period. These deaths have a severe impact on the family, friends, and wider community. The concentration of these tragedies within a small, highly specialized workforce demands sustained attention and an institutional response proportionate to the operational strain these personnel bear,” wrote the Maryland lawmakers. “Cyber personnel operate in a uniquely stressful environment. Many are effectively ‘deployed in place’ for two- or three-year assignments, conducting real-world operations against capable adversaries without the clear start and end points, protected recovery periods, or unit-level reconstitution cycles associated with conventional deployments. Because much of their work is classified, they may be unable to discuss the sources of their stress with family members or medical professionals who lack the clearances or access to secure facilities necessary for a complete conversation. These conditions can isolate personnel, delay appropriate care, and ultimately weaken readiness, retention, and operational effectiveness.”
“One loss of life is one too many. We must do everything we can to make sure our servicemembers and everyone at NSA and Cyber Command has the full mental health support and resources they need, so that a tragedy like this does not occur again,” wrote the CITI members.
In last year’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Elfreth specifically secured a provision, H.R. 6630, the Expanding Mental Health Access for Cyber Command Personnel Act (Sec. 1506), requiring U.S. Cyber Command and the Cyber Mission Force to hire mental health professionals with security clearances at each of their operating locations. The amendment also requires quarterly briefings on the status of the initiative, validating the clearances, challenges carrying out the initiative, and efforts to improve awareness among troops regarding the cleared physicians. The $11 million in funding would ensure full funding of this provision.
Elfreth continues to work alongside U.S. Cyber Command to bring additional mental health resources to Fort Meade. Elfreth is working to rectify the reporting requirements and include civilian employees in DoD’s suicide data, especially at installations like Fort Meade where civilian and uniformed officers work side by side on the same projects.
Elfreth is also working to address delays with the transfer of mental health licenses from out of state. During conversations with mental health professionals, Elfreth heard that the transfer of licenses can take several months to almost a year before these professionals can begin practicing in Maryland and on military bases. At the state level, she is working with partners, including Senator Dawn Gile and Secretary Ed Rothstein of the Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families, to address delays and barriers to military-connected mental health professionals transferring or obtaining professional licensure in Maryland.
The full CITI letter can be accessed HERE. The full Maryland letter can be accessed HERE.
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Maryland Delegation and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott Meet to Discuss Baltimore City Priorities
Position: The release describes a meeting between Maryland's congressional delegation and Baltimore's mayor to discuss city priorities, and praises local efforts to expand health coverage, protect immigrant residents, and strengthen public safety while criticizing federal funding cuts and actions by the Trump Administration.
WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03), members of Maryland’s Congressional Delegation, and Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott held a meeting at the United States Capitol to discuss their work on a range of priorities for Baltimore residents, including affordable housing, transportation, public safety, healthcare, and more.
“Amid funding cuts and chaos from Washington, Mayor Scott has led the City of Baltimore with a steady hand and worked diligently to expand health care coverage, protect our immigrant neighbors, strengthen public safety, and so much more. I was grateful for the opportunity to discuss the investments we can make together at the local and federal level to invest in the Port of Baltimore and our regional economy to expand opportunities for Maryland families,” said Congresswoman Elfreth.
“Improving life for Baltimore residents is one of our top shared priorities, and I appreciate Mayor Scott’s partnership and the work being done across the city under his leadership. Yesterday’s meeting was an opportunity to discuss our efforts on behalf of the people of Baltimore – from strengthening public safety, to updating our infrastructure, to creating greater economic opportunity. This work is all the more important as the Trump Administration continues to attack our communities and essential programs that serve the City. I will continue to fight alongside Federal Team Maryland to deliver for Baltimore and to make progress on our shared goals to continue moving the City forward,” said Senator Van Hollen.
“I say it all the time: Baltimore has the best federal delegation in the country, and meetings like this one underscore their commitment to our city,” said Mayor Scott. “Each and every day, we're seeing the impact of investments they've secured, from our public safety progress, to our housing investments, to new schools, rec centers, and more all across Baltimore. Especially as we deal with an administration that's actively sabotaging cities across the country, we are so grateful to have this delegation fighting for us in Washington.”
“We’ve seen the news of continued progress in Baltimore, on everything from gun violence to how the Port of Baltimore continues to thrive, and it’s a story to be proud of. The city and its leadership have proven how success happens when you plan effectively and when you’re prepared to respond to the unexpected. Baltimore has shown the nation what you can accomplish when you stick together. Team Maryland on Capitol Hill is committed to fighting for Baltimore and working together. We will continue to find areas where we can coordinate effectively, and we’ll continue to do all we can to make sure Baltimore and all of Maryland has everything needed to thrive,” said Senator Alsobrooks.
“I was glad to join my colleagues in the Maryland Congressional Delegation to meet with Mayor Scott and discuss the achievements, challenges, and top priorities for the greater Baltimore area. I applaud Mayor Scott for his leadership that has had impacts far beyond the region. Our partnership is critical to ensuring Marylanders across the state can benefit from a growing and vibrant economy, and Team Maryland remains committed to working together to improve the safety and livelihood of all who call Maryland home,” said Congressman Hoyer.
“It was a productive opportunity for our Congressional delegation to meet with Mayor Scott again to discuss our priorities and the critical issues facing Baltimoreans today," said Congressman Mfume. "We discussed ongoing efforts to improve public safety, progress on the Key Bridge rebuild and B&P Tunnel, and the escalating negative impacts that the Big Ugly Bill is having on our Medicare, Medicaid, and SNAP benefits. I am incredibly proud to be a part of a team that is committed to working together to tackle difficult problems and deliver meaningful results for the people of our City and our State.”
“I’m grateful for Mayor Scott’s steady vision and partnership so we can keep delivering for Marylanders,” said Congressman Raskin. “From Baltimore to Bethesda, the tie that binds us is delivering services, lowering costs and protecting the rights of our people across the Free State as ICE and Border Patrol continue their reign of lawlessness and chaos in our communities."
“It was good to continue our focus on affordability and economic opportunities for folks in the greater Baltimore area and across the great state of Maryland with Mayor Scott and my colleagues in the Maryland Delegation. We look forward to assisting our state and local partners in ameliorating the economic climate through these very tough times,” said Congressman Ivey. “We must meet these challenges head on in unity of purpose. Today’s meeting reaffirms that continued aim.”
“The biggest priority for Baltimore families is the same as it is for families everywhere: lowering costs and making sure they have a fair shot at building a good life,” said Congressman Olszewski. “I appreciated the opportunity to connect with Mayor Scott and my colleagues on how we can better partner across all levels of government to deliver on that priority.”
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Maryland Congressional Delegation Meets to Discuss Critical Priorities for the Port of Baltimore
Position: Members of Maryland's congressional delegation met to discuss Port of Baltimore infrastructure, modernization, and workforce needs, and the Congresswoman argued that tariffs and the conflict with Iran are raising shipping costs and harming the port and economy. The release also calls for Maryland to lead in shipbuilding and maritime manufacturing.
WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) and members of Maryland’s Congressional Delegation held a meeting at the United States Capitol to discuss their work on a range of issues relating to the Port of Baltimore, including its infrastructure needs, long-term stability, and growth. During the meeting, the lawmakers heard from Port leadership and stakeholders about upcoming modernization projects, investments, general workforce updates, and more. The Port of Baltimore generates $70 billion annually in economic impacts to Maryland, and 273,000 total jobs in Maryland are connected to the Port. Video of the members’ press availability following the meeting is available here.
“The Port of Baltimore has been able to survive ups and downs of the economy for over 100 years. Now, the President’s economic strategy that prioritizes tariffs over jobs is adding additional hardship. The President’s ongoing, illegal war in Iran is driving up the cost to ship everything, which directly impacts our port and our economy. But Team Maryland will be able to overcome that. We're in Washington and working together to deliver, not just for the Port, not just for the 2,400 Longshoremen who work in the Port, but for our economy and state as a whole,” said Congresswoman Elfreth. “To write the future of the Port of Baltimore, we will be taking inspiration from what once was – back to the Baltimore clippers and the hundreds of Liberty ships built during World War II. It is time for Maryland to lead in shipbuilding and maritime manufacturing once again.”
“Maryland is a leading hub for trade and commerce – and the Port of Baltimore is a key part of our success, generating thousands of jobs and bolstering our economy. Yesterday’s meeting was a great opportunity for Team Maryland to come together with Port leadership and key stakeholders to discuss our past efforts and plan for how we will build on those efforts for the future of the Port. Working alongside state and local partners, we will keep fighting to deliver resources and support so communities across Maryland reap the benefits of a strong and vibrant Port,” said Senator Van Hollen.
“The Port is more than just the pride of Baltimore. It’s a state treasure, and it’s an economic engine for the nation and the rest of the world. Our support for Baltimore and the Port remains strong, because a strong Port makes us better, makes our economy stronger, and makes us more sustainable. We have to continue looking at every opportunity to invest in this economic engine that consumers, businesses, workers, and economies worldwide depend on. And I look forward to working with Team Maryland on Capitol Hill to continue fighting for the resources that keep us on the cutting edge,” said Senator Alsobrooks.
“The Port of Baltimore has always been a mighty force in job creation and economic growth in our state. I was glad to meet with the Maryland Congressional Delegation, Maryland Port Administration leadership, and local Port leaders to discuss the significant economic development accomplishments and opportunities for our nation's exports out of Baltimore. Investing in our infrastructure and transportation systems at the Port will improve shipping capacity, competitiveness, and business opportunities for the communities across Maryland that depend on the port. The delegation will continue working with our federal, state, and local partners to secure the investments needed to strengthen the Port of Baltimore, grow our economy, and create jobs here in Maryland and across the country,” said Congressman Hoyer.
“The Port of Baltimore is a booming economic gateway for the Free State and the nation,” said Congressman Raskin. “While President Trump’s chaotic and costly trade war and tariffs have reduced imports, Team Maryland will continue fighting for the federal funding needed to keep the port an accessible, attractive destination for the largest cargo ships and create more high-paying union jobs.”
“Investing in the Port of Baltimore isn’t just about concrete, cranes, and cargo — it’s about investing in people,” said Congressman Olszewski. “Two and a half years after the Key Bridge collapse, we have a responsibility to rebuild stronger and keep investing in the infrastructure that makes the Port a national economic asset. When we prioritize the Port, we are prioritizing jobs, families, and the future of Maryland.”
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Elfreth Joins Maryland Delegation in Announcing $8.6 Million to Increase Safety and Security in Places of Worship
Position: The release announces $8.6 million in federal Nonprofit Security Grant funding for 49 religious institutions and community centers in Maryland and calls for continued federal support for security at houses of worship.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03), Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks, and Representatives Steny Hoyer, Kweisi Mfume, Andy Harris, Jamie Raskin, Glenn Ivey, April McClain Delaney, and Johnny Olszewski announced $8,627,091 in federal funding to strengthen security at 49 religious institutions and community centers across Maryland.
“Marylanders of all faiths deserve to both be safe and feel safe in their houses of worship. Since coming to Congress, I have continued to prioritize increased security funding for nonprofit and religious institutions – both in Washington in the budget and through our Interfaith Advisory Council – which is why it is so great to join Team Maryland in announcing this $8 million in federal funding for 49 houses of worship, religious institutions, and community centers across our state. Especially as religious institutions spend more and more on security and the number of hate crimes continues to rise, Congress has an important responsibility to ensure the safety of all of our neighbors,” said Congresswoman Elfreth.
“Every Marylander deserves to be able to exercise their right to religious freedom and worship without fear for their safety. Our faith institutions also help build community in many ways, from providing spiritual services to offering youth programs to supporting local families. As that work continues, we have also seen an appalling increase in threats against faith-based organizations across the state, and we know that more federal funding and reforms are necessary to meet the growing security measures needed to keep community members safe. We will continue working to increase funds for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program and to see that these investments go where they are needed most, in light of recent changes to this program,” said Senator Van Hollen.
“All Marylanders deserve to feel safe in their homes, schools, communities – and especially in places of worship. It was critical that Team Maryland fight to secure over $8 million in federal funding to strengthen security at religious centers in our state. And I won’t stop fighting until all Marylanders feel and are safe,” said Senator Alsobrooks.
“The Nonprofit Security Grant Program has become an essential tool for protecting our houses of worship, schools, community centers, and early-childhood programs. With the alarming rise in antisemitism and other forms of hate, it is critical that everyone feels safe when gathering with their communities and congregations. I’m proud that Team Maryland was able to secure this funding, and I will continue working with our delegation to push for further federal support for nonprofit security,” said Congressman Steny H. Hoyer.
“No matter what your faith or religion is, every American should feel safe and secure in their ability to worship peacefully,” said Congressman Kweisi Mfume. “With this injection of over $8 million in Federal funding, dozens of faith-based institutions across Maryland will be able to improve their security systems and protocols, ensuring that houses of worship remain sanctuaries for practitioners of all beliefs.”
“Marylanders should be able to practice their faith without worrying about their safety. This funding will improve security at religious institutions across the First District, from Harford County to the Eastern Shore. Thank you to President Trump and the Department of Homeland Security for helping Maryland’s religious organizations improve security and protect our communities,” said Congressman Harris.
“Amidst an alarming increase in antisemitism, Islamophobia and other forms of toxic hate, Team Maryland is surging more than $8.6 million in federal Nonprofit Security Grants to protect our people,” said Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-08). “No American should become a target of senseless violence and intimidation, especially in their house of worship.”
“Every Marylander should be able to worship and gather without fear,” said Congressman Ivey. “Team Maryland fought together to secure this federal funding so that faith communities across our state have the resources they need to strengthen security and protect the people they serve. I’m proud of our delegation’s work to deliver these investments and help keep Marylanders safe.”
“Whether you are walking into a church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or community center, you should never have to fear for your safety. Freedom of religion means the freedom to worship without fear. This $8.6 million investment will help 49 institutions across Maryland strengthen security and protect the communities they serve. I’ll keep working with Team Maryland to ensure our faith communities have the resources they need to keep people safe,” said Congresswoman McClain Delaney.
“Our faith communities are critical community anchors and bring so many Marylanders together,” said Congressman Johnny Olszewski (MD-02). “This funding gives 49 religious institutions and community centers across our state the resources they need to worship, learn, and gather without fear. Team Maryland will keep fighting to make sure our houses of worship have what they need to stay safe.”
A full list of the recipients, selected by the Department of Homeland Security, is below:
Western Maryland
B'er Chayim Congregation
Beth Sholom Congregation of Frederick, MD
Broadfording Bible Brethren Church
Broadfording Bible Brethren Church DBA Global Vision Christian School Broadfording (Main Campus)
Broadfording Bible Brethren Church DBA Global Vision Christian School Broadfording (West Campus)
Camp Airy
Camp Louise
Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Baltimore Area
Arundel Christian Church
Beth Tfiloh Congregation dba Beth Tfiloh Camps
Cecil Memorial United Methodist Church
Chabad of Greengate Maryland Inc.
Chabad of Harford County, Inc.
Congregation Kneseth Israel
Hebrew School of the Performing Arts, Inc.
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church
Jewels Therapy Clinic
John Carroll School Inc.
Redemption City Church Baltimore
Safe Green Transit Corporation
Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church
St. Philip Neri Roman Catholic Church
Talmudical Academy of Baltimore Inc.
The Cathedral of Mary Our Queen
The Greek Orthodox Cemetery
West Baltimore United Methodist Church
Montgomery & Prince George’s Counties
Chabad Lubavitch of Bowie Maryland Inc
Chabad Lubavitch of Upper Montgomery County Inc.
Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School (Lower School)
Congregation B'nai Tzedek
Covenant Life Church (7501)
Covenant Life School (7503)
Covenant Life School/Church (7505)
Greater Praise and Deliverance Tabernacle
Greek Orthodox Church of Saint George, Inc.
Israel on Campus Coalition, Inc.
Imadi
Kehilat Pardes
Kingdom Full Tabernacle International Ministries
Life Changing Christian Center
McLean Bible Church (Montgomery)
North Brentwood AME Zion Church
The Guru Gobind Singh Foundation Trust Inc
The Sierra Leone Muslim Jamaat, Inc. (3305)
Tikvat Israel Congregation
Southern Maryland
Camp St. Charles Inc.
Crossroads Christian Center, Inc.
Eastern Shore
Lighthouse Christian Academy
The awards are provided through the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Nonprofit Security Grant Program, which helps high-risk nonprofits, including faith-based institutions, obtain the resources required to support and integrate preparedness activities with broader state and local efforts. The lawmakers fought to fund the Nonprofit Security Grant Program at $300 million through the Fiscal Year 2026 annual appropriations package, an increase from $274.5 million in Fiscal Year 2025.
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Elfreth, Scott Condemn Trump Executive Order Targeting Chesapeake Bay
Position: The representatives condemn the revocation of Executive Order 13508, which directed federal agencies to reduce water pollution and support Chesapeake Bay restoration, and urge the President to reinstate it.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) and Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), co-chairs of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Task Force, issued the following statement after President Trump revoked Executive Order 13508, which directed federal agencies to reduce water pollution from federal lands and facilities and to promote ecosystem conservation:
“Yesterday, President Trump revoked an executive order by President Obama that directed federal agencies to support the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay. The federal government has a responsibility to be a partner in protecting and restoring the Bay, and walking away from that responsibility jeopardizes the hard-fought progress we have made. President Trump is making it more difficult for us to meet the goals outlined in the bipartisan 2025 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement and to secure a healthier bay for the millions of people who live throughout the watershed.”
“As co-chairs of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Task Force, we urge President Trump to immediately reverse course and reinstate the executive order. We cannot afford to turn back the clock on decades of bipartisan work to restore this national treasure.”
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Maryland Delegation Members’ Statement on Trump Administration Decision Rolling Back Federal Coordination of Chesapeake Bay Restoration
Position: The delegation opposes the Trump Administration's revocation of the 2009 Executive Order on the Chesapeake Bay and calls for continued federal partnership and coordinated support for state-led Bay restoration efforts.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) joined the full Maryland Congressional Delegation – U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks and U.S. Representatives Steny Hoyer, Kweisi Mfume, Andy Harris, Jamie Raskin, Glenn Ivey, April McClain Delaney, and Johnny Olszewski (all Md.) – to release the following statement regarding the Trump Administration’s decision to revoke an Executive Order declaring the Chesapeake Bay a national treasure and establishing a coordinated federal strategy for the protection and restoration of the Bay and its watershed, including by supporting state-led efforts on water quality goals, pollution limits, agricultural preservation, stormwater management, and climate resiliency.
“The Chesapeake Bay and its health are vital to lives and livelihoods across our state and the greater region. Now more than ever, we need continued federal partnership and support for Chesapeake Bay restoration, not efforts to roll back all the progress we’ve made. The 2009 Executive Order that the Trump administration just revoked provided vital federal resources that support state-led efforts to improve the health and productivity of the Chesapeake Bay and its surrounding area. Removing the coordinated federal backing that advances the watershed protection and restoration goals of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement risks undermining the future health of the Bay along with the businesses and communities that depend on it. This decision is shortsighted and harmful to our communities. Make no mistake: the Chesapeake Bay is a national treasure. And we will continue to fight for it.”
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Maryland Delegation Members Call for Answers, Investigation Following Alarming ICE Operation in Frederick
Position: The Maryland delegation members call for an immediate, independent, and transparent investigation into ICE's enforcement tactics in Frederick, Maryland, and request detailed answers from DHS and ICE about the September 3–4 operation.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) joined Senator Chris Van Hollen, Senator Angela Alsobrooks, Representative April McClain Delaney, Representative Steny Hoyer, Representative Kweisi Mfume, Representative Jamie Raskin, Representative Glenn Ivey, and Representative Johnny Olszewski (all Md.) – in pressing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Director David Venturella for answers around Trump’s ICE operations in Frederick, Maryland on Thursday, September 3 and Friday, September 4. In their letter, the lawmakers additionally called on DHS Inspector General Joseph Cuffari to initiate an independent and transparent investigation of the tactics ICE is deploying in Maryland.
The lawmakers begin, “As members of Maryland’s Congressional Delegation, we write to express our serious concerns with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) recent operation in Frederick, Maryland. The tactics used by ICE officers detailed by eyewitnesses and exposed in videos circulating online are alarming and necessitate more information as to how the recently-merged Washington-Baltimore field office and the agency are enforcing our immigration laws. We request an immediate, independent, and transparent investigation of the tactics ICE is deploying in our state.”
They continued, “Recently, ICE reportedly conducted an approximately 40-hour immigration enforcement operation in one neighborhood of Frederick, Maryland. Videos released by observers revealed that on Friday evening the operation turned violent as a dark law enforcement vehicle with flashing lights drove down the sidewalk toward observers, hitting one of them. Another video depicted ICE officers using a baton to beat a protester and dragging another from the front steps of a home that ICE was attempting to enter. Additionally, during the operation, an ICE officer reportedly approached a local elected official and told her that ICE knew her name, license plate, and where she lived. If true, this is deeply disturbing and appears to be an attempt to intimidate local elected officials.”
“On behalf of our constituents, we request an immediate, independent, and transparent investigation of the tactics ICE has been and is currently deploying in our state, and we request responses to the following by no later than September 30, 2026,” the lawmakers conclude.
Among other questions, the lawmakers go on to ask the following:
Please provide a detailed description and timeline, with documented evidence such as body camera footage, of the events of the operation.
Does ICE have a policy that allows the use of vehicles to clear an area of peaceful observers?
Does that policy allow for ICE to hit observers, or threaten to hit observers, with their vehicles?
When an ICE officer informs a legal observer that they have their name, information, and know where they live – what is the purpose of the officer making that statement?
How does ICE come to have this information, and for what reasons does ICE use it?
How did ICE’s use of force in this case align with DHS’s use of force policy?
During the operation, video shows ICE entering a home, reportedly in pursuit of a target. Did ICE secure a warrant for the target’s arrest before entering the home?
The full text of the letter is available here.
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Elfreth, Scott, Wittman, Kiggans Celebrate House Passage of Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act
Position: The release supports House passage of H.R. 6893, the Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act, which reauthorizes NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office programs and authorizes the Chesapeake Bay B-WET environmental education program for the first time.
WASHINGTON, DC –Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) and Representatives Bobby Scott (VA-03), Rob Wittman (VA-01), and Jennifer Kiggans (VA-02) secured House of passage of H.R. 6893, the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Advancement for Training, Education, Restoration, and Science (WATERS) Act. This legislation reauthorizes key programs at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Chesapeake Bay Office (CBO). Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) has introduced companion legislation in the Senate.
NOAA’s CBO provides a variety of services that advance the restoration of the Bay and support local businesses, schools, and coastal resilience. CBO manages the Chesapeake Bay Interpretive Buoy System which collects water quality, meteorological, and oceanographic data used by scientists, fisherman and those recreating on the Bay. CBO also oversees the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) program, a competitive grant program for environmental education projects that connect students throughout the watershed with the Bay. The Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act authorizes the Chesapeake Bay B-WET program for the first time in the program’s history.
“I am incredibly proud to represent the NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office, which conducts critical scientific research and programming to restore the health and habitat of the whole Chesapeake Bay watershed. I was thrilled to see my colleagues come together on the House floor today to pass the Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act to ensure this office is properly resourced and – for the first time ever – authorize the Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) program to support hands-on outdoor learning for students,” said Congresswoman Elfreth. “If you talk to folks back in Annapolis, they will describe the Bay as ‘transcending politics’ and that it’s ‘like a religion.’ I couldn’t agree more. That is why I will continue to work collaboratively with our partners – Democrat and Republican alike – to ensure the Bay can be enjoyed for generations to come.”
“The Chesapeake Bay is a national treasure and a critical resource for the millions of Americans that live within its watershed,” said Congressman Scott. “NOAA’s Chesapeake Bay Office is essential to ensuring that government, industry, and nonprofits have the technical and scientific information necessary to improve the health of the Bay. This office also oversees the successful Chesapeake B-WET Program that has connected countless students to hands-on, environmental education programming throughout the watershed. Today’s passage of the Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act is a major step towards ensuring that this office can continue supporting the restoration of the Bay and connecting future generations with the environment around them.”
“As a lifelong outdoorsman, vice chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources, and co-chair of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Task Force, I am proud to have co-led this bipartisan effort to protect the Chesapeake Bay,” said Congressman Wittman. “The Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act would ensure that the Chesapeake Bay remains healthy for generations to come — protecting our coastal economies and preserving a national treasure. I will continue to advocate for this legislation as it moves to the Senate.”
“The Chesapeake Bay is vital to the coastal communities, local economies, and natural resources we are fortunate to have in Virginia,” said Congresswoman Kiggans. “The Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act ensures NOAA can continue providing the research, restoration support, and educational opportunities needed to keep the Bay healthy and thriving. I’m proud to have worked alongside my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to pass this legislation through the House, and I’ll continue working to see it signed into law.”
“NOAA’s Chesapeake Bay Office is central to the Bay restoration effort, from providing essential water quality monitoring data, to supporting our understanding and management of our fisheries, to fostering a greater appreciation of the Bay through environmental education,” said Anna Killius, Executive Director of the Chesapeake Bay Commission. “Passing the Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act will ensure these critical functions continue and uphold a strong, science-based foundation for the work of the Chesapeake Bay Program partnership.”
“A healthier Chesapeake Bay starts with science, restoration, and education. This legislation does all three by supporting NOAA’s Chesapeake Bay Office and Bay Watershed Education and Training program,” said Keisha Sedlacek, Senior Policy Director for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. “These programs lead research and restoration work that create cleaner waterways, support fisheries and local economies, and build resiliency to climate change. Education grants allow thousands of kids to learn hands-on outside, building future leaders. We applaud the House and the leadership of Reps. Bobby Scott, Sarah Elfreth, Jen Kiggans, and Rob Wittman for advancing the Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act. We urge swift action from the Senate.”
“The Choose Clean Water Coalition wholeheartedly endorses the Chesapeake WATERS Act, which reauthorizes NOAA’s Chesapeake Bay Office (NCBO),” said Kristin Reilly, Director of the Choose Clean Water Coalition. “Many federal agencies play a critical role in restoring the Chesapeake Bay, and NCBO plays a critical role. They are a leader in restoring the Bay’s oyster population, protecting striped bass and other native species from the onslaught of invasive blue catfish, and helping steward the next generation through outdoor education experiences. It is vital they receive continued support as we enter the next chapter of the Bay restoration effort.”
Full text of the bill can be found by CLICKING HERE.
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Issues:
Environment
Maryland Delegation Members Press Trump Administration for Transparency on Fuel Spill at Joint Base Andrews
Position: Maryland delegation members are pressing the Trump administration for transparency and accountability regarding a 30,000-gallon jet fuel spill at Joint Base Andrews that contaminated soil and Piscataway Creek, citing the Air Force's delayed notification to state environmental authorities and requesting information on containment efforts, detection systems, and prevention measures.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03), U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD), and U.S. Representatives Glenn Ivey (MD-04), Steny Hoyer (MD-05), Kweisi Mfume (MD-07), Jamie Raskin (MD-08), April McClain Delaney (MD-06), and Johnny Olszewski (MD-02) wrote to Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink, pressing him on the lack of transparency around a leak of over 30,000 gallons of jet fuel at Joint Base Andrews in Prince George’s County earlier this year – which resulted in over 20,000 gallons of fuel released into the environment, contaminating soil outside the base and the nearby Piscataway Creek. In the letter, the lawmakers expressed concerns over the Air Force’s critical delay in providing full information regarding the leak to the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) – the state entity charged with responding to environmental pollution incidents – stressing that their failure to promptly notify for many weeks prevented MDE from implementing measures to minimize the spread of the contamination. They asked for answers to a series of questions regarding the status of the fuel leak’s spread and containment efforts; current systems in place to detect such incidents and whether the Air Force has plans to improve them; and planned measures to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future, among others.
“We write regarding the recent fuel spill incident reported at Joint Base Andrews and to request additional information regarding both the discharge and the response actions taken,” the lawmakers began. “Joint Base Andrews notified the State of Maryland of a jet fuel leak after fuel odors and a visible fuel sheen were observed in Piscataway Creek on March 23, 2026. Subsequent correspondence confirmed that approximately 32,000 gallons of jet fuel had leaked across multiple dates and locations. Of this amount, 10,000 gallons from January and February incidents were reportedly contained within the system, while approximately 22,000 gallons of fuel were discharged into the environment, contaminating soils and nearby Piscataway Creek.”
Underscoring the harmful consequences of the Air Force’s delay in notifying MDE, they wrote, “While containment efforts were significantly improved around April 15-16 following site visits and feedback from officials, earlier implementation of more effective measures could have reduced the extent of contamination reaching the creek.”
“Legacy pollution from Joint Base Andrews has already resulted in PFAS contamination in Piscataway Creek and the surrounding area, and this fuel spill adds to existing environmental stressors affecting the watershed. The release has the potential to cause further ecological harm to the Piscataway Creek, which flows into the Potomac River, a key Chesapeake Bay tributary. It is of the utmost importance that Joint Base Andrews fully assess and remediate any damage caused by this leak and take protective measures to prevent an incident like this from happening again in the future,” the lawmakers stressed, going on to list a series of questions for the Air Force Secretary’s response.
“We appreciate your prompt attention to these questions and request a briefing for our offices and your detailed written response. Given the scale of the discharge and the potential environmental impacts, timely and transparent communication will be critical,” they concluded.
Text of the letter, including the questions posed to Secretary Meink, can be viewed HERE. Elfreth also questioned Air Force Vice Chief of Staff, General Lamontagne, on the jet fuel leak last month in a House Armed Services Committee hearing, which can be viewed HERE.
Issues:
National Security & Veterans
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Top PAC donors · 2026 cycle
Political action committees that gave the most to this rep's principal campaign committee this cycle. PAC giving is direct organizational support — industry, ideological, or leadership.
1.LEIDOS INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE6 contributions$10,000
2.AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE COUNTY & MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES P E O P L E4 contributions$10,000
3.BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC. PAC (BOOZ ALLEN PAC)4 contributions$8,500
4.HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE6 contributions$8,000
5.AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (AAJ PAC)3 contributions$7,500
6.APPLIED RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (ARAPAC)3 contributions$7,500
7.DEFEND THE VOTE3 contributions$7,500
8.EMPLOYEES OF NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION PAC3 contributions$7,500
9.LEONARDO DRS PAC4 contributions$7,000
10.PERATON CORP. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (A.K.A. 'PERATON PAC')4 contributions$7,000
Source: OpenFEC (api.open.fec.gov) Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “committee.” Aggregated by contributing committee. Self-transfers from joint-fundraising / victory committees are excluded.
Top individual contributors · 2026 cycle
Itemized individual contributions over $200 to this rep's campaign committee, aggregated by donor employer. PAC giving is shown above; this section is people, not organizations.
1.CI RENEWABLES$10,300
2.ACTUM LLC$7,953
3.IMPACTS$7,000
4.REDWOOD CAPITAL$7,000
5.TODD PATTISON$7,000
6.RISE UP COFFEE$7,000
7.AMERICAN HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATION$7,000
8.MAXSENT$7,000
9.BASYS INC$7,000
10.HUSSMAN STRATEGIC ADVISORS$7,000
Source: OpenFEC Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “individual,” aggregated by the donor's self-reported employer. This is a geographic / industry correlation, not a corporate endorsement.
