Key Cardin Issues

ENVIRONMENT – “We face growing environmental challenges around the world, across the nation and in our own communities. Throughout my career in public service I have been an active leader of efforts to protect our environment and work towards sustainable, healthy ecosystems. Much of my work has focused on restoring the majesty of the Chesapeake Bay, our greatest natural resource. We must protect the Bay for future generations of Marylanders.” more...

FEDERAL EMPLOYEES – “The federal workforce is the foundation of our government and faces each day the challenges of advancing our nation's goals for the future. From Medicare to the National Park Service to guarding our shores, federal employees work for all of us. We must do more to recognize and encourage public service.” more...

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY/TAXES – "A fundamental role of Congress is to ensure that the limited resources of the federal government are managed in a prudent and responsible manner. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee I work to ensure that our tax system is fair, that we have responsible budgets, and that we are appropriately funding American priorities, from national defense to the education of our children." more...

HEALTH CARE – “Every American should have access to affordable, quality health care. Such access will lower the overall costs of our system and improve the health of all Americans. We are the richest nation on earth and have the most advanced medical care in the world. We must maintain excellence in care and continue steady scientific advances. Prescription drugs are an essential component of modern health care and drug coverage must be added to Medicare for the disabled and elderly." more...

HUMAN RIGHTS – “The Helsinki Commission was established to encourage security and cooperation among its member states in North American and Europe. I have been a parliamentary member of the Helsinki Commission since 1993, and during my tenure I have worked for progress in the areas of human rights and in the transition to democracy in Eastern Europe and in the former Soviet Union.” more...

INTERNATIONAL TRADE –"International trade must be both free and fair. As the global economy grows, we must make sure that U.S. companies are competing on a level playing field -- living wages, fundamental labor protections, environmental protection, laws against bribery and corrupt practices should help us compete internationally, not burden American companies. We have not been aggressive enough when unfair trading practices harm American workers." more...

PENSION REFORM– “One of my top priorities in Congress has been to help more Americans save for retirement. Over the years, I have introduced legislation that has been enacted into law making it easier for businesses to create retirement savings plans and for Americans to have more control over their retirement income. ” more...

SOCIAL SECURITY – “Social Security is a lifeline for millions of Americans because it provides a guaranteed benefit when people retire, become disabled or the family breadwinner dies. When we created Social Security in 1935, we made a promise to help Americans when they are no longer able work and it’s a promise I plan to keep.” more...