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	The Seniors Coalition and AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration) Alliance International present Congressman Cummings with the 2006 Brighter Vision Award in recognition of his firm commitment and leadership in securing a brighter future for those suffering from visual impairments. (September, 2006)
	On the fifth anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Congressman Cummings joins his colleagues at a commemoration event at the U.S. Capitol.
	On Sept. 8, 2006, Congressman Cummings is joined by Baltimore State's Attorney Pat Jessamy to discuss laws that affect drug-related crime. The event was part of a forum held in Washington, D.C., and sponsored by the National African American Drug Policy Coalition at the 36th Annual Legislative Conference of the Congressional Black Caucus.
	Congressman Cummings is joined by Mary Wilson of the Supremes in a forum to discuss auto safety (Sept. 7, 2006)
	The Partnership for Drug-Free America awards Congressman Cummings with the 2006 Guardian Award. The Guardian Award is given in recognition and appreciation of leadership on issues related to substance abuse. Presenting the award is Dr. Michael Maves, Executive Vice President of the American Medical Association and Board Member of the Partnership. (September, 2006.)
	Congressman Cummings joins his colleagues in introducing the Darfur Accountability and Divestment Act of 2006 that would ban the government of the United States from doing business with firms that also maintain business connections in Sudan or elsewhere that are deemed to support the continuation of the genocide. (Pictured with Congressman Cummings are Reps. Steve Rothman (D-NJ); Jim McDermott (D-WA) and Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Mel Watt (D-NC). The sponsor of the legislation is Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.), not pictured. (September, 2006)
	Congressman Cummings (second from trop right) and his colleagues on the House Government Reform Committee, meet with the President of Colombia, Alvaro Uribe, during a trip to the Latin American nation. (August, 2006)
	On August 17, Congressman Cummings received a "Friend of Radio One" award from Radio One, Inc., at the company's 25th anniversary celebration in Washington, D.C.. Radio One is the nation's seventh largest radio broadcasting company, founded by Cathy Hughes. (Pictured from right to left at Radio talk show host Tom Joyner, U.S. Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Congressman Cummings and Maryland Lt. Gov. Michael Steele. (August 17, 2006)
	Ms. Alexandra Sutton, U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings [MD-07] and Mr. Evander McLean celebrate at a scholarship awards ceremony held at the University of Baltimore Family Justice Center last week. Ms. Sutton and Mr. McLean each received a $2,000 Elijah Cummings -- Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarship. Ms. Sutton will be studying biology and environmental science at Howard University. Mr. McLean will be pursuing a degree in music education at Morgan State University (August 17, 2006)
	Following remarks to the Fannie Mae Dream Team Internship program participants, Congressman Cummings speaks with students who will work with lenders across the nation to connect minority Americans with homes. (June, 2006)
	U.S. Congressman Elijah E. Cummings, immediate past chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus, marches in the commencement procession following his remarks to graduates at Howard University in Washington, D.C., on May 13, 2006. At his keynote address, Congressman Cummings reminded graduates that their successes not only affects them, but future generations. "It's bigger than you," he said. "It's about generations yet unborn." Photo by Ron Ceasar.
	Congressman Cummings gives remarks during the Morgan State University commencement ceremony on May 21, 2006.
	Congressman Cummings and Dr. Earl S. Richardson, President of Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD, march to the stage prior to Rep. Cummings' commencement address to graduates on May 21, 2006. During his remarks, Congressman Cummings urged students to remember their family members, mentors and friends who have helped them get to this point.
	As a senior Member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and a Member of Congress representing the 7th District of Maryland, Congressman Cummings joined in the opening of the new Woodrow Wilson Bridge connecting the I-495 Beltway between Maryland and Virginia. May 18, 2006. Picture 1: The new bridge is lowered as part of the ribbon cutting ceremony. Picture 2: Congressman Cummings is joined by (left of Cummings) Congressman Ben Cardin (D-Maryland), Senator George Allen (R-Va.) and (right) Congressman Steny Hoyer (D-MD).
	Congressman Cummings is joined by noted Washington Post columnist E.J. Dionne, Jr., at a PBS panel discussion on politics. (May 2006)
	Congressman Cummings receives the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Founders' Day Award recognizing his commitment to students. (May 2006)
	Congressman Cummings joins Southwest Airlines in launching the Adopt-A-Pilot program at Rosemont Elementary School in Baltimore. Southwest Airlines' annual Adopt-A-Pilot program is a four-week mentorship program where pilots volunteer their time in adoptive classrooms and correspond from the "road" via electronic mail and postcards. The program curriculum incorporates math, science, geography, language arts, career planning for students. (May 2006)
	Congressman Cummings speaks to a political science class at Howard University, his alma mater, on April 20, 2006.
	Congressman Cummings speaks with farmers in Kent County, Maryland. The visit was part of a tour of Congressman Wayne Gilchrest's (R-MD) district which includes Kent County. April 19, 2006
	Congressman Cummings speaks to elementary school students at Garnett Elementary School in Chestertown, MD. On the far left is U.S. Congressman Wayne Gilchrest (R-MD), who invited Congressman Cummings to visit his district that includes Chestertown. April 19, 2006
	As part of a bipartisan, reciprocal tour to the First Congressional District of Maryland (represented by Congressman Wayne Gilchrest [R-MD],) Congressman Cummings visits a dairy farm. April 19, 2006.
	Congressman Cummings receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Minority Month Foundation for addressing healthcare issues and disparities. John Harrington, Vice President of Sanofi Aventis, gives the Congressman the award on April 13, 2006, in Washington, D.C. Photo by Don Baker.
	At the U.S. Capitol on April 6, 2006, Congressman Cummings speaks about the importance of addressing America's illegal drug problem.
	At the White House, Congressman Cummings joins other Members of Maryland's federal delegation in congratulating Maryland's NCAA champions, including the Lady Terps Basketball team from the University of Maryland. (April, 2006)
	Humane Society President Wayne Pacelle presents Congressman Cummings with an award for his support of issues involving animal protection. (April, 2006)
	Congressman Cummings meets with former Baltimore Raven (current Cleveland Brown) Gary Baxter on March 30th in Washington. Baxter visited the Congressman to speak about the Second Line of Defense Foundation, which promotes healthy habits among children.
	On Friday, February 24, 2006, Congressman Cummings gave a presentation about black history at the Pentagon in Arlington, Va. Handing the Congressman the plaque is Delores Richards, President of Blacks in Government Pentagon Chapter.
	Congressman Cummings speaks at a breakfast meeting of the National Press Club's Lawmakers Committee on September 7, 2005.
	Congressman Cummings meets with the internationally-known Bishop T.D. Jakes about Hurricane Katrina relief efforts on September 6, 2005
	Congressman Cummings joins Denver Nuggets player and Baltimore Native Carmelo Anthony for the kick-off of the Melo H.O.O.D. (Holding Our Own Destiny) Movement 3 on 3 Challenge. The community basketball tournament took place at the Cloverdale Basketball Courts in Baltimore on September 4, 2005
	Congressman Cummings expresses disappointment at the federal response to Hurricane Katrina on September 2, 2005
	At a White House ceremony, Congressman Cummings congratulates the Johns Hopkins Lacrosse team for winning the NCAA Championship on July 12, 2005
	Congressman Cummings meets with nationally-known Bishop T.D. Jakes on July 12, 2005
	Congressman Cummings receives a visit from national talk show host Montel Williams on Wednesday, May 4, 2005. Mr. Williams came to speak with Congressman Cummings about drug policy issues.
	Congressman Cummings speaks with job seekers and job recruiters at his annual job fair on April 18, 2005.
	On Monday, April 11, 2005, U.S. Congressman Elijah E. Cummings (D-Maryland), most recent Past Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus, joined NAACP officials to announce a series of events in seven cities to address African American concerns regarding the threatened privatization of Social Security. Youth, college chapters and local branches will host the events. Events will take place in Los Angeles, New York, Detroit, Columbia, Mo., Atlanta, Dallas and the District of Columbia over the next few weeks. Standing to the left, behind Congressman Cummings, is NAACP Washington Bureau Director Hillary Shelton.
	On Thursday, April 7, 2005, U.S. Congressman Elijah E. Cummings, met with Deputy Prime Minister of Israel Shimon Peres to discuss international issues. Photo courtesy of the Congressional Black Caucus.
	On Friday, March 4, 2005, Congressman Cummings read to students at the Phelps Luck Elementary School in Columbia in celebration of Read Across America Day. This year's event also marked the 101st birthday of Dr. Seuss. The purpose of Read Across America Day is to encourage children to continue reading throughout the year. It is considered the nation's largest reading celebration.
	On Feb. 2, 2005, Congressman Cummings is presented with the “Friend of the National Parks,” award from the National Parks Conservation Association. The award recognizes Members of Congress who actively work to preserve and protect the integrity of our National Park System by casting pro-park votes on the floor of the House.
	Congressman Cummings speaks to Washington reporter Askia Muhammad about why he participated in the challenge to certify Ohio's electoral vote in the 2004 Presidential issue. Prior to this interview, Congressman Cummings said, "This is not a Republican or Democratic issue, not a black or white issue, and not an urban or rural issue. This is a red, white and blue issue." (1/6/05)
	Congressman Cummings (left) is sworn in as a Congressional Black Caucus Member for the 109th Congress at a ceremony on January 4, 2005 at the Library of Congress in Washington. Congressman Cummings is the most recent past-Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus. Standing next to Congressman Cummings in the new Caucus Chair, Congressman Mel Watt (D-North Carolina).
	Congressman Cummings welcomes Senator-elect Barack Obama to Capitol Hill at a November 2004 reception.
	Congressman Cummings throws out the first pitch at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Sunday, September 6th.
	Congressman Cummings speaks with MSNBC News Anchor Lester Holt before an event commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Brown vs. The Board of Education. The event was held in Washington, D.C. on May 11, 2004.