Issues

Chesapeake Bay

As a lifelong Marylander, I know what an incomparable resource the Chesapeake Bay is to our state. It is all of our responsibility to work together to restore the Chesapeake Bay to its former glory.

Crime

After talking to many law enforcement agencies, I believe that by improving the protection for state and local witnesses, we come one step closer to keeping our neighborhoods safe.

Economy

New legislation would ensure that the growing number of job-seeking homeowners have a chance to hang on to their homes and their dreams.

Education

I believe that we must provide every child with opportunities to be the best that he or she can be.

Financial Regulatory Reform

My concern had always been to ensure that the taxpayers' money has been spent for their benefit, and that the Committee, and this Congress acted with the utmost integrity. I believe the hearing was an example of that integrity.

Healthcare

Health care reform is one of the greatest and most important legislative decisions of our lifetime, and we cannot afford to get it wrong.

Identity Theft

Identity theft has become an epidemic in and across the United States, claiming over 10 million victims last year alone.

Immigration

I recognize the need to address security problems that are created by illegal immigration. However, with more than 12 million people here illegally, enforcement alone will not solve the problem.

Labor

I will continue to fight for equality in the United States, whether it is at the ballot box, in a paycheck or in the way our government assigns contracts.

National Security

As a member of Congress, I have long stood for the judicious, and justified, use of military power.

Social Security

I believe Social Security is part of a moral promise kept, by our nation, between children and parents to protect each other in their times of need.

Tax Help

For individuals who earned less than $57k in 2009, the IRS Free File program provides free federal income tax preparation and electronic filing.

Transportation

As a senior member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I am concerned about the issues of transportation.

Veterans

Veterans have kept their promise to serve our nation, and we must keep our promises to our veterans.