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Van Hollen meets with AARP Maryland - Congressman Van Hollen meets with AARP Maryland State President Clarence Davis and AARP Maryland Senior State Director Hank Greenberg on December 5, 2012 Credit: AARP, Ian Cunningham St. Jude Regional Catholic School - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with 4th and 5th graders from the St. Jude Regional Catholic School on November 16, 2012 Achieving a Better Letter Life Experience (ABLE) Act Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen joins members of the of the Congressional Down Syndrome Caucus and disability advocates at a press conference on November 15, 2012 to urge support for the Achieving a Better Letter Life Experience (ABLE) Act USO Warrior and Family Center at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Groundbreaking - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Warrior and Family Centers at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Md on November 7, 2012 St. Jude Regional Catholic School - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with 4th and 5th graders from the St. Jude Regional Catholic School on November 16, 2012 Achieving a Better Letter Life Experience (ABLE) Act Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen joins members of the of the Congressional Down Syndrome Caucus and disability advocates at a press conference on November 15, 2012 to urge support for the Achieving a Better Letter Life Experience (ABLE) Act Cub Scout Pack 817 - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Cub Scout Pack 817 on November 13, 2012. Cub Scout Pack 817 is from Bethesda, MD. American Association of Immunologists - Congressman Van Hollen receives the American Association of Immunologists Public Service Award on November 8, 2012. Source: AAI Richard Montgomery HS - Congressman Van Hollen meets with AP and IB Government students from Richard Montgomery High School on November 15, 2012 Cub Scout Pack 817 - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Cub Scout Pack 817, which is from Bethesda, MD. Buddy Walk - Congrsesman Van Hollen takes part in the National Down Syndrome Society Buddy Walk on October 7, 2012. The Buddy Walk celebrates Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October and to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. (Credit: Allison Wohl) Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments Gang Prevention Conference - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments Gang on Prevention Conference on September 25, 2012. The conference addressed trends among gangs in the national capital region, social media and gangs, and prevention and recovery. BRAC Funding Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen joins Maryland Senators Ben Cardin (D) and Barbara Mikulski (D) to present a $40 million check to County Department of Transportation Director Art Holmes. The $40 million in federal funding will go towards a new pedestrian underpass at the Medical Center Metro station. This underpass will allow people to safely cross Rockville Pike between the Medical Center/NIH Metro station and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center every day. Brain Scope Event - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at BrainScope Company, Inc., a local company which earned InvestMaryland’s first venture capital financing, and launched the InvestMaryland Challenge – a $300,000 business competition to help identify and support new start-ups in Maryland Clean Water Action 40th Anniversary Celebration - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Clean Water Action 40th Anniversary Celebration on September 20, 2012 2nd Annual Childhood Cancer Summit - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the 2nd Annual Childhood Cancer Summit on September 20, 2012. The Congressman discussed federal efforts underway to fight childhood cancer. Hope on Wheels Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Hope on Wheels Press Conference on September 20, 2012 as part of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Children's Inn at NIH Annual Congressional Gala - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Children's Inn at NIH Annual Congressional Gala on September 19, 2012 Meeting with Seiji Maehara - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Seiji Maehara on September 12, 2012. Mr. Maehara is a Japanese politician who has been a member of the House of Representatives of Japan since 1993. Meeting with Beverly Clarke, Angels in Adoption Nominee - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Beverly Clarke, a 2012 Angels in Adoption nominee. The Angels in Adoption program provides an opportunity for all Members of the U.S. Congress to honor their constituents who have enriched the lives of foster children and orphans. Montgomery County Public Safety Memorial Dedication - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Montgomery County Public Safety Memorial Dedication Public Safety Dedication on April 20, 2012. The Memorial is a tribute to Montgomery County's fallen officers. Maryland Delegation Luncheon of MOAA - Congressman Van Hollen addresses the Maryland Delegation of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) at its 2nd Annual Congressional Luncheon on September 11, 2012 Battle of Bladensburg Visitors Center Opening - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Battle of Bladensburg Visitors Center Opening on August 24, 2012 University of Maryland School of Law - Congressman Van Hollen meets with students from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law to discuss the nexus of public policy and legal training. Katie Ledecky Meeting - Congressman Chris Van Hollen meets with Olympic Gold Medalist and Bethesda resident Katie Ledecky on August 14, 2012 Keynote Address at The Hill's Policy Forum - Congressman Chris Van Hollen delivers the keynote speech at a policy forum on the five key issues that will decide the election: jobs and the economy, tax reform, defense, healthcare, and energy. The forum was hosted by The Hill and co-sponsored by the Bipartisan Policy Center. Lazarus - Congressman Van Hollen, Senator Mikulski, County Executive Leggett, and Local Officials Mark Completion of Recovery Act-Funded Road Repaving Projects - Congressman Van Hollen joins Senator Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett, and local officials in marking the completion of road repaving projects that have improved more than 43 miles of seven roadways, using $6.744 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding. Transportation Safety Event - Congressman Van Hollen discusses new safety standards for rail transit systems both in the community and nationwide on July 16, 2012 in Hyattsville, Md DISCLOSE Act Discharge Petition - Congressman Chris Van Hollen and Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi announce that House Democrats will start the process to discharge the DISCLOSE Act 2012 from the House. In the wake of the Supreme Court’s flawed ruling in Citizens United v. FEC, the DISCLOSE Act would add much needed transparency to the unlimited political expenditures now allowed by outside groups. NIH National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Summer Interns - Congressman Van Hollen meets with the with the NIH National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Summer Interns on July 12, 2012 Art Stream Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen meets with constituents and members of ArtStream, a regional organization based in the Washington D.C. Metropolitan area whose mission is to create artistic opportunities for individuals in communities traditionally under-served by the arts American Association of School Administrators Panel Discussion - Congressman Van Hollen addresses the American Association of School Administrators Panel Discussion on July 10, 2012 Mental Health Parity Forum - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a Congressional Forum on Mental Health and Addiction Parity on June 26, 2012. The Forum focused on the implementation and enforcement of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008. Mental Health Parity Forum - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a Congressional Forum on Mental Health and Addiction Parity on June 26, 2012. The Forum focused on the implementation and enforcement of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008. Local consumers also spoke about their experiences in accessing mental health care and addiction treatment. Jazmin Guzman of the Don Bosco School - Congressman Van Hollen presents Jazmin Guzman of the Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School with the 2012 Van Hollen Public Service Award for outstanding community service to her school and community College Gardens Elementary School's Moving On Ceremony - Congressman Van Hollen congratulates fifth grade graduates and their families at the Moving On Ceremony at College Gardens Elementary School in Rockville. June 11, 2012 Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Expo - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the 15th Annual Congressional Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Expo and Forum on June 21, 2012 Introduction of the Invest in America Now Act - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a press conference to announce the introduction of the Invest in America Now Act on June 20, 2012 Presidential Funding Act Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen joins Senator Mark Udall (D-CO) and Congressman David Price (D-NC)to highlight the urgent need to reform the public financing system for presidential campaigns US Presidential Scholar Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen meets with US Presidential Scholar recipient Ziyao Wang on June 19, 2012 6.7.12 MSNBC Jansing and co - Congressional Budget Office's Long-Term Budget Outlook - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a House Budget Committee Hearing on the Congressional Budget Office's Long-Term Budget Outlook on June 6, 2012 Paycheck Fairness Act Press Event - Congressman Van Hollen and other House Democratic Members’show support for the Paycheck Fairness Act on June 5, 2012 Removing the Barriers to Free Enterprise and Economic Growth. - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a House Budget Committee Hearing on June 1, 2012 about Removing the Barriers to Free Enterprise and Economic Growth 2012 Walt Whitman High School Commencement Address - Congressman Chris Van Hollen gives the commencement address to the 2012 graduating class of Walt Whitman High School on June 6, 2012 2012 Walt Whitman High School Commencement Address - Congressman Chris Van Hollen gives the commencement address to the 2012 graduating class of Walt Whitman High School on June 6, 2012 Coca-Cola Bottling Facility Visit - Congressman Van Hollen talks with Coca-Cola employees during his visit to the company's Rockville Distribution Center in Rockville, Maryland. Lourie Center Benefit Reception Honors Congressman Van Hollen - Congressman Van Hollen, Dr. Carlotta Gordon Miles and Tracey A. Polson are honored for their outstanding contributions in the fields of child development and education at the Lourie Center for Infants and Young Children Benefit Reception on May 15 2012 (Credit: Lourie Center) Takom Academy High School - Congressman Van Hollen sits down with seniors from Takoma Academy on May 8, 2012 5.16.12 Bloomberg - Peterson Foundation’s 2012 Fiscal Summit. - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the the Peterson Foundation’s 2012 Fiscal Summit. The Congressman made the case that the question is not whether we reduce the deficit, but how. House Democrats have put forward a fair and balanced plan for long-term deficit reduction. Towson University Student - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Towson University student on April 24, 2012 to discuss the the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland Coast 5.10.12 CSPAN - Takom Academy High School - Congressman Van Hollen sits down with seniors from Takoma Academy on May 8, 2012 Congressional Art Competition - Congressman Van Hollen congratulates Annibel Rice on winning the 2012 Congressional Art Competition on April 30, 2012. Her artwork will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol. 5.2.12 MSNBC Martin Bashir - Newport Mill Middle School - Bloomberg Summit on the Economy - Congressman Van Hollen joins Dr. Alice Rivlin and GAO Comptroller General Gene Dodaro on May 1, 2012 to discuss government spending, revenues, deficits, and debt at the Bloomberg Washington Summit. Congressional Art Competition - Congressman Chris Van Hollen meets with high school student and aspiring artist Matthew Schick on April 30, 2012 at the 2012 Congressional Art Competition 4.27.12 CSPAN Floor Debate - Rep. Van Hollen Attends Dedication Ceremony of Montgomery County’s Public Safety Memorial - 4.19.12 CNN Newsroom - 4.19.12 CSPAN Floor Statement - Bertelsmann Foundation Conference on April 19, 2012 - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Bertelsmann Foundation Conference, "Making a Comeback: A Return to Jobs and Growth." Congressional Forum on Citizens United v. FEC - Congressman Van Hollen participates in a Congressional Forum on Citizens United v. FEC hosted by the House Administration Committee Democrats on April 18, 2012 4.18.12 Squawk Box - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Glenmont Metro Station Parking Garage - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Glenmont Metro Station parking garage on April 16, 2012 Winston Churchill HS - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with students from Winston Churchill High School on March 27, 2012 3.14 VOA - 3.28.12 CSPAN Budget Debate - 3.27.12 Fox News Neil Cavuto - CAP Action Fund Speech on Budget Priorities - Congressman Van Hollen discusses federal budget priorities at the Center for American Progress Action Fund on March 20, 2012 Rep. Van Hollen receives the Save the Children Congressional Champion for Real and Lasting Change Award - 3.21.12 CSPAN Mark up 1 - 3.21.12 CSPAN Mark up 1 - 3.20.12 CAP Staff - Mattie Miracle Leadership Award - Congressman Van Hollen receives the Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation's Outstanding Legislative Leadership Award in recognition of his tireless dedication, leadership and introduction of legislation to bring awareness to the pshysosocial needs of children and families living with childhood cancer 3.20.12 CNN Starting Point - In Memory of Greg Hamilton (credit: Alan Bowser) - Congressman Van Hollen meets with the late Greg Hamilton at the 2010 Veterans Day Concert in Silver Spring. Mr. Hamilton, who recently passed away, was a champion of veteran's rights in the local community. From left to right: Jonny Grave, Rep. Chris Van Hollen, Hospital Corpsman Indira Kozak, US Navy, Ida Campbell, Victor Salazar, Gregory Hamilton (credit: Alan Bowser) Read Across America Event - Congressman Van Hollen reads Dr. Seuss's The Lorax to students at Wheaton Woods Elementary School as part of the Read Across America event on March 1, 2012 Read Across America Event - Congressman Van Hollen reads Dr. Seuss's The Lorax to students at Wheaton Woods Elementary School as part of the Read Across America event on March 1, 2012 MD Delegation to the National Down Syndrome Society’s Buddy Walk - Congressman Van Hollen meets with the Maryland Delegation to the National Down Syndrome Society’s Buddy Walk on March 1, 2012 Congressional Down Syndrome Caucus - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a reception honoring the Congressional Down Syndrome Caucus on March 1, 2012. The Caucus supports legislative activities that would improve Down syndrome research, education and treatment and promotes public policies that would enhance the quality of life for those with Down syndrome. Dr. Nancy Grace Roman - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Dr. Nancy Grace Roman on February 28, 2012. Dr. Roman is known as “Mother Hubble” for her pioneering work on the Hubble Telescope. She is also one of only four scientists – and the only woman ever – to have a NASA fellowship named after her. Congressional Silver Medal Award Winner - Congressman Van Hollen presents Jacqueline Barnes with the Congressional Silver Medal on February 23, 2012 ABLE Act Lunch Briefing - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a lunch briefing on the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE Act) on February 17, 2012. He is a cosponsor of this bill which would establish tax-free savings accounts for the disabled. 2.15.12 MSNBC Daily Rundown - 2.15.12 Bloomberg News w Betty Liu - Meeting with new Boys and Girls Clubs of America CEO and President - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Jim Clark, the new Boys and Girls Clubs of America President and CEO on February 14, 2012 AFGE Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen meets with the AFGE National Council of SSA Field Operation Locals on February 14, 2012 2.13.12 CSPAN Press Conference - 2.13.12 MSNBC Martin Bashir - Key Club Photo - Congressman Van Hollen meets with two students who serve in leadership positions as the Key Club Lt. Governors for Division 17, which includes all of the high school Key Clubs in Montgomery County. The Key Clubs are comprised of high school students who perform community service activities in the area. Georgetown Visitation - Congressman Chris Van Hollen meets with students from the Georgetown Visitation school on February 8, 2012 DISCLOSE Act Press Conference - Congressman Chris Van Hollen speaks at a press conference to introduce the DISCLOSE Act on February 9, 2012. The DISCLOSE Act addresses the Supreme Court’s 2010 ruling in Citizens United v. FEC and works to ensure transparency and disclosure in our electoral process. ARC Montgomery County Event - Congressman Van Hollens speaks at at The Arc Montgomery County’s Community, Staff & Volunteer Dinner on February 5, 2012 Budget Policy Discussion at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace - Congressman Van Hollen discusses budget policy at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace on February 3, 2012 Budget Policy Discussion at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace - Congressman Van Hollen discusses budget policy at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace on February 3, 2012 Rebuilding Together Event - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Rebuilding Together board meeting on January 19, 2012. Rebuilding Together is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization working to preserve affordable homeownership and revitalize neighborhoods by providing extensive rehabilitation and modification services to those in need at no cost to those served. 2012 Women’s Legislative Briefing - Congressman Van Hollen speaks as part of a panel on women’s issues in the U.S. Congress at the 2012 Women’s Legislative Briefing on January 29, 2012. Rep. Van Hollen Welcomes Veteran, Advocate John Gregory Mendez as Guest at State of the Union Address - Congressman Van Hollen welcomes John Mendez as his guest at the 2012 State of the Union address. Mr. Mendez served in the 26th Expeditionary Marine force in Bosnia and Somalia from 1991 – 1995. He currently does outreach for Bethesda Cares, a nonprofit organization that works to devise solutions to problems related to homelessness and poverty. Citizens United Anniversary - Congressman Van Hollen speaks out against corporate spending in politics on January 19, 2012 during a rally in Annapolis. Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s Business Day - Congressman Van Hollen speaks to business leaders at the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s Business Day in Annapolis on January 19, 2012 Citizens United Anniversary - Congressman Van Hollen speaks out against corporate spending in politics on January 19, 2012 during a rally in Annapolis. Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s Business Day - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with business leaders at the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s Business Day in Annapolis on January 19, 2012 1-18-12 CNN Starting Point - 1-18-12 MSNBC Jansing and Co.jpg - Women to Watch Community Leader Award - Congressman Van Hollen presents the Women to Watch Community Leader Award to constituent Esther Newman on December 5, 2011 Rep. Van Hollen visits Sodexo, Inc. Corporate Headquarters - Congressman Van Hollen visits the corporate headquarters of Sodexo, Inc. on January 12, 2012. Based in Gaithersburg, Sodexo, Inc. is a leading provider of integrated food and facilities management services in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico 12.21.11 MSNBC Live - 12.20.11 CSPAN House Floor - 12.19.11 Bloomberg News - ACORE Annual Policy Forum - Congressman Van Hollen delivers the keynote address at ACORE’s Annual Policy Forum on December 7, 2011. Milken Educator of the Year Award - Congressman Van Hollen congratulates Madeline Hanington on her winning the Milken Educator Award. The award is annually given to 40 of the best teachers throughout the country. Urban Land Institute and Montgomery County Panel Discussion - Congressman Van Hollen presents a citation in honor of ULI’s 75th anniversary on December 13, 2011 12-8-11 MSNBC Andrea Mitchell Reports - 12-6-11 MSNBC Jansing and Co - 11.30.11 MSNBC Andrea Mitchell Reports - Meeting with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte - Congressmen Van Hollen and Michigan Congressman Bill Huizenga, Co-Chairs of the Congressional Dutch Caucus, host Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte at a Congressional lunch in honor of his visit to the United States on November 29, 2011 Meeting with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte - Congressmen Van Hollen and Michigan Congressman Bill Huizenga, Co-Chairs of the Congressional Dutch Caucus, host Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte at a Congressional lunch in honor of his visit to the United States on November 29, 2011 Moms Rising - Congressman Van Hollen meets with "Moms Rising," a group of Maryland Moms advocating on behalf of Medicaid and other valuable programs that protect children JDRF Hope Gala - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the uvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Hope Gala on November 5, 2011 Montgomery County Dedication of the Veterans Memorial Artwork - Congressman Van Hollen joins Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett at the Dedication of the Veterans Memorial Artwork at the Silver Spring Civic Building on November 11, 2011 11-17-11 WTTG Fox 5 - Achieving a Better Letter Life Experience (ABLE) Act Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen joins members of the of the Congressional Down Syndrome Caucus and disability advocates at a press conference on November 15, 2011 to unveil the Achieving a Better Letter Life Experience (ABLE) Act 11-9-11 PBS Nightly News Report - 11-7-11 Morning Joe - Maryland New Americans Loan Program - Rep. Van Hollen serves as the Guest of Honor at the Maryland New Americans Loan Program on November 1, 2011 American Legion State Leaders from Maryland - Rep. Van Hollen meets with American Legion State Leaders from Maryland on November 2, 2011 10-31-11 MSNBC Andrea Mitchell Reports - PAN Award - Groundbreaking of the Charles E. Smith Life Communities’ Cohen-Rosen House - Congressman Van Hollen delivered the keynote address for the Groundbreaking of the Charles E. Smith Life Communities’ new building on October 25, 2011 Presidential Early Career Award for Science and Engineering - Congressman Van Hollen meets with an NIH employee who received the Presidential Early Career Award for Science and Engineering on October 21, 2011 Rep. Van Hollen Meets with Ron Kuipers - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Ron Kuipers on October 12, 2011. Mr. Kuipers is a finalist for FIELD and STREAM Magazine’s Annual Heroes of Conservation Award Childhood Cancer Summit Panel Discussion - Congressman Van Hollen greets Ryan Darby at the 2nd Annual Childhood Cancer Summit Panel Discussion on September 23, 2011 C&O; Canal Trust Benefit “Park After Dark” - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Kevin Brandt (National Park Service Superintendant) and Matt Logan (President of C&O Canal Trust) at the C&O Canal Trust Benefit “Park After Dark” (Credit John Hoover Photography) C&O; Canal Trust Benefit “Park After Dark” - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Kevin Brandt (National Park Service Superintendant) and Matt Logan (President of C&O Canal Trust) at the C&O Canal Trust Benefit “Park After Dark” (Credit John Hoover Photography) Childhood Cancer Summit Panel Discussion - Congressman Van Hollen greets Ryan Darby at the 2nd Annual Childhood Cancer Summit Panel Discussion on September 23, 2011 Rep. Van Hollen at SAMMIES Award Medals Gala - Congressman Van Hollen presents the Science and Environment Medal to Dr. William Gahl, Director of Undiagnosed Diseases Program at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) on September 15, 2011 9-19-11 MSNBC live - 9-13-11 CSPAN Super Committee - 10th Annual Maryland Hispanic Business Conference - Congressman Chris Van Hollesn gives the keynote address at the 10th Annual Maryland Hispanic Business Conference on September 6, 2011 Choice Hotels International Groundbreaking - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the groundbreaking ceremony for Choice Hotels International's new headquarters, which will be located at the new Rockville Metro Plaza II. 9-8-11 MSNBC Martin Bashir - 9-8-11 Joint Cmte Opening Statement - 9-7-11 Bloomberg News - 9-6-11 MSNBC Live - 9-1-11 MSNBC Dylan Ratigan - American Cancer Society Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen meets with the American Cancer Society on August 23, 2011 8-23-11 CNBC Squawk Box - Meeting with Bethesda/Chevy Chase NARFE Chapter - Congressman Van Hollen meets with the Board of Directors of of the Bethesda/Chevy Chase NARFE Chapter on August 17, 2011. 8-17-11 MSNBC Live - 8-3-11 MSNBC Live - 8-2-11 CNN Newsroom - 8-2-11 Fox News America's Newsroom - 8-1-11 CSPAN Floor Statement on Debt Ceiling - 8-1-11 WTTG Fox 5 - 7-30-11 CSPAN Floor Statmenet - 7-28-11 CSPAN Floor Speech - 7-28-11 MSNBC The Ed Show - 7-28-11 MSNBC Andrea Mitchell Reports - 7-27-11 Fox News Happening Now - Library of Congress Junior Follows - Congressman Van Hollen meets with constituents taking part in the Libary of Congress Junior Fellows summer internship program on July 26, 2011 7-27-11 MSNBC Jansing and Co - 7-26-11 MSNBC Martin Bashir - 7-25-11 MSNBC Live - 7-22-11 MSNBC Martin Bashir - 7-21-11 MSNBC Andrea Mitchell Reports - 7-21-11 Bloomberg w Peter Cook - Meeting with Jackson Lee Davis - Congressman Van Hollen meets with constituent Jackson Lee Davis to discuss Jackson’s proposal to honor York with a Black Heritage stamp. The USPS Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee has said that the stamp is under consideration. 7-20-11 MSNBC Morning Joe - 7-19-11 Fox News America's Newsroom - Congressional Cupcake War Competition - Congressman Van Hollen at the 1st Annual Congressional Cupcake War competition which donated $10,000 to the Fisher House, a non-profit organization based in Rockville that provides housing for the families of injured veterans while they recover at military medical centers. 7.17.11 Fox News Sunday - 7.18.11 MSNBC Live - Maryland AARP Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen meets with members of the Marlyand AARP on July 13, 2011 7.14.11 MSNBC Andrea Mitchell Reports - Universities at Shady Grove Breakfast Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Bill Schlossenberg, Stew Edelstein, and Mary Lang on a tour of the tour of the Universities at Shady Grove on July 11, 2011 Teach For America’s STEM Panel Keynote Address - Congressman Van Hollen delivers Teach For America’s STEM Panel Keynote Address on July 14, 2011 7.12.11 MSNBC Live - 7.12.11 MSNBC Morning Joe - 7.11.11 Bloomberg InBusiness with Margaret Brennan - 7.11.11 MSNBC News Nation - 7-10-11 Fox 5 News @ 10 - 7-11-11 CBS The Early Show - 7-10-11 CNN State of the Union - 7-8-11 MSNBC The Daily Rundown - 7-7-11 MSNBC Andrea Mitchell Reports - 7-7-11 CNN American Morning - 6-24-11 Bloomberg - Interages 25th Anniversary Honoring Austin Heyman - Congressman Van Hollen with Austin and Barbara Heyman at the Interages, Inc 25th Anniversary Celebration on May 5, 2011 6-21-11 MSNBC Harball - 6-20-11 ABC Top line - 6-20-11 MSNBC News Nation - Colmar Manor Groundbreaking Ceremony - Congressman Van Hollen attends a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Colmar Manor Groundbreaking and Community Day on June 11, 2011 6-17-11 MSNBC The Daily Rundown - 6-16-11 MSNBC Last Word - Alliance for Workplace Excellence 12th Annual Award Luncheon - Congressman Van Hollen with NBC News 4 Anchor and Reporter Kimberly Lohman Suiters at the Alliance for Workplace Excellence 12th Annual Award Luncheon 6-15-11 MSNBC Andrea Mitchell Reports - Consumer Product Safety Commission Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Congressman Van Hollen joins CPSC Chairman Inez M. Tenenbaum on June 13, 2011 at a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new State-of-the-Art National Product Testing and Evaluation Center Consumer Product Safety Commission Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Congressman Van Hollen attends the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s New Lab Testing Facility opening on June 13, 2011 Child Safety Seat Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a press conference on May 19, 2011 at the Fitzgerald Auto Mall in Rockville to announce the inspection of their 40,000th child safety seat Harmony Through Education Benefit - Congressman Van Hollen attends and serves as honored guest at Harmony Through Education's benefit at Indique Heights. The organization is based in Bethesda. 6.14.11 CNBC Squawk on the Street - UPS Site Visit - Congressman Van Hollen meets with local UPS workers at a UPS Customer Center in Gaithersburg, MD on June 9, 2011 Small Business Listening Session - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with local business leaders at a Small Business Listening Session at the Colmar Manor Town Hall and Community Center on June 8, 2011 Small Business Listening Session - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with local business leaders at a Small Business Listening Session at the Colmar Manor Town Hall and Community Center on June 8, 2011 Small Business Listening Session - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with local business leaders at a Small Business Listening Session at the Colmar Manor Town Hall and Community Center on June 8, 2011 6-8-11 WTTG Fox 5 Morning News - 6-3-11 FNC Debate Pic 2 - 6-6-11 FNC Interview - Van Hollen at Financial Consumer Protection Forum - Congressman Van Hollen speaks to constituents on May 17, 2011 at a Financial Consumer Protection Forum in conjunction with the Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection. Van Hollen at Financial Consumer Protection Forum - Congressman Van Hollen speaks to constituents on May 17, 2011 at a Financial Consumer Protection Forum in conjunction with the Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection. Van Hollen Honors Service Academy Appointees and Graduates - Congressman Van Hollen meets with new Service Academy appointees and this year’s Academy graduates on June 6, 2011. 19 students from Maryland’s Eighth District graduated and 13 students were appointed to begin in the summer of 2011. 6-2-11 Fox News America's Newsroom - 6-1-11 CVH Floor Speech - CVH Consumer Protection Forum - CVH on CSPAN on 5.31.11 - 5.26.11 Fox News America's Newsroom - ASIRT (Association for Safe International Road Travel) Gala - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the ASIRT (Association for Safe International Road Travel) Gala on May 23, 2011. He is the co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Global Road Safety. 5-22-11 NBC Meet the Press - Consumer Protection Forum - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with constituents at a community forum in Silver Spring providing information about identity theft, scams, credit card rules, veterans' and Social Security benefits, foreclosure prevention and more 5-16-11 FBN Varney and Company - 5-16-11 Fox News Happening Now - 5-16-11 MSNBC Jansing and Co - Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Congressional Procurement Conference and Expo - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Congressional Procurement Conference & Expo on May 4, 2011 Swarthmore College Democrats - Congressman Van Hollen meets with members of the Swarthmore College Democrats on May 2, 2011. Congressman is a graduate of Swarthmore. Van Hollen and House Budget Democrats Discuss Budget Vote - Congressman Van Hollen and House Budget Democrats discuss the the vote on the Republican budget at a press conference on April 15, 2011 Montgomery Village Middle School - Congressman Van Hollen meets with 8th graders from Montgomery Village Middle School on the East Capitol Steps on May 13, 2011 Montgomery Village Middle School - Congressman Van Hollen meets with 8th graders from Montgomery Village Middle School on the East Capitol Steps on May 13, 2011 5-12-11 Fox News America's Newsroom - 5-11-11 Andrea Mitchell Reports - 5-11-11 MSNBC Last Word - Easter Seals Wounded Warrior Event - Congressman Van Hollen joins leaders from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Easter Seals, the nation’s leading non-profit disability services provider, to announce their partnership to provide training for Family Caregivers of seriously-injured Post-9/11 Veterans who choose to receive their care at home 5.1.11 CNN State of the UNion - 5.3.11 WTTG Fox 5 - Community College Virtual Symposium at Montgomery College of Takoma Park - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with Secretary of Education Arne Duncan at a Community College Virtual Symposium at Montgomery College's Takoma Park Campus Town Hall on Elementary and Secondary Education Act at Kennedy High School - Congressman Van Hollen and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan speak at John F. Kenendy High School in Silver Spring about the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act Town Hall on Elementary and Secondary Education Act @ Kennedy High School - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at Kenendy High School about the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, the main spending bill for public education 4.27.11 MSNBC Daily Rundown - 4.27.11 MSNBC Daily Rundown 4-14-11 CSPAN Floor Speech - 4.13.11 CSPAN Rules Committee - Center for American Progress Action Fund - Congressman Van Hollen delivers a speech at the Center for American Progress Action Fund outlining the House Democrats' plan for the FY 2012 budget and the future of the federal budget “Eagle on the Hill” Award at a Burnt Mills Elementary School - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Boy Scouts at Burnt Mills Elementary School on March 26, 2011. While there he was also presented the “Eagle on the Hill” Award. Kensington Volunteer Fire 911 Memorial Groundbreaking Ceremony - Congressman Van Hollen at the Kensington Volunteer Fire 9/11 Memorial Groundbreaking Ceremony on April 2, 2011 Bethesda Little League Opening Day - Congressman Van Hollen meets with little leaguers on April 1, 2011 during the Opening Day of the Bethesda Little League 4.7.11 CNBC Kudlow Report - 4.7.11 MSNBC Rachel Maddow - 4.4.11 Fox News america's newsroom - CNN American Morning - 4.7.11 Morning Joe - 4.6.11 PBS Newshour - 4.7.11 Andrea Mitchell Reports - 3-31-11 MSNBC Interview - American Society of Association Executives 2011 Sentinel Award - Congressman Van Hollen receives the American Society of Association Executives 2011 Sentinel Award on March 29, 2011 3.22.11 Andrea Mitchell Reports Thumbnail - 3.15.2011 Fox News Interview thumbnail - STANDUP Act Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a press conference to introduce the Safe Teen and Novice Driver Uniform Protection Act. This bill would set minimum nationwide guidelines for issuing drivers licenses to young people in an effort to reduce the leading cause of death among teenagers. Bill Gates Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Bill Gates on March 8, 2011 Congressional Award Presentation - Congressman Van Hollen presents Olivia Stanhope with the Silver Medal Congressional Award on February 24, 2011 Jane Fairweather Award Presentation - Congressman Van Hollen congratulates constituent Jane Fairweather on February 23, 2011 for receiving the Community Leadership Award from Jewish Women International Woman's Suburban Democratic Club Lunchtime Event - Congressman Van Hollen meets with members of the Woman's Suburban Democratic Club of Montgomery County on February 22, 2011 2.18.11 CVH Floor Statement - CVH Floor Statement on Eshoo Disclosure Amendment - CVH House Floor Against H.R. 1 - MSNBC Andrea Mitchell Reports 2.14.11 - CSPAN Floor Statement 1.26.11 on Motion to Recommit H.R. 359 - CSPAN Floor Statement 1.26.11 Against Terminating Public Financing - CSPAN Washington Journal 1.26.11 - CNN American Morning 1.26.11 - Floor Statement h.res.38 - CVH Floor statement h.res. 38 - Jansing and Co 1.25.11 - Rules Committee Hearing 1.19.11 - CVH Floor Speech Against HC Repeal 1.18.11 - CVH Floor Statement on Arizona Shooting - ABC News This Week 1.9.11 - CPSAN Statement 1.6.11 Rules Committee - Charlie Rose 1.6.11 - MSNBC Lawerence O'Donnell 1.5.11 - CVH Floor stmt 1.5.11 - CVH on Jansing and Co - Headshot 01.03.11 - A Wider Circle - Congressman Van Hollen with A Wider Circle's Founder and Director, Mark Bergel and Board Chair, Pam Feinstein, at its "World's Largest Indoor Picnic" event on October 24, 2010. Parkland Middle School - Congressman Van Hollen meets with students from Parkland Middle School on November 16, 2010. Lakewood Elementary - Congressman Van Hollen takes questions from students from Lakewood Elementary School on November 16, 2010. Poolesville High School - Congressman Van Hollen meets with high school students from Poolesville High School on December 7, 2010. Ceremonial Puck Drop - Congressman Van Hollen takes the Ceremonial Puck Drop from Rep. Mike Quigley as part of the 2011 NHL Winter Classic featuring the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins. Congressman Van Hollen Poses with the Stanley Cup - Congressman Van Hollen poses with the the Stanley Cup, Rep. Mike Quigley (IL-05), and and members of the Fort Dupont Ice Hockey club on the Capitol steps as part of the Ceremonial puck drop commemorating the NHL Winter Classic GMA interview 12.2.10 - Middle Class Tax Relief Act - \MSNBC Ed Show 11.30.10.jpg - MSNBC Ed Show 11.30.10 - Fox Morning News 12.1.10 - CVH Budget Comm Intro - Congressman Van Hollen and Stephen Stern - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with Stephen Stern at the Saul I. Stern Professorship of Civic Engagement Speaker Series. Saul I. Stern Professorship of Civic Engagement Speaker Series - Congressman Van Hollen address the University of Maryland School of Public Policy as part of the Saul I. Stern Professorship of Civic Engagement Speaker Series. MCPD Police Explorers at Human Rights Hall of Fame Awards - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Montgomery County Police Department Explores at the Human Rights Hall of Fame Awards on October 24, 2010. AG Bell Award of Distinction - Congressman Van Hollen is presented with the Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Award of Distinction on November 5, 2010. Alliance for Workplace Excellence Award Breakfast - Congressman Van Hollen at the Alliance for Workplace Excellence Award Breakfast on June 22, 2010. The Alliance recognized the Washington, D.C. area’s best places to work for 2010. Alliance for Workplace Excellence Award Breakfast - Congressman Van Hollen addresses the crowd at the Alliance for Workplace Excellence Breakfast on June 22, 2010. The Alliance recognized the Washington, D.C. area’s best places to work for 2010. Chesapeake Climate Action Network & Rebuilding Together Montgomery County - Congressman Van Hollen assists staff and volunteers from the Chesapeake Climate Action Network & Rebuilding Together Montgomery County on October 10, 2010. Marriott Headquarters - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Marriott International CEO and Chairman J.W. Marriott Jr. and Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, Debbie M. Harrison, at the Marriott Headquarters on Tuesday, October 19, 2010. Annual Noche Tropical Gala - Congressman Van Hollen at the Annual Noche Tropical Gala on October 6, 2010 where he was a Co-Chair of the event. Greenavise Breakfast - Congressman Van Hollen with Greenavise CEO and Co-founder Scott Friedman(left) and General Counsel and Co-founder Garrett Stackman (right). CVH 9.30.10 - Congressman Van Hollen Meets with the Bullis School - Congressman Chris Van Hollen speaks to Bullis School students on the East Capitol Steps on September 29, 2010. CVH MTP 092610 - Andrea Mitchell Reports 9.23 - CVH Make it in America - cvh small business 9.23.10 - Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a press conference to discuss the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010. The legislation will expand much needed lending to millions of small businesses and offer tax incentives to help small businesses grow, hire, and fuel our economy, without adding a dime to the deficit. Disvcovery Hostage Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen praises the efforts of local and federal law enforcement for their swift response and professionalism after the hostage incident at Discovery Communications in Silver Spring, M.D. American Legion Legislative Luncheon - Congressman Van Hollen meets with veterans at the American Legion Annual Legislative Luncheon for the Maryland Delegation. WMATA Ribbon Cutting - Congressman Van Hollen takes part in the ribbon cutting ceremony for WMATA’s new diesel-electric hybrid Metrobuses and new MetroAccess vehicles in Landover, MD. Cavuto 9.17 - Countdown Interview 9.14 - 08.15.2010 CNN SOTU - 2 - 08.15.2010 CNN's SOTU 1 - Screenshot from CNN's SOTU - Part 1 cnn situation romo 8.10.10 - MSNBC Hardball 8.9.10 - FNC Neil Cavuto 8.9.10.jpg - FNC Neil Cavuto 8.9.10 - CVH on floor 7.29.10 - AHA Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen addresses members of the American Hospital Association at their annual membership meeting. - Congressman Van Hollen with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Majority Whip James Clyburn, and Joey Dillon of Chevy Chase MD. cvh unemployment extension press conference - CVH CNBC The Call 7.1.10 - CVH Financial Reform Official Picture - Ribbon Cutting - Congressman Van Hollen helps open the new BAE Systems Corporate center in Rockville. School Based Health Care - Congressman Van Hollen discusses school based health care with students from Northwood High School. CVH Disclose Act Floor Statement - Multicultural Center Opening - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the opening of the CASA De Maryland Multicultral Center in Langley Park, MD. CVH Fox News Channel 5.27.10 - CVH Floor Statement 5.28.10 - Earth Day Rally - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Earth Day Rally on the National Mall. Earth Day Rally - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Earth Day Rally on the National Mall. Thrift Shop's 65th Anniversary - Congressman Van Hollen and constituents at the Montgomery County Thrift Shop 65th Anniversay Reception. Congressional Art Competition - Congressman Van Hollen and the Maryland District 8 2010 Congressional Art Competition Winner Alicia Vidal, of the Connelly School of the Holy Child. Photo taken by Constituent Dawn Peters. Fox Business Happy Hour 4.22.10 - Fox News Business 4.20.10 - Town Hall Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen answers a question from a constituent at his town hall meeting at the Montgomery College Germantown campus. Jack and Jill of America Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen meets with constituents from Jack and Jack of America. Health Care Reform - Congressman Van Hollen celebrates the passage of the Health Care Reform legislation in the Speaker's office. Health Care Reform - Congressman Van Hollen with Speaker Pelosi and and other Members of the Democratic Caucus at the Health Care Reform enrollment ceremony. CVH Floor Speech 3.21.10 - WTTG 3.22.10 - FNC CVH 3.21.10 - CBS Face the Nation 3.21.10 - MSNBC Ed Schultz 3.22.10 - CNN Interview 3.21.10 - CNBC 3.21.10 - Health Care Reform - Congressman Van Hollen joins the Speaker of House and other Members of the Demoratic Caucus at the Reconciliation Bill enrollment ceremony. Health Care Reform - Congressmna Van Hollen discusses Health Care Reform with Majority Leader Hoyer and Congressman Becerra. Health Care Reform - Congressman Van Hollen speaks to members of the press after the Health Care Reform enrollment ceremony. CVH Floor Speech 3.24.10 - Buffalo Soldier Event - Buffalo Soldier Award Presentation - Congressman Van Hollen with Buffalo Soldier Pat Daugherty. Buffalo Soldier Award Ceremony - Congressman Van Hollen and colleagues present Buffalo Soldier, Pat Daugherty, with Congressional Record statements honoring his life accomplishments. FNC Jon Scott 3.18.10 - Ed Schultz 3.16.10 - Campbell Brown 3.16.10 - CVH Hardball 3.12.10 - Hardball w Chuck Todd 3.12.10 - FNS 3.14.10 - Student Emerging Leaders Reception - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with Congresswoman Donna Edwards and students at the Montgomery County Student Emerging Leaders Reception. CVH State of the Union 3.7.10 pt.2 - CVH on State of the Union 03.07.10 - CVH on State of the Union 03.07.10 Multiple Sclerosis Society Policy Conference - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Muliple Sclerosis Society Activists at their Annual Policy Conference. The Society honored Congressman Van Hollen as Respresentative of the Year for 2010. National Down Syndrome Society Meeting - Congressman Van Hollen meets with members of the National Down Syndrome Society. CVH on WTTG Fox Morning News 3.4.10 - CVH on WTTG Fox Morning News 3.4.10 CVH on MSNBC w David Shuster 3.3.10 - CVH on MSNBC w David Shuster 3.3.10 Constituent and World War II Veteran Awarded the Bronze Star - Congressman Van Hollen meets with constituent and World War II Veteran John Wilpers II and family. Congressman Van Hollen worked with the Army to help Mr. Wilpers secure the Bronze Star, for which he was reccommended in 1947. CVH on FNC 2.26.10 - CVH on FNC 2.26.10 CVH on Hardball 2.24.10 - CVH on Hardball 2.24.10 Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Budget Briefing - Congressman Van Hollen, Co-Chair of the House Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Caucus, opens the Caucus' Annual Budget Briefing. Congressman Van Hollen on Anderson Cooper 360 2/24/2010 - Congressman Van Hollen on Anderson Cooper 360 2/24/2010 Congressman Van Hollen on Hardball with Chris Matthews 2/25/2010 - Congressman Van Hollen on Hardball with Chris Matthews 2/25/2010 CVH MTP - Congressman Van Hollen on FNC's On the Record 2/11/10 - Olbermann January 25, 2010 - PAYGO Floor Statement Feb 2, 2010 - MSSC Kickoff - Rep. Van Hollen on CNBC - Rep. Van Hollen on CNBC with John Harwood Campaign Finance Reform - Congressman Van Hollen and Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY) discuss the Supreme Court ruling on Citizens United v. Federal Elections Commission and its impact on campaign financing. SOTU Photo8 - SOTU Photo7 - SOTU Photo5 - SOTU Photo2 - SOTU Photo1 - Rep. Van Hollen on MSNBC 1/20/10 - Congressman Van Hollen joins MSNBC's David Shuster to discuss the health care bill moving forward. Congressman Van Hollen Speaks at a Driver Safety Event (1/11/2010) - Driver Safety Event Anti Gang Funding Event - Anti Gang Funding Event Joint County Gang Initiative - Congressman Van Hollen talks about Federal funding awarded for an anti-gang initiative in Montgomery County and Prince Georges County. Advocates for Highway Safety News Conference - Congressman Van Hollen speaks about the importance of highway safety initiatives at the National Press Club. Rep. Van Hollen on Fox 5 Morning News (1-6-2010) - Rep. Van Hollen on Fox 5 Morning News (1-6-2010) Rep. Van Hollen on Fox News Sunday (12-27-2009) - Congressman Van Hollen joins Chris Wallace on Fox News Sunday BRAC Press Conference - Congressman Van Hollen speaks about funding for new Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda. Bethesda Cares Thanksgiving - Congressman Van Hollen greets constituents after helping serve Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless at Bethesda Cares. Rep. Van Hollen on Fox News (12/11/2009) - Bush's Deficit - 06.11.2009 Bush's Deficit Congressman Van Hollen on MSNBC (11/20/2009) - Rep. Van Hollen explains how to fight the flu - Job and Informatin Fair - Congressman Van Hollen with Councilmember Nancy Floreen at a jointly sponsored job search workshop and information fair in Rockville KVFD Visit 2 - Congressman Van Hollen and Senator Mikulski discuss fire safety with the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department. (Photo Credit: Ed Tenney, MCVFRA) KVFD Visit - Congressman Van Hollen visits the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department to celebrate federal funding for equipment and recruitment efforts. (Photo Credit: Ed Tenney, MCVFRA) Congressman Van Hollen on MSNBC (11/11/2009) - Congressman Van Hollen on MSNBC (11/13/2009) - Congressman Van Hollen on WTTG (11/9/09) - Progressive Maryland Award Gala - Congressman Van Hollen speaking at the 2009 Progressive Maryland Awards Gala. MSNBC 10/30/2009 - CNN 10/28/2009 - It's Academic Winners - Congressman Van Hollen meets with the award winning James Hubert Blake High School It's Academic team. USAID Edlinks Visit - Congressman Van Hollen meeting with students visiting from Pakistan through USAID's ED-LINKS program. PG County COPS PC - Congressman Van Hollen speaking about the positive effects of stimulus funding on public safety efforts in Prince Georges County. fox 5 10/28 - wttg - young adults - young adults - cnn 9/8 - Cavuto 9/9/09 - Fox Business 9/25 - ed show 10/5 - Richard Montgomery Student Visit - Congressman Van Hollen meets with ESOL students from Richard Montgomery High School after a tour of the Capitol. The Ed Show 9/24/09 - CNBC Power Lunch 9/24 - Viable Inc. Flag Raising - Van Oak Terrace Event - Teach for America Day - Stoneridge School Tour - Renewable Energy Press Conference - Mia Hamm Meeting - Jewish Community Center Seniors Visit - Car Dealer Press Conference - Handwriting Without Tears Group - Handwriting Without Tears Event - Einstein High School Visit - Chris Van Hollen Greets Constituents - Comsumer Protection Press Conference - Consumer Protection Event - BRAC Press Conference - Auto Dealer press Conference - Aeras Ribbon Cutting - Education - Congressman Van Hollen helps schoolchildren deliver letters to President Obama. Westbrook School chorus visit - UMD Commencement - Townhall - Thurgood Marshall Elem. Visit - Read Across America - RCT Residents speak to CVH - Purple Heart Leon Blum - Ms. Wheelchair MD - Million Mom March - Melvin Burman Hebrew Academy - MD WWII vets with CVH at LOC028 - Lourie Center 20th Anniversary - Leisure World Speech - Kindercare - Iraq Codel - Georgetown Day Hill Visit - Gang Funding PC - CVH with Naval Academy Graduate - Environment 2004 Maryland - CVH with after school alliance - CVH speaks seminary deed transfer - CVH shaking hands with seniors - CVH receives walter reed JAG coin - Clinton Protis Visit - BCC First Pitch - Assault Weapons Ban PC - Arena Stage Benefit - American Lung Assoc. Award - United Seniors of MD - Senior Briefing - SEIU Meeting - Rotary and Kiwanis Event - Poolesville Parade - Oakland Terrace Event - Mt. Rainier ES Visit - july 4th parade - Einstein HS hill visit - Edu press conf Nov 13 - community outreach Health Fair - College Affordability PC - CCRotary Speech - casa de MD group pic - Cannon Elem. Reading - Beth El Groundbreaking - Assault weapons PC - Americorps Event - 94.7 event - 4th of July Parade - Meeting with Mia Hamm - Congressman Van Hollen meets with soccer champion Mia Hamm to discuss seasonal flu awareness. University of Maryland - Congressman Van Hollen congratulated 2008 graduates of the University of Maryland’s Universities at Shady Grove. Royal Order of Orange-Nassau - Congressman Chris Van Hollen was appointed an Officer in the Royal Order of Orange-Nassau during a ceremony at the home of Dutch Ambassador Christiaan Kröner. Van Hollen, who is of Dutch decent, is Co-Chairman of the Congressional Caucus on the Netherlands. Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (ASTT) - Congressman Van Hollen joined the Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (ASTT) at a press conference to honor torture survivors. Fourth of July parades. - Congressman Van Hollen participates in Fourth of July parades. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. - Congressman Van Hollen attends the groundbreaking ceremony for theWalter Reed National Military Medical Center. Community College Scholarship award - Congressman Van Hollen meets with the 8th Congressional District winners of the Accenture Community College Scholarship award. Camp Gan Israel - Congressman Van Hollen meets with children from Sderot, who are being hosted by Chabad of Upper Montgomery County and are attending Camp Gan Israel day camp of North Potomac. The children are visiting our community so that they can have a summer vacation free from the terror of daily rocket fire in their community in Israel. 9-11 Memorial at the Pentagon - Congressman Van Hollen attends the dedication of the 9-11 Memorial at the Pentagon on September 11, 2008. Mental health parity legislation - Congressman Van Hollen joined other Members of Congress and mental health parity advocates at a rally to push for passage of mental health parity legislation. Federal grant to the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service - Chris Van Hollen joined U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulski and other elected officials to announce a $1.3 million federal grant to the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service for its operations and safety program. Workshop on economic stimulus refunds - Congressman Van Hollen hosted a workshop on economic stimulus refunds and tax filings in conjunction with Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot. Armenian Genocide - Congressman Van Hollen called for the adoption of legislation at the annual Armenian Genocide Observance on Capitol Hill. He is pictured here with Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) Legislative Affairs Director Raffi Karakashian, ANCA Eastern Region Director Karine Birazian, and Senior Foreign Policy Advisor Greg Aftandilian. 27th Annual Congressional Art Competition - Congressman Van Hollen announced that Anna Lukacs from Kensington is the winner of the 27th Annual Congressional Art Competition for the Eighth Congressional District of Maryland. Anna is a student at Albert Einstein High School in Kensington, Maryland. Her acrylic painting entitled "Maryland" will be on display in the United States Capitol beginning in June for one year. American Society of Association Executives/ American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Breakfast. - Congressman Van Hollen delivers a speech during the 2008 American Society of Association Executives/ American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Breakfast. He spoke to the group about his work in Congress. Purple Heart - Van Hollen presented veteran Thomas Nesterak with a Purple Heart earned for his service in the Vietnam War, but never received. Climate MATTERS Act (Climate Market Auction Trust and Trade Emissions Reduction System) - U.S. Representatives Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) introduced the Climate MATTERS Act (Climate Market Auction Trust and Trade Emissions Reduction System) to institute a strong cap-and-trade system designed to reduce greenhouse gas pollution. Bladensburg Waterfront - U.S. Congressman Chris Van Hollen (MD-8) and U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin joined with National Park Service officials at Bladensburg Waterfront Park to announce a $100,000 Chesapeake Bay Watertrails Network grant to address stewardship, access and interpretation of the water trails portion of the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. press conference in Takoma Park - Congressman Van Hollen and Senator Benjamin L. Cardin held a press conference in Takoma Park to hear first-hand from Maryland small business owners about how rising gas prices are hurting their business and their employees. Senator Cardin and Congressman Van Hollen pledged to take their message back to the Senate and the House as they work to overcome partisan obstacles to solving our energy crisis. Congressman Chris Van Hollen introduced the Energy Markets Anti-Manipulation and Integrity Restoration Act, which would squelch the rampant speculation contributing to rising oil and gas prices. Walt Whitman High School Science Bowl Team - Congressman Van Hollen meets with members of the Walt Whitman High School Science Bowl Team Asian American Business Conference - Congressman Van Hollen delivers an address during the Asian American Business Conference. Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) Bill - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a press conference on the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) Bill (H.R. 3996). This legislation would prevent the AMT from hitting unsuspecting families, expand critical tax breaks for middle-class Americans, and extends provisions important to the economy. Kiwanis Club of Bethesda - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with a veteran during the Kiwanis Club of Bethesda's 48th Annual Veterans Day Observance. 22nd annual toy safety report - Congressman Van Hollen released the 22nd annual toy safety report, "Trouble in Toyland” at a press conference on Capitol Hill. Renewable electricity standard (RES) - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at an event to encourage members of Congress to support an amendment calling for the establishment of a national renewable electricity standard (RES), sometimes referred to as a renewable portfolio standard. Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a press conference to commemorate Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and celebrate the House passage of a resolution affirming Congress’s commitment to increasing federal support to fight pediatric cancer, the number one killer of children in the United States. Congressman Van Hollen has joined with Congresswoman Deborah Pryce to introduce legislation to increasing funding for pediatric cancer research and treatment. Anacostia Watershed Restoration Partnership and the Anacostia Watershed Society - Congressman Van Hollen joined a delegation of 40 federal, state and local leaders and representatives of the Anacostia Watershed Restoration Partnership and the Anacostia Watershed Society on a boat tour of the Anacostia River. The purpose of the tour was to bring together major stakeholders and decision-makers at various levels of government and agencies responsible for managing the Anacostia to facilitate discussions about how best to coordinate efforts and resources to restore the health of the River and the watershed. Bethesda Fire Department - Congressman Van Hollen speaks during a 50 year rededication ceremony for Bethesda Fire Department Station #20. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation - Congressman Van Hollen met with representatives from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. During the meeting, the children shared their personal experiences on living with Type 1 diabetes with the Congressman. 33rd Annual Congressional Hispanic Caucus Gala Reception - Congressman Van Hollen attended the 33rd Annual Congressional Hispanic Caucus Gala Reception. He is pictured here with Esther Aguilera, Executive Director of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute and Congressman Luis Gutierrez of Illinois. Sierra Club Members - Congressman Van Hollen meets with members of the Sierra Club. Sworn in to third term - Congressman Van Hollen, shown here with his family, was sworn in to his third term in the House of Representatives by the first female Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi (D-CA). Hadassah members on Lobby Day - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Hadassah members on Lobby Day. Teen stroke survivor Eli Okun - Congressman Van Hollen meets with teen stroke survivor Eli Okun and his family. Clean Up Chesapeake - Press conference on bill to clean up the Chesapeake Bay. Spirit Award for Humanitarian Achievement - Congressman Van Hollen accepts the Spirit Award for Humanitarian Achievement from the National Center for Children and Families. Walk to Cure Diabetes - Congressman Van Hollen participates in the Walk to Cure Diabetes on the National Mall. 2007 Maryland State Geography Bee - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Rayell Cooper, the National Geographic 2007 Maryland State Geography Bee champion. Team Focus Leadership Camp - Congressman Van Hollen sits down to talk with participants in the Team Focus Leadership Camp, a comprehensive outreach, mentoring, and education program devoted to improving the lives of young men ages 10 to 18 without a father at home. Annual Service to America Medals Breakfast - Congressman Van Hollen gave remarks during the Annual Service to America Medals Breakfast. He presented Congressional citations to residents of Maryland’s Eighth Congressional District who were selected as finalists for the prestigious 2006 Service to America Medals. Voting Rights Act at the University of Maryland - Congressman Van Hollen hosted a forum on the Voting Rights Act at the University of Maryland. Van Hollen was joined by special guests and fellow House Judiciary Committee Members Representatives John Conyers of Michigan and Linda Sanchez of California. This meeting was presented in cooperation with the Center for American Politics and Citizenship at the University of Maryland. 9th Annual Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Expo and Forum - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the 9th Annual Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Expo and Forum. He is the Vice Chair of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Caucus. National Trails Day - Congressman Van Hollen participates in National Trails Day and the Anacostia Trails Prince George’s Bike Ride at the Bladensburg Waterfront Marina. Town of Brentwood Day 2006 - Congressman Van Hollen participates in Town of Brentwood Day 2006 at Bartlett Park. Maryland Executive Council - Congressman Van Hollen receives an award from Maryland Executive Council for Educational Opportunities (MECEO) for his support of educational opportunity programs for low-income and disabled Americans. Political Science students from Universities at Shady Grove - Congressman Van Hollen speaks to a Political Science students from Universities at Shady Grove. Gaithersburg Westside Youth Center - Congressman Van Hollen attends a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Gaithersburg Westside Youth Center at Robertson Park Adas Israel Religious School - Congressman Van Hollen met with students from the Adas Israel Religious School at the U.S. Capitol. The students discussed their views on Arab-Israeli peacemaking. Congressional Citations - Congressman Van Hollen presented Congressional citations yesterday to two residents of Potomac, MD who are winners of the annual Arthur S. Flemming Award. Dr. Yoshihiro Ohno and Dr. Carl J. Williams won the Flemming Award which honors the accomplishments of federal workers in the areas of science, engineering, and administration, with an emphasis on recognizing those in early or mid-career. Westland Middle School in Bethesda - Congressman Van Hollen convened a town hall meeting for residents of the Eighth Congressional district on May 8 at Westland Middle School in Bethesda. Metropolitan Center for Assault Prevention’s (METROCAP) "READY!" workshop - Congressman Van Hollen participates in a performance of the Metropolitan Center for Assault Prevention’s (METROCAP) "READY!" workshop at Garrett Park Elementary School. The workshop is a group-participation program based on the story of Little Red Riding Hood. The goal of the program is to help build awareness of physical assault, sexual abuse and bullying. Town of Somerset Centennial Celebration - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with constituents during the Town of Somerset Centennial Celebration. Save Darfur Rally to Stop Genocide - Congressman Van Hollen attends the Save Darfur Rally to Stop Genocide. The rally was part of the "Million Voices for Darfur" campaign to generate one million postcards for delivery to President Bush, who pledged to push for additional UN and NATO help to protect the people of Darfur. The rally was also the final stop of the "Tour for Darfur: Eyewitness to Genocide," a 21,000 mile photo exhibit and speaking tour of 22 cities in 11 states to raise public awareness about the Darfur crisis. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association - Congressman Van Hollen participates in the ground breaking ceremony for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association headquarters in Rockville. Sudan Freedom Walk Concluding Rally - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at the Sudan Freedom Walk Concluding Rally. Texas Instruments - Congressman Van Hollen visits Texas Instruments in Germantown. Little Friends for Peace - Congressman Van Hollen meets with members of Little Friends for Peace, a group dedicated to teaching non-violence skills to young children. Medicare Part D prescription drug program - Congressman Van Hollen joined seniors and members of the disabled community at a rally to speak out against President Bush's Medicare Part D prescription drug program. Thousands of seniors and disabled Americans have experienced problems with the program since it became effective on Jan. 1, 2006. AP Government & Politics students - Congressman Van Hollen speaks to a group of AP Government & Politics students from Rockville’s Thomas Wootton HS. Special Olympics Maryland - Congressman Van Hollen meets with athletes from Special Olympics Maryland Rockville Boyscout Troop 944 - Congressman Van Hollen meets with Rockville Boyscout Troop 944. AMBER Alert Highway Network - Congressman Van Hollen spoke at a press conference to launch a new initiative designed to expand the audience alerted to watch for abducted children. The AMBER Alert Highway Network, a partnership of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® (NCMEC) and QUALCOMM® Incorporated, is the first secondary-distribution initiative to direct AMBER Alerts to professional truck drivers who are near the Alert area. Silver Spring Transit Center - Congressman Van Hollen speaks at a at a press conference to announce federal funding that he helped secure for the Silver Spring Transit Center. Historic Deed Transfer Ceremony - Congressman Van Hollen gives remarks at the Historic Deed Transfer Ceremony for Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Montgomery County Commission for Women. - Congressman Van Hollen delivers a speech during the Women's Legislative Briefing. The event was sponsored by the Montgomery County Commission for Women. Montgomery County's Martin Luther King Day celebration. - Congressman Van Hollen speaks with constituents following Montgomery County's Martin Luther King Day celebration. Latin American Youth Center (LAYC). - Congressman Van Hollen joined Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.), Montgomery County Executive Doug Duncan and other elected officials to announce $750,000 in federal funds to support the gang intervention and prevention efforts of the Latin American Youth Center (LAYC). Consular Corps of Washington - Congressman Van Hollen addresses Consular Corps of Washington Historic Old Boyds Negro School - Congressman Van Hollen joined Pastor Tim Warner and youth from St. Marks United Methodist Church in Boyds to remove the graffiti at the Historic Old Boyds Negro School. St. Marks United Methodist Church in Boyds - Congressman Van Hollen joined Pastor Tim Warner and youth from St. Marks United Methodist Church in Boyds to remove the graffiti at the Historic Old Boyds Negro School "Honest Leadership, Open Government" - Congressman Van Hollen joined House and Senate Democrats in unveiling their "Honest Leadership, Open Government" Act, an aggressive reform package to reverse the culture of corruption established by the Republican leadership and restore the public trust. Potomac Watershed - Congressman Van Hollen joined the growing regional effort to rid the Potomac Watershed of trash when he signed the Potomac Watershed Trash Treaty. Session rally to highlight the corrupt Republican Congress - Congressman Van Hollen joined Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid (NV), House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi (CA), and House and Senate Democrats at an end of session rally to highlight the corrupt Republican Congress. George Washington University School of Public Policy and Public Administration - Congressman Van Hollen listens to students from the George Washington University School of Public Policy and Public Administration as they present a report on combating gang violence. Medicare-Prescription Drug forum - Congressman Van Hollen hosted a Medicare-Prescription Drug forum at the Rockville Senior Center. Experts from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services discussed the new Medicare Prescription Drug benefit and responded to questions from the audience. Maryland Federation of Chapters of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association Experts - In cooperation with Maryland Federation of Chapters of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association Experts on federal health insurance plans and representatives of health insurance carriers were present at both sessions to discuss various health plan options and answer individual questions. Town Hall meeting at Takoma Park Middle School - Congressman Van Hollen convened a town hall meeting at Takoma Park Middle School on November 21 for residents of the entire Eighth Congressional District. The Congressman reported to residents about the activities of the 109th Congress, including important issues such as the Iraq War, Social Security, education, health care, disaster preparedness, and transportation. Energy Markets Emergency Act - Energy Markets Emergency Act Dandy-Walker Syndrome Resolution - Dandy-Walker Syndrome Resolution Federal Employees Paid Parental Leave Act - Federal Employees Paid Parental Leave Act Davis-Van Hollen-Hoyer WMATA Funding Amendment - Davis-Van Hollen-Hoyer WMATA Funding Amendment Van Hollen Speaks about the Energy and Tax Extenders Act - Van Hollen Speaks about the Energy and Tax Extenders Act Van Hollen Speaks About His Proposal to End Private Tax Collection at the IRS - Van Hollen Speaks About His Proposal to End Private Tax Collection at the IRS Van Hollen Speaks About Iraqi Corruption - Van Hollen Speaks About Iraqi Corruption Van Hollen Speaks About His Amendment to the Energy Bill - Van Hollen Speaks About His Amendment to the Energy Bill Van Hollen on the College Cost Reduction Act - Van Hollen on the College Cost Reduction Act Van Hollen on H.R. 2956 - Van Hollen on H.R. 2956 Van Hollen on the 2007 Farm Bill - Van Hollen on the 2007 Farm Bill Capitol Dome Picture - Capitol Dome Picture Members of Congress and Habitat for Humanity - Congressman Van Hollen joins other Members of Congress and Habitat for Humanity on the National Mall to build homes for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Proclamation to Montgomery County NAACP Chapter Executive Board Member - To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Rosa Parks’ historic bus ride, Congressman Van Hollen joined Montgomery County Executive Douglas M. Duncan (right) in presenting a Proclamation to Montgomery County NAACP Chapter Executive Board Member Anita Neal Powell declaring December 1 as “Rosa Parks Day” in Montgomery County as Russ Junior Achievement Young Entrepreneur of the Year - Congressman Van Hollen presented the Junior Achievement Young Entrepreneur of the Year to Brian Hendricks, a senior at Winston Churchill High School. Recognition and Appreciation picnic for more than 100 public safety workers - Congressman Chris Van Hollen, County Executive Doug Duncan ,and Fire Chief Tom Carr salute Ray Whalen at a recognition and appreciation picnic for more than 100 public safety workers who contributed to the rescue and recovery efforts in the Gulf states following hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Prince George’s Counties Joint Gang Suppression and Prevention Initiative - In an ongoing effort to help law enforcement officials deal with the growing level of gang violence in the Washington metropolitan region, Congressman Van Hollen secured $2,375,000 for the Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties Joint Gang Suppression and Prevention Initiative (also known as the Maryland Regional Gang Initiative).