{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where party = \"Republican\", state = \"MD\" and year = 2026 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-addresses-ocean-city-beach-erosion-army-corps-following", "Congressman Harris Addresses Ocean City Beach Erosion with Army Corps Following Weekend Storm", "2026-09-29", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) discussed restoring Ocean City\u2019s beach following this weekend\u2019s severe weather with Colonel Francis B. Pera, Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District, yesterday. Harris also applauded the Army Corps\u2019 newly awarded $25.7 million contract to reconstruct the Atlantic Coast of Maryland berm in Ocean City.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cI spoke directly with Army Corps Baltimore District Commander Colonel Pera about restoring Ocean City\u2019s beach following this weekend\u2019s storm, and I applaud the new $25.7 million contract for the town\u2019s berm reconstruction. This funding will help Ocean City recover from the storm and prepare for future storms.\u201d", 1, "2026-10-01T11:23:28Z", "2026-10-01T11:25:15Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-21-million-university-maryland-eastern-shore", "Congressman Harris Announces $2.1 Million for University of Maryland Eastern Shore", "2026-09-23", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) will receive $2,131,929 in federal funding through the Supplemental HBCU Mandatory Grants program.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cUMES has a long history of educating students on the Eastern Shore and preparing graduates for careers in Maryland and across the country. This $2.1 million in funding will strengthen academic programs and provide additional resources for students.\u201d\n\nThe funding is provided through the U.S. Department of Education\u2019s Supplemental HBCU Mandatory Grants program, which provides federal funding to Historically Black Colleges and Universities.", 1, "2026-09-24T10:30:22Z", "2026-09-24T10:31:42Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-introduces-legislation-suspend-federal-gas-tax", "Congressman Harris Introduces Legislation to Suspend Federal Gas Tax", "2026-09-15", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), introduced legislation to temporarily suspend the federal gas tax, delivering immediate relief to American drivers and truckers ahead of the midterm elections.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cFamilies and truckers need some immediate relief from the high cost of fuel to drive to work or haul goods across this country. It\u2019s time right now to temporarily suspend the federal gas and diesel tax until the end of the year. Hardworking American taxpayers deserve that break.\u201d\n\nThe federal gas tax currently stands at 18.4 cents per gallon for gasoline and 24.4 cents per gallon for diesel.\n\nCongressman Harris\u2019 bill would suspend these taxes through the end of the year, lowering costs at the pump for families, small businesses, and the trucking industry that keeps America\u2019s supply chains moving.", 1, "2026-09-16T09:43:13Z", "2026-09-16T09:44:22Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-five-years-after-adirim-mandatory-vaccine-memo-put-her-under-oath", "REP. HARRIS: FIVE YEARS AFTER THE ADIRIM MANDATORY VACCINE MEMO, PUT HER UNDER OATH", "2026-09-14", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D., physician and former Naval Reserve medical officer, calls on Chairman James Comer, Chairman Rand Paul, and Chairman Ron Johnson to bring Dr. Terry Adirim in to testify under oath. Five years ago today, September 14, 2021, Dr. Terry Adirim, then acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, signed the memorandum that told DoD providers they \u201cwill\u201d use EUA-labeled product interchangeably with fully approved vaccines to vaccinate the force.\u00b9\n\nThree weeks earlier, on August 24, 2021, Secretary Austin had limited the mandate to vaccines with full FDA licensure, \u201cin accordance with FDA-approved labeling and guidance.\u201d\u00b2 But because of the subsequent Adirim memorandum, our troops now call September 14 \u201cReign of Terry\u201d day. Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (R-Md) said Congress should treat the anniversary the way the force already does: as the anniversary of the day that two-page order left her desk, with serious and dire results.\n\nHarris is a Johns Hopkins-trained anesthesiologist and former Naval Reserve medical officer. In March 2021 he administered COVID shots at clinics in his district. That spring the GOP Doctors Caucus agreed that you should talk to your physician and decide. He said then what he said in April 2023 and is saying again: freedom to choose to be COVID vaccinated, not mandates\u2014and the more than 8,400 troops fired for refusing should have been reinstated.\n\n\u201cI know the difference between a clinical recommendation and an order with a discharge packet attached,\u201d Harris said. \u201cI would never tell a healthy infantryman his career depended on an EUA vial. The record since does not let us pretend it was just \u2018following the science.\u2019\u201d\n\nThe regulator (the FDA) said should. Her memo said will.\u00b9 It cited no statute, no presidential waiver, no legal analysis\u2014only a footnote to an FDA web page. Under 10 U.S.C. \u00a7 1107a, a warrior given an EUA product must be told he can refuse. Only the President can waive that right, in writing, for national security.\u00b3 DoD Instruction 6200.02: **only the Secretary of Defense may even ask.**\u2074 They never asked. They mandated it anyway.\n\nIn July 2021 DoD told Justice it could not require an EUA product without that waiver.\u2075 No waiver issued. In November 2021 DoD conceded in open court that the President had not executed one. A federal judge called DoD\u2019s reading of \u00a7 1107a \u201cunconvincing\u201d and wrote that without a waiver \u201cthe DOD cannot mandate vaccines that only have an EUA.\u201d\u2076 FDA\u2019s Peter Marks swore the licensed and EUA products remained legally distinct.\u2077 At Holloman AFB, a service member was told the Adirim memo was why an EUA lot could be forced on him.\u2078\n\nOn April 23, 2025, Secretary Hegseth said the last administration \u201cissued unlawful orders on mandatory vaccines on an experimental vaccine, COVID-19,\u201d\u2079 and signed a remedies memo the same day.\u00b9\u2070 On May 7, 2025, USD(P&R) wrote that the mandate \u201cwas unlawful as implemented.\u201d\u00b9\u00b9 Hegseth later called it \u201cwrongfully forced\u201d and \u201cunjust.\u201d\u00b9\u00b2 Two weeks ago, Politico and the Times reported an Army physician, in a deposition in the Adirim case, said she is reviewing thousands of unverified service-member death reports for HHS and the Pentagon.\u00b9\u00b3 That is not a completed finding. It is why this file cannot close.\n\nAbout 8,600 service members were ejected. Tens of thousands left early. Another 20,000 retired early. Nearly a million ordered to take it. Anthony Fauci got an autopen scribble pardon. Dr. Adirim has no pardon.\n\n\u201cI changed what I was willing to say about the vaccines as the facts changed. That is what a physician does,\u201d Harris said. \u201cOur Warriors deserve the truth. Put her under oath. Let her look those service members whose careers were ruined and family-members of the deceased that were decimated by her memo in the eye.\u201d\n\nHe called on Chairman James Comer (Oversight), Chairman Rand Paul (HSGAC), and Chairman Ron Johnson (PSI) to put Adirim on the record about that destructive and unlawful memo and its human cost.\n\nFootnotes\n\n1. Acting ASD(HA) Terry Adirim memorandum, Sept. 14, 2021, Coker v. Austin, ECF 65-13 (DOD 000001); FOIA 22-F-1262, Enc. 2 p. 28\n\n2. Secretary of Defense memorandum, Aug. 24, 2021, Coker v. Austin, ECF 31-2.\n\n3. 10 U.S.C. \u00a7 1107a.\n\n4. DoDI 6200.02 (Feb. 27, 2008), Enc. 3 \u00a7 E3.4\n\n5. 45 Op. O.L.C. __ (July 6, 2021), at 17.\n\n6. Doe #1\u2013#14 v. Austin, 572 F. Supp. 3d 1224 (N.D. Fla. Nov. 12, 2021), ECF 47 at 12, 14; Tr. ECF 45 at 52:8\u20139. PI denied on proof; no merits holding the mandate was unlawful.\n\n7. Decl. of Peter Marks, M.D., Ph.D., Coker, ECF 65-14 \u00b6 11.\n\n8. Holloman AFB declaration, Coker, ECF 68-1 (lot 30155BA).\n\n9. Hegseth, X, April 23, 2025\n\n10. SecDef memorandum, April 23, 2025\n\n11. USD(P&R), May 7, 2025, \u201cunlawful as implemented\u201d\n\n12. Hegseth, X, May 8, 2026\n\n13. Politico, Sept. 3, 2026\n\nRep. Andy Harris, M.D., represents Maryland\u2019s 1st District. Johns Hopkins-trained anesthesiologist, former Naval Reserve medical officer, Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus, Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, and Related Agencies.", 1, "2026-09-15T09:50:21Z", "2026-09-15T09:52:05Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-6-million-usda-investment-invasive-catfish", "Congressman Harris Announces $6 Million USDA Investment in Invasive Catfish Processing", "2026-09-09", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, today announced $6 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant funding to expand processing capacity for invasive wild-caught catfish.\n\nThe funding, available through USDA Rural Development\u2019s Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program, will provide grants of $50,000 to $2 million to help eligible processors expand facilities, purchase equipment, and increase invasive catfish processing capacity. Applications are due December 7, 2026, through Grants.gov.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cInvasive blue catfish are reducing the blue crab and native fish populations that Maryland watermen harvest and sell. Increasing processing capacity will strengthen the market for wild-caught catfish, expand opportunities for watermen and seafood processors, and remove more invasive fish from the Bay. I thank Secretary Rollins and USDA for making this funding available to protect the Chesapeake Bay and strengthen Maryland\u2019s seafood economy.\u201d\n\nTo read USDA\u2019s full press release, click here.", 1, "2026-09-10T09:25:58Z", "2026-09-10T09:27:09Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-us-service-academy-information-night-high-school", "Congressman Harris Announces U.S. Service Academy Information Night for High School Students", "2026-09-04", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "September 4, 2026\n\nWashington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that his Service Academy Information Night will be held in person on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET at the McFaul Activity Center, located at 525 W. MacPhail Rd., Bel Air, MD 21014.\n\nThe event will provide an overview of the application and nomination process for the nation\u2019s five U.S. Service Academies, including the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy at West Point, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.\n\nTo register for this event or request additional information, please RSVP to MD01Academy@mail.house.gov. Attendance is limited to applicants and their families and is not open to the media.\n\nCongressman Harris\u2019s Academy Nominations Application Portal is now open and available here. Prospective applicants are encouraged to complete the online application as soon as possible.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-09-05T08:49:07Z", "2026-09-05T08:50:44Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-99-million-defense-contract-bringing-jobs", "Congressman Harris Announces $99 Million Defense Contract Bringing Jobs to Maryland\u2019s Eastern Shore", "2026-08-24", "2026", "2026-08", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced that Hardwire, LLC, an advanced manufacturing company based in Worcester County, has been awarded a $99,000,000 defense contract for work at the company\u2019s Pocomoke City facility in Maryland\u2019s First District.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cHardwire continues to create skilled manufacturing jobs and expand defense production in Maryland\u2019s First District. The company will produce steel and titanium components for armored military vehicles supporting our men and women in uniform. As a veteran and senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will continue working to secure defense investments for the First District and create more good-paying jobs for the Eastern Shore.\u201d\n\nStatement from George Tunis, Owner of Hardwire:\n\n\u201cCongressman Harris, Worcester Co., and the City of Pocomoke have been longstanding partners of Hardwire. Together, we have now brought large-scale, state-of-the-art hot forming of advanced metals to the Eastern Shore. This capability allows for huge, complex-shaped parts to be made from the strongest metals on planet Earth and opens the door to all-new, more organically shaped components and armor for our ground, sea, air, and space forces.\u201d", 1, "2026-08-26T05:33:32Z", "2026-08-26T05:34:56Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-more-91000-marylands-first-district-law", "Congressman Harris Announces More Than $91,000 for Maryland's First District Law Enforcement Agencies", "2026-08-04", "2026", "2026-08", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that four law enforcement agencies across Maryland's First Congressional District have been awarded a combined $91,069 through the U.S. Department of Justice's Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program. The individual awards will support a range of law enforcement equipment and technology projects across the First District. None of the recipient agencies are located in counties with sanctuary policies.\n\nHarford County Sheriff's Office \u2014 $32,639 to establish a Real-Time Crime Center, improving access to real-time intelligence and investigative technology.\n\nSalisbury Police Department \u2014 $32,576 to purchase Motorola APX 6000 portable radios.\n\nCambridge Police Department & Dorchester County Sheriff's Office \u2014 $12,974 to purchase electric bicycles for the Cambridge Police Department and mapping software and upgraded fingerprinting equipment for the Dorchester County Sheriff's Office.\n\nCecil County Sheriff's Office & Elkton Police Department \u2014 $12,880 to purchase drone batteries for the Cecil County Sheriff's Office and ballistic vests for the Elkton Police Department.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:", 1, "2026-08-05T07:37:37Z", "2026-08-05T07:38:44Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-attends-white-marlin-open-ocean-city", "Congressman Harris Attends White Marlin Open in Ocean City", "2026-08-04", "2026", "2026-08", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) attended the 53rd White Marlin Open, joining anglers, tournament organizers, local officials, and members of the Ocean City community during one of the Eastern Shore's premier annual events.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"The White Marlin Open is one of the biggest weeks of the year for Ocean City. It brings visitors from across the country and keeps local marinas, charter boats, hotels, restaurants, and small businesses busy. That's why maintaining the Ocean City Inlet is so important, and why I secured funding to dredge the federal navigation channel ahead of this year's tournament.\"", 1, "2026-08-05T07:37:37Z", "2026-08-05T07:38:44Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-tours-army-corps-dredging-operations-ocean-city-inlet", "Congressman Harris Tours Army Corps Dredging Operations at Ocean City Inlet", "2026-07-31", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), toured the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Murden dredging operations at the Ocean City Inlet as crews continue maintenance dredging ahead of the White Marlin Open.\n\nThe project will remove accumulated sediment from the inlet to improve navigation for commercial and recreational vessels during one of the Eastern Shore's busiest boating seasons.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"Touring the Murden gave me a firsthand look at the work required to keep the Ocean City Inlet navigable. Keeping this federal channel open allows commercial fishing vessels, charter boats, and recreational boaters to safely enter and leave the inlet. I'm glad to have been able to arrange this timely dredge as well as the funding for construction of a much-needed second U.S. Army Corps of Engineers shallow dredge.\"\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-08-01T07:27:26Z", "2026-08-01T07:28:22Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-army-corps-dredging-ocean-city-inlet", "Congressman Harris Announces Army Corps Dredging at Ocean City Inlet", "2026-07-24", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' dredge Murden has begun maintenance dredging operations at the Ocean City Inlet. The project is expected to take approximately 15 days to complete, with work concluding before the start of the White Marlin Open.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"I want to thank the Army Corps for its continued work to maintain the Ocean City Inlet ahead of the White Marlin Open. This dredging will help watermen, charter operators, and thousands of recreational boaters safely navigate the inlet during one of the Eastern Shore's busiest boating seasons.\"", 1, "2026-07-25T07:13:44Z", "2026-07-25T07:15:09Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-two-telephone-halls-today", "Congressman Harris Announces Two Telephone Halls Today", "2026-07-21", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), will hold two telephone town halls today, reaching 100,000 constituents across Maryland's First District. Congressman Harris' office will dial out to constituents throughout Maryland's First District, from the Eastern Shore to Cecil County, Harford County, and northern Baltimore County.\n\nImportant Details:\n\nTelephone Town Hall 1\n\nDate: Tuesday, July 21, 2026\n\nTime: 5:30-6:30pm\n\nTelephone Town Hall 2\n\nDate: Tuesday, July 21, 2026\n\nTime: 7:00-8:00pm\n\nQuestions about the event can be directed to Congressman Harris' DC office at (202) 225-5311. Constituents who wish to be removed from the call list should contact Congressman Harris's DC office.", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-faa-grant-salisbury-regional-airport-runway", "Congressman Harris Announces FAA Grant for Salisbury Regional Airport Runway Rehabilitation", "2026-07-07", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that the Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport has been awarded a $1,710,000 grant through the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program.\n\nThe grant will fund the final phase of a project to rehabilitate approximately 1,200 feet of Runway 14/32, to maintain the runway's structural integrity and improve its long-term reliability.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:", 1, "2026-07-08T07:27:19Z", "2026-07-08T07:28:28Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-558-million-easton-airport-runway-improvement", "Congressman Harris Announces $5.58 Million for Easton Airport Runway Improvement Project", "2026-07-03", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded $5,580,000 to Easton Airport in Talbot County through the Airport Improvement Program.\n\nThe awards include $3,396,293 for runway paving and expansion of the Runway 4/22 safety area and $2,183,707 for additional runway paving and a 900-foot extension of Runway 4/22. Together, the projects will improve safety and bring the runway into conformity with current FAA standards.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:", 1, "2026-07-04T07:41:55Z", "2026-07-04T07:42:45Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-115-million-gateway-corridor-improvements", "Congressman Harris Announces $1.15 Million for Gateway Corridor Improvements in Cambridge", "2026-07-02", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that the City of Cambridge has been awarded $1,150,000 through the U.S. Department of Transportation to complete final planning and engineering for the Cedar Street Gateway Corridor Multimodal Safety and Resilience Project.\n\nThe funding will support work on the Cedar Street Gateway corridor connecting U.S. Route 50 to downtown Cambridge, including drainage, stormwater, streetscape, and pedestrian and bicycle improvements to reduce flooding and improve safety.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cThe Cedar Street Gateway is an important route into downtown Cambridge, and this investment will modernize the corridor while improving drainage and protecting against future flooding. I'm proud to have helped secure this award and move this project forward.\u201d", 1, "2026-07-03T08:00:00Z", "2026-07-03T08:01:30Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-53-million-faa-investment-ocean-city-municipal", "Congressman Harris Announces $5.3 Million FAA Investment in Ocean City Municipal Airport", "2026-07-02", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris M.D. (MD-01), today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded $5,377,500 to the Town of Ocean City for improvements at Ocean City Municipal Airport.\n\nThe funding will complete the final phase of reconstructing Taxiway A, including 1,650 feet of pavement and lighting. The project completes the reconstruction of 3,850 feet of taxiway pavement that has reached the end of its service life.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"I'm proud to have delivered this funding to complete the reconstruction of Taxiway A at Ocean City Municipal Airport. Completing this project will improve safety and modernize an airport that serves residents, businesses, and visitors across Maryland's Eastern Shore.\"", 1, "2026-07-03T08:00:00Z", "2026-07-03T08:01:30Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-12-million-easton-airport-runway-improvements", "Congressman Harris Announces $1.2 Million for Easton Airport Runway Improvements", "2026-06-30", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $1,212,586 to Easton Airport in Talbot County through the Airport Improvement Grant program.\n\nThe funding will support Phase 5 of a project to extend Runway 4/22 by 900 feet, including runway paving, bringing the airport into compliance with current FAA standards.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"Easton Airport is an important transportation asset for Talbot County and Maryland's First District. Completing this runway extension will improve safety, accommodate a wider range of aircraft, and support the airport's long-term role in serving local businesses, emergency operations, and the region's economy.\"", 1, "2026-07-01T06:34:07Z", "2026-07-01T06:35:35Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-63-million-shore-head-start-programs", "Congressman Harris Announces $6.3 Million for SHORE UP Head Start Programs", "2026-06-23", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) today announced that SHORE UP, Inc. has been awarded $6,299,732 through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Head Start program to provide early childhood education and child development programs across Maryland's First District.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"The earliest years of a child's life are critical to their growth and future development. Through its Head Start and Early Head Start programs, SHORE UP provides early childhood education, developmental services, health screenings, and nutritional support that prepare young children for school and beyond. These programs make a lasting difference for children and families across Maryland's First District.\"", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-applauds-27-million-hhs-award-opioid-use-disorder-research", "Congressman Harris Applauds $2.7 Million HHS Award for Opioid Use Disorder Research in Maryland's First District", "2026-06-17", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) today applauded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for awarding $2,715,203 to Salisbury-based AKYSO Therapeutics LLC to continue research on a new treatment for opioid use disorder.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"As a physician, I've seen how difficult opioid addiction is to overcome and the impact it has on patients, families, and loved ones. This research could help more patients stay in treatment, giving them a better chance at recovery. I thank the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Institute on Drug Abuse for supporting this research, and I'm proud to see it taking place in Maryland's First District.\"", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-applauds-usda-disaster-declaration-maryland-following-april", "Congressman Harris Applauds USDA Disaster Declaration for Maryland Following April Freeze", "2026-06-16", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Secretary Brooke Rollins for approving a Secretarial Disaster Declaration for Maryland following the April 21 spring freeze, which caused significant crop losses across Maryland. The declaration provides eligible producers with access to federal disaster assistance and low-interest emergency loans to help support their recovery.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cThe April freeze was a devastating setback for many of the farmers I represent in Maryland\u2019s First District. I was glad to work with Secretary Brooke Rollins to secure this disaster declaration and provide the relief our producers need. As Chairman of the Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee, I'll continue working directly with USDA to ensure Maryland farmers receive the federal support available as they recover.\"\n\nFarmers and agricultural producers seeking information about the disaster declaration or eligibility for assistance are encouraged to contact USDA at FPAC.BC.Congressional@usda.gov. Congressman Harris's office is also available to help constituents navigate available federal resources.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-urges-doe-protect-marylands-power-supply-and-grid", "Congressman Harris Urges DOE to Protect Maryland's Power Supply and Grid Reliability", "2026-06-09", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) met with Secretary of Energy Chris Wright this morning and also sent him a letter urging the Department of Energy to take action to preserve critical power generation capacity in Maryland and strengthen grid reliability across the PJM region.\n\nIn the letter, Congressman Harris urged Secretary Wright to consider using the Department's authority under Section 202(c) of the Federal Power Act to require the continuous baseload operation of the Brandon Shores and H.A. Wagner generating stations, citing growing concerns about electric reliability and rising energy costs in Maryland. Harris also thanked President Trump for invoking the Defense Production Act to support American coal production and for helping facilitate the restart of the AES Warrior Run power plant in Allegany County, which will help meet growing demand and provide relief to Maryland ratepayers facing higher electricity costs.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"Maryland families and businesses are already paying the price for years of green energy state mandates that have skyrocketed electricity costs, slashed reliable baseload generation, and increased dependence on power from Pennsylvania that uses clean coal and gas. As electricity demand rises, the Brandon Shores and H.A. Wagner generating stations can provide cheap, reliable, clean, affordable power. I am urging Secretary Wright to use every available federal authority to support the return of these generating units to continuous use, and protect Marylanders from skyrocketing electricity costs and brownouts.\"\n\nThe full text of the letter can be viewed here.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-fy27-agriculture-appropriations-bill-delivering-farmers-and-rural", "House Passes FY27 Agriculture Appropriations Bill Delivering for Farmers and Rural America", "2026-06-04", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D., Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration, praised House passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture Appropriations Act.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"America's farmers and ranchers have set the global standard for agricultural productivity, and this legislation secures that success for generations to come. Building on President Trump's and Secretary Rollins' efforts to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse, this bill restores fiscal discipline while directing resources toward protecting livestock and poultry health, advancing agricultural innovation, and modernizing rural infrastructure. I am proud to lead this legislation, which invests in the farmers, watermen, ranchers, and rural communities that power American agriculture\u2014from Maryland's Eastern Shore to agricultural regions across the country.\"\n\nKey Takeaways\n\nChampions U.S. farmers, agriculture, and rural communities by:\n\nContinuing critical investments in agriculture research, rural development loan programs, and animal and plant health programs.\n\nProviding funds to ensure the safety of food, drugs, and medical devices.\n\nEnsuring low-income Americans have access to nutrition programs.\n\nReining in harmful regulations proposed during the Biden Administration that dictate how poultry and livestock producers raise and market their animals.\n\nIncreasing resources for the Food Safety and Inspection Service to fund frontline meat and poultry inspectors and bolster support for state inspection programs.\n\nSupports the Trump Administration and mandate of the American people by:\n\nAligning with the President\u2019s public health priorities by providing $7.1 billion for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to keep food, drugs, and devices safe \u2013 and for initiatives to Make America Healthy Again (MAHA).\n\nDelivering $1.16 billion for the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, which is a priority in the President\u2019s budget to protect American agriculture from foreign pests and diseases.\n\nMaintaining \u201cBuy American\u201d provisions that maximize the federal government\u2019s use of services, goods, products, and materials produced and offered in the United States.\n\nBolsters U.S. national security and border protections by:\n\nAddressing foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land by improving the tracking system of foreign-owned land and adding the Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to review agricultural transactions, including purchases made by China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran.\n\nDirecting USDA to provide transparency into research funding involving foreign governments, including China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran.\n\nIncreasing inspection of foreign drug manufacturing facilities in China and India.\n\nProviding funding for land-grant universities to conduct agricultural research to ensure American producers are better equipped to compete with China.\n\nSafeguards American taxpayer dollars and preserves core functions by:\n\nEliminating funding for the Biden-era Rural Partners Network initiative.\n\nIncluding no funds for climate hubs or climate corps.\n\nA summary of the bill is available here.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-22-million-hhs-award-choptank-community-health", "Congressman Harris Announces $2.2 Million HHS Award for Choptank Community Health System", "2026-05-29", "2026", "2026-05", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced $2,230,582 in funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for Choptank Community Health System in Denton, Maryland, to expand healthcare access in rural communities across Maryland\u2019s Eastern Shore.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cChoptank Community Health System has long been a trusted healthcare provider on Maryland\u2019s Eastern Shore, and I am proud to see this $2.2 million federal award invested in healthcare services across rural Maryland. Many residents live in areas where medical care is not always nearby, and long travel distances can make routine appointments and treatment more difficult. This funding will allow Choptank to serve more patients, increase appointment availability, and keep high-quality healthcare close to home for Eastern Shore families.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-852366-hhs-award-west-cecil-health-center", "Congressman Harris Announces $852,366 HHS Award for West Cecil Health Center", "2026-05-28", "2026", "2026-05", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that West Cecil Health Center in Conowingo, Maryland, received $852,366 through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 Health Center Program to support patient care for rural communities across Cecil County and neighboring areas.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cWest Cecil Health Center is a critical healthcare provider for rural residents across northeastern Maryland, offering primary care, dental services, optometry, pharmacy services, and laboratory testing close to home. I applaud the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for this funding, which will help West Cecil Health Center keep up with growing demand for appointments and medical services throughout the region.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-31-million-hhs-award-eastern-shore-healthcare", "Congressman Harris Announces $3.1 Million HHS Award for Eastern Shore Healthcare Services", "2026-05-24", "2026", "2026-05", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded $3,139,017 through the Health Center Program to Three Lower Counties Community Services, Inc. to support care on Maryland\u2019s Eastern Shore.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cI want to thank the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for investing in healthcare on Maryland\u2019s Eastern Shore and recognizing how important local clinics are for my district. These clinics handle routine checkups, prescription refills, diabetes treatment, and preventative care for patients in Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties. This investment helps keep clinics staffed and appointments available for residents who can already face long drives or limited options for nearby medical care.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-2026-art-competition-winner", "Congressman Harris Announces 2026 Art Competition Winner", "2026-05-08", "2026", "2026-05", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced Angie Webb of Saints Peter and Paul High School as the winner of the First Congressional District of Maryland\u2019s 2026 Congressional Art Competition. Her artwork, \u201cSoaring Eagle,\u201d was selected as this year\u2019s winning submission and will be displayed in the halls of the United States Capitol for one year. Angie will also be honored at the annual Congressional Art Competition reception in Washington, D.C.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cCongratulations to Angie Webb on winning the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. In recognition of this year\u2019s theme celebrating the 250th anniversary of America, \u201cSoaring Eagle\u201d is a powerful piece that reflects the strength, freedom, and spirit of our nation through impressive artistic talent and patriotic imagery. I am proud to have Angie\u2019s artwork represent Maryland\u2019s First District in the halls of the United States Capitol, and I thank all of the students who participated in this year\u2019s competition.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-noaa-recreational-fishing-measures-2026-and-2027", "Congressman Harris Announces NOAA Recreational Fishing Measures for 2026 and 2027 Seasons", "2026-04-30", "2026", "2026-04", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced new recreational fishing management measures issued by NOAA Fisheries for summer flounder, scup, and black sea bass for the 2026 and 2027 fishing seasons.\n\nNOAA finalized the rule on April 29, 2026, with an effective date of April 30, 2026. The agency also implemented a new Recreational Measures Setting process on April 28, 2026, which will guide how recreational fishing limits are set moving forward.\n\nFor 2026 and 2027, NOAA approved the following measures:\n\nScup will remain at current recreational harvest levels.\n\nSummer flounder will continue to be managed through conservation equivalency, allowing Maryland to set state-specific size, season, and possession limits.\n\nBlack sea bass will also be managed through conservation equivalency, with a 20 percent increase in allowable harvest across participating states.\n\nMaryland-specific limits and seasons will be set by state fisheries managers.\n\nNOAA is accepting public comment on the new process through May 28, 2026, and on the 2026 and 2027 recreational measures through May 15, 2026.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cI\u2019m grateful to Assistant Administrator Pi\u00f1eiro Soler and his entire team at NOAA Fisheries for, following my office\u2019s engagement, working to quickly remedy the delay in releasing updated recreational measures for the 2026 season. These new measures will provide much-needed economic certainty to the recreational fishing industry in Ocean City and across the Mid-Atlantic region. Make no mistake, I will always fiercely advocate for Maryland\u2019s treasured fishing community.\u201d\n\nStatement from Sonny Gwin, President of the Worcester County Watermen\u2019s Association:\n\n\u201cWe would like to thank Congressman Andy Harris for his quick response to this issue. This will be a great relief economically for the recreational sector and a chance to go fishing when stocks are abundantly high.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the letter can be viewed here.\n\nNOAA\u2019s announcement can be viewed here.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-06-27T21:43:38Z", "2026-06-27T22:19:40Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-applauds-army-decision-establish-adoc-aberdeen-proving", "Congressman Harris Applauds Army Decision to Establish ADOC at Aberdeen Proving Ground", "2026-04-23", "2026", "2026-04", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) today applauded the U.S. Army\u2019s decision to establish the Army Data Operations Command (ADOC) at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) in Maryland\u2019s First District, after advocating\u2014at the request of the Army Alliance\u2014for APG to serve as the command\u2019s permanent home.\n\nIn a February 24 letter to Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll, Congressman Harris made the case for APG, highlighting its unmatched capabilities to support ADOC\u2019s mission and urging the Army to permanently base the command there.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"ADOC belongs at Aberdeen Proving Ground. This decision puts a critical national security capability in Maryland\u2019s First District, where the expertise and infrastructure already exist to get the job done, and reinforces APG\u2019s role at the forefront of data, cyber, and network operation.\"\n\nFull text of the letter can be viewed here.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-06-24T06:25:30Z", "2026-06-24T06:26:49Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-applauds-decision-extend-10-warthog-through-2030", "Congressman Andy Harris Applauds Decision to Extend A-10 Warthog Through 2030", "2026-04-22", "2026", "2026-04", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) applauded the U.S. Air Force\u2019s decision to preserve the A-10 Thunderbolt II program through 2030, halting more than a decade of efforts to retire the aircraft.\n\nAir Force Secretary Troy E. Meink said the decision preserves combat power as the Defense Industrial Base works to increase combat aircraft production. The A-10 continues to provide critical close air support and direct protection to U.S. troops on the ground.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that the A-10 program is now being extended. The Maryland Guard has extensive experience to bring to the table, and we are in contact with the Office of the Air Force Secretary to urge them to bring A-10s back to Maryland so our airmen can help defend the nation.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-06-18T06:41:00Z", "2026-06-18T06:43:25Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-warns-noaa-delay-threatens-eastern-shore-fisheries-and", "Congressman Harris Warns NOAA Delay Threatens Eastern Shore Fisheries and Local Economy", "2026-04-15", "2026", "2026-04", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, and FDA, sent a letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) raising concerns about a delay in implementing updated recreational fishing measures and the impact on Maryland\u2019s Eastern Shore economy.\n\nThe proposed measures were developed by the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and submitted more than eight months ago. NOAA waited until just three weeks before the start of the recreational fishing season to notify stakeholders they would not be implemented and is now reverting to outdated measures.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cNOAA waited until just weeks before the season to reverse course on these proposed measures, leaving small businesses and watermen on Maryland\u2019s Eastern Shore dealing with the fallout at a critical time.\n\nI\u2019ve heard directly from constituents across the Eastern Shore who are concerned about this delay. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will be reviewing NOAA\u2019s handling of this closely as part of the FY27 funding process. NOAA must act immediately to correct this failure and ensure it does not happen again.\u201d\n\nFull text of the letter can be viewed here.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-06-17T06:49:24Z", "2026-06-17T06:50:53Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-service-academy-information-night-high-school", "Congressman Harris Announces Service Academy Information Night for High School Students", "2026-04-06", "2026", "2026-04", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced that his office will host its first Service Academy Information Night of the year, an in-person event for high school students interested in applying to the nation\u2019s prestigious military academies. The event will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6pm EST at Chesapeake College, located at 1000 College Circle in Wye Mills, Maryland (Room HEC 110).\n\nThe event will provide an overview of the application and nomination process for the nation\u2019s five U.S. Service Academies, including the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy at West Point, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Students will also have the opportunity to ask questions and hear directly from academy representatives.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cThis is an opportunity for high school students in Maryland\u2019s First District to learn about pursuing an appointment to a U.S. Service Academy and a future in military service. These institutions play a critical role in developing our nation\u2019s future military leaders, and students and families should attend this session to learn how to apply and navigate the nomination process.\u201d\n\nTo register for this event or request additional information, please RSVP to MD01Academy@mail.house.gov. Attendance is limited to applicants and their families and is not open to the media.\n\nFor more information, including details on the application process opening in June 2026, please click here.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-06-10T06:36:00Z", "2026-06-10T06:37:32Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-urges-maryland-consider-tsa-screening-partnership-program", "Congressman Harris Urges Maryland to Consider TSA Screening Partnership Program Amid BWI Delays", "2026-03-30", "2026", "2026-03", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris M.D. (MD-01) sent a letter to Maryland Transportation Secretary Katie Thomson urging the state to apply for TSA\u2019s Screening Partnership Program (SPP) following reports of five-hour long wait times at Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI).\n\nThe Screening Partnership Program (SPP) allows airports to use private security contractors under federal oversight while maintaining all TSA standards. Airports in the program, including San Francisco International Airport and Kansas City International Airport, have avoided the severe delays seen at many TSA-run checkpoints, even during funding lapses. As TSA works to rebuild its workforce, SPP offers a proven long-term solution to prevent disruptions at BWI.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cFive-hour security lines at BWI are unacceptable for Marylanders and the millions of travelers who rely on this airport. President Trump\u2019s emergency order to fund TSA agents will ease immediate strain, but restoring full staffing and operations will take time. Airports in the Screening Partnership Program are not experiencing the delays seen at BWI. Maryland should apply now to ensure this does not happen again at BWI.\u201d\n\nFull text of the letter can be viewed here.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-06-05T06:35:23Z", "2026-06-05T06:36:42Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-raises-concerns-over-francis-scott-key-bridge-cost-overruns", "Congressman\u00a0Harris Raises Concerns Over Francis Scott Key Bridge Cost Overruns on Two-Year Anniversary of Collapse", "2026-03-25", "2026", "2026-03", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), released the following statement regarding the two-year anniversary of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse and concerns over rebuilding costs.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"Two years have passed since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge\u2014a tragedy that took six lives and disrupted a vital transportation corridor in Baltimore. As plans for rebuilding lag behind schedule, the scale of the cost overruns is deeply concerning, particularly given that the initial state estimates have been exceeded 3-fold. It is clear this project requires stronger oversight and fiscal accountability. The company responsible for the collapse and its insurers should bear the cost of these damages, not Marylanders or American taxpayers.\"\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-06-02T06:40:38Z", "2026-06-02T06:42:17Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-applauds-1-million-usda-grant-expand-blue-catfish", "Congressman Harris Applauds $1 Million USDA Grant to Expand Blue Catfish Processing in Maryland", "2026-03-19", "2026", "2026-03", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for awarding $1 million through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) to BSA Seafood LLC to expand invasive blue catfish processing in Maryland's First District.\n\nThis investment supports BSA Seafood, LLC of Grasonville, Maryland as it expands its processing capacity by purchasing and installing new equipment at its facility. This will increase the company\u2019s ability to source invasive blue catfish from regional watermen and bring more value-added seafood products to market. The project is expected to remove more than 500,000 pounds of invasive blue catfish from the Chesapeake Bay annually, create 20 full-time jobs, and retain 15 existing positions.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cI\u2019m grateful to USDA and Secretary Rollins for this significant investment to combat invasive blue catfish in the Eastern Shore. This funding gives BSA Seafood the resources to expand blue catfish processing, open new market opportunities, and create good-paying jobs in my district. It directly supports our watermen and seafood processors and turns a growing challenge in the Chesapeake Bay into long-term economic growth for Maryland.\u201d\n\nStatement from Amanda Williams of BSA Seafood:\n\n\u201cWe\u2019re incredibly grateful to receive this funding and excited about the opportunity to continue growing our operations and supporting Maryland\u2019s seafood industry. This investment will allow us to expand our capabilities and create new opportunities in the region. We're grateful to Congressman Harris for his support throughout this process.\"\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-05-29T06:31:28Z", "2026-05-29T06:32:48Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-responds-governor-moores-meatout-day-announcement", "Congressman Harris Responds to Governor Moore\u2019s \u201cMeatOut Day\u201d Announcement", "2026-03-12", "2026", "2026-03", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) released the following statement in response to Governor Wes Moore proclaiming March 20, 2026, as \u201cMeatOut Day in Maryland,\u201d which encourages Marylanders to reduce meat consumption in favor of plant-based diets.\n\nThe Moore Administration is encouraging Marylanders to reduce or eliminate meat consumption in favor of plant-based diets as part of a national campaign led by the Farm Animal Rights Movement (FARM), an advocacy group that promotes eliminating meat from people\u2019s diets through annual outreach campaigns.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cMaryland farmers and watermen have been under siege from the Moore Administration since his first day in office. The mass-covering of farm fields by subsidized and state-mandated solar panels is threatening livestock and poultry production across the state. And now, in the midst of a historically challenging year for Maryland's oyster industry, instead of extending a helping hand to promote \u201cMaryland's Best,\u201d he openly encourages Marylanders to even further cut down their consumption of meat products.\n\nThis is yet another demonstration by \u201cGovernor IDGAF\u201d that he does not care about the Eastern Shore, or any rural communities that rely on these critical industries. Perhaps the Governor needs a reminder of what industries are represented on the State Seal, unless he plans on changing that too.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-05-25T06:37:18Z", "2026-05-25T06:39:23Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-supports-maryland-seafood-processors-opposing-maws-act", "Congressman Harris Supports Maryland Seafood Processors Opposing MAWS Act", "2026-03-12", "2026", "2026-03", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris M.D. (MD-01) issued a statement of support for Maryland Blue Catfish processors who are raising concerns about the proposed Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act, introduced by Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth and co-led by Congressman Robert Wittman.\n\nA coalition of small, family-owned seafood processors recently sent a letter warning the legislation could undermine years of work to build a commercial market for wild-caught blue catfish. The coalition represents every processor of wild-caught blue catfish in the state of Maryland. These businesses are among the only facilities in Maryland processing blue catfish for grocery stores, restaurants, and other seafood markets. According to the coalition's letter, the bill could divert blue catfish away from seafood markets and toward uses like pet food and other byproducts.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cSeafood processors on the Eastern Shore have spent years developing commercial markets for wild-caught blue catfish. Their work helps remove an invasive species from the Chesapeake Bay while supporting watermen, seafood businesses, and local jobs. I was proud to champion an effort that created a new grant program through USDA to support their navigation of a cumbersome federal regulatory process by expanding specialized processing facilities for this wild-caught catfish \u2013 the first grant awards just being announced in recent weeks.\n\nNow is not the time to undercut the great work of these small businesses and existing investments made by the taxpayers by subsidizing the purchase of product suitable for human consumption for the sole benefit of pet-food companies \u2013 especially when these processors are already selling fish byproducts unsuitable for human consumption for the purposes of conversion into pet food. While the MAWS Act may be a well-intentioned proposal to combat the blue-catfish crisis, I cannot support it. I stand with the small business owners raising these concerns and will continue fighting to protect the market they\u2019ve worked so hard to create.\u201d\n\nText of the coalition\u2019s letter is available here.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-05-09T06:00:32Z", "2026-05-09T06:02:31Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/maryland-delegation-members-urge-trump-administration-declare-oyster-fishery", "Maryland Delegation Members Urge Trump Administration to Declare Oyster Fishery Disaster, Deliver Assistance", "2026-02-27", "2026", "2026-02", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, the Maryland Congressional Delegation \u2013 U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks and U.S. Representatives Andy Harris, Steny Hoyer, Kweisi Mfume, Sarah Elfreth, Johnny Olsewski, Jamie Raskin, Glenn Ivey, and April McClain Delaney \u2013 expressed support for the State of Maryland\u2019s request for an evaluation of the Maryland oyster fishery for eligibility for a fishery resource disaster designation, and urged U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick to exercise his authority to approve fishery disaster assistance for the Maryland oyster fishery. In their letter, the lawmakers highlighted the adverse weather and market conditions that watermen have faced this year, resulting in a steep decline in the oyster harvest coupled with a significant drop in oyster prices \u2013 threatening their livelihoods.\n\n\u201cWe write to you as the Maryland Congressional Delegation to urge your favorable consideration of the request from Maryland Governor Wes Moore to conduct an evaluation of the Maryland oyster fishery for eligibility for fishery resource disaster assistance as authorized by the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, as amended by the Fishery Resource Disasters Improvement Act,\u201d Team Maryland began. \u201cGiven recent challenges facing the industry \u2013 including icy conditions due to the unseasonably cold winter season, recent fishery closures resulting from the Potomac River sewage spill, and overall challenging market conditions \u2013 we urge you to declare a fishery disaster and approve fishery resource disaster assistance for the Maryland oyster fishery as soon as possible.\u201d\n\nUnderscoring the harmful consequences of these difficult conditions, the lawmakers wrote, \u201cas compared with a five-year average of commercial landings, data from January of 2026 shows a concerning 44% decline in oyster harvest with continued depressed levels of harvest expected this year, while the dockside value of a bushel of oysters has dropped by 66%.\u201d\n\nRegarding the important role of the oyster industry in Maryland\u2019s economy and culture, they continued, \u201cthe Maryland oyster fishery is of economic importance to the state, with millions of dollars of commercial landings every year that bolster the Maryland food service and tourism economies, while providing critical income for Maryland watermen. Maryland oysters are also a cornerstone of the rich Chesapeake Bay heritage and are a source of pride for the state, underscoring the importance of the continued operation of the commercial oyster fishery.\u201d", 1, "2026-05-01T06:06:26Z", "2026-05-01T06:08:22Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-launch-2026-congressional-art-competition", "Congressman Harris Announces Launch of 2026 Congressional Art Competition", "2026-02-24", "2026", "2026-02", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) is pleased to announce that the 2026 Congressional Art Competition is now open for submissions.\n\nThe annual competition highlights the creativity of high school artists nationwide and is sponsored by the U.S. House of Representatives. Students from Maryland\u2019s First Congressional District are invited to participate. One winner from each district is selected to have their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year. Since the program began in 1982, more than 650,000 students have entered the competition.\n\nFor full competition guidelines and the student release forms, please visit Congressman Harris\u2019 website at Harris.House.Gov. Go to the \u201cServices\u201d tab at the top of the screen and click on \u201cArt Competition.\u201d Artwork can be submitted to any of our district offices on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays. Please call one of the offices listed below to schedule a time to drop off your artwork.\n\nBel Air District Office \u2013 (410) 588-5670\n\nSalisbury District Office \u2013 (443) 944-8624\n\nOr contact Art Competition Staff to coordinate pickup by emailing MD01Art@mail.house.gov\n\nThe deadline for submissions is Friday, April 24, 2026.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-24T05:51:25Z", "2026-04-24T05:53:00Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-sends-letter-urging-noaa-declare-economic-fishery-disaster", "Congressman Harris Sends Letter Urging NOAA to Declare Economic Fishery Disaster and Deliver Immediate Relief to Maryland Oystermen", "2026-02-04", "2026", "2026-02", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) sent a letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) requesting that the agency declare an economic fishery disaster to provide immediate assistance to Maryland oystermen following this year\u2019s devastating season. The request was made under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, which authorizes federal emergency relief for fisheries affected by natural or economic disasters.\n\nCongressman Harris sent the letter in response to outreach from members of Maryland\u2019s Eastern Shore delegation requesting federal assistance as local watermen face mounting economic strain driven by severe weather, reduced market access, and increased competition.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cSevere weather this year, combined with shrinking market access and increased competition, left many crews effectively tied to the dock, with watermen able to fish for just one or two days all season. These pressures threaten both livelihoods and a major sector of the Eastern Shore economy. For that reason, I am urging NOAA to approve a federal disaster declaration because immediate disaster relief is necessary to help watermen recover from the financial losses caused by this season.\u201d\n\nFull text of the letter can be viewed here.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-23T05:48:52Z", "2026-04-23T05:50:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-calls-governor-wes-moore-stop-censoring-speech-official", "Congressman Harris Calls on Governor Wes Moore to Stop Censoring Speech on Official Government Social Media Accounts", "2026-01-29", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), is calling on Governor Wes Moore to stop deleting posts and public comments from official government social media accounts. In April 2018, a federal court ruling in the ACLU\u2019s case against former Governor Larry Hogan established that official government social media accounts open to public comment are protected public forums under the First Amendment.\n\nThe 2018 settlement in the ACLU\u2019s case against former Governor Larry Hogan required the Governor\u2019s office to implement new social media guidelines that prohibit viewpoint discrimination, expand public access to official platforms, create an additional forum for constituent engagement, establish procedures to contest restrictions on access, and apply these standards across all official social media accounts.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"Why is \u2018the most transparent administration ever\u2019 deleting Facebook posts on an official account? Could it be that presidential candidate Wes Moore didn\u2019t like the comments? Deleting posts or blocking on official accounts is illegal. The ACLU sued Governor Hogan over this issue. Is the ACLU going to sue Wes Moore? I doubt it. But maybe we will. I\u2019d love to see those comments on his partisan redistricting scheme.\"\n\nFor more information, please click on the link here.\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-16T05:48:36Z", "2026-04-16T05:50:08Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-delivers-8-million-upgrade-eastern-shore-freight-rail-lines", "Congressman Harris Delivers $8 Million to Upgrade Eastern Shore Freight Rail Lines", "2026-01-23", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) delivered $8 million in federal funding for the Enhancing Eastern Shore Freight Rail Growth and Reliability Project, a high-priority infrastructure initiative to repair and upgrade the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) Centreville 9 and Chestertown freight rail lines in Kent and Queen Anne\u2019s Counties.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cReliable freight rail service on the Eastern Shore is critical to the economic success of businesses across Maryland\u2019s First District. I\u2019m proud to have delivered this federal funding, which will allow MDOT to address overdue maintenance and repairs on these lines, improve reliability, and reduce the risk of future track shutdowns that disrupt local businesses.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-delivers-9-million-middle-river-volunteer-fire-rescue", "Congressman Harris Delivers $9 Million to Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company for New Fire Station and Equipment", "2026-01-23", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced that he delivered $9 million through the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation appropriations bill to upgrade the Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company in Baltimore County, including the construction of a fire station and the purchase of a new ladder truck.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cOur volunteer firefighters are on the front lines every day protecting families, homes, and businesses in Baltimore County. This investment will give the Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company the modern facilities and equipment it needs to respond quickly and safely when every second counts. It was my honor to deliver this funding for Maryland\u2019s First District.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-11T05:33:44Z", "2026-04-11T05:34:52Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-addresses-maryland-snap-payment-error-rate-allegations", "Congressman Harris Addresses Maryland SNAP Payment Error Rate Allegations", "2026-01-14", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration, is concerned that Maryland officials may have not done all they could to lower the Payment Error Rate in the Maryland SNAP program. Since hard-earned federal taxpayer dollars are concerned, the whistleblower allegations should be taken seriously and investigated at the state and federal level.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\"I appreciated meeting with USDA\u2019s Inspector General John Walk today to discuss my concerns with Maryland\u2019s SNAP payment error rate and specifically the related allegation that State officials intentionally left payment errors unaddressed to delay legal penalties. Inspector General Walk appreciated the concerns I raised and committed to looking into the allegations for any appropriate actions, including any potential criminal actions.\"\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-secures-135-million-crisfield-fire-station-and-emergency", "Congressman Harris Secures $1.35 Million for Crisfield Fire Station and Emergency Shelter", "2026-01-14", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), delivered $1,357,500 in federal funding for the Crisfield Fire Station and Emergency Shelter, strengthening emergency response capabilities and improving public safety during severe weather events.\n\nThe funding will support the design and construction of a new Crisfield Fire Station, which will also serve as an emergency shelter. The project will help reduce the need for post-storm rescues and improve emergency response during severe weather events.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cCrisfield and the surrounding Somerset County area face severe weather and flooding far too often. This investment will improve emergency response, protect first responders, and give residents a safe place to shelter when storms threaten the community.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-delivers-45-million-replace-trappe-volunteer-fire-company", "Congressman Harris Delivers $4.5 Million to Replace Trappe Volunteer Fire Company Firehouse", "2026-01-13", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), delivered $4.5 million in funding through the Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture appropriations bill to replace the Trappe Volunteer Fire Company\u2019s aging firehouse.\n\nThe funding will replace the aging 1951 firehouse with a new single-story, pre-engineered facility that improves firefighter safety, strengthens emergency response capabilities, and better protects the Trappe community.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cTrappe\u2019s volunteer firefighters put themselves on the line every day for their community. A new firehouse will give these firefighters the space and equipment they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. I\u2019m proud to deliver this funding for the residents of Talbot County and the volunteer firefighters who provide this essential service.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-delivers-40-million-new-dredging-vessel-strengthen-maryland", "Congressman Harris Delivers $40 Million for New Dredging Vessel to Strengthen Maryland Navigation Channels", "2026-01-12", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced $40 million in FY26 Energy and Water Development funding for a new shallow-draft dredging vessel for East Coast navigation channels. The funding addresses sediment buildup that has limited vessel access in Maryland and other heavily used East Coast waterways.\n\nThe FY26 appropriations bill includes language authored by Congressman Harris requiring the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to use the $40 million provided to replace Dredge Currituck. Dredge Currituck is one of only two shallow-draft dredges in the Corps\u2019 fleet and has no private-sector equivalent. Replacing Dredge Currituck will restore dredging capacity needed to maintain navigation channels and reduce hazards caused by sediment buildup along the East Coast, including in Maryland.\n\nThe legislation also allocates more than $375 million for coastal storm protection and beach management projects nationwide, supporting shoreline maintenance and protecting coastal communities from erosion and storm impacts.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to have led a bipartisan effort among 15 Members of Congress from coastal states to secure $40 million and put the necessary language in the bill to address a critical gap in the Army Corps\u2019 dredging capacity. The aging Dredge Currituck has required frequent maintenance, limiting the Corps\u2019 ability to maintain navigation channels. As Senator Ben Cardin prepared to leave office, he urged me to see this long-delayed project through to completion. It was my honor to deliver the funding to replace Dredge Currituck with a new dredging vessel serving Maryland and the East Coast. I look forward to working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to support the timely delivery and placement into service of the new vessel.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-2-million-swan-meadows-water-and-sewer-public", "Congressman Harris Announces $2 Million for Swan Meadows Water and Sewer Public Infrastructure Project", "2026-01-09", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced $2,000,000 in federal funding for the Swan Meadows Water and Sewer Public Infrastructure Project in Aberdeen. The City of Aberdeen will administer the funding to replace aging and deteriorating water and sewer infrastructure in the Swan Meadows neighborhood.\n\nThe project will replace critical water and sewer lines that are more than 80 years old and increasingly prone to failure. These upgrades are necessary to maintain reliable service, reduce the risk of system breakdowns, and protect public health in one of Aberdeen\u2019s underserved communities.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cWater and sewer infrastructure in Swan Meadows has far exceeded its intended lifespan, and residents have been dealing with ongoing system failures for years. It was my honor to secure this funding to replace those systems and bring the neighborhood\u2019s infrastructure up to modern standards.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-255-million-newark-water-treatment-plant", "Congressman Harris Announces $2.55 Million for Newark Water Treatment Plant Replacement Project", "2026-01-09", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced $2,550,000 in federal funding secured through the Fiscal Year 2026 Energy and Water Development appropriations bill for Worcester County\u2019s Newark Water Treatment Plant Replacement Project.\n\nThe funding allows for the replacement of the existing water treatment plant, upgrading treatment capacity and meeting current water quality standards.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cWorcester County\u2019s water treatment system must be updated to meet today\u2019s standards. This investment allows the Newark Water Treatment Plant Replacement Project to move forward, replacing an outdated facility and improving drinking water quality for Worcester County residents.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-32-million-north-east-river-dredging-project", "Congressman Harris Announces $3.2 Million for North East River Dredging Project in Cecil County", "2026-01-09", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced $3,200,000 in federal funding for the North East River Dredging Project, provided through the Energy & Water Development appropriations bill to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers \u2013 Baltimore District, to support critical dredging efforts along the North East River in Cecil County, Maryland.\n\nThe funding will support dredging in the North East River to remove sediment buildup that has restricted navigation and created safety challenges for commercial and recreational vessels in Cecil County. The project will restore navigability and support ongoing maritime and economic activity in the region.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cFor years, sediment buildup has made it harder and less safe to navigate the North East River. I\u2019m proud to have secured this dredging funding for Cecil County, allowing sediment removal to move forward and restore safe access for boaters, businesses, and the communities that depend on this waterway.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-delivers-4785000-slaughter-creek-dredging-project", "Congressman Harris Delivers $4,785,000 for Slaughter Creek Dredging Project", "2026-01-09", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced $4,785,000 in federal funding for the Slaughter Creek Dredging Project in Slaughter Creek, Maryland, secured through the Energy & Water Development appropriations bill for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.\n\nSlaughter Creek has faced long-standing navigation challenges, with reduced channel depth limiting access for commercial and recreational vessels. This funding allows long-delayed dredging to move forward and improve navigation.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cWhen waterways like Slaughter Creek become difficult to navigate, it directly affects the people and businesses that rely on them. This funding allows long-delayed dredging to move forward and restore reliable access for commercial and recreational vessels.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-secures-195-million-modernize-rolling-mill-finished-water", "Congressman Harris Secures $1.95 Million to Modernize Rolling Mill Finished Water Pump Station in North East", "2026-01-09", "2026", "2026-01", "Republican", "House", "MD", "Andy Harris", "H001052", "harris.house.gov", "harris", "https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced $1,950,000 in federal funding secured through the Fiscal Year 2026 Energy and Water Development appropriations bill for the Town of North East in Cecil County to modernize the aging Rolling Mill Finished Water Pump Station.\n\nThe funding will allow for the relocation and replacement of the Rolling Mill Finished Water Pump Station, which has reached the end of its useful life. The project will reduce risk to the town\u2019s drinking water system and bring the facility up to modern standards.\n\nStatement from Congressman Harris:\n\n\u201cThe Rolling Mill pump station is an aging piece of infrastructure in North East, Maryland, that needs to be addressed. I\u2019m proud to have delivered this investment through the appropriations process to reduce the risk of drinking water service interruptions and strengthen the reliability of the town\u2019s water system.\u201d\n\nFor media inquiries, please contact Michella Carter at Michella.Carter@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"]], "truncated": false, "filtered_table_rows_count": 51, "expanded_columns": [], "expandable_columns": [], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "units": {}, "query": {"sql": "select url, title, date, year, month, party, chamber, state, member_name, bioguide_id, domain, scraper, source, date_source, text, has_text, collected_at, updated_at from releases where \"party\" = :p0 and \"state\" = :p1 and \"year\" = :p2 order by date desc limit 101", "params": {"p0": "Republican", "p1": "MD", "p2": "2026"}}, "facet_results": {"party": {"name": "party", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Republican&state=MD&year=2026", "results": [{"value": "Republican", "label": "Republican", "count": 51, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?state=MD&year=2026", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "chamber": {"name": "chamber", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Republican&state=MD&year=2026", "results": [{"value": "House", "label": "House", "count": 51, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Republican&state=MD&year=2026&chamber=House", "selected": false}], "truncated": false}, "state": {"name": "state", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Republican&state=MD&year=2026", "results": [{"value": "MD", "label": "MD", "count": 51, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Republican&year=2026", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "year": {"name": "year", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Republican&state=MD&year=2026", "results": [{"value": "2026", "label": "2026", "count": 51, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Republican&state=MD", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}}, "suggested_facets": [], "next": null, "next_url": null, "private": false, "allow_execute_sql": true, "query_ms": 217.00413431972265, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}