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| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-125000-substance-abuse-grant-worcester-county | Harris Announces $125,000 Substance Abuse Grant in Worcester County | 2019-12-30 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $125,000 grant to treat and prevent substance abuse in Worcester County. The grant is through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the funds will be administered by the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention. The $125,000 federal grant is to Mosaic Community Services, Inc., located in Pocomoke City, for the Berlin Prevention Works Coalition for Drugs and Alcohol-Free Communities. The Center for Substance Abuse Prevention works with federal, state, public and private organizations to develop comprehensive prevention systems. The Center helps prevent the onset of illegal drug use, prescription drug misuse and abuse, alcohol misuse and abuse, and underage alcohol and tobacco use. Congressman Harris made the following statement: "Fighting the opioid epidemic remains a top priority for me in Congress. As a physician, I am proud to serve on the Committee on Appropriations subcommittee that funds the Department of Health and Human Services, and I applaud the award of this HHS grant in Worcester County. Congress should prioritize efforts to fight substance abuse over partisan politics, and I am committed to ensuring that local, rural communities on the Eastern Shore get needed resources to help afflicted families. The impact of substance abuse extends beyond individuals – this is a family and community-wide crisis. It is my hope that this federal investment in the Eastern Shore will help people get treatment and prevent addiction." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-new-trade-agreement-mexico-and-canada | Harris Statement on New Trade Agreement with Mexico and Canada | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) today voted in favor of President Trump's new trade agreement with Mexico and Canada. Rep. Harris made the following statement: "I congratulate President Trump for delivering on a key campaign promise to help American workers by re-negotiating bad trade deals from the past. This new trade agreement with Mexico and Canada was badly needed because NAFTA was outdated and resulted in millions of American jobs leaving the country, especially to Mexico. This new agreement is especially great for our farmers and poultry growers in the First Congressional District." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-impeachment | Harris Statement on Impeachment | 2019-12-18 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) today voted against impeaching the President of the United States. Only members of the Democrat Party voted in favor of impeaching President Trump to remove him from office, which passed the House of Representatives. The vote against impeachment was bipartisan. The issue next moves to the Senate for consideration, where a two-thirds majority vote is required for a conviction. Rep. Harris made the following statement: "Today was a sad day for our republic and for our Constitution. Congress passed the articles of impeachment on a purely partisan vote by Democrats – with no support from any Republicans and, in fact, opposition from some fair-minded Democrats. This proves that this sham impeachment was a politically motivated attempt to remove President Trump from office despite the votes of 63 million Americans in the last election. When the President was elected, radical liberals immediately objected to his election and referred to themselves as "the resistance." Then they claimed the President colluded with Russia – until the Mueller report definitively ended that charade. Now they claimed he abused power by rightfully trying to investigate potential corruption involving over a million dollars in payments made to Hunter Biden, and blatant attempts by the previous Ukrainian government to influence our 2016 election. As to the actual articles of impeachment, as Professor Turley testified two weeks ago, the only abuse of power is by the radical Democrat House majority, which made a mockery of impeachment by proceeding without substantial evidence. As to obstruction of Congress, all Presidents have claimed executive privilege, and even President Obama's own Attorney General Eric Holder refused to answer House subpoenas during the Fast and Furious investigation that he claimed infringed on executive privilege. Since Speaker Pelosi couldn't even get all her House Democrats to vote for impeachment, much less any Republicans, it is clear that the Senate will, and should, vo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-articles-impeachment | Harris Statement on Articles of Impeachment | 2019-12-13 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) responded to the House Judiciary Committee's approval of 2 charges of impeachment today. Congressman Harris made the following statement: "The articles of impeachment passed on a purely partisan vote by the Democrats prove what a partisan stunt this impeachment sham really is. The only abuse of power, as Professor Turley testified last week, is on the part of the House majority pursuing impeachment with no basis in fact. As to obstruction of Congress, even President Obama's own Attorney General Eric Holder refused to answer House subpoenas that he claimed infringed on executive privilege. Where was the outrage then from the Democrats, or their calls for impeachment?" | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-state-reconsideration-offshore-wind-projects | Harris Statement on State Reconsideration of Offshore Wind Projects | 2019-12-13 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) responded to today's decision by the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) granting Ocean City's petition to reconsider the U.S. Wind and Skipjack offshore wind projects. The PSC will reconsider the use of Maryland taxpayer subsidies for the projects. Congressman Harris made the following statement: "The view of dozens of giant wind turbines in these proposed projects from the beach in Ocean City undermines our local economy. I commend the decision of the Maryland Public Service Commission to reconsider spending tax dollars of hard-working Marylanders to pay subsidies for both the US Wind and Skipjack offshore wind projects. Both of these projects, developed by foreign companies, now include proposals to install giant 853 foot tall wind turbines off Maryland's coast – windmills that are nearly three times taller than those originally proposed and originally approved several years ago by the Commission. I share the concerns of the residents of Ocean City, which in addition to having to see larger unsightly towers with their flashing red aviation warning lights, also include negative effects on fishing, marine safety, tourism, and property values. These projects as now proposed with much larger windmills need to be stopped until all the local concerns can be dealt with, if that is even possible. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-more-270000-renewable-energy-awards-eastern-shore-small | Harris Announces More Than $270,000 in Renewable Energy Awards to Eastern Shore Small Businesses and Farms | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced more than $270,000 in awards through the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Office of Rural Development. The grants will be administered through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). The following businesses and farmers received awards on the Eastern Shore of Maryland for the installation of solar arrays and improvements in energy efficiency: $118,000 for the Samuel Parker family farm in Wicomico County, $46,225 for R&R Aquafarms, LLC in Caroline County, $44,541 for Teddy Bear Fresh Produce, LLC in Talbot County, and $61,250 for the Flintrock Corporation in Queen Anne's County. The projects will save enough electricity to power 84 homes. According to the USDA, "REAP funding can be used for renewable energy systems such as anaerobic digesters, biomass, geothermal, hydropower, wind and solar. It also can be used to make energy efficiency improvements to heating, ventilation and cooling systems; insulation; and lighting and refrigeration." Congressman Harris made the following statement: "Energy conservation is important to the health of the environment and our economy. As a member of the Agriculture and Rural Development Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the investment of these federal funds on the Eastern Shore. I will continue working to ensure that our small towns and rural communities receive help to grow and thrive with modern technologies. These awards will save energy, reduce electricity bills, and help make the Eastern Shore more economically competitive." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-23-million-grant-head-start-serving-rural-maryland | Harris Announces $2.3 Million Grant for Head Start Serving Rural Maryland | 2019-12-02 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $2,369,024 grant for the Maryland Rural Development Corporation, serving Harford, Cecil and Caroline counties. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Administration for Children & Families. The funds will be distributed through the Head Start program. Head Start programs promote school readiness of children from birth to age 5 from low-income families. According to the Office of Head Start, programs "offer a variety of service models, depending on the needs of the local community. Many Head Start and Early Head Start programs are based in centers and schools." Services include early learning, children's health and family well-being. Maryland Rural Development Corporation is a private non-profit organization that provides services in response to the needs of rural, low-income households and communities. MRDC provides Head Start programs in Harford, Cecil and Caroline counties. Congressman Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Appropriations Subcommittee that funds the Department of Health and Human Services, I applaud the award of this grant to support Head Start programs in rural Maryland. These funds will provide support to low-income families and their children in our local rural communities, and I remain committed to ensuring that rural services get needed federal assistance." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-more-million-dollars-grants-mass-transit-eastern-shore | Harris Announces More than a Million Dollars in Grants for Mass Transit on the Eastern Shore | 2019-11-20 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $850,000 grant for Shore Transit, serving Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties, and a $248,000 grant for Delmarva Community Services, serving Kent, Caroline, Talbot and Dorchester counties. The grants were awarded by the Department of Transportation. According to the Department of Transportation, the grants will assist in the financing of buses and bus facilities capital projects, including replacing, rehabilitating, purchasing or leasing buses or related equipment, and rehabilitating, purchasing, constructing or leasing bus-related facilities. Congressman Harris made the following statement: "Transportation is important to economic growth on the Eastern Shore. As a member of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of these grants for transit programs in our local communities and will continue to work to ensure that rural towns are not forgotten." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-18-million-grant-choptank-community-health-system | Harris Announces $1.8 Million Grant to Choptank Community Health System | 2019-11-19 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $1,828,263 federal grant to Choptank Community Health System, Inc., located in Denton. The funds were awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services through the Health Center Cluster program. According to the Health Resources and Services Administration, an agency under HHS, the Health Center Cluster Program is aimed at delivering "high quality, culturally competent, comprehensive primary care, as well as supportive services such as health education, translation, and transportation that promote access to health care." Congressman Harris made the following statement: "As a physician, I am particularly concerned about access to quality health care in our rural communities. I applaud the award of these federal funds, and as a member of the Appropriations subcommittee that funds the Department of Health and Human Services, I understand these are important investments in the health and well-being of Maryland families on the Eastern Shore." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-71-million-water-and-environmental-grants-dorchester-and | Harris Announces $7.1 Million in Water and Environmental Grants in Dorchester and Talbot County | 2019-11-19 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $5,831,000 grant for the towns of Secretary and East New Market in Dorchester County and $1,278,000 for Talbot County. The grants were awarded through the Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of Rural Development. According to USDA, the grant in Dorchester County "will be used to upgrade the Twin Cities' wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) for enhanced nutrient removal. This upgrade will correct a health and sanitary problem at the existing treatment plant due to its deteriorating condition and inability to meet upcoming permit effluent limitations. The WWTP is shared by the towns of Secretary and East New Market located in Dorchester County, Md." USDA specified that the grant in Talbot County "will be used to provide additional funding to improve the St. Michaels wastewater collection system. The project will replace part of the sewer collection system and rehabilitate sections of the sewer system where the structural integrity of the pipe remains in St. Michaels." Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Agriculture Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of these federal grants in Dorchester County and Talbot County. Clean water is essential to public health and a healthy Chesapeake Bay, and as a physician I understand how important these projects are to our families and rural communities on the Eastern Shore. These federal investments help sustain our rural towns and our way of life, and I will continue to support common-sense projects that protect and improve water quality on the Eastern Shore." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-grant-low-income-housing-kent-county | Harris Announces Grant for Low Income Housing in Kent County | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $39,784 federal grant to Rebuilding Together, located in Chestertown. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of Rural Development. Rebuilding Together Kent County is a local affiliate of Rebuilding Together, the nation's largest volunteer home repair and rehabilitation organization. The program utilizes donated building materials and volunteer time to repair and rehabilitate the houses of low-income homeowners who are elderly, disabled and/or families with children. The funds will be administered through the Housing Preservation Grants program. According to USDA, the grant will specifically be used "to repair and rehabilitate the homes of low and very-low income residents in Kent County, Maryland. These funds will enable Rebuilding Together Kent County MD, Inc. to offer low income homeowners grants and/or low interest loans for critical home repair projects designed to improve their living conditions. Because of this investment, homes repaired will be able to meet current property and safety standards." Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Agriculture Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of this federal grant to a rural affiliate of Rebuilding Together here in the First District. I appreciate their efforts to improve living conditions for the elderly, the disabled and low-income families, and this federal investment will help our local communities on the Eastern Shore. I understand rural America needs these investments to better care for families in need of assistance, and I am committed to supporting our local rural communities." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-over-13-million-grants-firefighters | Rep. Harris Announces over $1.3 Million in Grants to Firefighters | 2019-11-05 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced over $1.3 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency grants to local fire departments in the First Congressional District. The grants were awarded through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG) and the Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response Grant Program (SAFER). According to FEMA, "the primary goal of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant is to meet the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and nonaffiliated emergency medical service organizations. Since 2001, AFG has helped firefighters and other first responders obtain critically needed equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training and other resources necessary for protecting the public and emergency personnel from fire and related hazards." Additionally, "The Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grants was created to provide funding directly to fire departments and volunteer firefighter interest organizations to help them increase or maintain the number of trained, "front line" firefighters available in their communities. The goal of SAFER is to enhance the local fire departments' abilities to comply with staffing, response and operational standards established by the National Fire Protection Association." Specific grant allocations are listed below: Assistance to Firefighters Grants Water Witch Fire Company (Cecil County); $407,142.85 Queenstown Volunteer Fire Company (Queen Anne's County); $169,809.52 Denton Volunteer Fire Company (Caroline County); $228,928.57 Crisfield Fire Department (Somerset County); $200,000 Abingdon Volunteer Fire Company (Harford County); $49,749.09 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grants United Communities Volunteer Fire Department (Queen Anne's County); $335,000 Congressman Harris made the following statement: "As a physician, I particularly appreciate the emergency services provided by our local first responders. These men and women save lives, and as a member of the Appropr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-andy-harris-hold-three-town-halls-first-district | Rep. Andy Harris to Hold Three Town Halls in First District | 2019-11-04 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced three upcoming local town halls, November 6 in Carroll County and November 7 in Kent County and Cecil County. The Town Halls are free, open to the public, and include an extensive question and answer session with the Congressman. Topics of discussion will cover a wide variety of issues of interest to constituents, including gun control proposals and 2nd Amendment Rights, health care, and impeachment proceedings. Town Hall information: Wednesday, November 6th 6:30-7:30 PM Gamber & Community Fire Company Social Hall 3838 Niner Rd, Finksburg, MD 21048 Thursday, November 7th 5:30-6:30 PM Galena Volunteer Fire Department 90 E Cross St, Galena, MD 21635 7:30-8:30 PM North East VFW Post 6027 815 Turkey Point Rd, North East, MD 21901 | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-impeachment-vote | Harris Statement on Impeachment Vote | 2019-10-31 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) released the following statement regarding the vote held today in the House of Representatives on H. Res. 660, to continue the hearings on the impeachment of President Trump. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "I am certainly not voting to justify the continuation of Soviet-style secret hearings orchestrated behind closed doors to impeach the President. This is a sham – a fig leaf that fails to cover up an illegitimate hyper-partisan inquiry." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:39:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-four-local-grants-prevent-youth-substance-abuse | Harris Announces Four Local Grants to Prevent Youth Substance Abuse | 2019-10-30 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of four federal grants totaling half a million dollars to local coalitions to prevent youth substance abuse. The Grants awarded $125,000 each to: Cecil County for the Cecil County Drug-Free Communities Coalition. Bayshore Community Counseling Services, Inc. in Crisfield for the Crisfield Community Prevention Works Drug Free Coalition. 360 Degree Development Institute, Inc. in Pocomoke for the Somerset Prevention Works Drug Free Coalition. Community Services and Research Center in Pocomoke for the Pocomoke City Drug Free Coalition. The White House Office of National Drug Control Policy awarded the grants through the Drug-Free Communities Support Program. This program provides grants to community coalitions to strengthen the infrastructure among local partners to create and sustain a reduction in local youth substance use. Recognizing that local problems need local solutions, funded coalitions engage multiple sectors of the community and employ a variety of environmental strategies to address local substance use problems. Coalitions are comprised of community leaders, parents, youth, teachers, religious and fraternal organizations, healthcare and business professionals, law enforcement, and media. By involving the community in a solution-oriented approach, the program also helps those youth at risk for substance use recognize that the majority of our Nation's youth choose not to use drugs. The Drug Free Communities Support Program is a matching federal grant where each community provides a minimum of a one-to-one match in local funding for each federal dollar awarded, effectively doubling the government investment. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "These grants help address a critical need in our communities – preventing youth addiction and substance abuse. As a member of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of these federal grants from the White House Office of the Drug Czar. Our families and local communitie… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:39:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-grant-low-income-housing-eastern-shore | Harris Announces Grant for Low Income Housing on Eastern Shore | 2019-10-25 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $79,784 federal grant to SHORE UP! Inc., located in Salisbury. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of Rural Development. SHORE UP! is a private, non-profit Community Action Partnership that has been serving the Eastern Shore for over 45 years. According to SHORE UP!, their main focus is to help people reach economic self-sufficiency. SHORE UP is an acronym for "Self-Help on Rural Economics and Urban Problems." The funds will be administered through the Housing Preservation Grants program. According to USDA, the grant will specifically be used "to repair and rehabilitate the homes of low and very-low income residents in Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset Counties in Maryland. Funds will enable Shore Up!, Inc. to offer low income homeowners grants and/or low interest loans for critical home repair projects designed to improve their living conditions. Because of this investment, homes repaired will then meet current property and safety standards." Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Agriculture Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of this federal grant to SHORE UP!. I appreciate their efforts to help people become economically self-sufficient, and this federal investment will help families and local communities on the Eastern Shore. I understand rural America needs these investments to grow and thrive, and I am committed to supporting our local communities." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:39:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-grant-hurlock-police-department | Harris Announces Grant for Hurlock Police Department | 2019-10-18 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $12,550 federal grant to the town of Hurlock, located in Dorchester County. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of Rural Development. The funds will be administered through the Community Facilities Direct Loans and Grants program. According to USDA, "this program provides affordable funding to develop essential community facilities in rural areas." Essential facilities include public safety services such as fire departments, police stations, prisons, police vehicles, fire trucks, public works vehicles or equipment. The grant will specifically be used to purchase a police vehicle for the Hurlock Police Department. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Agriculture Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of this federal grant to the Hurlock Police Department. The brave men and women who patrol our streets and keep us safe from crime deserve the tools and transportation required to get the job done. Our health and safety is a top priority, and as a physician, I particularly appreciate our first-responders and the timely assistance they provide in rural towns on the Eastern Shore." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:39:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-supports-censure-chairman-schiff | Harris Supports Censure of Chairman Schiff | 2019-10-16 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) is a cosponsor of a resolution (H. Res. 630) to censure Rep. Adam Schiff, Chairman of the Select Committee on Intelligence. Chairman Schiff is pursuing an impeachment strategy and taking testimony in closed-door sessions that are not open to the public. Even Members of Congress not on the designated committees are barred from being present at the hearings or even reviewing the transcript or testimony of Committee proceedings. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "Constituents in the three town hall meetings I held this week want to know if any evidence at all exists for impeachment. I came to Washington to find out, and was surprised to learn that not all Members of Congress are allowed to attend the hearings, or even to access the testimony and transcripts of these secret impeachment proceedings. Holding these hearings behind closed doors, at the insistence of Chairman Schiff, is unacceptable. Soviet-style secret trials should never be acceptable in America. There is no reason not to have full transparency unless something is being hidden. That is why I support the resolution to censure Rep. Schiff. Impeachment proceedings must be a fair and open process. Every American deserves a fair shake. As far as I can tell, there is no evidence that justifies distracting Congress from important issues of concern to the public, like reducing the high cost of prescription drugs, solving the opioid crisis, securing the border, and keeping the economy strong." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:39:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-two-grants-eastern-shore-entrepreneurs | Harris Announces Two Grants for Eastern Shore Entrepreneurs | 2019-10-11 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of two federal grants for entrepreneurs on the Eastern Shore: A $40,530 grant to the Eastern Shore Entrepreneurship Center in Easton and a $96,039 grant to Maryland Capital Enterprises, Inc. in Salisbury. The grants were awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of Rural Development. The funds will be dispersed through the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program. According to the USDA, the grants "will be used to provide business based training and technical assistance to rural microenterprises and microentrepreneurs in rural Maryland (Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico and Worcester counties). Technical assistance efforts are intended to promote small business growth and development in rural communities, leading to job creation and jobs saved." Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "Small business and innovative entrepreneurs are crucial to our local economy and job growth on the Eastern Shore. As a member of the Agriculture Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the investment of these federal funds in entrepreneurs on the Eastern Shore. I will continue to work to protect and sustain our way of life in rural Maryland." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:39:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-federal-assistance-awarded-dorchester-county | Harris Announces Federal Assistance Awarded in Dorchester County | 2019-10-09 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $5,831,000 federal grant for the Twin Cities wastewater treatment plant, shared by the towns of Secretary and East New Market located in Dorchester County. The funds were awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of Rural Development. The grant will be accompanied by a loan of $1,149,000. The award will be used to upgrade the wastewater treatment plant for enhanced nutrient removal. According to USDA, it will "correct a health and sanitary problem at the existing treatment plant due to its deteriorating condition and inability to meet upcoming permit effluent limitations." Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Agriculture Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the investment of these federal funds on the Eastern Shore. This grant will help protect the environment and the Chesapeake Bay and supplement limited local resources. I understand this type of investment is needed to sustain our rural communities." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:39:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-andy-harris-hold-three-town-halls-eastern-shore | Rep. Andy Harris to Hold Three Town Halls on Eastern Shore | 2019-10-08 | 2019 | 2019-10 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced three upcoming local town halls, October 13 in Caroline County and Talbot County and October 14 in Worcester County. The Town Halls are free, open to the public, and include an extended question and answer session with the Congressman. Topics of discussion will cover a wide variety of issues of interest to constituents, including gun control proposals and 2nd Amendment Rights, health care, and impeachment proceedings. Town Hall information: Sunday, October 13 2:00-3:00 PM Greensboro Volunteer Fire Company Community Hall 13781 Greensboro Road Greensboro, MD 21639 6:30-7:30 PM Talbot County Free Library 100 West Dover Street Easton, MD 21601 Monday, October 14 5:30-6:30 PM Stephen Decatur High School 9913 Seahawk Road Berlin, MD 21811 | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:39:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-42-million-contract-pocomoke-city-employer | Harris Announces $42 Million Contract for Pocomoke City Employer | 2019-09-27 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a more than $42 million federal contract with Hardwire, LLC, located in Pocomoke City. The contract will provide the Marine Corps with up to 982,749 Soft Armor Inserts. Work will be performed in Pocomoke City and is expected to be completed by 2024. Hardwire has developed and fielded armor to protect against a variety of threats, including small firearms and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "I congratulate Hardwire for winning this $42 million contract, which was competitively awarded by the U.S. Marine Corps. This is obviously a significant contract for an important local employer that will contribute to our local economy on the Eastern Shore. As a veteran, I particularly appreciate Hardwire's dedication to protecting the lives and safety of our troops in the field. This company and its employees should be proud of the work they do to protect American men and women in uniform who serve in harm's way on a daily basis. The world is a dangerous place, and Hardwire helps make it more safe." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-anti-crime-grant-salisbury | Harris Announces Anti-Crime Grant to Salisbury | 2019-09-26 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $24,347 federal grant to the City of Salisbury. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Justice and the funds will be dispersed through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program. The JAG program allows local governments to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime based on local needs. According to the Department of Justice, these grant funds can be used for "state and local initiatives, technical assistance, training, personnel, equipment, supplies, contractual support, and information systems for criminal justice, including for any one or more of the following program areas: 1) law enforcement programs; 2) prosecution and court programs; 3) prevention and education programs; 4) corrections and community corrections programs; 5) drug treatment and enforcement programs; 6) planning, evaluation, and technology improvement programs; and 7) crime victim and witness programs" and "8) mental health programs and related law enforcement and corrections programs." Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of this grant to the City of Salisbury. I support our local law enforcement and understand that the safety and security of our families and local communities is a top priority." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-local-grant-alzheimer-s-treatment | Harris Announces Local Grant for Alzheimers Treatment | 2019-09-26 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $1,000,000 federal grant to Maintaining Active Citizens (MAC) Incorporated in the City of Salisbury. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the funds will be dispersed through the Alzheimer's Disease Program Initiative. The Alzheimer's Disease Programs Initiative provides grants to support the development and expansion of dementia-capable home and community-based service (HCBS) systems in states and communities. According to MAC, their mission is to provide programs and services that preserve dignity, health and independence for an aging population. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: As a physician, I am particularly aware of the devastating conditions caused by Alzheimer's, and I applaud the award of this grant to MAC in Salisbury, which I visited recently and which is doing a great job helping our seniors. Alzheimer's and dementia afflict too many people in our community, as well as their families and caregivers. This is a national crisis, and I am glad that this Administration is providing funds to our local community to help people in need. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-local-grant-alzheimers-treatment | Harris Announces Local Grant for Alzheimer’s Treatment | 2019-09-26 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $1,000,000 federal grant to Maintaining Active Citizens (MAC) Incorporated in the City of Salisbury. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the funds will be dispersed through the Alzheimer's Disease Program Initiative. The Alzheimer's Disease Programs Initiative provides grants to support the development and expansion of dementia-capable home and community-based service (HCBS) systems in states and communities. According to MAC, their mission "is to provide programs and services that preserve dignity, health and independence for an aging population." Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a physician, I am particularly aware of the devastating conditions caused by Alzheimer's, and I applaud the award of this grant to MAC in Salisbury, which I visited recently and which is doing a great job helping our seniors. Alzheimer's and dementia afflict too many people in our community, as well as their families and caregivers. This is a national crisis, and I am glad that this Administration is providing funds to our local community to help people in need." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-trump-transcript-and-impeachment-inquiry | Harris Statement on Trump Transcript and Impeachment Inquiry | 2019-09-26 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) commented on the White House release of documentation of the phone conversation between President Trump and President Zelenskyy of Ukraine. The link to the document is: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Unclassified09.2019.pdf Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "None of the allegations that Speaker Pelosi made yesterday are proven by the transcript of the conversation between President Trump and President Zelenskyy of Ukraine, and the White House is also preparing to release to Congress the whistleblower complaint based on this same telephone conversation. The transcript of the call is clear, and everyone should read it for themselves. Once again, no collusion. In fact, for similar transparency, former Vice President Biden should release the transcripts of his conversations pressuring the Ukrainian government to fire its top prosecutor who led an investigation into a Ukrainian company that employed Biden's son as an extremely highly paid consultant. Speaker Pelosi should also either stop this partisan impeachment inquiry because of the lack of evidence, or bring it before the full House of Representatives for a vote." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/members-congress-urge-att-and-sinclair-avoid-local-tv-blackout | Members of Congress Urge AT&T and Sinclair to Avoid Local TV Blackout | 2019-09-26 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) was among eleven Members of Congress to urge the CEO's of AT&T and Sinclair Broadcast Group to avoid a blackout of local TV stations, which could occur September 27. Signing the letter were: Representatives Andy Harris (MD-01), Frank D. Lucas (OK-03), Devin Nunes (CA-22), Tom Cole (OK-04), Randy Weber (TX-14), Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Matt Gaetz (FL-01), Chip Roy (TX-21), Denver Lee Riggleman III (VA-05), John Rose (TN-06) and Brian Mast (FL-18). The text of the letter follows: "September 26, 2019 Mr. Randall Stephenson Mr. Christopher Ripley CEO CEO AT&T Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. 208 South Akard Street 10706 Beaver Dam Road Dallas, TX 75202 Hunt Valley, MD 21030 We've been made aware that due to a dispute between AT&T and Sinclair, commencing September 27 at 5:00 PM EDT, Sinclair stations could be dropped from millions of AT&T U-verse, DIRECTV and AT&T TV NOW subscribers, including in our districts and states. If this happens, our constituents could be deprived of important local information, including news, weather, traffic, and emergency information. This would be unfair to our constituents, who rely on their local stations. While we take no position regarding contract offers from either of the two companies, we urge the two sides to in good faith expeditiously reach agreement so that access to these local stations by our constituents is not disrupted. Denial of service is unfair and unnecessary. Thank you for your attention to this matter." Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement accompanying the letter: "Our constituents should not be held hostage in contract negotiations between AT&T and Sinclair. Purposefully causing a blackout of local TV to gain perceived leverage in a contract dispute cuts people off from important local broadcasts and even emergency information when needed. While many factors contribute to pricing decisions, we are simply urging these companies to maintain access to local TV. Do not cause our local TV broadcasts to go … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-grant-crisfield-somerset-county-airport | Harris Announces Grant to Crisfield-Somerset County Airport | 2019-09-20 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $670,074 federal grant to the Crisfield-Somerset County Airport. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation and will fund removal of tree obstructions to meet Federal Aviation Administration design standards. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of this grant to the Crisfield-Somerset County Airport. This facility supports local high-paying technical and skilled jobs, as well as local business revenue and purchases. The investment of these federal funds will directly help our local economy now and in the future." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-grants-crisfield-firefighters | Harris Announces Grants for Crisfield Firefighters | 2019-09-20 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a federal grant to the Crisfield Fire Department on the Eastern Shore. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded $200,000 to Crisfield through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program. The funds will be used to enhance and support operations and safety. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of this grant to the Crisfield Fire Department. These brave men and women provide essential services to our communities and I support efforts to provide our local firefighters with federal funding. As a physician, I particularly appreciate the emergency medical services firefighter departments provide in critical moments of need." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-11-million-grant-salisbury-ocean-city-regional-airport | Harris Announces $1.1 Million Grant to Salisbury-Ocean City Regional Airport | 2019-09-18 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $1.1 million federal grant to the Salisbury-Ocean City: Wicomico Regional Airport. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation and will fund rehabilitation of the apron, taxiway and lighting. The airport supports more than 1600 local jobs. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of this grant to the Salisbury-Ocean City Regional Airport. This facility is a key economic engine on the Eastern Shore that supports local high-paying technical and skilled jobs, as well as local business revenue and purchases. The investment of these federal funds will directly help our local economy now and in the future." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-grant-wor-wic-community-college | Harris Announces Grant to Wor-Wic Community College | 2019-09-18 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of a $64,655 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to Wor-Wic Community College in Salisbury. The award is a discretionary grant through the Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training Grant Program. The goals of the grant program include expanding the number of commercial driver license (CDL) holders possessing enhanced operator safety training and to assist veterans and their spouses to receive training to transition to the commercial motor vehicle industry. Wor-Wic Community College offers commercial driver license training for Class A and Class B driver's exams, preparing students for professions driving 18-wheelers or other commercial trucks, and courses to acquire school bus and passenger endorsements. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of this grant to Wor-Wic Community College. These funds are an investment in the education and economy on the Eastern Shore, helping to prepare our students for good paying jobs that are in high demand. The growth of e-commerce created a shortage of drivers that has an impact throughout our economy, and this training helps fill that need." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-grants-eastern-shore-firefighters | Harris Announces Grants to Eastern Shore Firefighters | 2019-09-18 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of federal grants to volunteer firefighter departments on the Eastern Shore. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded $169,809 to the Queenstown Volunteer Fire Company, $228,928 to the Denton Volunteer Fire Company, and $335,000 to the United Communities Volunteer Fire Department in Stevensville. The grant monies will be provided through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grants. The funds will be used to purchase equipment and to assist with recruitment and retention. Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Committee on Appropriations, I applaud the award of this grant to volunteer firefighter departments on the Eastern Shore. These brave men and women provide essential services to our communities and I support efforts to provide our local firefighters with federal funding. As a physician, I particularly appreciate the emergency medical services firefighter departments provide in critical moments of need." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-50000-award-dorchester-american-legion-post-91 | Harris Announces $50,000 Award to Dorchester American Legion Post 91 | 2019-09-13 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced an award to the American Legion Post No. 91 in Dorchester by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for $50,000. The funds were awarded under the Economic Impact Initiative Grants program of the Rural Development agency. According to the USDA, "This Rural Development investment will be used to assist Dorchester Post No. 91 with the purchase of furnishings and equipment for their facility in Cambridge, Maryland. Their existing facility was struck by lightning in April 2016, which caused a fire in the HVAC system. Insurance proceeds did not fully cover the reconstruction project and furnishing replacement. A loan through USDA's Community Facility Program was provided in 2017. The building was completely renovated and is now in full operation." Rep. Andy Harris made the following statement: "As a veteran, I strongly support American Legion posts throughout the First District, and this award to Post 91 in Dorchester is a welcome investment in the veterans in our community. As a member of the Agriculture Subcommittee of the Appropriations Committee, I applaud the USDA for providing funding for veterans and their facilities in the First District. Members of the American Legion have earned our support." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-600000-bel-air-sexual-assault-and-spouse-abuse-resource | Harris Announces $600,000 for Bel Air Sexual Assault and Spouse Abuse Resource Center | 2019-09-10 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced an award of $600,000 for the Sexual Assault/Spouse Abuse Resource Center in Bel Air. The Office of Violence Against Women under the Department of Justice (DOJ) awarded the funds under the Legal Assistance for Victims Grant Program. According to the DOJ, "The Sexual Assault/Spouse Abuse Resource Center, Inc. (SARC) will use this supplemental award to provide legal services to survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking who reside in Harford County. SARC will use funds from this award to 1) provide brief advice and counsel to 700 survivors per year, 2) provide legal representation on protective orders and protective order modifications, 3) provide legal representation in immigration matters, 4) provide legal representation in divorce and/or custody matters, 5) provide assistance and referrals for non-family law legal services, and 6) provide court accompaniment and court advocacy." Rep. Harris made the following statement: "I strongly support efforts to assist victims of sexual assault and spousal abuse. As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I applaud the DOJ's decision to fund this Resource Center for survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in Harford County. Improving the safety and security of women in our community is a top priority." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-600000-bel-air-sexual-assault-and-spouse-abuse-resource-center | Harris Announces $600,000 for Bel Air Sexual Assault and Spouse Abuse Resource Center | 2019-09-10 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced an award of $600,000 for the Sexual Assault/Spouse Abuse Resource Center in Bel Air. The Office of Violence Against Women under the Department of Justice (DOJ) awarded the funds under the Legal Assistance for Victims Grant Program. According to the DOJ, The Sexual Assault/Spouse Abuse Resource Center, Inc. (SARC) will use this supplemental award to provide legal services to survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking who reside in Harford County. SARC will use funds from this award to 1) provide brief advice and counsel to 700 survivors per year, 2) provide legal representation on protective orders and protective order modifications, 3) provide legal representation in immigration matters, 4) provide legal representation in divorce and/or custody matters, 5) provide assistance and referrals for non-family law legal services, and 6) provide court accompaniment and court advocacy. Rep. Harris made the following statement: I strongly support efforts to assist victims of sexual assault and spousal abuse. As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I applaud the DOJ's decision to fund this Resource Center for survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in Harford County.Improving the safety and security of women in our community is a top priority. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/worcester-county-joins-wicomico-county-gaining-support-trump-administration | Worcester County Joins Wicomico County In Gaining Support From Trump Administration for Anti-Drug Abuse Initiatives | 2019-09-10 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Worcester County joined Wicomico County in gaining federal support from the Trump Administration under the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) for anti-drug abuse initiatives, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced on Tuesday. Worcester and Wicomico Counites are designated High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA). HIDTA is a program overseen by the ONDCP aimed at reducing "drug trafficking and production in the United States." Rep. Harris announced that Worcester County joins the list of eligible counties nationwide to receive funds to combat the county's drug crisis. On Wednesday, September 4th, Rep. Harris applauded the Administration for investing $1.8 billion in state funding for the opioid crisis (read here). Rep. Harris made the following statement: "Worcester County has struggled with the opioid epidemic, as have many other counties across the nation. ONDCP's investment into the lower shore of Maryland's First District is a wise and welcome investment to combat the drug crisis facing both Worcester and Wicomico Counties. I am pleased that we will continue to fight this epidemic through prevention, treatment, and recovery programs in our communities at the local level. I support President Trump's dedication to end the crisis, which is a top priority for me in Congress alongside the Administration." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-applauds-trump-administrations-18-billion-investment-state-funding | Rep. Harris Applauds Trump Administration's $1.8 Billion Investment in State Funding for Opioid Crisis | 2019-09-09 | 2019 | 2019-09 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: On Wednesday, September 4th, the Trump Administration announced the release of over $1.8 billion in funding to states to continue efforts to fight the opioid epidemic in their communities. Over $900 million will be awarded from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to states and localities for improvement in overdose data collection and real-time tracking. From these funds, the Maryland Department of Public Health has been awarded $7.2 million. Additionally, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), will be awarding $932 million in funds for State Opioid Response grants - which are aimed to provide flexible funding to state governments to support prevention, treatment, and recovery services in the ways that best meet the needs of their state. Maryland will receive over $33 million in grant funding from the program. Congressman Harris made the following statement: "Maryland's Eastern Shore, like many other parts of the country, has been hit hard by the opioid epidemic. President Trump has made it clear that ending this crisis is a top priority. I am pleased that HHS has released this funding to continue to allow Maryland to best serve the needs of its citizens through prevention, treatment, and recovery programs designed and administered at the local level. These funds will bolster our local efforts to respond to and prevent overdoses and deaths in our communities." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:37:07Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-more-69000-awards-eastern-shore-small-businesses-and-farms | Harris Announces More Than $69,000 in Awards to Eastern Shore Small Businesses and Farms | 2019-08-27 | 2019 | 2019-08 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced $69,102 in awards through the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Office of Rural Development. The following businesses and farmers received awards on the Eastern Shore of Maryland: Choptank Corner LLC, in Cambridge, James B. Quinn, in Kennedyville, Rice's Inc. in Salisbury, Smartech Electrical Inc, in Chestertown, Williamson Farms LLC, in Mardela Springs, and Wilson Farm, in East New Market. The USDA allotted these awards under the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). According to the USDA, "REAP funding can be used for renewable energy systems such as anaerobic digesters, biomass, geothermal, hydropower, wind and solar. It also can be used to make energy efficiency improvements to heating, ventilation and cooling systems; insulation; and lighting and refrigeration." Congressman Harris made the following statement: "I understand the importance of economic growth in rural America and I support our local communities. As a member of the Agriculture and Rural Development Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I welcome this investment in the Eastern Shore to support our hardworking small business owners, employees, and farmers. These awards will save energy, reduce electricity bills, and help make the Eastern Shore more economically competitive." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:35:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/dr-harris-announces-medical-science-award-university-maryland-eastern-shore | Dr. Harris Announces Medical Science Award to University of Maryland Eastern Shore | 2019-08-26 | 2019 | 2019-08 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced a $387,500 award to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). The funds were awarded by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences, an office under the Department of Health and Human Services. The funding will support Pharmacology, Physiology, and Biological Chemistry Research at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and help investigate biomarkers for prostate cancers. Congressman Harris made the following statement: "As a physician, I personally understand the importance of medical and scientific studies. These funds are an investment in the development of local students, as well as the long-term health of our families and communities on the Eastern Shore. I applaud the Administration for their award to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:35:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-awards-community-health-centers | Harris Announces Awards to Community Health Centers | 2019-08-22 | 2019 | 2019-08 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced awards to Choptank Community Health System, Inc., located in Denton, Three Lower Counties Community Services, Inc., located in Salisbury, and West Cecil Health Center, Inc, located in Conowingo. The recipients are health care service centers in Maryland's First District. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded $108,302 to Choptank Community Health System, $56,000 to Three Lower Counties Community Services, and $35,611 to West Cecil Health Center under the Health Center Cluster Program. According to the Health Resources and Services Administration, a department under HHS, the Health Center Cluster Program is aimed at delivering "high quality, culturally competent, comprehensive primary care, as well as supportive services such as health education, translation, and transportation that promote access to health care." Congressman Harris made the following statement: "As a physician, I understand the importance of health care services to our local communities. These are important investments in the health and well-being of Maryland families, and I applaud the HHS for their awards to these health centers." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:35:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-150000-grants-rural-development-somerset-and-talbot | Rep. Harris Announces $150,000 in Grants for Rural Development in Somerset and Talbot Counties | 2019-08-19 | 2019 | 2019-08 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, August 19th, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced a total of $150,000 in grant awards in Somerset and Talbot counties through the Department of Agriculture's Office of Rural Development. Specifically, the grants include: $50,000 to assist with the purchase of an enhanced security system and an emergency chase vehicle for the Princess Anne Volunteer Fire Company. The new vehicle "will benefit the region and citizens by providing more reliable, enhanced medical and emergency services and address the growing Opioid crisis by delivering antidotes for individuals that have overdosed," according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The funds were awarded through both the Economic Impact Initiative Grants program and the Community Facilities Direct Loans and Grants program. $50,000 to assist with the funding of a pre-school facility at White Marsh Elementary School in Trappe, Maryland. The project includes "the relocation of a temporary classroom from Easton Elementary School. Talbot County Board of Education assisted with the relocation and placement of the structure. The new pre-school facility provides child care for the Town of Trappe," according to the USDA. The funds were awarded through the Community Facilities Direct Loans and Grants program. $50,000 to assist with the funding of a street sweeper for the town of St. Michaels, in Talbot County. The funds were awarded through the Community Facilities Direct Loans and Grants program. Congressman Harris made the following statement: "As a member of the Agriculture and Rural Development Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I understand the need to invest in rural America and support our local economy. These awards from the Department of Agriculture are a welcome investment in Talbot and Somerset Counties, and as a physician, I am particularly committed to improving medical services in our local communities and assisting families impacted by the opioid crisis." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:35:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-award-opioid-addiction-and-mental-health-services | Rep. Harris Announces Award for Opioid Addiction and Mental Health Services in Maryland’s First District | 2019-08-12 | 2019 | 2019-08 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced an award to West Cecil Health Center, Inc. and Three Lower Counties Community Services, Inc., both of which are health care service centers in Maryland's First District. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded $167,000 to each of these health service centers. According to the HHS, these health services in the First District "successfully competed for the FY2019 Integrated Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) awards. These awards will help health centers increase access to high quality integrated mental health and substance abuse disorders services, including opioid use disorder." Congressman Harris made the following statement: "As a physician, I am particularly concerned about the opioid crisis in the First District. We must help individuals struggling with opioid addiction and mental health disorders, as well as their families. These are important investments in the health and well-being of our local communities and I applaud the HHS for their awards to these health centers." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:35:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-award-opioid-addiction-and-mental-health-services-maryland | Rep. Harris Announces Award for Opioid Addiction and Mental Health Services in Marylands First District | 2019-08-12 | 2019 | 2019-08 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced an award to West Cecil Health Center, Inc. and Three Lower Counties Community Services, Inc., both of which are health care service centers in Maryland's First District. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded $167,000 to each of these health service centers. According to the HHS, these health services in the First District successfully competed for the FY2019 Integrated Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) awards. These awards will help health centers increase access to high quality integrated mental health and substance abuse disorders services, including opioid use disorder. Congressman Harris made the following statement: As a physician, I am particularly concerned about the opioid crisis in the First District. We must help individuals struggling with opioid addiction and mental health disorders, as well as their families. These are important investments in the health and well-being of our local communities and I applaud the HHS for their awards to these health centers. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-army-corps-engineers-dredging-ocean-city-inlet | Harris Announces Army Corps of Engineers Dredging of Ocean City Inlet | 2019-08-06 | 2019 | 2019-08 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, August 6th, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the start of dredging of the Ocean City Inlet. The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) was able to secure a USACE dredge vessel from their sister district, Wilmington, for dredging of the inlet. The vessel arrived today and will conduct five days' worth of dredging over the coming week starting tomorrow, August 7th. Congressman Harris made the following statement: "I applaud the Army Corps of Engineers for taking the steps necessary to get dredging of the Ocean City Inlet underway. The fishing and maritime industry is critical to our local economy and community. This dredging is a high priority, and I am glad the Corps is getting the job done." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:35:44Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-two-federal-aviation-administration-awards-eastern-shore | Rep. Harris Announces Two Federal Aviation Administration Awards for Eastern Shore Airports | 2019-07-29 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, July 29th, Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced two Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awards: $173,578 for the Ocean City Municipal Airport, and $315,355 for the Cambridge-Dorchester Regional Airport. The awards will fund removal of tree obstructions from runway approach surfaces at each airport. Congressman Harris made the following statement on the FAA awards: "I support efforts to grow the Eastern Shore economy. The award of these federal grants to local airports helps sustain and build transportation infrastructure important to employers, employees, and our communities. I applaud the Federal Aviation Administration for their investment in local airports in the First District." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-statement-robocall-bill | Congressman Harris Statement on Robocall Bill | 2019-07-25 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON -- Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) made the following statement on the robocall bill taken up by the House: "Today the House finally took action to crack down on ‘robocalls' by penalizing scammers who flood Americans with unwanted phone calls. This bill allows the Federal Communications Commission to better protect American's privacy from calls made or text messages sent using automatic dialing systems and calls made using an artificial or prerecorded voice. Consent would be required. Many of these calls are scams that mislead senior citizens, scare families with threats of debt collection, or pose as the Internal Revenue Service or other federal agencies. I am proud to support this legislation." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-fiscally-irresponsible-bill-offering-temporary-protected | Harris Statement on Fiscally Irresponsible Bill Offering Temporary Protected Status to Venezuelan Immigrants | 2019-07-24 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON -- Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) made the following statement on a fiscally irresponsibe bill that offers Temporary Protected Status to Venezuelan Immigrants: "We should consider giving Temporary Protected Status to immigrants from Venezuela who are oppressed by Mr. Maduro, who I believe is illegally occupying the Venezuelan Presidency. However, I voted against the legislation as currently drafted because the House once again suspended its paygo rule that requires we offset the half billion dollar cost of this legislation by decreasing spending on another program with a lower priority - instead of just adding the cost of this bill to our debt and deficit. It is wrong to disregard our House rules and pass fiscally irresponsible bills that put the debt and deficit burden on our children and grandchildren." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-statement-budget-deal | Rep. Harris Statement on the Budget Deal | 2019-07-24 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON -- Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) made the following statement on the budget agreement to lift the spending caps adding $323 billion in new spending without sufficient offsets: "The spending and budget 'deal' announced today is a very bad idea. It would increase spending over the next two years by almost a third of a trillion dollars without cutting any spending and just add it to the debt. We also raise the federal debt ceiling for two years by an unlimited amount. We have to reject fiscally irresponsible proposals like this that just whistle past the graveyard and pass on debt to our children and grandchildren." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-announces-468500-award-agriculture-and-environment-entrepreneurs | Harris Announces $468,500 Award for Agriculture and Environment Entrepreneurs | 2019-07-23 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, July 23rd, Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced an award of $468,500 for the Farm-Fish-Food Program of the Eastern Shore Entrepreneurship Center, Inc. The grant is provided by the Economic Development Administration (EDA). The Farm-Fish-Food Program intends to invest funds in eastern and southern Maryland to address agriculture, aquaculture, and environmental challenges. According to the EDA, "The project will direct entrepreneurs and innovators through one-day challenge events, six-week virtual programs, and an intense four-month accelerator course in mentorship, training, and networking." "As a member of the Committee on Appropriations, I am pleased these funds will support entrepreneurs in agriculture, aquaculture and the environment who can help develop job opportunities and solve problems on the Eastern Shore" Congressman Harris said. For media inquiries, please contact Congressman Harris' Washington, DC office at 202-225-5311, or contact Julia Nista at Julia.Nista@mail.house.gov. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-senate-passage-911-bill | Harris Statement on Senate Passage of 9/11 Bill | 2019-07-23 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) made the following statement on the Senate passage of the 9/11 bill: "Today the Senate passed legislation reauthorizing the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund through the year 2092. The Senate rightfully considered and voted on amendments offered by Senator Paul and Senator Lee. They echoed my concerns that we should prioritize financial support for the 9/11 Fund by decreasing spending on lower priority programs, and that we should better oversee distribution of funds over such a long period to assure that they get to intended beneficiaries. While the Senate voted down the amendments, they were able to discuss and consider those issues relevant to best implementing the program – in contrast to the process in the House of Representatives, which did not allow any amendments at all. Even Senator Gillibrand of New York, the Senate co-sponsor, acknowledged concerns about the bill when she said that "I understand the 72 years [the duration of this act] is a recipe for trouble." However, I am glad that we can move on now and be able to take care of those brave first responders." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/maryland-delegation-announces-125-million-federal-investment-howard-street | Maryland Delegation Announces $125 Million Federal Investment in Howard Street Tunnel | 2019-07-23 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. (July 22, 2019) – Yesterday, Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen, along with Congressmen Steny H. Hoyer, Elijah E. Cummings, Dutch Ruppersberger, John Sarbanes, Anthony Brown, Jamie Raskin, and David Trone, announced $125 million in federal funding for the Howard Street Tunnel, which comes on top of the $91 million commitment that the Maryland Delegation worked to secure from CSX, the company that owns the tunnel. The Howard Street Tunnel project, which is aimed at improving freight movement out of the Port of Baltimore, is central to the success of the region's economy. "A year ago, this project was on the brink of collapsing. But working with our state, local, and private partners, we refused to give up – because we knew that an expanded tunnel that allowed for double-stack rail meant a more successful Port of Baltimore and state of Maryland. We're pleased to announce today that we have secured a federal commitment of $125 million for the project and we can finally move forward. This funding will not only improve the Tunnel and the Port, but it will also help create over 7,000 jobs in Maryland," the Members said. The Delegation identified the project early on for the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) as a key priority for the state, writing to Secretary Chao about it shortly after she was confirmed. When CSX started to waiver on its support of the expansion, the Members immediately stepped in and kept pushing until they secured a commitment from the CEO. They strongly supported the Infrastructure For Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant application – the DOT program which provides dedicated, discretionary funding for projects that address critical issues facing our nation's highways and bridges. This is one of the top ten largest projects ever funded by this program. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-nearly-50000-award-worcester-county-board-education | Rep. Harris Announces Nearly $50,000 Award for Worcester County Board of Education | 2019-07-23 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, July 23rd, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) awarded the Board of Education in Worcester County, MD $49,392 for the Accelerating Promising Practices for Small Libraries (APP) program in the First Congressional District of Maryland. The funds will be allocated to Worcester County Public Schools' twelve libraries. According to IMLS, "Year one of the project will focus on working with stakeholders to develop the strategic plan. The second year of the project will focus on implementing recommendations, developing the curriculum for the school libraries, and providing professional development to the school librarians. At the end of the project, the school system will have a clearly defined vision of a 21st century school library, and school librarians will have the training and resources to meet the needs of the students." Rep. Harris made the following statement on the education award: "School libraries are an important part of our educational system in the First District. As a member of the Education subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, I am excited to see these funds awarded to local school libraries to benefit our community and students in Worcester County." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-raising-minimum-wage | Harris Statement on Raising the Minimum Wage | 2019-07-19 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) made the following statement on raising the minimum wage to $15, an effort taken up by the U.S. House of Representatives this week: "The CBO estimates we will lose up to 3.7 million jobs by increasing the minimum wage to $15 on a federal level. The last thing we need is to slow the economy." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-statement-cadillac-tax | Rep. Harris Statement on the Cadillac Tax | 2019-07-19 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) made the following statement in regards to the U.S. House of Representatives taking up the issue of the Cadillac Tax: "The cost estimate for this bill is $168 billion over the next ten years, yet Members of Congress who criticized the Trump tax cuts were willing to eliminate this tax and increase our debt and deficit. While almost every Democrat supported the bill, I'm surprised so many of them cast a vote in favor of repealing the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-applauds-750000-rural-residency-planning-and-development-award | Rep. Harris Applauds $750,000 Rural Residency Planning and Development Award for University of Maryland | 2019-07-18 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) applauds the award of $750,000 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for Rural Residency Planning and Development (RRPD) grants at the University of Maryland. HRSA is an agency under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Per HHS, "the RRPD program, administered by HRSA's Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP) and Bureau of Health Workforce (BHW), is part of a multi-year initiative by HRSA to expand the physician workforce in rural areas by developing new, sustainable residency programs in family medicine, internal medicine, and psychiatry. The recipients of the awards include rural hospitals, community health centers, health centers operated by the Indian Health Service, Indian tribes or tribal organizations, and schools of medicine." Rep. Harris made the following statement on the RRPD award: "As a physician myself, I know it's important to train physicians in rural areas because many physicians consider staying in practice in the communities where they trained. This HRSA grant will help our shortage of physicians on the Eastern Shore of Maryland." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-blumenauer-lofgren-griffith-dingell-bishop-introduce-medical-marijuana | Harris, Blumenauer, Lofgren, Griffith, Dingell, Bishop Introduce Medical Marijuana Research Act of 2019 | 2019-07-17 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – U.S. Representatives Andy Harris, M.D. (R-MD), Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), Zoe Lofgren (D-CA), H. Morgan Griffith (R-VA), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), and Rob Bishop (R-UT) today introduced the Medical Marijuana Research Act of 2019. This bill addresses burdensome processes that currently impede legitimate medical research on marijuana. This bipartisan piece of legislation would amend the Controlled Substances Act to establish a new, separate registration process to facilitate research with marijuana for medical purposes. "As a physician who has conducted NIH-sponsored research, I cannot stress enough how critical this legislation is to the scientific community. Our drug policy was never intended to act as an impediment to conducting legitimate medical research. If we are going to label marijuana as medicine, we need to conduct the same rigorous scientific research on efficacy and safety that every other FDA-approved treatment undergoes. This legislation will facilitate that research by removing the unnecessary administrative barriers that deter qualified researchers from thoroughly studying medical marijuana," said Dr. Harris. "47 states have legalized some form of cannabis, yet the federal government is still getting in the way of further progress on the potential for research," said Rep. Blumenauer. "We owe it to patients and their families to allow for the research physicians need to understand marijuana's benefits and risks and determine proper use and dosage." "While the definitive medical benefits of marijuana remain largely uncertain, it is important we remove the bureaucratic barriers which stand in the way of legitimate research," said Rep. Bishop. "Many important questions remain unanswered. This legislation allows scientists and researchers to get at those answers in a responsible manner that isn't hindered by unnecessary roadblocks." "There is evidence of marijuana's potential medicinal benefits in treating conditions including cancer, epilepsy, and glaucoma," said Rep. Griffith. "In order… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-rural-development-award-water-systems-town-vienna | Rep. Harris Announces Rural Development Award for Water Systems in the Town of Vienna | 2019-07-16 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced a $25,000 award to the Town of Vienna for rural development from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). According to the USDA, the "investment will be used to fund a preliminary engineering report (PER) and environmental report (ER) to study options for improving water quality and water system operations in Vienna, Maryland. The PER and ER reports will analyze proposed alternatives for improvement and estimated costs to determine the feasibility and potential environmental impacts of each possible solution." Rep. Harris made the following statement on the award: "I applaud the USDA for investing in the water systems of Vienna. I welcome helping our rural municipalities in maintaining and improving their clean drinking water sources. We all appreciate the help of USDA in these ongoing efforts." This award is funded under the SEARCH -- Special Evaluation Assistance for Rural Communities and Households – program. The USDA describes the program as assisting "very small, financially distressed rural communities with predevelopment feasibility studies, design and technical assistance on proposed water and waste disposal projects." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-statement-42-million-award-bloosurf-broadband-services | Harris Statement on $4.2 Million Award to Bloosurf for Broadband Services | 2019-07-15 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, July 15th, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) awarded $4,280,186 to Bloosurf, a broadband high speed internet provider for rural homes and businesses in Maryland's First District. According to the FCC, the funds represent "the third wave of support from last year's successful Connect America Fund Phase II auction… The Connect America Fund Phase II auction is part of a broader effort by the FCC to close the digital divide in rural America." Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) made the following statement on the award to Bloosurf: "My office has worked with Bloosurf for a number of years. Since 2015, we have worked to help rural communities improve access to broadband services. Today, we see that Bloosurf is continuing to provide service with additional funds from the FCC. I applaud the FCC for their award to Bloosurf, and the continuation of their broadband services to our district." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-statement-hr-1327 | Rep. Harris Statement on H.R. 1327 | 2019-07-15 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) made the following statement on H.R. 1327: "Of course, taking care of 9/11 first responders is important and a priority. The Zadroga Act, passed four years ago, already takes care of their health needs until 2090. H.R. 1327 goes far beyond taking care of the health needs of the 9/11 first responders, providing a compensation fund for the next 70 years for potentially 600,000 victims of 9/11. Because this could cost tens of billions of dollars, Congress should find another place in our budget that is a lower priority to pay for it. But Congress is lazy. The Democrat House majority instead chose to be fiscally irresponsible and, on a party-line vote, suspended their own rule requiring Congress to find a source of funding whenever new spending is approved that would otherwise increase our federal debt and deficit. A group of fiscally responsible members of the House, as well as the Senate, are now working on a plan that would be able to fund this important idea while finding a way to pay for it so that it doesn't increase our debt and deficit by tens of billions of dollars for future generations." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/offshore-drilling-harris-thanked-reader-helping-keep-ocean-city-coast-oil-free | Offshore drilling: Harris thanked by reader for helping keep Ocean City coast oil-free | 2019-07-10 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | I am proud to stand with my constituents and against oil and gas drilling off the coast of Maryland. "Congressman Andy Harris recently took a stand on behalf of his constituents against expanded offshore drilling. Marylanders have made it clear, and he listened: our coastal economy is incompatible with offshore oil drilling activities. Our fishermen, coastal business owners and realtors depend on a clean Chesapeake Bay and healthy Atlantic coastline for their livelihoods..." Read more here: https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/opinion/readers/2019/07/09/harris-thanked-reader-helping-keep-ocean-city-coast-oil-free/1643478001/?fbclid=IwAR1c2olufXGigQ9NjHXSPNNF-PSSJV2xkMYuFr5p7qBU9W9tRCY6c7veRKY | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/rep-harris-joins-house-freedom-caucus-podcast-healthcare | Rep. Harris Joins House Freedom Caucus Podcast on Healthcare | 2019-07-08 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | Maryland Representative Andy Harris, an anesthesiologist, joins the Freedom Caucus Podcast for a deep dive into price transparency within the healhcare system and highlights efforts to end surprise medical billing. Clink the link above to listen. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-500000-award-health-and-human-services-ahec-cambridge | Rep. Harris Announces $500,000 Award from Health and Human Services for AHEC in Cambridge | 2019-07-02 | 2019 | 2019-07 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Andy Harris (MD-01) announced an award of $514,336 to the Eastern Shore Area Health Education Center (AHEC), a facility in Cambridge whose focus is to improve health care coverage and services. The grant was awarded through the Healthy Kids 2019 program of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a federal agency within the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Rep. Harris made the following statement regarding the grant: "As a physician who practices at a local hospital, I understand the importance of connecting children to affordable health care on the Eastern Shore. I congratulate AHEC on the award of this federal grant of more than $500,000." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:32:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-9-million-award-health-and-human-services-shore-inc | Rep. Harris Announces $9 Million Award from Health and Human Services for Shore Up! Inc. in Salisbury | 2019-06-27 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Andy Harris (MD-01) announced an award of $9,805,843 to Shore Up! Inc., a facility in Salisbury whose focus is to help people reach personal economic independence. SHORE UP is an acronym which stands for: "Self-Help on Rural Economics and Urban Problems." The Administration for Children and Families/Office of Head Start allocate the funds to Shore Up! Inc. under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Rep. Harris made the following statement regarding the grant: "Shore Up is an important facility that continues to serve the low-income and disadvantaged families in our district so they can become successful and thrive. Economic development and encouraging self-sufficiency are important priorities for our Eastern Shore community." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-harris-supplemental-appropriations-humanitarian-programs | Statement by Congressman Harris on Supplemental Appropriations for Humanitarian Programs at Southern Border | 2019-06-25 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House of Representatives is considering a bill, H.R. 3401, that allegedly attempts to address the humanitarian crisis along the southern border of the United States. However, the bill fails to provide funds to the Department of Defense for assistance with border security or to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency for additional beds for detained immigrants, and limits the ability of the Department of Homeland Security to enforce immigration laws. The bill is supported along partisan lines in Congress, and the House is considering the bill only after the Senate began drafting its own version. Rep. Harris made the following statement regarding H.R. 3401: "H.R. 3401 is a partisan attempt to hide the fact that the liberal majority in the House of Representatives is so blinded by anti-Trump fervor that they completely failed to address the real and growing humanitarian crisis at the border – and children have suffered the consequences. The president's request would better provide resources to help respond to the flow of women and children across our southern border, and the failure of liberals in the House has been exposed." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-urges-federal-trade-commission-act-harm-attorney-advertising | Harris Urges Federal Trade Commission to Act on Harm of Attorney Advertising | 2019-06-24 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission regarding the harm attorney advertising causes patients when they are scared into discontinuing their medication. Rep. Harris has previously acquired data from the FDA documenting patient discontinuation of medication after viewing negative attorney advertising. It is clear that patients have ceased their prescribed pharmaceutical regimens after viewing a lawsuit advertisement and suffered serious injury, such as a stroke, and/or death. Data acquired by Dr. Harris from the FDA shows that among three categories of prescription pharmaceuticals (antidiabetics, antidepressants, and anticoagulants), the FDA identified 213 reports in which a patient viewed an advertisement and then discontinued use of their important medication. The data also shows such deceptive attorney advertising causes greater harm, and may target the elderly. Congressman Harris issued the following statement: "I am requesting the FTC act to protect patients and consumers from deceptive lawsuit advertising that scares them into stopping their life-saving prescription drugs without first consulting a doctor or medical professional. As a physician, I am concerned that those advertisements jeopardize the health and safety of vulnerable people, particularly the elderly, who use and need life-saving medications. The FTC should take immediate action against these misleading ads." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-nearly-6-million-blackwater-national-wildlife-refuge | Rep. Harris Announces Nearly $6 Million for Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge | 2019-06-19 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced the award of $5,980,000 in funds for the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. The funds were awarded by the U.S. Department of Interior through the Migratory Bird Conservation Fund, which is supported by revenue generated from the "Duck Stamp" program. The stamps are required for waterfowl hunters as an annual license, but are also voluntarily purchased by others who choose to help preserve wildlife habitats. Rep. Harris made the following statement: "The Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge is an integral part of Maryland's First District and provides essential habitat for waterfowl on the Eastern Shore. These funds will help preserve ecologically important wetlands and support our local waterfowl hunting economy and community." The Department of Interior described the project: "The Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge project will conserve over 2,500 acres of priority habitat for migrating and wintering American black ducks, mallards, Canada geese and greater snow geese, as well as habitat for black rail, salt-marsh sparrow and other wetland-associated migratory birds. The project will add over 2,600 acres to the refuge's public program, expanding public opportunities for white-tailed deer, sika deer, turkey, and waterfowl hunting." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-congratulates-elkton-maryland-facility-participation-collaborative | Rep. Harris Congratulates Elkton, Maryland Facility for Participation in Collaborative Military Project | 2019-06-18 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | June 18, 2019 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Harris praised the Northrop Grumman facility in Elkton for its participation in a collaborative weapons program with Raytheon - the Hypersonic Air-breathing Weapon Concept (HAWC) program. "Congratulations to Northrop Grumman employees in Elkton, Maryland for their participation in a partnership with Raytheon to develop a hypersonic weapon for the U.S. military. This cutting edge technology is developing through a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) program. The facility in Elkton manufactures the solid rocket motor for the Hypersonic Air-breathing Weapon Concept (HAWC) project. Impressive work that supports great jobs in Elkton." Raytheon and Northrop Grumman released the following information: PARIS – June 18, 2019 – Building on years of collaboration, Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) andNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) have signed a teaming agreement to develop, produceand integrate Northrop Grumman's scramjet combustors to power Raytheon's air-breathing hypersonicweapons. The teaming agreement uses the combined capabilities of both companies to acceleratedevelopment and demonstrate readiness to produce the next generation of tactical missile systems. Scramjet engines use high vehicle speed to forcibly compress incoming air before combustion to enablesustained flight at hypersonic speeds. Such speeds reduce flight times and increase weapon survivability,effectiveness and flexibility. "The Raytheon/Northrop Grumman team is quickly developing air-breathing hypersonic weapons to keepour nation ahead of the threat," said Dr. Thomas Bussing, Raytheon Advanced Missile Systems vice president. "This agreement combines Raytheon's decades of tactical missile expertise with NorthropGrumman's extensive scramjet engine development experience to produce the best possible weapons."Northrop Grumman and Raytheon are working under a $200 million Hypersonic Air-breathing WeaponConcept, or HAWC, program contract to deliver an affordable, effective and producible cruise mi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-announces-title-i-educational-funds-counties-maryland-s | Congressman Andy Harris Announces Title I Educational Funds for Counties in Marylands First Congressional District | 2019-06-13 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced Fiscal Year 2019 Title I Part A educational grant funds to various counties in Maryland's First District for the 2019-2020 school year. These grants are allocated under the following four statutory formulas: basic grants, concentration grants, targeted grants, and education finance incentive grants. The counties and grant fund amounts are as follows: Baltimore County Public Schools: $29,038,881 Carroll County Public Schools: $2,152,303 Cecil County Public Schools: $3,560,056 Dorchester County Public Schools: $2,369,035 Harford County Public Schools: $6,002,823 Kent County Public Schools: $757,544 Queen Anne's County Public Schools: $932,846 Somerset County Public Schools: $1,953,323 Talbot County Public Schools: $1,098,215 Wicomico County Public Schools: $6,297,707 Worcester County Public Schools: $1,879,760 Rep. Harris made the following statement: These funds will help improve the educational experience of children in Maryland's First District. As a member of the Education Appropriations Subcommittee, I believe our children deserve a first class education, and Title I grants can be an important part of providing that education.. The awards are subject to final allocation in the fall. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-announces-title-i-educational-funds-counties-marylands | Congressman Andy Harris Announces Title I Educational Funds for Counties in Maryland’s First Congressional District | 2019-06-13 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced Fiscal Year 2019 Title I Part A educational grant funds to various counties in Maryland's First District for the 2019-2020 school year. These grants are allocated under the following four statutory formulas: basic grants, concentration grants, targeted grants, and education finance incentive grants. The counties and grant fund amounts are as follows: Baltimore County Public Schools: $29,038,881 Carroll County Public Schools: $2,152,303 Cecil County Public Schools: $3,560,056 Dorchester County Public Schools: $2,369,035 Harford County Public Schools: $6,002,823 Kent County Public Schools: $757,544 Queen Anne's County Public Schools: $932,846 Somerset County Public Schools: $1,953,323 Talbot County Public Schools: $1,098,215 Wicomico County Public Schools: $6,297,707 Worcester County Public Schools: $1,879,760 Rep. Harris made the following statement: "These funds will help improve the educational experience of children in Maryland's First District. As a member of the Education Appropriations Subcommittee, I believe our children deserve a first class education, and Title I grants can be an important part of providing that education."." The awards are subject to final allocation in the fall. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-announces-maryland-coastal-bays-program-award | Rep. Harris Announces Maryland Coastal Bays Program Award | 2019-06-13 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced an award of $70,000 to the Maryland Coastal Bays Program from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Assistance Agreement. The EPA describes this program award as providing "funding for implementation of the EPA approved Maryland Coastal Bays Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP) under Section 320 of the Clean Water Act (CWA), which will help restore and maintain the water quality and ecological integrity of the Maryland Coastal Bays." Rep. Harris made the following statement: "Keeping the Bay clean is one of my top priorities in representing Maryland's First District. These funds will help improve water quality and preserve the ecological integrity that sustains the fishing, oystering, and other Bay jobs and activities that are part of our way of life on the Eastern Shore." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/committee-appropriations-passes-h-2b-amendment-cosponsored-rep-andy-harris | Committee on Appropriations Passes H-2B Amendment Cosponsored by Rep. Andy Harris | 2019-06-11 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: On Tuesday, June 11th, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) cosponsored an amendment, which preserves the president's ability to release more H-2B visas next year, passed by the Committee on Appropriations. The H-2B visa program is a crucial resource for the seafood industry, the tourism industry, and other seasonal employers across the First District and supports thousands of related jobs held by American citizens. Rep. Harris made the following statement: "These past few months I have worked hard to increase the cap for guest workers, especially helping convince the Department of Homeland Security to issue and add the 30,000 visas for the summer season. The committee action today is a good start to helping provide an adequate number of temporary workers for the next year – but more needs to be done as the legislative process unfolds to be sure we have an adequate number for next year's need." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-announces-nearly-1-million-grant-awarded-maryland | Congressman Andy Harris Announces Nearly $1 Million Grant Awarded To Maryland Department of Natural Resources | 2019-06-11 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced a nearly $1 million grant to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources under the Clean Vessel Act. Rep. Harris made the following statement: "The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has awarded the Maryland Department of Natural Resources a grant of nearly $1 million. The Clean Vessel Act grant will allow the Department to work with marina owners to replace or renovate 25 existing pump-outs, install five new pump-outs and purchase one new pump-out boat. They will assist with operations and maintenance on 100 fixed pump-outs and three pump-out boats and continue their outreach and education efforts. I am proud to support clean Chesapeake waterways that sustain the sport and commercial fishing industries important to the Eastern Shore economy and way of life." The Department of Interior describes the Clean Vessel Act as a program that "provides matching grants to state agencies for the construction and renovation of pump-out and dump facilities for recreational boats; as well as education programs to inform boaters and the public about the benefits of keeping public waters clean. Clean waterways benefit the health of fish and other aquatic life, which in turn benefits boaters themselves, as well as anglers and other recreationists; so local communities can continue to thrive from the recreation economy." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-supports-trump-administration-decision-end-inappropriate-use-human | Harris Supports Trump Administration Decision to End Inappropriate Use of Human Fetal Tissue in Research | 2019-06-05 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) supports the Trump Administration's decision to discontinue a contract with the University of California, San Francisco to fund research involving human fetal tissue from elective abortions. This decision followed a comprehensive review that began in September 2018 of all Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) "research involving human fetal tissue from elective abortions to ensure consistency with statutes and regulations governing such research, and to ensure the adequacy of procedures and oversight of this research in light of the serious regulatory, moral, and ethical considerations involved." As a result of this review and audit, the Administration also decided to end all research requiring new fetal tissue at all National Institute of Health (NIH) labs and to increase ethical safeguards for extramural research using fetal tissue. Rep. Harris supports the administration's decision to end these contracts, and made the following statement: "I fully support the decision to end federal contracts, paid with taxpayer dollars that inappropriately use aborted human fetal tissue for testing protocols and research. It is an abuse of taxpayer monies when we commercialize the use of fetal tissue from abortions." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-supports-trump-administration-decision-end-inappropriate-use-human-fetal | Harris Supports Trump Administration Decision to End Inappropriate Use of Human Fetal Tissue in Research | 2019-06-05 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) supports the Trump Administration's decision to discontinue a contract with the University of California, San Francisco to fund research involving human fetal tissue from elective abortions. This decision followed a comprehensive review that began in September 2018 of all Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) research involving human fetal tissue from elective abortions to ensure consistency with statutes and regulations governing such research, and to ensure the adequacy of procedures and oversight of this research in light of the serious regulatory, moral, and ethical considerations involved. As a result of this review and audit, the Administration also decided to end all research requiring new fetal tissue at all National Institute of Health (NIH) labs and to increase ethical safeguards for extramural research using fetal tissue. Rep. Harris supports the administration's decision to end these contracts, and made the following statement: I fully support the decision to end federal contracts, paid with taxpayer dollars that inappropriately use aborted human fetal tissue for testing protocols and research. It is an abuse of taxpayer monies when we commercialize the use of fetal tissue from abortions. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-grant-funding-center-environmental-science | Congressman Harris Announces Grant Funding for the Center for Environmental Science | 2019-06-04 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: On Tuesday, June 4th, Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) announced a grant awarded to the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science for research and educational programs. Rep. Harris made the following statement: "I am proud to announce that the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science in Cambridge, Maryland was awarded $1.24 million in grant funds through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The Maryland Sea Grant mission is to support research to address key questions important to environmental management, support marine education for students of all ages, and support outreach regarding science-based management of the watersheds and coastal ecosystems in Maryland. The Sea Grant program encourages scientists and stakeholders to work together from the initiation of ideas to the completion of research projects." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-applauds-emphasis-hazard-evaluation-offshore-wind | Harris Applauds Emphasis On Hazard Evaluation of Offshore Wind | 2019-06-04 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: On Tuesday, June 4th, Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) applauded the Appropriations Committee for including his language in the FY 2020 Transportation Appropriations Bill. The Harris provision will highlight potential air traffic hazards created by the impact of offshore wind turbines on radar. The Committee included the following language: "Wind Turbine-Radar Interference Mitigation Working Group –The FAA is a member of the Wind Turbine-Radar Interference Mitigation Working Group, which also includes the Departments of Defense and Energy and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. This collaborative work is expected to be completed in 2025. The Committee encourages the working group, including the FAA, to complete the work as expeditiously as possible and provide periodic updates to the Committee." Rep. Harris made the following statement: "I thank the committee for adopting my language to highlight potential hazards created by the impact of offshore wind turbines on air traffic radar. We must ensure the safety of aviation near offshore wind turbines." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:29:15Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/rep-harris-touts-little-discussed-bipartisan-progress | Rep. Harris touts little-discussed bipartisan progress | 2019-06-03 | 2019 | 2019-06 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | EASTON U.S. Rep. Andy Harris (R-1st District) joined community members in Easton on Friday, May 24, and discussed recent bipartisan victories he believes are overshadowed by big-ticket reform gridlock on Capitol Hill. Harris along with State Sen. Addie Eckardt (R-Mid-Shore) and Delegate Chris Adams (R-Wicomico) participated in a community forum hosted by the Talbot County Republican Central Committee. Harris said the American people got a divided government after the November elections when it comes to high-profile issues. There is not major agreement on the big issues immigration for instance, which needs to be done, he said. I don't think we will do anything before the next election. But for second-level issues, Harris said Republicans and Democrats work well together, especially in the Appropriations Committee, on which he serves... Read More on The Cecil Whig | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-announces-2019-congressional-art-competition-winners | Congressman Andy Harris Announces 2019 Congressional Art Competition Winners | 2019-05-24 | 2019 | 2019-05 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announces the following winners of the 2019 Congressional Art Competition: 1st Place: Self Portrait. Drawing by Katie Easter. The Gunston School, Centreville, MD. 12th grade. Image 2nd Place:Morning Waves. Photograph by Mya Hunt. Crisfield High School. 9th grade. Image 3rd Place:Moonrise over Queenstown Harbor. Painting by Jamie Anderes. Homeschooled. 10th Grade. Rep. Harris made the following statement about the winners of this year's Congressional Art Competition: "I am proud of the work these high schoolers put into their art, and they are wonderful examples of the beauty in Maryland's First District. Mya's photography and Jamie's painting are beautiful depictions of our First District, and I am looking forward to displaying Katie's work as the first place winner in the United States Capitol." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:25:46Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-military-academy-resource-forums-maryland-s-first | Congressman Harris Announces Military Academy Resource Forums for Marylands First District | 2019-05-14 | 2019 | 2019-05 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) has announced three military academy resource forums for young constituents seeking information on applying to the U.S. Service Academies or joining ROTC detachments at civilian colleges and universities. All interested eighth grade and high school students in Maryland's First Congressional District are encouraged to attend along with their parents. Representatives from the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, as well as ROTC representatives, have been invited to attend and share their perspectives on the application process. This year, Congressman Harris will be hosting three resource forums to serve the district. Details can be found below: May 21, 2019; 68:00 pm McFaul Senior Center Activity Room 525 W. MacPhail Road, Bel Air, MD 21014 RSVP at 410-588-5670 May 22, 2019; 68:00 pm Black Diamond Lodge 219 South Fruitland Boulevard (Rt 13 North) Fruitland, MD 21826 RSVP at 443-944-8624 May 23, 2019; 68:00 pm Chesapeake College Caroline Center 1000 College Cir, Wye Mills, MD 21679, Wye Mills, MD 21679 RSVP at 410-643-5425 Congressman Harris issued the following statement: I am pleased to announce that my office will again be hosting military academy resource forums for young constituents to learn more about the multiple ways one can receive a college education and serve in our military. These forums are a great chance for our future leaders and their parents to ask questions and learn more about these incredible opportunities. As a veteran, I am always excited to host these events and look forward to reviewing the applications of these young men and women when it is time for nominating to the academies. Each year, Members of Congress have the opportunity to nominate constituents for appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. A nomination is not req… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-military-academy-resource-forums-marylands-first | Congressman Harris Announces Military Academy Resource Forums for Maryland’s First District | 2019-05-14 | 2019 | 2019-05 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) has announced three military academy resource forums for young constituents seeking information on applying to the U.S. Service Academies or joining ROTC detachments at civilian colleges and universities. All interested eighth grade and high school students in Maryland's First Congressional District are encouraged to attend along with their parents. Representatives from the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, as well as ROTC representatives, have been invited to attend and share their perspectives on the application process. This year, Congressman Harris will be hosting three resource forums to serve the district. Details can be found below: May 21, 2019; 6—8:00 pm McFaul Senior Center Activity Room 525 W. MacPhail Road, Bel Air, MD 21014 RSVP at 410-588-5670 May 22, 2019; 6—8:00 pm Black Diamond Lodge 219 South Fruitland Boulevard (Rt 13 North) Fruitland, MD 21826 RSVP at 443-944-8624 May 23, 2019; 6—8:00 pm Chesapeake College — Caroline Center 1000 College Cir, Wye Mills, MD 21679, Wye Mills, MD 21679 RSVP at 410-643-5425 Congressman Harris issued the following statement: "I am pleased to announce that my office will again be hosting military academy resource forums for young constituents to learn more about the multiple ways one can receive a college education and serve in our military. These forums are a great chance for our future leaders and their parents to ask questions and learn more about these incredible opportunities. As a veteran, I am always excited to host these events and look forward to reviewing the applications of these young men and women when it is time for nominating to the academies." Each year, Members of Congress have the opportunity to nominate constituents for appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. A nom… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:25:46Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-applauds-department-homeland-security-finalization-h | Congressman Andy Harris Applauds Department of Homeland Security for Finalization of H-2B Visa Increase | 2019-05-09 | 2019 | 2019-05 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: On May 6th, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the imminent finalization of the rule providing for the release of 30,000 additional H-2B visas for the summer season of Fiscal Year 2019. Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) has spearheaded the effort to secure these extra visas both in the House of Representatives and in the Maryland delegation, and made the following statement supporting the DHS' decision to increase the allotted amount of H-2B visas: "I applaud the Department of Homeland Security for finalizing the rule providing for the release of 30,000 supplemental H-2B visas in time for the upcoming summer season. The low unemployment rate and oversubscription to the H-2B visa program are chronic problems for the economy of Maryland's First District and the country. While I commend the Trump administration for providing these extras visas, it is Congress who ultimately bears the responsibility to pass a permanent solution to the H-2B visa shortage. I look forward to continuing to working with my colleagues here in the House toward such a permanent solution." Details on eligibility and filing requirements are available in the final rule and at USCIS.gov. Note that the rule is expected to be published and effective on May 8, 2019. USCIS will begin accepting petitions after the rule is published. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:25:46Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-applauds-department-homeland-security-finalization-h-2b | Congressman Andy Harris Applauds Department of Homeland Security for Finalization of H-2B Visa Increase | 2019-05-09 | 2019 | 2019-05 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC: On May 6th, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the imminent finalization of the rule providing for the release of 30,000 additional H-2B visas for the summer season of Fiscal Year 2019. Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) has spearheaded the effort to secure these extra visas both in the House of Representatives and in the Maryland delegation, and made the following statement supporting the DHS' decision to increase the allotted amount of H-2B visas: I applaud the Department of Homeland Security for finalizing the rule providing for the release of 30,000 supplemental H-2B visas in time for the upcoming summer season. The low unemployment rate and oversubscription to the H-2B visa program are chronic problems for the economy of Maryland's First District and the country. While I commend the Trump administration for providing these extras visas, it is Congress who ultimately bears the responsibility to pass a permanent solution to the H-2B visa shortage. I look forward to continuing to working with my colleagues here in the House toward such a permanent solution. Details on eligibility and filing requirements are available in the final rule and at USCIS.gov. Note that the rule is expected to be published and effective on May 8, 2019. USCIS will begin accepting petitions after the rule is published. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-announces-1-million-grant-restoration | Congressman Harris Announces $1 Million Grant for Restoration | 2019-05-09 | 2019 | 2019-05 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) announced that the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in conjunction with the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC), has been selected to receive $1 million in grant funds from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as part of their National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program. Funds from this grant will go towards multiple restoration projects on Maryland's Eastern Shore, including the restoration of 50 acres of coastal wetlands and 21 acres of freshwater wetlands, the creation of one acre of oyster reef and 3.5 acres of intertidal coastal wetland, and permanent protection of 307 acres at CBEC and Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge. Congressman Harris made the following statement regarding the announcement: "I am excited that the Fish and Wildlife Service has approved this grant funding for multiple restoration projects in the First District. These projects will further our mission of restoring the Chesapeake Bay for future generations. The restoration will provide important water quality benefits to the Chester River and the fish and wildlife that call it home. Having seen living shoreline projects first hand, I recognize the crucial role they play in mitigating the loss of critical ecological habitats. I am also pleased to hear that Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge, which is a significant economic engine for Kent County, will benefit from this grant." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:25:46Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-applauds-president-trump-s-announcement-conscience-protection-rule | Rep. Harris Applauds President Trumps Announcement of Conscience Protection Rule | 2019-05-02 | 2019 | 2019-05 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC: On Thursday, May 2nd, President Trump announced a finalization of a rule on conscience protection in a statement during the National Day of Prayer. In his remarks, the president stated, Just today, we finalized new protections of conscience rights for physicians, pharmacists, nurses, teachers, students, and faith-based charities. Together, we are building a culture that cherishes the dignity and worth of human life. Every child born and unborn is a sacred gift from God. Today, Health and Human Services (HHS) is enforcing its authority on previous conscience protection policies by implementing a rule titled, Protecting Statutory Conscience Rights in Health Care; Delegations of Authority. This rule enhances the authority of 25 pre-existing laws that protect the longstanding conscience rights of Americans in healthcare funded by HHS. Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) introduced H.R. 2014, the Conscience Protection Act, on April 1, 2019, with 80 additional Members of Congress co-sponsoring the bill. The Conscience Protection Act would take the next step in protecting the rights of conscience for medical providers by guaranteeing a private right of action for individuals whose conscience rights have been violated, and supporting Americans in having freedom of religion and conscience in healthcare. Rep. Harris made the following statement supporting the president's remarks: I support President Trump in his remarks today and in his efforts to protect the conscience of Americans who provide health care. Just last month, I led 80 Members of Congress in introducing the Conscience Protection Act, H.R. 2014, which amends the Public Health Service Act to prevent any federal, state, or local government from penalizing or discriminating against a health care provider if the provider does not participate in highly controversial abortion practices. As a physician and lawmaker, I support conscience protection because I strongly believe that health care providers should not be forced to violate their conscienc… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-applauds-president-trumps-announcement-conscience-protection-rule | Rep. Harris Applauds President Trump’s Announcement of Conscience Protection Rule | 2019-05-02 | 2019 | 2019-05 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: On Thursday, May 2nd, President Trump announced a finalization of a rule on conscience protection in a statement during the National Day of Prayer. In his remarks, the president stated, "Just today, we finalized new protections of conscience rights for physicians, pharmacists, nurses, teachers, students, and faith-based charities. Together, we are building a culture that cherishes the dignity and worth of human life. Every child – born and unborn – is a sacred gift from God." Today, Health and Human Services (HHS) is enforcing its authority on previous conscience protection policies by implementing a rule titled, "Protecting Statutory Conscience Rights in Health Care; Delegations of Authority." This rule enhances the authority of 25 pre-existing laws that protect the longstanding conscience rights of Americans in healthcare funded by HHS. Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) introduced H.R. 2014, the Conscience Protection Act, on April 1, 2019, with 80 additional Members of Congress co-sponsoring the bill. The Conscience Protection Act would take the next step in protecting the rights of conscience for medical providers by guaranteeing a private right of action for individuals whose conscience rights have been violated, and supporting Americans in having freedom of religion and conscience in healthcare. Rep. Harris made the following statement supporting the president's remarks: "I support President Trump in his remarks today and in his efforts to protect the conscience of Americans who provide health care. Just last month, I led 80 Members of Congress in introducing the Conscience Protection Act, H.R. 2014, which amends the Public Health Service Act to prevent any federal, state, or local government from penalizing or discriminating against a health care provider if the provider does not participate in highly controversial abortion practices. As a physician and lawmaker, I support conscience protection because I strongly believe that health care providers should not be forced to violate thei… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:25:46Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-join-vice-president-mike-pence-baltimore-ice-field | Congressman Andy Harris to Join Vice President Mike Pence at the Baltimore ICE Field Office | 2019-05-01 | 2019 | 2019-05 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) will join Vice President Mike Pence at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Field Office in Baltimore, Maryland on Wednesday, May 1st. Rep. Harris will accompany Vice President Pence on a tour of the ICE Baltimore Field Office and meet with ICE employees. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:25:46Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/chesapeake-bay-healing-more-work-needed-stay-track-andy-harris | Chesapeake Bay is healing but more work needed to stay on track: Andy Harris | 2019-04-26 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | As President Theodore Roosevelt once said, We have fallen heirs to the most glorious heritage a people ever received, and each one must do his part if we wish to show that the nation is worthy of its good fortune. This week is Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week in Maryland. While we have made much progress in restoring the bay, we must continue to do our part to preserve the bay for future generations. For over a century, the Chesapeake was ravaged by overharvests, sewage contamination, and excess nutrient and sediment runoff.The result was plummeting crab and oyster yields, polluted, litter-filled waters, and extreme degradation of underwater habitats upon which the entire ecosystem relies. However, over the last three decades we have made significant progress to reverse these trends... | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/federal-move-could-bring-more-crab-pickers-marylands-eastern-shore | Federal move could bring more crab pickers to Maryland's Eastern Shore | 2019-04-18 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | The Maryland crabbingindustry may see some relief as blue crab season heads into full swing. Each fiscal year, the H-2B visa program brings more than 60,000 temporary foreign workers into the United States tofillnon-agricultural jobs. In Maryland, those visas have provided the Eastern Shore crab pickers on which the state's seafood industry depends. In thedays beforethen-Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen resigned from her Trump administration post on April 7, it wasannounced that 30,000 moreH-2B visas would be awarded for the remainder of fiscal year 2019. Visas are allocated based on fiscal years, with a total 66,000 available each year and split down the middle, with 33,000 awarded during the first half of the year and another 33,000 during the second... | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/announcement-congressional-art-competition-maryland-s-first-district | Announcement of Congressional Art Competition for Marylands First District | 2019-04-04 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) is pleased to announce that the 2019 Congressional Art Competition is now open for submissions. The competition recognizes talented high school artists from around the country, and is supported by the entirety of the U.S. House of Representatives. Winners from each congressional district will be eligible to attend the National Reception in Washington, D.C. All high school students in Maryland's First Congressional District are encouraged to apply. A winner from each congressional district will be chosen to display his or her artwork in the U.S. Capitol building for one year. I am pleased to announce that the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives are once again sponsoring a nation-wide high school art competition this spring, and I appreciate this opportunity to recognize the talented young artists of Maryland's First District, said Congressman Harris. I am continuously impressed by the submissions we receive and am honored to display the First District runners-up in my office. I eagerly anticipate seeing the winning piece from the First District hanging in the U.S. Capitol. Since the first Congressional Art Competition in 1982, over 650,000 high school students have submitted their art work to the competition judges. For full competition guidelines and the student release forms, please visit Congressman Harris' website at harris.house.gov. Go to the Services tab at the top of the screen and click on Art Competition. The deadline for submissions is April 18, 2019. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/announcement-congressional-art-competition-marylands-first-district | Announcement of Congressional Art Competition for Maryland’s First District | 2019-04-04 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) is pleased to announce that the 2019 Congressional Art Competition is now open for submissions. The competition recognizes talented high school artists from around the country, and is supported by the entirety of the U.S. House of Representatives. Winners from each congressional district will be eligible to attend the National Reception in Washington, D.C. All high school students in Maryland's First Congressional District are encouraged to apply. A winner from each congressional district will be chosen to display his or her artwork in the U.S. Capitol building for one year. "I am pleased to announce that the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives are once again sponsoring a nation-wide high school art competition this spring, and I appreciate this opportunity to recognize the talented young artists of Maryland's First District," said Congressman Harris. "I am continuously impressed by the submissions we receive and am honored to display the First District runners-up in my office. I eagerly anticipate seeing the winning piece from the First District hanging in the U.S. Capitol." Since the first Congressional Art Competition in 1982, over 650,000 high school students have submitted their art work to the competition judges. For full competition guidelines and the student release forms, please visit Congressman Harris' website at harris.house.gov. Go to the "Services" tab at the top of the screen and click on "Art Competition." The deadline for submissions is April 18, 2019. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:23:17Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-harris-applauds-department-homeland-security-h-2b-visa-increase | Congressman Harris Applauds Department of Homeland Security for H-2B Visa Increase | 2019-04-03 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Following the Department of Homeland Security's approval of an increase in H-2B visas, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) made the following statement: "Considering the low unemployment rate, the importance of the program to the local economy in Maryland's First Congressional District, and the constant oversubscription to the program, I support the Department of Homeland Security's decision to increase the number of H-2B visas by 30,000 this summer season. The H-2B visa program is a crucial resource for the seafood industry, the tourism industry, and other seasonal employers across the First District and supports thousands of related jobs held by American citizens. We have worked for years to see this increase of H-2B visas for workers, and I applaud the Department of Homeland Security and Sec. Kirstjen Nielsen for this decision." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:23:17Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/salisbury-post-office-dedicated-sgt-maj-wardell-turner | Salisbury Post Office dedicated to Sgt. Maj. Wardell Turner | 2019-04-02 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | The U.S. Post Office in Salisbury was renamed for Sgt. Maj. Wardell Turner at a ceremony that united guests in a spirit of warmth and gratifying memories. Sgt. Maj. Wardell Turner of Nanticoke was killed in Afghanistan. I can't wait to go today and I'm going to mail myself a letter at the Wardell B. Turner United States Post Office. Have the plaque ready by the time I get there, the Rev. Cam Carte said to laughter and hearty applause from the standing-room-only audience gathered at the American Legion Post No. 64 on Friday afternoon. Carte, Turner's high school friend and teammate, was among the dignitaries and loved ones honoring Turner with his wife, Katherine, daughter, Shayla, and young son. Three more sons were not able to attend... | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/harris-80-members-house-representatives-introduce-conscience-protection-act | Harris, 80 Members of the House of Representatives Introduce the Conscience Protection Act | 2019-04-01 | 2019 | 2019-04 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON—Representative Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) and 80 Members of the House of Representatives introduced the Conscience Protection Act on Monday, April 1, 2019. The Conscience Protection Act amends the Public Health Service Act to prevent government at the local, state, or federal level from discriminatory practices and penalization of health care providers that do not participate in highly controversial abortion services. Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), Rep. Jeff Fortenberry (NE-01), Rep. Mike Johnson (LA-04), Rep. Mark Meadows (NC-11), Rep. Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14), Rep. Matt Gaetz (FL-01), Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (TN-01), Rep. Vicky Hartzler (MO-04), Rep. Ralph Norman (SC-05), Rep. Ralph Abraham (LA-05), Rep. Jackie Walorski (IN-02), Rep. Joe Wilson (SC-02), Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04), Rep. Brian Babin (TX-36), Rep. John Joyce (PA-13), Rep. French Hill (AR-02), Rep. Roger Williams (TX-25), Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03), Rep. Pete Olson (TX-22), Rep. Larry Bucshon (IN-08), Rep. H. Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Rep. Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Rep. Kenny Marchant (TX-24), Rep. Austin Scott (GA-08), Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), Rep. Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Rep. Kevin Brady (TX-08), Rep. Ted Yoho (FL-03), Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02), Rep. Bob Gibbs (OH-07), Rep. Chris Collins (NY-27), Rep. Clay Higgins (LA-03), Rep. Jack Bergman (MI-01), Rep. Tom Cole (OK-04), Rep. Jody Hice (GA-10), Rep. Bill Johnson (OH-6), Rep. Rick Allen (GA-12), Rep. Rob Wittman (VA-01), Rep. Jeff Duncan (SC-03), Rep. Gregory Steube (FL-17), Rep. Steven Palazzo (MS-04), Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04), Rep. Steve Scalise (LA-01) wrote: "Health care providers must be protected from discriminatory practices and penalization if they choose not to participate in abortion services. The Conscience Protection Act upholds one of the most sincere fundamental American principles, which is the freedom of religion and conscience. This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to prevent any federal, state, or local government from penalizing or d… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:23:17Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harris-statement-failed-veto-override | Rep. Harris’ Statement on Failed Veto Override | 2019-03-26 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) made the following statement regarding his support of President Trump on the vote to override the President's veto of a bill that would block his declaration of a national emergency: "MS-13 gang violence, illegal smuggling of deadly drugs, and human trafficking are serious threats we need to address by securing our border. While Speaker Pelosi and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez choose to side with open borders and amnesty, I stand with the American people and with President Trump to secure our border by supporting his veto. Our southern border needs security that includes physical barriers, and our border patrol must have adequate funds to do their job and protect Americans' safety and national security. As long as MS-13 remains a serious problem in Maryland, I know that supporting comprehensive border security will help protect Maryland families against serious threats coming across our border illegally." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:20:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-statement-mueller-report | Congressman Andy Harris’ Statement on the Mueller Report | 2019-03-25 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) made the following statement about the release of findings by Special Counsel Robert Mueller on the 2016 presidential campaign for President Trump: "The United States government has spent two years, $25 million dollars, and a ridiculous amount of wasted time and energy on a special counsel that has officially exonerated the president from allegations of collusion with the Russian government during his 2016 presidential campaign. According to the Attorney General, there was no collusion between President Trump and the Russian government, and there was no obstruction of justice. Now it's time to move on and take care of the things that the American people really care about, like the economy and border security." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:20:25Z |
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/andy-harris-town-hall-guns-immigration-are-hot-topics | Andy Harris town hall: Guns, immigration are hot topics | 2019-03-22 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Rep. Andy Harris, R-Md.-1st., spoke to constituents at his Wicomico County town hall Monday evening on several topics, includingguns and immigration. The town hall at the Black Diamond Lodge in Fruitland brought out strong supporters and harsh critics. The five-term congressman talked about robocalls, mental health, opioids, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation andhis relationship with his constituents... | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/dicks-autohaus-recognized-53-years-business | Dick's Autohaus recognized for 53 years in business | 2019-03-22 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | QUEENSTOWN Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot and Congressman Andy Harris visited Dick's Autohaus Thursday afternoon, Feb. 28, to congratulate Dick Potter and present him with a Certificate of Recognition for 53 years in the Volkswagen maintenance and repair business in Queen Anne's County... | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/federal-officials-want-more-h-2b-visas-released | Federal Officials Want More H-2B Visas Released | 2019-03-22 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Sens. Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen, both D-Md., along with U.S. Rep Andy Harris, R-Md.-1st, signed on letters Thursday, March 7, urging DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen to authorize more visas to meet the needs of American small businesses... | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/in-the-news/rounds-tillis-say-release-more-h-2b-visas-needed-allow-temporary-workers-us | Rounds, Tillis say release of more H-2B visas needed to allow temporary workers into U.S. | 2019-03-22 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Sens. Mike Rounds (R-SD) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) led 138 members of Congress in urging the Trump administration to release the almost 70,000 already-authorized H-2B visas that would permit temporary, non-immigrant workers into the United States to fill critical seasonal job opportunities. If significant H-2B cap relief is not provided, there will be severe consequences for seasonal businesses and our economy generally, wrote Sens. Rounds and Tillis along with U.S. Reps. Andy Harris (R-MD) and Chellie Pingree (D-ME) and more than 130 other members in a bipartisan, bicameral letter sent to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen... | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andy-harris-announces-crisfield-town-hall | Congressman Andy Harris Announces Crisfield Town Hall | 2019-03-22 | 2019 | 2019-03 | Republican | House | MD | Andy Harris | H001052 | harris.house.gov | harris | https://harris.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) will host his fourth brick-and-mortar town hall meeting this month in Crisfield on Saturday, March 30th. All residents of Maryland's First District are welcome to attend the town hall to ask questions and voice their concerns about issues under consideration in Congress. Crisfield Town Hall Date: Saturday, March 30th Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM Location: Crisfield City Hall 319 Main Street, Crisfield, MD 21817 | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:20:25Z |
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