Congressman Ruppersberger's E-Newsletter for August 2009

Congressman Ruppersberger Appears on Fox 45 Morning News to Talk About Health Care

Several bills reforming America’s health care system are being discussed in the United States House and Senate. Congressman Ruppersberger discussed the legislation on Fox 45 Morning News in Baltimore. In the United States, there are an estimated 47 million Americans without health insurance; 800,000 live in Maryland. Read More…

Click here to view a clip of Congressman Ruppersberger talking about health care on Fox Morning News

Congressman Ruppersberger Holds Workshop to Help Non-Profits Get Stimulus Money

Congressman Ruppersberger held the workshop at Anne Arundel Community College to help non-profit organizations apply for grants made available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, known as the stimulus bill. Maryland received $3.9 billion to create and save jobs in the state, make important infrastructure improvements, and offer other assistance to individuals and businesses in the form of tax cuts and direct payments. Read More…

Congressman Ruppersberger Supports Search for New Developer for Fort Howard

After lengthy delays, the Department of Veterans Affairs just announced it has terminated the current plan to develop a veteran’s facility at Fort Howard in Baltimore County. Congressman Ruppersberger supports the VA's search for a new developer committed to creating a high-quality, affordable community for Maryland veterans and their families. Read More…