Congressman Ruppersberger's E-Newsletter for June, 2008
Congressman Ruppersberger Honors Maryland's Rich History with Star-Spangled Banner Commemorative Coin
Legislation that creates the coin passed the House just in time for the Memorial Day Holiday. Members of the City College Choir performed the national anthem during a special ceremony. Read More…
Click here to see Dutch on TV talking about the coin legislation.
Congressman Ruppersberger Continues to Call on FERC to Deny the Application to Build an LNG Facility at Sparrow's Point
Congressman Ruppersberger believes safety, security, and quality of life for residents must be considered in addition to the Environmental Impact Statement. Read More…
Congressman Ruppersberger Calls on Congress to Pass the "No Child Left Inside Act"
Congressman Ruppersberger joined Congressman Sarbanes and Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley to draw attention to measure at the Patuxent Wildlife Refuge in Laurel. Local students were on hand to plant bay grasses and learn about protecting the Chesapeake Bay in honor of Earth Day. Read More…
Congressman Ruppersberger Honors Five Local Volunteers for their Service to Maryland Veterans
Congressman Ruppersberger announced the recipients of the 2nd District Congressional Veteran Volunteer Award. Read More…
Congressman Ruppersberger and His Colleagues on Capitol Hill Pass an Economic Stimulus Package
Americans are starting to receive their stim'lus checks that average $1,800 for a family of four. Seniors and disabled veterans who don’t usually file a tax return are eligible if they apply before October, 15, 2008. Read More…
June is National Rivers Month
This month, Marylanders learn about ways to preserve our beautiful creeks, streams, rivers, and the Chesapeake Bay through recreational and educational activities. Click here for more information about rivers in our region.