Press Releases & Statements
CARDIN/HOYER/S. JOHNSON BILL HONORING KOREAN WAR VETERANS PASSES HOUSE, HEADED TO PRESIDENT
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD), House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) and U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (R-TX) hailed House passage today of legislation they have sponsored to grant a Federal Charter to the Korean War Veterans Association (KWVA), one of the few veterans' service organizations of its size that has not been recognized with the prestigious classification. The bill, which has already passed the Senate, will now be sent to the President. "… Continue Reading
June 17, 2008
CARDIN, MIKULSKI APPLAUD PASSAGE OF BILL TO PROVIDE INDEPENDENCE FOR D.C. WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Benjamin L. Cardin and Barbara A. Mikulski (both D-Md.), today announced that the Senate has unanimously passed the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority Independence Preservation Act (H.R. 5778). Sponsored in the House by Team Maryland colleague Congressman Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), this legislation reaffirms the Water and Sewer Authority's (WASA) role as an independent regional entity serving Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia ratepayers, c… Continue Reading
June 16, 2008
CARDIN ANNOUNCES $100,000 IN FUNDING FOR WATER TRAILS PORTION OF NEW STAR-SPANGLED BANNER NATIONAL HISTORIC TRAIL
BLADENSBURG, MD -- U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin today joined with U.S. Congressman Chris Van Hollen (MD-8), and National Park Service officials at Bladensburg Waterfront Park to announce a $100,000 Chesapeake Bay Watertrails Network grant to address stewardship, access and interpretation of the water trails portion of the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. Senator Cardin first introduced legislation to create the Trail in 2003, and the bill was signed into law on M… Continue Reading
June 13, 2008
STATEMENT FROM U.S. SENATOR BENJAMIN L. CARDINON DEATH OF TIM RUSSERT
I am deeply saddened by the news of the death of Tim Russert, one of the most passionate, committed and responsible journalists of our time. His dedication to fair, relevant, and quality reporting was unparalleled. His untimely death is a blow to all of us who knew him and who depended on his insights and analysis. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and co-workers in this very difficult time.… Continue Reading
June 12, 2008
STATEMENT BY U.S. SENATOR BENJAMIN L. CARDIN ON THE SUPREME COURT RULING BOUMEDIENE v. BUSH
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Benjamin L., Cardin (D-MD), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and Co-Chair of the U.S. Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe (U.S. Helsinki Commission) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court Ruling in Boumediene v. Bush: "I commend the majority of the Supreme Court that voted 5-4 to reject, once again, the Bush Administration's unsound detention policies, which hold accused terrorists wi… Continue Reading
June 12, 2008
CARDIN URGES SENATE TO ACT ON ESSENTIAL FIXES TO MEDICARE
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD) today expressed outrage that a minority of Senators has blocked the Senate from even considering important, time-sensitive legislation that would benefit seniors, the disabled and the providers who care for them. By a vote of 54-39, the Senate fell short of the 60 votes necessary to move forward debate on the bipartisan Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (S. 3101). "Seniors and healthcare providers nationwide ar… Continue Reading
June 12, 2008
TEAM MARYLAND CALLS FOR RESOLUTION TO FORT HOWARD DISPUTES
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Benjamin L. Cardin and Barbara A. Mikulski (both D-Md.) and Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger (D-Md.), sent a letter the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today calling for an immediate meeting to reconcile a number of stumbling blocks that have halted the development of Fort Howard as an assisted living facility for Maryland veterans. The letter is below: We are very concerned that the development … Continue Reading
June 11, 2008
STATEMENT ON GAS PRICE LEGISLATION
MR. CARDIN: MR. PRESIDENT, I TAKE THIS TIME ON BEHALF OF MARYLANDERS WHO ARE WORRIED. THEY'RE WORRIED BECAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF ENERGY, WORRIED ABOUT THE COST OF FILLING UP THEIR TANK, THEIR CAR WITH GASOLINE, AND THEY WANT US TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT. THEY'RE LOOKING TO US. THEY RECALL JUST SEVEN YEARS AGO WHEN PRESIDENT BUSH TOOK OFFICE, THE PRICE WAS JUST OVER $2 A GALLON. IT IS HAVING A DIRECT IMPACT ON PEOPLE IN MY STATE BEING ABLE TO AFFORD TO OPERATE THEIR AUTOMOBILES.… Continue Reading
June 11, 2008
CARDIN, MIKULSKI ANNOUNCE $35,000 FOR HURLOCK POLICE DEPARTMENT
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Benjamin L. Cardin and Barbara A. Mikulski (both D-Md.) today announced that the Hurlock Police Department in Dorchester has been awarded a $35,000 Economic Impact Initiative Grant from the USDA's Rural Development program to purchase two new patrol cars for the police department. "Hurlock residents need to know that their police department has the resources to carry out its duties," said Senator Cardin. "I am pleased that th… Continue Reading
June 09, 2008
TEAM MARYLAND, NATIONAL PARK SERVICECELEBRATE NEW STAR-SPANGLED BANNER TRAIL AT FT. MCHENRY CEREMONY
BALTIMORE - U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD) joined with U.S. Congressmen John Sarbanes (MD-3 rd), Steny Hoyer (MD-5 th) , Dutch Ruppersberger (MD-2 nd) , Baltimore County Executive James T. Smith and officials from the National Park Service today to celebrate the creation of The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail at Ft. McHenry National Monument & Historic Shrine. The bill creating the Trail passed Congress and was signed into law on M… Continue Reading
June 09, 2008
CARDIN, MIKULSKI FIGHT FOR FEDERAL INVESTMENT IN BRAC-RELATED TRANSPORTATION COSTS
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Benjamin L. Cardin and Barbara A. Mikulski (both D-Md.) today called on Defense Department Brigadier General Brian R. Layer urging the Department of Defense (DOD) to help fulfill the federal government's obligation to fully fund the 2005 Base and Realignment Closure (BRAC) recommendations by providing $21 million for BRAC-related transportation improvements. The Defense Access Road (DAR) Program allows the military to pay its fair share of the cost of … Continue Reading
June 06, 2008
CARDIN SAYS GLOBAL WARMING BILL IS READY FOR THE NEXT PRESIDENT
ANNAPOLIS, MD -- Speaking on the bank of the Chesapeake Bay, U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD) today expressed his disappointment that the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act failed a procedural vote. He wasted no time affixing blame to those who have stalled and blocked this landmark legislation from moving forward. "This morning the U.S. Senate took a vote that effectively killed global warming legislation this year. The final outcome was not surprising… Continue Reading
June 05, 2008
CARDIN LEADS PUSH FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FUNDING IN LIEBERMAN-WARNER CLIMATE SECURITY ACT
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin, a member of the Senate Environmental Committee and co-sponsor of the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act (S. 3036), continues to highlight the key role public transportation has in America's urgent drive for energy independence. The Senate is considering this landmark legislation throughout the week. "The Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act would be the most aggressive global warming bill in the world, slashing American greenhouse gas emissi… Continue Reading
June 05, 2008
CARDIN, MIKULSKI ANNOUNCE $100,000 FOR FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Benjamin L. Cardin and Barbara A. Mikulski (both D-Md.) today announced the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded $100,000 to Frostburg State University (FSU) for the FSU Coal & Shale Analysis Laboratory, which will provide chemical analysis of coal and shale reserves in Western Maryland. "This federal funding is an investment in jobs today and jobs tomorrow. If Western Maryland is going to be more competitive, we must focus … Continue Reading
June 04, 2008
IN SUPPORT OF THE BUDGET CONFERENCE AGREEMENT
Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, I rise in strong support of the Fiscal Year 2009 Budget Resolution Conference Report. As a member of the Committee, I want to recognize Chairman Conrad and thank him personally for his untiring efforts to craft a blueprint that will get our nation's fiscal house back in order. Perhaps more than at any time in our history, it is imperative that Congress focus seriously on our nation's budget situation. The competing demands of an aging popu… Continue Reading
June 04, 2008
CARDIN CALLS FOR SWIFT ACTION ON GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE LEGISLATION
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin, a member of the Environment and Public Works Committee, spoke in support of the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act (Boxer substitute) on the floor of the United States Senate today. The following is an excerpt of his remarks. His full floor statement is available at cardin.senate.gov. "Today, America takes a major step forward in reasserting our leadership on the world stage. The Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act would be the most aggr… Continue Reading
June 03, 2008
SENATOR CARDIN APPOINTS CARROLL COUNTY TEEN TO BE SENATE PAGE
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin today announced that he has appointed Lauren Hickey of Carroll County to be a U.S. Senate Page this summer. Lauren, 17, will be a senior at Westminster High School in September and will serve as a Senate Page from June 9 to June 27. "Lauren is my first appointment to the U.S. Senate Page program, and I couldn't be more pleased. Senate Pages learn about the inner-workings of the U.S. Senate and are given a wonderful opportunity to be a… Continue Reading
June 02, 2008
BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, today America takes a major step forward in reasserting our leadership on the world stage. Upon enactment, the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act will be the most aggressive climate change bill in the world, slashing American greenhouse gas emissions by two-thirds by mid-century, putting America in the lead in reducing harmful emissions. Let me begin by acknowledging the tremendous leadership of Senators Lieberman, Warner and Boxer. They … Continue Reading
June 02, 2008
GREENING THE SUPPLY CHAIN
Good morning. It's a pleasure to be with you. The purpose of this conference is to showcase initiatives that Steelcase, Johnson Controls, General Motors, Baxter International and their partners have made to "green" their supply chains. Greening the supply chain will have an enormously positive impact on energy use and the environment - it's like a stone thrown into a pond: the ripples head in all directions and keep going. I want to thank the co-hosts of today's conference… Continue Reading
May 29, 2008
CARDIN, MIKUSLKI ANNOUNCE FUNDING FOR GARRETT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Benjamin L. Cardin and Barbara A. Mikulski (both D-Md.) today announced the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded $30,000 to the Garrett County Board of County Commissioners for Project Lead the Way, a program that will help prepare 10th grade students for both careers and postsecondary education in engineering fields. "Education is the cornerstone of the American Dream, and training in science, technology, engineering an… Continue Reading
