During a tour of the Montgomery County Health Department’s Silver Spring Center with @govwesmoore.bsky.social, I saw our community fighting to defend the health and well being of Maryland's hard working families.

Today I joined @govwesmoore.bsky.social at Montgomery County Health Department’s Silver Spring Center, standing up to protect healthcare and cuts to Medicaid access and other critical services.

My office is always open to answer your questions — shutdown or not.

No one wants a shutdown, but our country’s values and health are at stake. This week I met Tony Gonzales, a father diagnosed with cancer and now undergoing chemo. If current ACA tax credits are not included in this CR, he won’t be able to afford premiums, which are projected to nearly double.

I was proud to join Governor Moore and members of our federal and state delegations this morning in Annapolis. Standing united, we discussed the shutdown and outlined how Maryland Democrats will be moving forward — to reopen the government and support Marylanders through this uncertain time.

Today marks the start of Yom Kippur, a time for reflection, atonement and renewal. To all observing, may this holy day bring you clarity, compassion and a renewed commitment to family and community.

When they shut down, we stand up. My colleagues from the @demwomencaucus.bsky.social, @housedemocrats.bsky.social, as well as Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and other county leaders joined me in my district this afternoon at the UpCounty Regional Services Center.

In the early hours of this government shutdown I got straight to work. I spent this morning on WUSA 9 discussing the shutdown and its potential impact on our neighbors, especially the 35,000 federal workers in our district. www.wusa9.com/video/news/n...

With 11 hours left to prevent a shutdown, I’m with my fellow Members @repvindman.bsky.social and @susielee.house.gov on the House floor. We’re here to work, fighting hard to keep our government up and running.

Americans deserve better than a shutdown. At this crucial moment, we must work together: for our constituents, our federal workers, and our country.

Congratulations to ALonna Soward-Puryear, Maryland’s 2026 Teacher of the Year! At Monocacy Elementary School, ALonna has created an innovative, compassionate classroom environment, making an impact on the Frederick community and every child who passes through her classroom.

Last night I attended the Second Batukamma Festival Celebration at Oakdale High School — a vibrant cultural festival that honors the spirit of togetherness, tradition, and joy.

September is National Recovery Month, a time to honor the courage of those in recovery and the families, friends, and neighbors who walk alongside them. The opioid and addiction crisis has touched nearly every community in Maryland, but so has resilience.

Today marks the anniversary of the 1977 Food Stamp Act—a law that has helped generations of families in Maryland’s 6th put food on the table. Now, the Big Budget Bill delivers the largest cut to SNAP in history. 1 in 9 families in our district rely on this program, and half of those are children.

Today, a constituent came to my office and dropped off this t-shirt. It displays a sad truth: when our government neglects vital research, the American people are left to cover the cost.

During International Week of the Deaf, I’m proud to celebrate the incredible contributions of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community right here in Maryland’s 6th.

One of the greatest honors I have as your representative is nominating talented young people for our U.S. Service Academies. These institutions offer a world-class education and the opportunity to serve our nation with pride and purpose.

I’m saddened by the passing of former Delegate Sue Hecht, a true trailblazer who led with compassion and conviction. Sue broke barriers for women in politics and mentored so many who followed in her path.

The Trump administration’s recent changes to the BEAD broadband program could put reliable internet out of reach for rural and underserved communities. By removing the preference for fiber, these revisions may lead to higher costs and lower-quality service. rollcall.com/2025/09/15/c...

As a voice for the rural communities in Maryland’s 6th and a Member of the Agriculture Committee, I know that good legislation comes from good-faith conversations.

During yesterday’s small business tour with Golden Mile Alliance, I saw firsthand how their work has reimagined Route 40. These businesses showcase the best of our district, but their successes didn’t come easy—they’re a result of the planning, collaboration and devotion of owners and employees.

As a farmer’s daughter and the only Marylander on @houseagdems, I adore going to a fair! From the fried food and funnel cake to the barns with blue ribbon produce, my day at the Great Frederick Fair was filled with fun.

At yesterday’s grand opening of Meritus Commons, it was my pleasure to present a certificate to the advocates who made it all possible.

It’s always amazing to be a part of the annual Poolesville Day “Fair Access” breakfast. I heard their needs — the MD Agriculture Reserve and our rural communities deserve equal access to high-speed broadband, infrastructure, quality health care, and adequate transportation options.

Our federal workers keep this country running — their work is essential, selfless, and too often unseen. I sat down with @afscme.bsky.social, the largest union of U.S. public workers, and @afscmemd.org President Patrick Moran, to discuss the Big Budget Bill.

I visited the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center yesterday — a global leader in science and home to the nation’s preeminent Bee Lab. This irreplaceable hub of agricultural research has been slated for closure by the administration.

Shana Tova to all in Maryland’s 6th! As we welcome Rosh Hashanah, may this new year bring health, hope and community to every family in our district. Let’s cherish our shared blessings and continue building a stronger, more caring Maryland together.

As a communications lawyer and longtime nonprofit advocate, the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s show was jarring. Freedom of speech, and of our press, underpins our democracy and who we are as Americans. www.washingtonpost.com/entertainmen...

As we prepare for a farm bill to reach the House floor, I’m at @houseagdems.bsky.social to speak with industry leaders about the need for a staffed, functional USDA to make real change happen for our rural communities.

My statement on my “NO” vote on today’s CR.

Our rural communities put their differences aside to build collaborative, pragmatic solutions — a skill we can all learn from. It’s our turn to bridge the digital divide and advocate for these communities as they do for one another, and I’m fighting with @houseagdems.bsky.social to do just that.

My statement on the resolution condemning political violence and the assassination of Charlie Kirk:

Farmers feed us. Families count on food aid. Neighbors depend on affordable health care. These are the building blocks of a strong community — and they’re under threat. I spoke to WYPR about how I’m fighting against shortsighted cuts that would hurt the very people who make our district strong.

Our food security, businesses, and community health depends on our farmers—when they’re in crisis, we need to act. As Maryland's only voice for key producers of our specialty crops, I’m working on the @houseagdems.bsky.social to meet our agriculture workers where they are.

BARC has brought innovative solutions and vital research to Maryland for years, and as Dr. Sagili said, its location in Maryland is critical to reaching Americans far and wide. In the face of the USDA's reorganization, I’m fighting to defend our research and the future BARC is working to protect.

This month we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month—honoring the traditions, culture, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. From small businesses to classrooms, from the arts to public service, these communities enrich Maryland and our nation every day.

September is Hunger Action Month—a reminder that no parent should have to skip a meal so their child can eat, and no senior should have to choose between groceries and medicine. Yet the Budget Bill makes the largest cut to SNAP in our nation’s history, threatening the very basics families rely on.

I joined @capac.house.gov to be a voice for AAPI Marylanders. Today, thanks to APAICS, I met inspiring leaders and felt the strength and creativity of Maryland’s vibrant AAPI community. I’m committed to supporting their efforts and helping their vision for opportunity become a reality.

Firefighters put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Earlier this year, sudden National Fire Academy cancellations left departments scrambling and communities at risk. I introduced the FLAME Act to ensure our first responders have the support they deserve. tristatealert.com/after-nation...

Headed into the @houseagdems.bsky.social hearing on specialty crop insurance! I’m fighting for the policies that help our farmers thrive. Every orchard, field, and family farm matters. As Maryland's only voice on the Ag Committee, I’m proud to bring their voices to Washington.

I’m so proud of Allegany College of Maryland and excited to see David Jones inaugurated as its next President. Team McClain Delaney was honored to celebrate this milestone with the ACM family, and I look forward to being a strong partner as President Jones expands opportunities for our community.

The families and businesses in my district are grappling with devastating cuts by this Administration, but us Marylanders have something they can't break: community. Maryland’s 6th always rises to the occasion, and we’re committed to standing with them and finding solutions together.

Farmers trust USDA with their most personal info when applying for loans or aid. That trust was broken when DOGE, a private project with no oversight, accessed USDA systems. I introduced the Protecting Agricultural Borrower Info Act to keep data safe and restore accountability.

I’m deeply saddened to learn of another act of gruesome gun violence—a grim punctuation point on how fractured we are as people in this country.

1 in 9 families in our district rely on SNAP to put food on the table. Cutting this lifeline means kids going to bed hungry, parents skipping meals so their children can eat, and seniors forced to choose between groceries and medicine. I will never stop fighting these cruel cuts.

Glad to join @repbarragan.bsky.social and @menendez.house.gov to protect this critical program. During the devastating flash floods in Westernport, every minute mattered. Thanks to timely alerts, lives were saved—but we’ve also seen the tragedy that can occur when these systems aren’t in place.

Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking with UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO President Gino Renne. Our workers built–and continue to build–our country, and I’m proud to stand with our unions every step of the way.

Glad to sit down today with @govwesmoore.bsky.social at the U.S. Capitol. As Team Maryland, we discussed FEMA aid, support for our farmers and rural areas, investments in infrastructure and pushing back against harmful cuts to Medicaid, SNAP and the vital services Marylanders rely on every day.

My statement after voting no on the House Majority’s Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act:

For over a year, I’ve worked tirelessly to restore these funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law because I know how much safer roads, reduced congestion and stronger infrastructure mean to families and communities across our district.