Statements and posts
9 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Congressman Harris Addresses Ocean City Beach Erosion with Army Corps Following Weekend Storm
Applauded $25.7 million Army Corps contract for Ocean City beach erosion recovery.
“I spoke directly with Army Corps Baltimore District Commander Colonel Pera about restoring Ocean City’s beach following this weekend’s storm, and I applaud the new $25.7 million contract for the town’s berm reconstruction. This funding will help Ocean City recover from the storm and prepare for future storms.”
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Congressman Harris Announces $2.1 Million for University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Announced $2.1 million in federal funding for University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
“UMES has a long history of educating students on the Eastern Shore and preparing graduates for careers in Maryland and across the country. This $2.1 million in funding will strengthen academic programs and provide additional resources for students.”
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Congressman Harris Introduces Legislation to Suspend Federal Gas Tax
Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), introduced legislation to temporarily suspend the federal gas tax, delivering immediate relief to American drivers and truckers ahead of the midterm elections.
“Families and truckers need some immediate relief from the high cost of fuel to drive to work or haul goods across this country. It’s time right now to temporarily suspend the federal gas and diesel tax until the end of the year. Hardworking American taxpayers deserve that break.”
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REP. HARRIS: FIVE YEARS AFTER THE ADIRIM MANDATORY VACCINE MEMO, PUT HER UNDER OATH
Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D., physician and former Naval Reserve medical officer, calls on Chairman James Comer, Chairman Rand Paul, and Chairman Ron Johnson to bring Dr. Terry Adirim in to testify under oath.
“I know the difference between a clinical recommendation and an order with a discharge packet attached.”
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Congressman Harris Announces $6 Million USDA Investment in Invasive Catfish Processing
Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, today announced $6 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant funding to…
“Invasive blue catfish are reducing the blue crab and native fish populations that Maryland watermen harvest and sell. Increasing processing capacity will strengthen the market for wild-caught catfish, expand opportunities for watermen and seafood processors, and remove more invasive fish from the Bay. I thank Secretary…”
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Congressman Harris Announces U.S. Service Academy Information Night for High School Students
Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that his Service Academy Information Night will be held in person on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET at the McFaul Activity Center, located at 525 W. MacPhail Rd., Bel Air,…
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Congressman Harris Announces $99 Million Defense Contract Bringing Jobs to Maryland’s Eastern Shore
Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) announced that Hardwire, LLC, an advanced manufacturing company based in Worcester County, has been awarded a $99,000,000 defense contract for work at the company’s Pocomoke City facility in…
“Hardwire continues to create skilled manufacturing jobs and expand defense production in Maryland’s First District. The company will produce steel and titanium components for armored military vehicles supporting our men and women in uniform. As a veteran and senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will…”
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Congressman Harris Attends White Marlin Open in Ocean City
Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) attended the 53rd White Marlin Open, joining anglers, tournament organizers, local officials, and members of the Ocean City community during one of the Eastern Shore's premier annual events.
“The White Marlin Open is one of the biggest weeks of the year for Ocean City. It brings visitors from across the country and keeps local marinas, charter boats, hotels, restaurants, and small businesses busy. That's why maintaining the Ocean City Inlet is so important, and why I secured funding to dredge the federal…”
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Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that four law enforcement agencies across Maryland's First Congressional District have been awarded a combined $91,069 through the U.S. Department of Justice's Edward Byrne Memorial…