ICYMI – SENATOR ALSOBROOKS HELPS LOCATE MAGIC CALDER PAINT

Helped locate specialized paint for Alexander Calder sculpture restoration in Hart Senate Office Building.

“It was a persnickety detail, but vital to the project. Mr. Rower said his grandfather had a vision, and he wanted to honor it.”

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SENATOR ALSOBROOKS’ STATEMENT ON S.RES.852

Voted for resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices in West Bank.

“Whenever an American citizen is killed overseas, Congress has a responsibility to learn exactly what happened and what we can do to ensure it never happens again. I joined my colleagues in demanding the answers Americans deserve.”

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SENATOR ALSOBROOKS HOSTS REAL MEN, REAL TALK DISCUSSION AT BOWIE STATE UNIVERSITY

Hosted health discussion and community fair for men at Bowie State University.

“Our men and boys hear the world demand so much of them. Today they got to hear these important words: you are loved. We care what you’re going through. We’re concerned about your lives, and you don’t have to handle everything on your own.”

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ALSOBROOKS ‘NO’ ON FDA COMMISSIONER

Questioned FDA commissioner nominee on birth control and tobacco industry contributions; announced opposition to confirmation.

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Alsobrooks, Wyden Continue to Build the Case Against RFK Jr.

Released report documenting RFK Jr.'s harmful actions as HHS Secretary and called for his resignation or firing.

“take any appropriate steps to update the United States childhood and adolescent vaccine schedule”

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ALSOBROOKS, LICCARDO CALL ON DIRECTOR PULTE TO PRIORITIZE “MISSING MIDDLE” HOUSING FUNDING

Urged FHFA Director to prioritize affordable housing funding for mid-sized multifamily developments.

“There is a clear need for more housing developments in this range (5-to-49 units) in urban and rural communities across the country.”

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Protect College Sports Act of 2026

Mr. President, I would like to thank my colleague from Virginia for his leadership on this critical bill. Both Maryland and Virginia have uniquely felt the pain from this administration's effort to attack Federal workers. They are our constituents, patriots who serve this country no matter the…

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ALSOBROOKS VOTES NO ON CLARITY ACT

Opposed Clarity Act cloture vote for lacking ethics provisions to hold officials accountable.

“When I voted in May to advance the CLARITY Act out of the Banking Committee, I was clear that now is the time to regulate digital assets and protect consumers.”

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ALSOBROOKS ON CNN – MEASLES CRISIS DIRECTLY TIED TO RFK JR.

Criticized RFK Jr. and HHS leadership for disinformation contributing to measles outbreak surge.

“Well, what we know is that we’re seeing a serious surge in these measles cases. This is something I’ve been discussing since last year when we [saw] the outbreak of measles across our country, now going from 285 cases just in 2024 to over 2,777 cases.”

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SENATOR ALSOBROOKS CELEBRATES OFFICE OPENING, VISITS HEALTH CENTER, MEETS WITH SENIORS, AND MORE IN WESTERN MARYLAND

Opened new office in Frederick and visited health center and seniors in Western Maryland.

“What I’ve seen and heard as I’ve gone around the state – and heard today in Western and Mountain Maryland – is that residents everywhere want the same things.”

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ALSOBROOKS: MARYLANDERS CAN’T AFFORD LIFE UNDER PRESIDENT TRUMP

Criticized Trump administration policies for raising costs on Maryland families for gas, groceries, and electricity.

“Gas prices are skyrocketing, groceries are still unaffordable, and millions have been kicked off their health care because of this President’s actions. Marylanders can’t afford life under President Trump.”

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Remembering Richard Calvin Montgomery

Mr. President, I would like to honor the life and legacy of Richard Calvin Montgomery, an accomplished filmmaker, music industry executive, storyteller, and devoted community servant whose creativity, generosity, and commitment to uplifting others left an enduring mark on Prince George's County and…

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ALSOBROOKS ON CNN – RFK JR. IS MAKING AMERICANS SICKER AND POORER

Criticized RFK Jr. for spreading misinformation and endangering public health during CNN interview.

“[RFK Jr.] is presently causing harm to Americans. Where we see Cyclospora. People are asking why they’re in the emergency rooms. Measles [cases] are at the highest rates that we’ve seen in 35 years. The fact that we have canceled important research.”

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ALSOBROOKS ON CNN: OUR COUNTRY IS IN A RACE TO THE BOTTOM WITH REPUBLICANS AT THE HELM

Criticized Republican focus on Dr. Fauci investigation while public health crises worsen.

“These Republicans have now become the masters of the Jedi mind trick. They prefer for us to focus on Anthony Fauci at a time when Cyclospora is spreading through our communities; it is surging. Where we see measles at the highest rates that we’ve seen in 35 years, where RFK Jr.”

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ALSOBROOKS LEADS SENATORS IN INTRODUCING BILL TO END TARIFFS ON BACK-TO-SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Introduced bill to exempt back-to-school supplies from tariffs.

“Families and teachers should be focused on preparing children for a successful school year–not worrying about whether they can afford the supplies students need to learn.”

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ICYMI – ALSOBROOKS ON MS NOW: AMERICANS ARE DONE SETTLING FOR THE STATUS QUO

Criticized Trump administration's war policy and its impact on working-class Americans.

“The truth is this president took our country into a war without a strategic aim, and he had no idea how to get our country out of this war. We voted here 13 different times to end the war.”

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ALSOBROOKS, GILLIBRAND INTRODUCE NEW TAX CREDIT FOR SENIORS TO INSTALL AGING-RELATED MODIFICATIONS TO THEIR HOMES

Introduced tax credit legislation to help seniors install aging-related home modifications.

“We have a responsibility to care for our seniors. This critical legislation allows for seniors to stay in their homes – for many that means homes they love and have been in for decades – and install essential, aging related modifications.”

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ALSOBROOKS, WARREN, AND SENATORS INVESTIGATE RFK JR.’S UNRESOLVED FINANCIAL CONFLICTS, QUESTION WHETHER HIS FAMILY IS PROFITING FROM BOGUS VACCINE LAWSUITS

Opened investigation into whether HHS Secretary Kennedy's family is profiting from vaccine settlement.

“This settlement appears to reinforce a lucrative and dangerous playbook – litigators with ties to anti-vaccine organizations sue drug companies with scientifically dubious claims and undermine trust in vaccines and America’s public health as a result”

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Senator Alsobrooks Votes Yes AGAIN to Advance Iran War Powers Resolution

Voted for Iran War Powers Resolution; criticized Republicans for blocking it.

“Here is my message to my Republican colleagues: you don’t need to pray for this war to end—vote to end it.”

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Senator Alsobrooks Votes Yes AGAIN on Iran War Powers Resolution

Voted for War Powers Resolution to end Iran war; urged Republican colleagues to support it.

“I have heard from my colleagues across the aisle saying they are praying for an end to this war. I urge them to vote for that too.”

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ALSOBROOKS, BARRAGÁN INTRODUCE THREE BILLS TO CLOSE GAPS IN DENTAL COVERAGE

Introduced three bills to expand dental coverage under CHIP, Medicaid, and Medicare.

“No one. No child, adult, or senior should have to choose between affording groceries or being able to have access to dental treatment. I am so proud to be introducing three bills to address this issue and to finally ensure quality, affordable access to dental care for Marylanders – and all Americans.”

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ALSOBROOKS, CRAMER INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO EASE FEDERAL PERMITTING PROCESS FOR TRANSIT

Introduced bipartisan bill to streamline federal permitting for transit and passenger rail projects.

“I am proud to partner with Senator Cramer in introducing the Modal Parity in Permitting Act. This bipartisan bill will allow transit and passenger rail projects to have the same flexibility as highway projects when it comes to securing the property they need while their environmental reviews move forward.”

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ALSOBROOKS JOINS 60+ COLLEAGUES IN COSPONSORING LEGISLATION TO HOLD PURCHASERS OF RUSSIAN OIL ACCOUNTABLE

Cosponsored bipartisan bill to sanction purchasers of Russian oil and gas.

“Vladimir Putin’s illegal war in Ukraine has raged on for too long and cost countless innocent lives. This critical legislation will hold the enablers of Putin’s war machine accountable and represents one of the most consequential Congressional efforts to promote peace in Europe. Let’s get this done”

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ALSOBROOKS: KEITH SONDERLING IS THE WRONG PICK TO BE LABOR SEC

Opposed Keith Sonderling's nomination as Labor Secretary over collective bargaining concerns.

“When we last met and had our last exchange, it was in February, and it was at that time that I asked you a question about whether collective bargaining agreements were legally enforceable.”

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ALSOBROOKS: RUSSELL VOUGHT HAS TRAUMATIZED OUR CIVIL SERVANTS AND DESTROYED THE CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU

Criticized CFPB acting director for traumatizing federal employees through job losses.

“The 160,000 federal employees in my state – these are the patriots of our country who have worked for decades. They did not care whether the president is a Democrat or Republican. They are here to serve the American people, and they will not forget how they were treated, and neither will I.”

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