April McClain Delaney
U.S. Representative · MD-6 · Democrat
Statements and posts
186 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Secured USDA disaster designation for Maryland farmers affected by April freeze.
“This designation is an important step forward, but our work is not done. I will continue working with Governor Moore, Secretary Atticks, USDA, and our agricultural community to ensure every impacted farmer receives the support and resources they need to recover, rebuild, and thrive.”
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Led letter demanding Commerce Department release $65 billion in withheld broadband funding.
“BEAD was carefully designed to bring affordable, high-speed broadband to every corner of every state of this country, and to ensure that each state was deeply engaged in the planning, deployment and accessibility of the program for its own residents and for their community needs.”
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Rep. McClain Delaney Votes Against the Republicans' Reconciliation Bill
Voted against Republican reconciliation bill, criticizing lack of affordability solutions and ICE funding.
“As Maryland families are struggling with the rising costs of groceries, housing, health care, and childcare, the House GOP is jamming through legislation that addresses none of the affordability issues.”
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Statement: Agriculture Appropriations Bill Fails to Support Our Farmers and Rural Communities
Opposed FY27 Agriculture Appropriations bill for failing to support farmers, cutting SNAP, and including anti-LGBTQ+ provisions.
“I sadly could not support the FY27 Ag Appropriations bill as it failed to support our farmers and rural communities counting on me to lower costs and expand opportunity.”
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Rep. McClain Delaney Applauds Court Decision Reversing Trump's Kennedy Center Renaming
Praised court decision reversing Trump's Kennedy Center renaming.
“When Donald Trump turned the Kennedy Center into a monument to himself, I introduced legislation to stop him.”
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Urged Allegany County to condemn Bel Air-Pinto Water System over excessive rate increases.
“The combination of escalating and unpredictable costs and the profound strain placed on households makes it evident that the status quo is no longer acceptable.”
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Convened Montgomery County women leaders to discuss affordability crisis and economic opportunity.
“Here’s the hard truth: when costs rise, women are often hit first — and hardest. Women are more likely to serve as primary caregivers, more likely to work multiple jobs to make ends meet, and more likely to navigate an economic system that too often leaves them behind”
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Rep. McClain Delaney Announces New Bipartisan Bill to Advance U.S. Leadership in Biotechnology
Introduced bipartisan bill to establish federal biometrology research program at NIST.
“We are in the midst of a global race in biotechnology, and the United States needs to lead it. Right now, we have the ability to read DNA and even write or edit it, but one of the biggest barriers holding us back is the lack of common standards and measurements needed to move the industry forward faster”
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Introduced bill to strengthen ban on military and federal law enforcement at polling places.
“This Administration is trying to take control of our elections by any means necessary”
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Joined Maryland delegation statement supporting Francis Scott Key Bridge settlement.
“Just over two years ago, the collision of the Dali with the Key Bridge left devastation in its wake. Six lives were lost, access to the Port of Baltimore was cut off, and a key transportation artery for our region was rendered unusable.”
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Farm Bill Does Not Meet the Moment, Leaves Farmers Without Resources and Remedies Needed
Voted against the Farm Bill, citing SNAP reductions, conservation cuts, and inadequate support for farmers.
“My father believed a good Farm Bill gives farmers the tools they need to thrive and feed our nation”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to create low-interest loans for rural childcare facility expansion.
“When child care works, communities work—supporting parents, strengthening businesses, and creating opportunity”
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Urged DHS to keep National Fallen Firefighters Memorial open during annual remembrance weekend.
“The firefighters we recognize this year died in service to others. Their families now carry that legacy forward. They should not be faced with additional uncertainty when traveling to the one place established to honor their loved ones on behalf of an entire grateful nation”
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Rep. McClain Delaney to Hold Telephone Town Hall - Mon., Apr. 20
Announced telephone town hall to discuss affordability, immigration enforcement, and Iran military operations.
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Rep. McClain Delaney Statement Supporting the Utility RELIEF Act
Supported Maryland's Utility RELIEF Act to reduce energy costs for families.
“I commend Governor Moore and our partners in the General Assembly for stepping up with smart, balanced solutions that lower costs today while building a more reliable and sustainable energy future for tomorrow that will help us meet growing energy demands. This is exactly the kind of steady leadership families deserve.”
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Rep. McClain Delaney Lauds Major Legal Ruling to Halt ICE’s Detention Warehouse in Washington County
Praised court ruling halting ICE detention warehouse construction in Washington County.
“While today’s ruling is a significant step forward, this fight is not over. This Administration has shown no meaningful commitment to good-faith public engagement on this issue, and we cannot assume this threat is gone. I applaud Maryland Attorney General Anthony G.”
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Statement from Rep. McClain Delaney on the Reported Conduct of Reps. Swalwell and Gonzales
Called for immediate resignation of two House members over reported sexual misconduct with staff.
“The era of powerful men sexually abusing women - and specifically here when they work for them - is over. Enough is enough.”
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Hosted community wellness and resource fair offering free health screenings and medical consultations.
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Praised ICE reconsidering scope of proposed immigration detention warehouse in Washington County.
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Urged USDA to stabilize fertilizer prices disrupted by Iran war.
“It has become increasingly clear that the Administration decided to initiate hostilities without considering the obviously foreseeable consequences this would have upon American agriculture and the global economy”
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Statement: House Republicans Continue to Fail the Nation with DHS Shutdown
Criticized House Republicans for failing to fund DHS without giving money to ICE and CBP.
“Republicans, who control the White House and both chambers of Congress, know they cannot secure funding for ICE and CBP without Democratic support.”
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Introduced four bipartisan bills to lower costs and expand broadband access in rural America.
“The affordability crisis is hitting rural America hard. Across the country, broadband, electricity, and clean water remain out of reach for far too many families, including those in Maryland’s Sixth District.”
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Co-led bill to repeal Trump's executive order establishing a moratorium on state AI policies.
“I’ve built my career advocating for digital protections for our most vulnerable Americans, including children and seniors, from cyber threats like fraud, data breaches, deepfakes, and more. Businesses do better—and strive to do better—when commonsense laws are in place to guide their decisions”
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Held roundtable with community leaders opposing planned ICE detention warehouse.
“Washington County is a community where neighbors look out for one another. Today, however, we find ourselves in the shadow of an ICE warehouse that does not reflect our values and lawlessly undermines our constitutional and civil rights”
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Demanded Trump Administration address concerns about Fort Detrick biodefense lab readiness.
“We are seeking answers on these developments and have serious concerns about the impact these changes will have on our nation’s readiness to address emerging infectious diseases and biological threats”
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