Sarah Elfreth
U.S. Representative · MD-3 · Democrat
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196 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Elfreth Convenes Roundtable for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Hosted roundtable with domestic violence partners during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
“When more than 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men experience intimate partner violence, stalking, or harassment during their lifetimes, we know there is more work ahead of us. Fortunately, here in Maryland, we have dedicated, talented partners who work every day to address domestic violence in our communities.”
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Elfreth Appointed to Co-Chair New Maryland Maritime Task Force
Appointed to co-chair Maryland Maritime Task Force to revitalize state's shipbuilding industry.
“It’s time for Maryland to lead our country’s maritime industry once again. Maryland is uniquely positioned with the location, infrastructure, industrial base, and workforce demand to become a leader today.”
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Led colleagues requesting $11 million in additional mental health funding for U.S. Cyber Command.
“One loss of life is one too many. We must do everything we can to make sure our servicemembers and everyone at NSA and Cyber Command has the full mental health support and resources they need, so that a tragedy like this does not occur again”
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Maryland Delegation and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott Meet to Discuss Baltimore City Priorities
Met with Baltimore Mayor to discuss affordable housing, transportation, public safety and healthcare priorities.
“Amid funding cuts and chaos from Washington, Mayor Scott has led the City of Baltimore with a steady hand and worked diligently to expand health care coverage, protect our immigrant neighbors, strengthen public safety, and so much more.”
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Maryland Congressional Delegation Meets to Discuss Critical Priorities for the Port of Baltimore
Met with Maryland delegation to discuss Port of Baltimore infrastructure and economic priorities.
“The Port of Baltimore has been able to survive ups and downs of the economy for over 100 years. Now, the President’s economic strategy that prioritizes tariffs over jobs is adding additional hardship.”
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Announced $8.6 million in federal funding to increase safety and security at 49 religious institutions across Maryland.
“Marylanders of all faiths deserve to both be safe and feel safe in their houses of worship.”
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Announced $33.9 million in federal funding for Maryland airport infrastructure upgrades.
“Airports are not simply places where flights arrive and depart – they are engines of opportunity, connecting people to jobs, businesses to customers, communities to global markets, and regions to long-term economic growth”
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Joined letter calling for investigation of ICE operation tactics in Frederick.
“As members of Maryland’s Congressional Delegation, we write to express our serious concerns with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) recent operation in Frederick, Maryland.”
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Joined Maryland delegation statement opposing Trump's Chesapeake Bay restoration rollback.
“The Chesapeake Bay and its health are vital to lives and livelihoods across our state and the greater region. Now more than ever, we need continued federal partnership and support for Chesapeake Bay restoration, not efforts to roll back all the progress we’ve made.”
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Elfreth, Scott Condemn Trump Executive Order Targeting Chesapeake Bay
Condemned Trump executive order revoking Chesapeake Bay restoration directive.
“Yesterday, President Trump revoked an executive order by President Obama that directed federal agencies to support the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay.”
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Elfreth, Scott, Wittman, Kiggans Celebrate House Passage of Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act
Secured House passage of bill reauthorizing Chesapeake Bay restoration and education programs.
“I am incredibly proud to represent the NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office, which conducts critical scientific research and programming to restore the health and habitat of the whole Chesapeake Bay watershed.”
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Elfreth Hosts Second Constituent Resource Fair in Anne Arundel County
Hosted constituent resource fair providing federal, state, and local services to constituents.
“First and foremost, my team and I are here to help our neighbors with any issue they face at any level of government, and these resource fairs are just one way we can connect them to the services they need.”
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Maryland delegation submitted Fort McHenry Flag and B&O Railroad medal to Congressional Time Capsule.
“The artifacts we preserved today tell crucial pieces of Maryland’s story in the last 250 years of our nation’s history, and Team Maryland is committed to preserving this legacy for generations to come.”
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Ahead of Labor Day, Elfreth Reconvenes Local Labor Leaders
Hosted roundtable with labor leaders to discuss worker protections and rights.
“As a proud member of the Labor Caucus and daughter of a union rail worker, I know firsthand the hard-fought protections, rights, and dignity that unions have secured for working families across this country”
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Maryland Delegation’s Statement on State’s Victory in Lawsuit to Restore Greenbelt FBI Headquarters
Praised Maryland's court victory restoring FBI headquarters project to Greenbelt.
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Elfreth Hosts Virtual ‘Know Your Rights’ Workshop
Hosted virtual workshop educating constituents on rights during ICE encounters.
“Knowledge is power, especially in moments of uncertainty. Every family deserves access to accurate information about their rights so they can make the best decisions for themselves and their loved ones. We thank Congresswoman Elfreth for her partnership and her commitment to serving all members of her community.”
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Urged FERC to protect Maryland ratepayers from rising electricity costs caused by out-of-state data centers.
“As members of the Maryland Congressional Delegation, we write regarding a pressing matter that has the potential to significantly raise energy costs for our constituents.”
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Elfreth Votes No on Annual Defense Authorization Bill
Voted against the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act on the House floor.
“As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I have a great appreciation for the tireless bipartisan effort that goes into crafting the National Defense Authorization Act and the impact it has on our men and women in uniform.”
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Elfreth Statement on Republican Amendment #8 to the FY2027 National Security Appropriations Bill
Voted present on amendment to fiscal 2027 national security appropriations bill.
“While there is much work ahead, I have long held the belief and the resolute hope in a lasting two-state solution. The people of Israel deserve safety and security, and the United States should continue to bipartisanly affirm Israel’s right to exist.”
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Maryland Democrats Urge OMB to Rescind Rule Politicizing Federal Grant Decision-Making
Urged OMB to rescind proposed rule centralizing federal grant-making authority.
“Across the state, federal investment supports research into our ocean and waterways as well as our air, crops, livestock and soil.”
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Reflected on attending 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence signing in Philadelphia.
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness”
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Announced $6 million in federal funding for Annapolis public safety, invasive species mitigation and community services.
“I came to Congress to deliver tangible results for Maryland families back home, and with over $6 million secured for Annapolis, we are doing just that.”
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Elfreth Honors Capital Gazette Shooting Anniversary, Highlights Need for Gun Safety Legislation
Honored Capital Gazette shooting victims and urged passage of gun safety legislation.
“Eight years ago, on June 28th, 2018, a gunman killed these five members of our hometown newspaper, the Capital Gazette. And eight years later, I rise to ask my colleagues a simple question: what progress have we made? What progress have we made so that parents don't fear for their children's lives at school drop off?”
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Elfreth Gathers Education Roundtable with Local Leaders
Hosted education roundtable with local leaders to discuss student and educator needs.
“As a proud graduate of public schools and former professor, I will always fight on behalf of our students and educators. Hearing directly from our local leaders allows me the opportunity to take their challenges, ideas, and feedback back to Washington.”
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Amidst Trump’s War in Iran, Elfreth Votes No on Annual Defense Bill
Voted against FY27 National Defense Authorization Act citing concerns over Iran war.
“Despite these significant wins, there was simply too much left undone in this bill. As this President continues his unjustified war in Iran, putting servicemembers at risk and causing gas prices to skyrocket, the American people are looking to Congress for real accountability.”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.