Sarah Elfreth
U.S. Representative · MD-3 · Democrat
Statements and posts
196 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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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.”
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Led colleagues urging DHS to reinstate automatic extension for Employment Authorization Documents.
“We write to express our concern about the termination of automatic extensions for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) by the Department of Homeland Security. This termination has caused significant implications not only for immigrant workers and their families, but also for their U.S. employers and the economy”
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Elfreth, Kurtz, Behler, and Severn River Association Celebrate Whole Watershed Program Projects
Celebrated completion of stormwater management project under Whole Watershed Program in Severn River.
“We drafted the Whole Watershed Act because I knew that we needed to think bigger, be bolder, and move faster to protect the Chesapeake Bay.”
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Elfreth Hosts First Maryland Third Congressional District Constituent Resource Fair
Hosted constituent resource fair connecting district residents with federal, state and local services.
“As your member of Congress, my job is not just to represent your voice in Washington, but to be a resource and conduit on the issues our neighbors face – big or small.”
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Elfreth, Contee Discuss Child Care and Tour Annapolis Head Start
Toured Head Start facility and discussed local child care needs with city official.
“The power of Head Start is undeniable once you see these bright, curious kids and their phenomenal teachers. When Maryland children participate in Head Start, they are more likely to succeed in school, graduate from high school, and go on to complete college.”
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Questioned Interior Secretary on federal workforce cuts, National Park Service funding reductions, and partisan policy changes.
“I represent 45,000 federal employees, many of whom work at Interior. It's my understanding that about 20% of Interior's workforce has left since January 2025, and as we're entering peak park season, about 4,000 fewer National Park Service staff than in 2024”
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Maryland Congressional Delegation Members’ Statement on the Key Bridge Settlement
Released statement with Maryland delegation on settlement regarding Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
“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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Pressed Trump administration for transparency on 30,000-gallon fuel spill at Joint Base Andrews.
“We write regarding the recent fuel spill incident reported at Joint Base Andrews and to request additional information regarding both the discharge and the response actions taken”
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Secured $6.3 million in federal funding for Howard County community projects.
“I came to Congress to deliver tangible results for Maryland families back home. With over $6 million secured for Howard County, we are doing just that.”
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Elfreth Questions Hegseth On Sexual Assault Prevention, Support for Ukraine & Global Cooperation
Questioned Defense Secretary on sexual assault prevention funding, Ukraine support and NATO cooperation.
“Every base I go to internationally – and every military base I go to in Maryland – I insist on meeting with servicemembers and hearing what we can all do better. Mr. Secretary, I insist on those meetings”
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Elfreth Votes No on FISA Reauthorization
Voted against FISA reauthorization bill lacking substantive privacy reforms.
“As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I take our country’s national security with the gravity that the issue demands.”
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Elfreth Leads Bipartisan CODEL to U.S. Naval Academy
Led bipartisan congressional delegation visit to U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis.
“I’ve had the privilege of representing the Academy and our midshipmen since my time in the Maryland State Senate, and I am proud to represent them in the House of Representatives and as a member of the USNA Board of Visitors.”
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.