May 6, 2024

Head Start Projects Get Federal Funding

Coronavirus Relief Bills

Nearly $4 million was awarded for Easterseals Head Start projects in Prince George’s County and across the region, according to Rep. Steny H. Hoyer’s office.

MD Delegation Talks Chesapeake Priorities

Bay Act Webinar

Members of Maryland’s congressional delegation recently met with environmental officials to discuss Chesapeake Bay priorities. 

So. MD Heritage Act Passes House

Heritage Area

The US House of Representatives passed H.R. 2024, the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Act.

Hoyer Announces Funds for Rapid Transit

Behavioral Health Unit

Rep. Steny H. Hoyer and Sens. Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin announced a federal investment of $5 million they worked to secure for the development of the Southern Maryland Rapid Transit that will operate between Charles and Prince George’s counties.

St. Mary’s Awarded Funds for Head Start

Lex Park Educators

The St. Mary’s County Board of Education’s Head Start programs were awarded $1,277,001 in federal funding to expand early learning, development, health services, and family well-being, Rep. Steny H. Hoyer’s office announced.

Grant Will Fund Quantum Computing, Networking

Quantum Computing

Congressman Steny H. Hoyer and US Sens. Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen have announced $1.74 million in grant funding from the Department of Energy to the University of Maryland, College Park for two projects that will advance the development of quantum computing and networking.

Sen. Cardin Says Reversing Sequester Is a ‘Long Shot’

Maryland Senator believes it will be tough to reverse the automatic cuts this year.

Saving Seniors from Scams

Sen. Ben Cardin to speak at ant-scam town hall meeting.

Death by Trash Chute

US subs could deploy a loitering munition from their trash disposal unit.

Congress’ Flub Could Hurt Pax

Officials warned that Congress’ inaction could have consequences for Pax River.