So. MD Heritage Act Passes House
The US House of Representatives passed H.R. 2024, the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Act.
Hoyer Announces Funds for Rapid Transit
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
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.
Gilday: Larger Fleet Means Larger Share of the Budget
With more ships needed in more places around the world, the US Navy needs a larger fleet and a larger share of the defense budget, says Chief of Naval Operations ADM Mike Gilday. That would mean changing the historical split of funding among the services.
