By Fajr Eutsey College is a time of significant transitions. Students are stepping out of their comfort zones, making hard decisions and learning to balance independence with responsibility. That growth can be exhilarating, but it can also be overwhelming. The holiday season, with its mix of family expectations, financial pressures and cultural traditions, often magnifies […]
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Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards of Fort Washington represents Maryland’s 4th Congressional District comprising portions of Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties. She was sworn in as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives in the 110th Congress in June 2008, and began her first full-term in the 111th Congress in 2009.
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**MEDIA ADVISORY** Edwards to Host 8th Annual College & Career Fair
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 11, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans, 202-225-8699 **MEDIA ADVISORY** Edwards to Host 8th Annual College & Career Fair Washington, D.C. – On Saturday, October 15, 2016, Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards will host her 8th Annual College & Career Fair at Oxon Hill High School in Oxon Hill, Maryland. The fair will feature over 150 exhibitors […]
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Edwards Statement on Passage of Continuing Resolution to Avoid Federal Government Shutdown
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 28, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans, 202-225-8699 Edwards Statement on Passage of Continuing Resolution to Avoid Federal Government Shutdown Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards (MD-4) issued the following statement regarding the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5325, the Continuing Appropriations of Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17), and Zika Response and Preparedness Act. This continuing […]
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**REMINDER**Edwards to Participate in National Speak Out on Gun Violence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 14, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans, 202-225-8699 **REMINDER** Edwards to Participate in National Speak Out on Gun Violence Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards will participate with Members of the House Democratic Caucus in the National Speak Out: The Path Forward on Gun Violence on Capitol Hill. Additional participants include […]
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Edwards Statement on Domestic Violence and the Need for Universal Background Checks
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 5, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans, 202-225-8699 Edwards Statement on Domestic Violence and the Need for Universal Background Checks Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards (MD-4) released the following statement on the Floor of the House of Representatives on how expanding and strengthening background checks for gun purchases would help reduce […]
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Edwards Statement on H.R. 4775, Ozone Standards Implementation Act of 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 8, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans (Edwards)–202-225-8699 Edwards Statement on H.R. 4775, Ozone Standards Implementation Act of 2016 Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards (MD-4) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 4775, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act of 2016. The bill amends the Clean Air Act by making changes […]
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Edwards Statement Commemorating Memorial Day 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 27, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans (Edwards)–202-225-8699 Edwards Statement Commemorating Memorial Day 2016 “On this 147th observance of Memorial Day, I hope you and your family will join me in commemorating the sacrifice of America’s service members, both from Maryland and across the country. The selfless acts of our departed service members […]
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Edwards Statement on White House’s Initiative to Extend Access to STEM Programming for Youth
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 21, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans (Edwards)–202-225-8699 Edwards Statement on White House’s Initiative to Extend Access to STEM Programming for Youth Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards released the following statement in support of the White House’s initiative to Advance Active science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) Education for young […]
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Edwards Denounces Proposed Bill to Restrict School Meals Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 20, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans (Edwards)–202-225-8699 Edwards Denounces Proposed Bill to Restrict School Meals Program Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards released the following statement addressing a draft child nutrition reauthorization bill which would severely restrict schools’ ability to provide free meals to low-income students. “Recognizing the direct correlation between nutrition […]
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Edwards Statement on Anti-Net Neutrality Bill
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 2016 Contact: Chris Schloesser (202) 225-8699 Edwards Statement on Anti-Net Neutrality Bill Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards (MD-4) today issued the following statement regarding her vote against H.R. 2666, the No Rate Regulation of Broadband Internet Access Act. The bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote […]
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**MEDIA ADVISORY** – TOMORROW Edwards to Host Annual STEM Forum
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans (Edwards)–202-225-8699 **MEDIA ADVISORY** Edwards to Host Annual STEM Forum Washington, D.C. – Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 12, 2016, Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards (MD-4) will host her Annual STEM Forum at the United States Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, D.C. The event will bring together students as well […]
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Press Release**Edwards Statement Honoring Prince George’s County Police Officer First Class Jacai Colson
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2016 Contact: Yasmine Evans Office: (202) 225-8699 Edwards Statement Honoring Prince George’s County Police Officer First Class Jacai Colson Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards (MD-4) delivered the following statement on the Floor of the House of Representatives to honor the life of Prince George’s County Police Officer First Class […]