Paul S. Sarbanes
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Paul S. Sarbanes is a former U.S. Senator from Maryland, serving from 1977 to 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, Sarbanes was known for his work on financial regulation and consumer protection. He played a significant role in the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in 2002, which aimed to enhance corporate governance and accountability in the wake of major financial scandals. Throughout his career, Sarbanes focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and the environment, advocating for policies that benefited Maryland residents and the broader American public.
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June 26, 2024
This bipartisan legislation is cosponsored by the entire Maryland Congressional delegation.
— Paul S. Sarbanes
Apr 19, 2016
I cannot tell you how excited I am about her nomination to become the Librarian of Congress.
Jun 18, 2012
I started the application process, eventually achieving a coveted nomination to the U.S. Naval Academy from Senator Paul Sarbanes.
Apr 5, 2011
[a]ll hearings under this section shall be public, unless otherwise ordered by the Board on its own motion or after considering the motion of a party.
Jul 14, 2010
I am pleased to join with Senator Cardin and Senator Mikulski sending in a letter in very strong support of Sarah Bloom Raskin to go on the Federal Reserve Board.
Jun 24, 2009
In Maryland there would actually be a $2.73 billion loss in property values related to the wealth of Maryland residents.
Jun 24, 2009
the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) established the Baltimore City Flipping and Predatory Lending Task Force