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Dutch Ruppersberger is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Maryland's 2nd congressional district since 2003. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as national security, economic development, and education throughout his tenure. Ruppersberger has been involved in various legislative initiatives and has served on several committees, including the House Intelligence Committee.
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September 20, 2024
I had to miss today's vote due to matters I had to attend to in the district. During that time, I was unable to make Roll Call Votes No. 436 through No. 439.…
— Dutch Ruppersberger
The first thing I want to tell the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Mfume) is that I represented Sparrows Point and the Key Bridge for over 20 years. We just had redistricting, and all of a sudden, the gentleman is the new person. He jumped in…
During today's vote series, I had briefly step outside of the House Chamber. Had I been present, I would have voted ``aye'' on rollcall No. 155 and ``no'' on rollcall No. 156. Amendment No. 17 Offered by Mr. McCormick The Acting CHAIR. The…
Due to my attendance at an Appropriations hearing, I was unable to make rollcall vote No. 280. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea.'' members recorded pursuant to house resolution 8, 117th congress Allred (Takano) Bonamici…
I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. Before I start, I want to acknowledge the gentlewoman's leadership position. I was sitting in my chair--I have been dealing with cyber issues for a long time--and when I heard Mr. Joyce agree with the…
The bill before us today establishes a program making grants available to State, local, Tribal, and territorial governments to address cybersecurity risks and threats to their information systems. This is not a silver bullet, but it allows…
Due to a family medical emergency, I was unable to make roll call votes 183 and 184. Had I been present, I would have voted in the following manner: No. 183, ``yes'' on Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass and No. 184, ``yes'' on Motion to…
This week, we recognize Gun Violence Survivors Week across our country. In my district alone, there have been 331 gun-related deaths and 716 injuries, including seven mass shootings over the last 7 years. There are two sides of the coin…
I spent 12 years on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, including 4 as ranking member. My bipartisan cooperation with the Republican chairman was widely recognized. When it comes to national security, there is no room for…
There is a reason that the Digital Coast Act is bipartisan and bicameral: We all have a stake in protecting our shorelines. Our country's 95,000 miles of shoreline--not just our oceans, but our rivers, streams, and lakes--are home to more…
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of title VII, add the following new section: SEC. 7___. SECURING ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE. (a)…
I want to thank the ranking member for yielding. Mr. Chairman, I rise in strong support of this bipartisan bill. First and foremost, intelligence is about people. We cannot collect, analyze, and utilize intelligence effectively unless we…
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