Senator Chris Van Hollen

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

House Republicans claim to care about the deficit, yet their first action this Congress was to protect ultra-wealthy tax cheats — which would INCREASE the deficit by $114B.   They are always ready to blow the deficit through the roof to protect big money special interests. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Making the shingles vaccine free for people on Medicare saves seniors as much as $200 & will increase the likelihood that millions of people will be saved the pain of this condition. That’s real money & real relief — and that’s why we got it done in the Inflation Reduction Act. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Leading the charge on electric vehicles isn't just about fighting climate change — it's also about keeping our nation's competitive edge. That's why we fought to include critical funding for EVs in the Inflation Reduction Act: we can't risk falling behind. https://t.co/Ew2PS7BZmP — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

I've said it before: the federal government must lead by example in the fight against climate change. We’ve long pushed for an all-electric @USPS fleet & these funds from the Inflation Reduction Act will get us closer to that goal. The future is electric. And the future is now. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

If America stops paying its bills on time, it won't just wreak havoc on our economy — it'll undermine our national security and play right into the hands of our adversaries. This is no time for self-inflicted chaos. Republicans need to get serious. https://t.co/hOgrFJRaCN — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

For years, Republicans blocked our efforts to lower Rx drug costs b/c they said it would stifle innovation. What excuse will they make now that even Big Pharma is following our lead? This is the result of Americans speaking up & Democrats taking action. https://t.co/3FjRTVRjcG — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

The CHIPS Act is restoring American leadership in researching, developing & manufacturing some of the most advanced technologies in the world. We're bolstering our national security & creating good-paying jobs — and we're doing it right here in America. https://t.co/gIU0mdt4Yo — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Unions helped build the great American middle class, but have been under attack from big money special interests.  Today we reintroduced the #PROAct to give more workers the ability to unionize & bargain for better pay & benefits, and a safer workplace. It's time to make it law. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

SNAP provides vital food assistance for thousands of Marylanders–but hackers have been preying on vulnerable recipients, stealing millions in benefits. Now, refunds are coming for victims to ensure no MDer goes hungry. Glad to have worked w/ @Call_Me_Dutch to make this happen. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

It's shameful that in 2023 we still have not ratified the Equal Rights Amendment. We shouldn't have to wait another minute to ensure gender equality in America. We need the #ERANow. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

The @CFPB is the last line of defense consumers have against financial scams so it's not surprising that billionaires and certain big money interests have tried to tear it down at every turn. We can't let them win. https://t.co/RVK7YNs8oV — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Mental health care IS health care — and we’ve taken action to ensure more Americans can get the care they need, investing $20B+ in: -Community mental health services. -Pediatric mental health care. -Substance abuse prevention & treatment. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Assault weapons & high-capacity gun magazines are designed to kill a lot of people quickly. Weapons of war don't belong in our neighborhoods — which is why we’re working to ban them & keep our communities safe. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

A clean energy transition isn't just critical for the planet — it'll also create hundreds of thousands of good-paying jobs.   It's a win-win that we can't afford to pass up. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

It's been a year since Putin launched his war in Ukraine—hoping to overthrow democracy & divide our allies. Instead, Putin's war emboldened the Ukrainian people—and our NATO alliance is stronger than ever.   The US will continue to stand w/ @ZelenskyyUa & the people of Ukraine. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

We’re working to unleash the full potential & ingenuity of the American people. And we’re already seeing the results: 📈Record job growth 🚧Upgrades to roads, bridges, highways 💊Savings on insulin & Rx drugs for Medicare recipients 🍃Investments in clean energy+jobs — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Republicans are still pushing the myth of trickle-down economics.   They must’ve forgotten that it’s 2023 — and Americans aren’t buying it. We won’t let them take us back in time. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Pass this along:   Because of the Inflation Reduction Act, seniors on Medicare can get the shingles vaccine for FREE.   Saving Americans $$ on health care is exactly why we fought to pass this bill. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Americans know if they stop paying their mortgage or car payments, there will be consequences.   The same is true if the US stops paying its bills—except it wouldn't just affect 1 family or 1 home. It would torpedo our whole economy.   It’s simple, so why don’t Republican get it? — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

It’s been two weeks since his pledge at the State of the Union, and @POTUS is already getting results. We'll keep working to hold corporations accountable for these types of unnecessary 'junk fees' — they've got to go. https://t.co/r8x2VAmoky — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Nuclear nonproliferation efforts make our entire world safer — for all of our peoples. This is another reckless, destabilizing move by Putin. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

If Speaker McCarthy was interested in transparency around Jan 6, he wouldn't have shared this exclusively with a guy whose full-time job is spreading extremist propaganda & conspiracy theories. This is outrageous & further risks the safety of our Capitol. https://t.co/LPTJqBGxpW — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

John Lewis knew the right to vote was among those most sacred. He fought for that right every day, & was never afraid of causing a little #GoodTrouble.   As we celebrate his birthday, it's time for Congress to uphold his legacy & pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. https://t.co/sYOC6DLCyz — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

This funding is a critical first step toward addressing the harm and injustice caused by the Highway to Nowhere.   Today, we’re laying the groundwork to heal the wounds, revitalize neighborhoods and boost economic opportunity. (6/6) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

And this is a long time coming. Years ago, I authored a pilot program to re-connect divided communities with this very project in mind, and Team MD fought to include its key parts in the infrastructure law — paving the way for the program that made this grant possible. (5/x) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Now, we have an opportunity to help make these communities whole again. With this federal investment, the city can start planning to re-connect a divided neighborhood. (4/x) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Then construction stopped, leaving a deep scar through West Baltimore and a stark reminder of the history of racial discrimination in the design of parts of our public infrastructure. (3/x) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

The Highway to Nowhere has been a disaster since its construction more than 50 years ago. To clear the way for the highway, a Black neighborhood was divided, 971 homes were razed, 62 businesses destroyed & 1500 residents displaced. (2/x) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

For decades, the Highway to Nowhere has split West Baltimore in half — dividing once-thriving communities. Today, we’re announcing $2 million in federal funding to begin to right this wrong. (🧵) https://t.co/ozji5cW5lH — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Democracy prevails. #PresidentsDay — PolitiTweet.org