Van Hollen Announces Amendment to Block Members of Congress from Receiving Payouts from DOJ Slush Fund
intent to introduce an amendment to prevent violent criminals, including those who assaulted police officers, and child molesters
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Van Hollen Joins Baldwin, Sanders in Calling for Immediate Release of Detained Wisconsin Resident Salah Sarsour
States for more than 30 years without a criminal record and it appears he was targeted … States for more than 30 years without a criminal record,” wrote the Senators in a letter
Van Hollen Announces Amendment to Block Criminals Who Assaulted Police, Molested Children From Receiving Payouts from DOJ Slush Fund
Republican reconciliation bill to prevent violent criminals, including those who assaulted police officers, and child molesters from receiving … child sex offenders and violent January 6 th criminals will not be eligible to receive payouts from
Van Hollen Proposes Amendments to CLARITY Act to Ensure Transparency, Stop Trump Corruption
address their role in the illicit finance of criminal activities that jeopardize our security. While the CLARITY … stamp out its use in corrupt and criminal activities. The amendments I’ve put forward are aimed
Van Hollen Statement on Opposition to Digital Assets Legislation
stamp out their use in corrupt and criminal activities. While the CLARITY Act may seek to do that
Four Years Following Killing of Palestinian-American Journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, Van Hollen, Merkley, Welch Again Press for Justice, Accountability in Her Death
complete a thorough, impartial, and independent criminal investigation and to publicly release its findings. Given the enormous public … complete a thorough, impartial, and independent criminal investigation and to publicly release its findings. Given the enormous public
Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Secure Over $4 Million for Maryland Initiatives Boosting Small Businesses and Entrepreneurship
year 2025. This critical new funding will reimburse Criminal Justice Act panel attorneys who make … Sixth Amendment’s guarantee to counsel in criminal proceedings. In July 2025, Federal Defenders funding lapsed, and panel
Van Hollen, Castro, Casten, Kaine Demand Transparency from Trump Administration on United States-Venezuela Energy Deal
enabling the illicit drug trade and other criminal activities in Venezuela.” The lawmakers criticized the lack of oversight … enabling the illicit drug trade and other criminal activities in Venezuela. On January 28, 2026, during testimony before
Van Hollen, Markey, Wasserman Schultz, Pressley Lead Colleagues in Filing Amicus Brief Challenging Trump Administration’s Unlawful Termination of Temporary Protected Status
backs on them now.” “Haiti is overrun by criminal gangs, who kidnap women and girls, extort residents … circumstances and who work hard, pay taxes, pass criminal background checks, and contribute to our economy and communities
Van Hollen Joins Warren, Whitehouse, Kim, Durbin, Shaheen, Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Reinforce Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, Countering Trump’s Narrowed Enforcement of Landmark Anti-Bribery Law
years the statute of limitations for criminal violations of the three anti-bribery provisions of the FCPA … This legislation extends the statute of limitations for criminal violations of the FCPA, allowing future administrations to prosecute
Van Hollen Joins Warren, Whitehouse, Kim, Durbin, Shaheen, Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Reinforce Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, Countering Trump’s Narrowed Enforcement of Landmark Anti-Bribery Law
years the statute of limitations for criminal violations of the three anti-bribery provisions of the FCPA … This legislation extends the statute of limitations for criminal violations of the FCPA, allowing future administrations to prosecute
Maryland Congressional Delegation Members Push Back on ICE Plans for Warehouse Detention Facility in Washington County
people ICE arrested in Maryland had no criminal convictions or charges, and only 10% were violent criminals. This
Maryland Delegation Members Press Trump’s ICE for Plans to Address “Deeply Disturbing” Conditions in Baltimore Holding Rooms
taken into custody by Baltimore ERO) without a criminal conviction; Breakdown of nationalities taken into custody
Van Hollen Urges Vance to Press for Release of U.S.-Affiliated Journalists Wrongfully Detained in Azerbaijan
wife Nargiz Mukhtarova now faces a criminal case of her own.” “We cannot allow governments to take … wife Nargiz Mukhtarova now faces a criminal case of her own. Azerbaijan’s treatment of these journalists
Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Announce Over $50 Million for Maryland Public Safety, Bay Preservation, and Research Projects in Key Government Funding Bill
grants to assist governments exercising Special Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction. Supporting Crime Victims:The Crime Victims Fund (CVF) provides
Van Hollen Joins Warren, Colleagues in Pushing for Expedited Probe of ICE’s Violence Upon Confirmed Investigation
enforcement officers? b. Of those detained for alleged criminal offenses, how many has DHS referred … identify whether ICE and CBP applicants have prior criminal convictions, misconduct, extremist affiliations, or involvement in incidents resulting
Van Hollen Statement on Senate Passage of Commerce, Justice, Science, & Related Agencies FY 2026 Appropriations Bill
grants to assist governments exercising Special Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction. Supporting Crime Victims:The Crime Victims Fund (CVF) provides
Van Hollen Statement on House & Senate Negotiated Commerce, Justice, Science, & Related Agencies FY 2026 Appropriations Bill
grants to assist governments exercising Special Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction. Supporting Crime Victims:The Crime Victims Fund (CVF) provides
Van Hollen Joins Welch, Bonamici, Bicameral Lawmakers in Call to Provide Additional Funding for the Federal Public Defender Program in FY26 Budget
approximately 12,000 private CJA panel attorneys. Criminal defense funding is non-partisan, and federal defenders represent everyone … Constitution guarantees the right to an attorney in criminal proceedings, and the Criminal Justice Act (CJA) provides that
Van Hollen, Colleagues Urge Action from Trump Administration to End Violence, Promote Stability in Burma
destabilizing Bangladesh, Thailand, India, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Transnational criminal organizations have found safe haven in Burma to engage
Van Hollen, Beyer, Raskin Introduce Legislation to Improve ATF, Crack Down on “Bad Apple” Gun Dealers
mission to protect the public from violent offenders, criminal organizations, and the illegal use and trafficking of firearms … mission to protect the public from violent criminals, criminal organizations, and the illegal use and trafficking of firearms
Alsobrooks Introduces Bill to Combat Modern-Day Voter Suppression and Intimidation
Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act criminalizes knowingly spreading false information about the time, place, or manner
Van Hollen, Whitehouse, Markey, Dingell & Over Three Dozen Members File Amicus Brief Urging Reversal of D.C. Appeals Court Panel Decision Allowing Clawback of Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund Grants
outrageous attacks on grantees – including attempts to fabricate criminal fraud allegations. EPA’s subsequent blanket termination … outrageous attacks on grantees – including attempts to fabricate criminal fraud allegations. EPA’s subsequent blanket termination
Van Hollen Raises Serious Concerns with Human Rights Conditions in Pakistan, Calls for Senate Hearing to Consider U.S. Response
Electronic Crimes Act has drawn concern for criminalizing vague offenses like “fake” news, giving authorities broad powers
Van Hollen, Whitehouse Lead 30 Colleagues in Demanding EPA Obey the Law and Restore Solar for All, Other Green Bank Program Funding
entire [GGRF] scheme, in my opinion, is criminal” and that GGRF was “all of the above” when asked