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The First 100 days: Senator Cardin describes the accomplishments of President Obama's first 100 days and the challenges to come

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT SWINE FLU

The swine flu outbreak in the United States and Mexico is a concern for us all. The Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) is monitoring the situation and will distribute information as it become available. There are basic steps you can take every day to help prevent the spread of viruses like swine flu. See below for useful links from the CDC.

CDC Information on Swine Flu Maryland Info on Swine Flu
Tips to Prevent the Flu


	*Passport Fraud: (5/5) Identity theft, fraudulent materials, and basic counterfeiting skills are among the many threats to the effectiveness of how our government issues one of the most sought after and valuable documents in the world: an American passport. Click here for more information...*

	*Metro Funding: (5/1) After 30 years of unprecedented growth, Metro has proven its value to the federal government in easing the burden on our region's over-crowded roads on a daily basis and during major crises. Click here for more information...*

	*FY2010 Budget Passes: (4/29) I am proud of how Congress restores America's priorities by outlining a path for substantial investments in job creation, ending our dependence on foreign energy, establishing a foundation for universal health coverage, helping veterans and small businesses, and improving our schools. Click here for more information...*

	*Judiciary Appointments: (4/29) Today I participated in the nomination hearing for Judge Andre M. Davis, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Fourth Circuit, and Thomas E. Perez, to be Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division, Department of Justice (DOJ). Click here for more information...*