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Protecting the Environment »
Clean water, clean air and protecting our natural treasures are among my top priorities in the Senate. This includes moving the United States toward energy independence within a decade, reducing global warming, and helping to restore and protect Maryland's greatest natural resource: the Chesapeake Bay.
Around Maryland »
I am proud to call Maryland my home, a place I have had the honor of serving for over 40 years. Every day, I marvel at the resiliency, bravery, ingenuity, and tireless work ethic of the Marylanders I meet across the state.
Education & Youth »
Investing in education is an investment in America's future and the next generation of America's leaders. Each child's future depends on access to quality education, and our nation's success in the global marketplace depends on an educated workforce that can compete internationally. As a member of the Senate Budget Committee, I am committed to increasing funding for early education, teacher and principal training, programs to improve reading skills, science and math education, drop-out prevention programs, and college aid.
Cardin at the Senate »
I currently serve on the Senate Foreign Relations, Finance, Environment and Public Works, Budget and Small Business Committees. I also serve as Chairman of the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe (U.S. Helsinki Commission). Here are some highlights from my time serving as a Senator in Washington.