Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source
Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.
Harris supports preserving the Chesapeake Bay for future generations. He points to the Bay’s importance to families and to the economy of Maryland’s First Congressional District, but does not identify specific measures for its preservation.
Context: No preservation measures are specified.
Andy Harris warned that offshore wind projects off Maryland’s First District could threaten national security because the district’s shoreline is close to Washington, D.C. His stated concern is specific to these projects and their location.
Context: The statement addresses projects off Maryland’s First District, not offshore wind development generally.
Andy Harris supports strengthening the military and intelligence communities to protect Americans from foreign and domestic threats. As a member of the Appropriations Committee, he believes Congress should provide the military with the tools it needs for that mission. He also says military force should not be used lightly.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Harris supports upholding private property rights for farmers. He opposes harmful land-use laws that he says can devalue farmland and make it harder to do business.
Context: The statement does not name specific land-use laws or describe a proposed federal remedy.
Harris supports eliminating the estate tax so families can pass farms to the next generation without a tax penalty.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Harris supports protecting farmers from federal regulations he considers unnecessary and harmful. He says such rules could hurt farmers’ ability to grow and create jobs.
Context: The statement does not identify specific regulations or propose a particular change to federal law.