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119th Congress

February 6, 2026
Casework Success Story

I reached out to the office regarding my immigration case and received a prompt, professional response. Their assistance led to real progress on my case, and the communication throughout the process was clear and supportive. I am very thankful for their help and dedication.
 


February 6, 2026
Casework Success Story

After almost 6 months waiting for my Global Entry to move to the approved level, I contact your office.  Your staff was in touch with me immediately.  About two weeks later, I got a notice to move to the next level in the application process.  Whatever was stalled, got "unstalled" very quickly. Thank you!


February 6, 2026
Casework Success Story

Sarah Elfreth and her team were able to intercede on my behalf to file a claim with the Social Security office on my deceased husband's Social Security earnings. I had already been trying for months to reach them by phone when the Government shut down, eliminating any chance that I would be able to file my claim. Shortly after contacting Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth, I was called by Social Security, and my claim was quickly processed. Congresswoman Elfreth is a "go getter" with a terrific team who take care of their constituents.  
 


February 6, 2026
Casework Success Story

I retired from the FDA after 35 years of service. In June, the Social Security Administration sent me a letter stating the partial payments I had received were deemed over-payments because they had recalculated my retirement date. Knowing that this was not true, I filed for reconsideration and reached out to your office. I was just notified that my reconsideration was approved and a claim authorizer will adjust my record. The overpayment will be removed and any deductions will be refunded. I cannot thank your office enough!
 


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February 6, 2026
Casework Success Story

My wife and I had issues with the SSA and Form 44. We submitted it multiple times over a 8 month period starting in February 2025 after the SSA staffing was cut by the President. We contacted your office in July, and we received a response from your team, and the matter was resolved by August.
 


February 4, 2026

ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) testified at a Howard County Council public hearing in support of CB16-2026 - Emergency Legislation - Amending – Howard County Building Code – I-3 Use group. This legislation would prohibit the permitting of privately-owned buildings operating as detention centers in Howard County.


February 4, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) spoke on the House floor during a Special Order Hour organized by freshman Democrats on the ongoing affordability crisis. She spent her remarks focusing on the staggering cost of child care and how the state of Maryland is working to address this issue for working families.


February 3, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) voted against an appropriations package, which included a two-week continuation of funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The legislation passed 217-214, ending the partial government shutdown.


January 29, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03), Vice Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Committee, and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), the top Democrat overseeing funding for the National Park Service, introduced the Prohibit Partisan Park Passes Act.


January 25, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) released the following statement on the weaponization of ICE following a House Democratic Caucus call with Governor Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison.

“I just got off a call with Governor Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison, and many of my House Democratic colleagues. Here are my takeaways: