Harford News

Rep. Andy Harris, MD, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Maryland’s 1st district, has shared his views on significant issues via social media. Harris replaced former U.S. Congress member Frank Kratovil in 2011 and has a background that includes service in the Maryland House of Representatives and the Maryland Senate from 1999 to 2011.

On June 18, 2025, Rep. Andy Harris expressed concerns regarding medical practices involving minors through a tweet. He stated: "Many pediatricians have expressed serious concerns about the use of transition surgery, puberty blockers, and hormone therapy in minors." Harris described this as a "major victory for protecting children from irreversible and experimental medical practices."

Later that day, he addressed environmental issues associated with offshore wind energy projects. In his tweet at 16:49 UTC, he remarked: "We’ve been sounding the alarm on offshore wind for years." He highlighted its hazards to both the environment and local economies and noted its risks to those involved in construction. The statement was made jointly with @Congressman_JVD, @RepScottPerry, and Rep. Chris Smith.

Another post at nearly the same time contained only a link without further context or commentary from Rep. Harris (source).

Additional information reveals that Andy Harris was born in New York City in 1957 and resides in Cambridge. He graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1977.