On May 18, 2009 Representative Allyson Schwartz (PA-13) convened a Congressional field hearing to consider the role of federal policy in advancing green infrastructure as a means of improving water and air quality, enhancing the livability of dense urban areas, and creating green collar job opportunities. Experts at the hearing demonstrated how greener, more natural infrastructure can significantly improve the economic standing and overall livability of communities. The hearing drew attention to HR 2222 The Green Communities Act, introduced by Representative Allyson Schwartz on April 30, 2009, and discussed other potential opportunities for Congress to bolster the greening successes of Philadelphia and replicate similar strategies in other cities and towns. This event report contains the biographies and written testimony of the experts asked to present to the Congressional delegation. In addition, this document contains biographical information on the three Members of Congress with districts representing Philadelphia and background information on the Northeast-Midwest Congressional Coalition, the Revitalizing Older Cities Congressional Task Force, and the Northeast-Midwest Institute.