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March 2, 2021 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF MIGUEL CARDONA TO SERVE AS SECRETARY OF EDUCATION Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference I told reporters that this week the House is moving forward with consideration of #HR1 and the George Floyd Justice In Policing Act. Next week, the House will take up the #AmericanRescuePlan following Senate action." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "The American people must have faith that their government is working for them. In passing the #ForThePeople Act this week, House Democrats are delivering on our pledge to renew Americans' faith in government by making real reforms to ensure it works for all people." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - 115 Members Send Letter to Education Secretary Cardona Urging him to Reverse Horrific Title IX Rule Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary for Health and Human Services - Matsui Leads Effort to Protect 340B Drug Discount Program Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "It is appropriate that @POTUS impose sanctions on Russian officials in response to the poisoning of Alexei Navalny. I will work with the Biden-Harris Administration to pursue additional sanctions on those responsible for Russia's malign activities." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 2, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Biden Administration Sanctions on Russia Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 2, 2021 Letter to Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Harris Leads Letter Urging Acting HHS Secretary to Immediately Consider Revising COVID-19 Vaccine Authorizations Using the Latest Studies to Save Thousands of Lives Rep. Andy Harris
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "I thank @POTUS for his bold & skilled leadership in getting vaccines deployed & putting our nation on a path to defeat this virus. The approval of a 3rd vaccine is good news, but we must remain vigilant: wear masks, wash hands, stay home, & socially distance to save lives." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader; and Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader - Feinstein, Murphy, Colleagues Urge Senate Leadership to Prioritize Behavioral Health Needs of Children in Next COVID-19 Relief Package Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2021 Letter to Honorable Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader and Honorable Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader - Murphy, Dems Urge Senate Leadership To Prioritize Behavioral Health Needs Of Children In Next Covid-19 Relief Package Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2021 Tweet - "The bloodshed in Myanmar at the hands of its military is deeply alarming. Over 30 are wounded and 18 peaceful protesters have lost their lives. This blatant violation of human rights must be denounced by the entire international community." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, MARKEY, MERKLEY, AND SANDERS CALL ON BIDEN ADMINISTRATION TO REINSTATE HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE TO YEMEN Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 1, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, COONS, TILLIS, COLLEAGUES REINTRODUCE RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH A SENATE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 1, 2021 VAN HOLLEN ANNOUNCES BANKING SUBCOMMITTEES FOR 117TH CONGRESS Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 1, 2021 Tweet - "I strongly condemn the mass charges against 47 pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong over the weekend. I join in calls for their release and stand with the citizens of Hong Kong and those advocating for freedom of expression and basic democratic rights." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Women's History Month Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021 Letter to Honorable Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader and Honorable Mitch Mc Connell, Senate Minority Leader - Duckworth Joins Murphy, Senate Democrats in Urging Senate Leadership to Prioritize Behavioral Health Needs of Children in Next Covid-19 Relief Package Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2021 Letter to White House Coronavirus Task Force Response Coordinator Jeff Zients - VAN HOLLEN, HEINRICH URGE ADMINISTRATION TO CONSIDER COVID VACCINATION STRATEGY PRIORITIZING FIRST DOSES Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 27, 2021 Tweet - "This pandemic calls for bold action. Now is not the time for small actions or another "pause.' The #AmericanRescuePlan meets this moment: it will expand vaccines & testing, keep families in their homes, help reopen schools safely, & support #SmallBiz." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2021 Hoyer Statement in Support of the American Rescue Plan Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, WARREN, BOOKER, AND COLLEAGUES QUESTION ICE AND DHS ON DISTURBING NEW ALLEGATIONS OF ABUSE AND FORCED DEPORTATIONS OF MIGRANTS AND ASYLUM-SEEKERS Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 26, 2021 BALTIMORE CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $3.3 MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO REDUCE HEALTH DISPARITIES AND BOOST AFFORDABLE HOUSING ACROSS THE CITY Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Today, the House passed the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act, to conserve some of our country's most precious natural landscapes. I was proud to support this legislation, and I hope the Senate will consider it soon." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 Hoyer Statement on the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 Tweet - "The murder of Jamal Khashoggi was a reprehensible act. I commend @POTUS for doing the right thing & releasing the intelligence report on his killing. I will continue to work with my colleagues and with the Admin to determine an appropriate response." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 Letter to Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General and Chief Executive Officer of United States Postal Service - Sinema, Kelly to USPS Leadership: Ensure Timely Delivery of Mail to Arizonans Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 26, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Release of Intelligence Report on Killing of Jamal Khashoggi Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 Bipartisan Group of Senators Call on Houthis to Halt Their Marib Offensive Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 26, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, WARREN, PRESSLEY, LEE, KELLY, BASS, AND COLLEAGUES REINTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO REQUIRE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO COLLECT AND REPORT CORONAVIRUS DEMOGRAPHIC DATA -- INCLUDING RACE AND ETHNICITY Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 25, 2021 Letter to Sec. Blinken - VAN HOLLEN, WYDEN, LEAHY AND COLLEAGUES URGE BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION TO ABANDON BROKEN, TRUMP-ERA CUBA POLICY Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "House Dems will move forward with consideration of the #AmericanRescuePlan tomorrow, & it will include our provision to raise the minimum wage. We must ensure that American jobs provide workers with incomes that can enable them to access opportunities & attain economic security." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "House Dems are acting to safeguard our #PublicLands and ensure a cleaner, healthier future for the next generation. I'm proud to bring the Protecting America's Wilderness & Public Lands Act to the Floor and protect 1.5 million acres of public land to #KeepItWild." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Airstrike in Syria Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Today's airstrike demonstrates @POTUS' resolve to prevent Iran from targeting America's personnel and allies with impunity. It was a strong act that will surely send a message to Tehran that our country will not abide destabilizing actions from its forces or its proxies." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "An additional 730K Americans filed for UI claims last week, highlighting just how severe the economic fallout of this pandemic continues to be. The #AmericanRescuePlan will strengthen our economy and help families, and I look forward to bringing this bill to the Floor tomorrow." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 VAN HOLLEN JOINS MERKLEY, LEAHY, DURBIN AND COLLEAGUES IN INTRODUCING LEGISLATION TO TACKLE CORRUPTION, HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN HONDURAS Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 25, 2021 Letter to Jeffery Zients, White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator - Menendez, Cardin Lead Efforts to Increase COVID-19 Vaccination Rates in Underserved and Minority Communities Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Senate Parliamentarian Ruling on Minimum Wage Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 24, 2021 Tweet - "During my press conference today, I told reporters that the need for COVID-19 relief remains great; that's why I am bringing the #AmericanRescuePlan to the Floor this Friday. I hope that my colleagues will join in supporting this bill and providing relief to Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 24, 2021 Tweet - "I thank @POTUS for his work to deliver masks to Community Health Centers and food banks in some of the hardest-hit communities in our nation. Even with vaccines, mask-wearing is an important tool to keeping Americans safe and defeating this pandemic." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $200,000 FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN SALISBURY Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021 MARYLAND DELEGATION MEMBERS APPLAUD NEW FEMA-SUPPORTED MASS VACCINATION SITE IN WALDORF Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021 Van Hollen, Markey, and Senate Colleagues Back President Biden's Return to Nuclear Diplomacy with Ira Nloped. Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021 Tweet - "I'm pleased @FEMA has announced a new, mass-vaccination site in Waldorf. Access to vaccines and ensuring equitable distribution remains Team Maryland's top priority, and this new site will increase accessibility for residents of Charles Co & Southern MD." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 Tweet - "Over half a million Americans lost to this pandemic is a stunning and unfathomable number to contemplate. I stood in a moment of silence tonight for each of those Americans, who were our loved-ones, neighbors, and friends. I join the country in deeply mourning this sad milestone." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 Tweet - "A year ago today Ahmaud Arbery was chased down and killed while jogging. Today, we remember him and countless others who have died from racist violence. More must be done to combat our nation's legacy of systemic racism and affirm that #BlackLivesMatter." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF LINDA THOMAS-GREENFIELD TO SERVE AS UNITED STATES AMBASSADOR TO THE UNITED NATIONS Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021 Wexton and Van Hollen Introduce Legislation to Ensure Transparency in Federal Agency Relocations Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 23, 2021 Merkley, Leahy, Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Tackle Corruption, Human Rights Violations in Honduras Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Date Title Politician
March 2, 2021 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF MIGUEL CARDONA TO SERVE AS SECRETARY OF EDUCATION Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference I told reporters that this week the House is moving forward with consideration of #HR1 and the George Floyd Justice In Policing Act. Next week, the House will take up the #AmericanRescuePlan following Senate action." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "The American people must have faith that their government is working for them. In passing the #ForThePeople Act this week, House Democrats are delivering on our pledge to renew Americans' faith in government by making real reforms to ensure it works for all people." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - 115 Members Send Letter to Education Secretary Cardona Urging him to Reverse Horrific Title IX Rule Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary for Health and Human Services - Matsui Leads Effort to Protect 340B Drug Discount Program Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "It is appropriate that @POTUS impose sanctions on Russian officials in response to the poisoning of Alexei Navalny. I will work with the Biden-Harris Administration to pursue additional sanctions on those responsible for Russia's malign activities." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 2, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Biden Administration Sanctions on Russia Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 2, 2021 Letter to Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Harris Leads Letter Urging Acting HHS Secretary to Immediately Consider Revising COVID-19 Vaccine Authorizations Using the Latest Studies to Save Thousands of Lives Rep.Andy Harris
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "I thank @POTUS for his bold & skilled leadership in getting vaccines deployed & putting our nation on a path to defeat this virus. The approval of a 3rd vaccine is good news, but we must remain vigilant: wear masks, wash hands, stay home, & socially distance to save lives." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader; and Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader - Feinstein, Murphy, Colleagues Urge Senate Leadership to Prioritize Behavioral Health Needs of Children in Next COVID-19 Relief Package Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2021 Letter to Honorable Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader and Honorable Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader - Murphy, Dems Urge Senate Leadership To Prioritize Behavioral Health Needs Of Children In Next Covid-19 Relief Package Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2021 Tweet - "The bloodshed in Myanmar at the hands of its military is deeply alarming. Over 30 are wounded and 18 peaceful protesters have lost their lives. This blatant violation of human rights must be denounced by the entire international community." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, MARKEY, MERKLEY, AND SANDERS CALL ON BIDEN ADMINISTRATION TO REINSTATE HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE TO YEMEN Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 1, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, COONS, TILLIS, COLLEAGUES REINTRODUCE RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH A SENATE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 1, 2021 VAN HOLLEN ANNOUNCES BANKING SUBCOMMITTEES FOR 117TH CONGRESS Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 1, 2021 Tweet - "I strongly condemn the mass charges against 47 pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong over the weekend. I join in calls for their release and stand with the citizens of Hong Kong and those advocating for freedom of expression and basic democratic rights." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Women's History Month Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021 Letter to Honorable Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader and Honorable Mitch Mc Connell, Senate Minority Leader - Duckworth Joins Murphy, Senate Democrats in Urging Senate Leadership to Prioritize Behavioral Health Needs of Children in Next Covid-19 Relief Package Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2021 Letter to White House Coronavirus Task Force Response Coordinator Jeff Zients - VAN HOLLEN, HEINRICH URGE ADMINISTRATION TO CONSIDER COVID VACCINATION STRATEGY PRIORITIZING FIRST DOSES Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 27, 2021 Tweet - "This pandemic calls for bold action. Now is not the time for small actions or another "pause.' The #AmericanRescuePlan meets this moment: it will expand vaccines & testing, keep families in their homes, help reopen schools safely, & support #SmallBiz." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2021 Hoyer Statement in Support of the American Rescue Plan Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, WARREN, BOOKER, AND COLLEAGUES QUESTION ICE AND DHS ON DISTURBING NEW ALLEGATIONS OF ABUSE AND FORCED DEPORTATIONS OF MIGRANTS AND ASYLUM-SEEKERS Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 26, 2021 BALTIMORE CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $3.3 MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO REDUCE HEALTH DISPARITIES AND BOOST AFFORDABLE HOUSING ACROSS THE CITY Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Today, the House passed the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act, to conserve some of our country's most precious natural landscapes. I was proud to support this legislation, and I hope the Senate will consider it soon." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 Hoyer Statement on the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 Tweet - "The murder of Jamal Khashoggi was a reprehensible act. I commend @POTUS for doing the right thing & releasing the intelligence report on his killing. I will continue to work with my colleagues and with the Admin to determine an appropriate response." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 Letter to Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General and Chief Executive Officer of United States Postal Service - Sinema, Kelly to USPS Leadership: Ensure Timely Delivery of Mail to Arizonans Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 26, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Release of Intelligence Report on Killing of Jamal Khashoggi Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2021 Bipartisan Group of Senators Call on Houthis to Halt Their Marib Offensive Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 26, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, WARREN, PRESSLEY, LEE, KELLY, BASS, AND COLLEAGUES REINTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO REQUIRE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO COLLECT AND REPORT CORONAVIRUS DEMOGRAPHIC DATA -- INCLUDING RACE AND ETHNICITY Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 25, 2021 Letter to Sec. Blinken - VAN HOLLEN, WYDEN, LEAHY AND COLLEAGUES URGE BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION TO ABANDON BROKEN, TRUMP-ERA CUBA POLICY Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "House Dems will move forward with consideration of the #AmericanRescuePlan tomorrow, & it will include our provision to raise the minimum wage. We must ensure that American jobs provide workers with incomes that can enable them to access opportunities & attain economic security." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "House Dems are acting to safeguard our #PublicLands and ensure a cleaner, healthier future for the next generation. I'm proud to bring the Protecting America's Wilderness & Public Lands Act to the Floor and protect 1.5 million acres of public land to #KeepItWild." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Airstrike in Syria Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Today's airstrike demonstrates @POTUS' resolve to prevent Iran from targeting America's personnel and allies with impunity. It was a strong act that will surely send a message to Tehran that our country will not abide destabilizing actions from its forces or its proxies." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "An additional 730K Americans filed for UI claims last week, highlighting just how severe the economic fallout of this pandemic continues to be. The #AmericanRescuePlan will strengthen our economy and help families, and I look forward to bringing this bill to the Floor tomorrow." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 VAN HOLLEN JOINS MERKLEY, LEAHY, DURBIN AND COLLEAGUES IN INTRODUCING LEGISLATION TO TACKLE CORRUPTION, HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN HONDURAS Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 25, 2021 Letter to Jeffery Zients, White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator - Menendez, Cardin Lead Efforts to Increase COVID-19 Vaccination Rates in Underserved and Minority Communities Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Hoyer Statement on Senate Parliamentarian Ruling on Minimum Wage Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 24, 2021 Tweet - "During my press conference today, I told reporters that the need for COVID-19 relief remains great; that's why I am bringing the #AmericanRescuePlan to the Floor this Friday. I hope that my colleagues will join in supporting this bill and providing relief to Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 24, 2021 Tweet - "I thank @POTUS for his work to deliver masks to Community Health Centers and food banks in some of the hardest-hit communities in our nation. Even with vaccines, mask-wearing is an important tool to keeping Americans safe and defeating this pandemic." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $200,000 FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN SALISBURY Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021 MARYLAND DELEGATION MEMBERS APPLAUD NEW FEMA-SUPPORTED MASS VACCINATION SITE IN WALDORF Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021 Van Hollen, Markey, and Senate Colleagues Back President Biden's Return to Nuclear Diplomacy with Ira Nloped. Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021 Tweet - "I'm pleased @FEMA has announced a new, mass-vaccination site in Waldorf. Access to vaccines and ensuring equitable distribution remains Team Maryland's top priority, and this new site will increase accessibility for residents of Charles Co & Southern MD." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 Tweet - "Over half a million Americans lost to this pandemic is a stunning and unfathomable number to contemplate. I stood in a moment of silence tonight for each of those Americans, who were our loved-ones, neighbors, and friends. I join the country in deeply mourning this sad milestone." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 Tweet - "A year ago today Ahmaud Arbery was chased down and killed while jogging. Today, we remember him and countless others who have died from racist violence. More must be done to combat our nation's legacy of systemic racism and affirm that #BlackLivesMatter." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF LINDA THOMAS-GREENFIELD TO SERVE AS UNITED STATES AMBASSADOR TO THE UNITED NATIONS Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 23, 2021 Wexton and Van Hollen Introduce Legislation to Ensure Transparency in Federal Agency Relocations Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 23, 2021 Merkley, Leahy, Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Tackle Corruption, Human Rights Violations in Honduras Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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