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April 6, 2021
Letter to Honorable Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Dingell, Pocan, Khanna Lead 76 Members of Congress in Calling on Biden-Harris Administration to Press For End of Yemeni Blockade
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 5, 2021
Tweet - "We ought to make it easier for Americans to vote, not harder. #HR1 would do just that, and the majority of Americans support this bill. We must enact this legislation to strengthen election integrity and restore faith in our government."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 5, 2021
Tweet - "House Democrats are delivering on our promise to make government work more effectively #ForThePeople it serves. #HR1 is a sweeping government reform package that would put the power of government back in the hands of the American people."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 1, 2021
Schiff, Maloney Introduce Resolution Highlighting Need for Nondiscriminatory and Equitable Blood Donation Guidelines
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 1, 2021
Tweet - "The American people overwhelmingly believe that LGBTQ individuals should not be denied equal protections under the law. House Democrats have passed the #EqualityAct and will continue calling on the Senate to extend anti-discrimination protections to the LGBTQ community."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 31, 2021
Letter to David Uejio, Acting Director of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Urge Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council to Address Racial Disparities in Housing Appraisal Industry
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 26, 2021
New Report Finds Nearly 3,800 Hate Incidents Targeting AAPI Individuals in Last Year -- Murray, Cantwell Introduce Resolution Condemning Anti-Asian Hatred, Discrimination
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 25, 2021
Tweet - "The bill signed by Gov. Kemp this evening is part of a national strategy by Republicans to prevent minorities from voting, a blatant embrace of the Jim Crow-era voter suppression that made our democracy so imperfect for so long."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 25, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Georgia Republicans Moving to Suppress Voting Rights
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 24, 2021
Hirono, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Condemning Anti-Asian Hatred, Discrimination Related to COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 24, 2021
Tweet - "I was proud to bring the #ForThePeople Act to the House Floor earlier this month, and I'm pleased the Democratic-led Senate is advancing #S1 today to safeguard our democracy and strengthen election integrity. Dems will continue working to enact this critical legislation."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2021
Tweet - "China's campaign against Uyghurs has violated the human rights of millions of innocent people. The multilateral sanctions announced today represent a significant effort by the US & our global partners to exert pressure on Beijing to cease this persecution."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021
Tweet - "The surge in violence against the #AAPI community is abhorrent and we must take action to #StopAsianHate. I thank @HouseJudiciary for holding a hearing today on the increase in anti-Asian hate crimes. We must stand together to condemn and combat this bigotry."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
Removing the Deadline for the Ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "I'm pleased that the House is taking action today to reauthorize #VAWA and remove the arbitrary deadline to ratify the #ERA. I hope my colleagues join me in supporting these important pieces of legislation and stand up for women's equality."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "If we are serious about addressing the pandemic of violence against women in our country, then I hope my GOP colleagues will support #VAWA Reauthorization today. I hope this bill passes with bipartisan support and is taken up by the Senate without delay."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "The horrific shootings in the Atlanta-area & the continued violence against Asian Americans must be condemned in the strongest terms. While a motive hasn't been announced, there has been a clear increase in anti-Asian discrimination during this pandemic and it is unacceptable."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
A Historic Day for Women
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
March 17, 2021
Congressman Kweisi Mfume on Passage of Historic Legislation to Uphold and Strengthen the Rights of Women
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
March 16, 2021
Tweet - "During my weekly pen and pad press conference, I told the press that the #AmericanRescuePlan will make an extraordinary difference in our country for the middle class and families that have been struggling with this pandemic. Millions are already feeling its major impact."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 13, 2021
Tweet - "It's been 1 year since Breonna Taylor lost her life to police brutality & we still #SayHerName today. The Senate should pass the #GeorgeFloydLaw to prevent more Black lives from being cut short by misconduct & ensure police can protect the communities they swore to serve."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2021
Letter to Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, Chair of the Biden-Harris COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force - Duckworth, Booker Request Guidance from Biden-Harris Health Equity Task Force on Addressing Disparities in Covid-19 Vaccination Rates
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 9, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, BLUMENTHAL INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO SUPPORT YOUNG SCIENTISTS BY PREVENTING THE LOSS OF RESEARCH TALENT DURING & BEYOND THE PANDEMIC
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, HASSAN CALL FOR IMPROVED VACCINE ACCESS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2021
Tweet - "56 years ago yesterday, John Lewis & 600 advocates marched to protect the right to vote. Today, we remember #BloodySunday & John Lewis's legacy. As Republicans around the country move to take away voting rights, I will work to #RestoreTheVRA & protect the right to vote for all."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2021
Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Voting Access Executive Order
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2021
Tweet - "I want to thank @POTUS for marking the anniversary of "Bloody Sunday' with action to secure Americans' voting rights. Today's order is a tribute to John Lewis and all he did to secure that right for all Americans."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Letter to Dave Uejio, Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - VAN HOLLEN, COLLEAGUES PRESS CFPB TO PREVENT TENANT SCREENING TECHNOLOGIES FROM HURTING RENTERS OF COLOR
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "This week, House Dems passed the #ForThePeople Act, which ensures Americans can exercise their right to vote & will make government accountable to the people it serves. We remain committed to strengthening voting rights, despite GOP-led efforts to make it harder to vote."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Hoyer Remarks at the 2021 Virtual Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage Event
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "Glad to join @RepAnthonyBrown on the #AmericanRescuePlan Day of Action for an important conversation with #MD05 public health officials about the importance of passing the bill to improve vaccine distribution and address racial inequalities. https://bit.ly/2OuTxzV"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "Last year, I walked across the Edmund Pettus Bridge w/ John Lewis for the last time. As we approach the anniversary of Bloody Sunday, I am reflecting on my experiences on the annual @FaithandPolitic pilgrimage to Selma, & paying tribute to my brother & guiding light -- John Lewis."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 3, 2021
Tweet - "Tonight, the House will consider the #GeorgeFloyd Justice in Policing Act to address racial bias in policing & work to change the culture of law enforcement to promote better relationships between officers & the communities they serve. Learn more at: http://JusticeInPolicing.us."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 3, 2021
Harris Votes "No" on Democrat Voting Overhaul Sellout
Rep. Andy Harris
March 2, 2021
Tweet - "Vernon Jordan was a wonderful human being, an extraordinary example of a gentleman and a dynamic leader for civil rights. I join in offering my condolences to his wife Ann, to his daughter Vickee, to his grandchildren, and to the entire Jordan family."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
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
Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Vernon Jordan
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021
Lankford, Coons, Tillis Advocate for a Senate Human Rights Commission
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. 26, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, MENENDEZ REINTRODUCE BILL TO PROMOTE CORPORATE DIVERSITY
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 25, 2021
Harris Votes "No' on So-Called Equality Act
Rep. Andy Harris
Feb. 25, 2021
House Democrats Reintroduce Bill to Strengthen Civil Rights Protections, Restore Purpose of Federal Religious Freedom Law
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Feb. 25, 2021
Equality Act
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Feb. 25, 2021
Equality Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021
Norton, Raskin Reintroduce Bill to Remove Name of Segregationist From Chevy Chase Circle
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Feb. 23, 2021
Merkley, Leahy, Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Tackle Corruption, Human Rights Violations in Honduras
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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. 19, 2021
Tweet - "Communities of color continue to be the hardest hit during this pandemic, suffering from a disproportionate loss of life & infections. In Maryland & around the country we must ensure #VaccineAccessForAll. I thank @COVIDOversight for their hearing today on this issue."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 17, 2021
Letter to President Joe Biden and Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas - SEN. VAN HOLLEN, REP. BROWN LEAD NEW BICAMERAL PUSH TO PROTECT CAMEROONIANS IN THE FACE OF MOUNTING VIOLENCE
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 17, 2021
Letter to President Biden - VAN HOLLEN, INHOFE, LEAHY AND 24 COLLEAGUES URGE BIDEN TO REVERSE MISGUIDED WESTERN SAHARA DECISION
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 12, 2021
Tweet - "The last time I saw Martin Luther King Jr. alive was at Septima Clark's house. Many consider Rosa Parks to be the "mother of the movement," but King actually gave that designation to Septima Clark. She taught Rosa Parks & guided many others in the movement. #BlackHistoryMonth"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 8, 2021
Tweet - "This pandemic has highlighted the importance of eliminating health disparities. As a founding Member of @BMHCaucus, I congratulate @RepAdams @RepUnderwood @CoryBooker for today's introduction of the #Momnibus -- policy solutions to end maternal health disparities."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 1, 2021
Tweet - "As we celebrate #BHM, we mourn the devastating impact of the pandemic on the Black community & recommit ourselves to the struggle against systemic racism. We must continue to work together to build the better tomorrow we know is possible for our country. https://bit.ly/3j86Hhz"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 1, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Black History Month
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 27, 2021
Murphy, Blumenthal, Carper, Senate Democrats Reintroduce Statehood Bill To Ensure Equal Representation For Over 700,000 D.C. Residents
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 26, 2021
Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Executive Actions on Racial Equity
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Today's executive actions demonstrate the Biden Administration's commitment to pursuing racial equity and justice in our country. These are first steps and are no replacement for legislative action, but they will start to make a difference right away."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 18, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 18, 2021
Tweet - "In 2021 we celebrate #MLKDay during a pandemic that has exposed racial disparities in health care & our economy, and after a summer when millions of Americans marched against systemic racism."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2020
Subcommittee Chair Raskin Issues Statement on Trump Administration's Last-minute Rulemakings That Allow for Lgbtq+ Discrimination
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Dec. 15, 2020
Oversight Chairs Seek Member Briefing Related to Executive Order Canceling Diversity, Anti-racism Training
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Dec. 10, 2020
Castro, Raskin Statement on Commemorating International Human Rights Day
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Dec. 8, 2020
Congressman Mfume Moves to Advance 'Henrietta Lacks Enhancing Cancer Research Act' in U.S. House on Wednesday
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
Dec. 6, 2020
Tweet - "One year ago, the Dem-led House passed HR 4, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. As we look to the next Congress & a new Biden-Harris Admin, I hope we can move forward on this legislation & honor the memory of civil rights heroes like John Lewis."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 4, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Underwood Leads Congressional Effort Calling for Gao Review of Disparities in Vaccination Coverage
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 4, 2020
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the MORE Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 30, 2020
Tweet - "Coronavirus has exacerbated racial economic disparities, and the recovery outlook for Black communities is expected to be much slower because of long-standing injustice."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 19, 2020
Letter to Government Accountability Office - Raskin, Blumenthal Seek Study of Online Hate Crimes as Fbi, Adl Reports Show Rise in Incidents
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Nov. 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Jim Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Udall, Heinrich, Democratic Senators Urge Armed Services Leaders To Retain Bipartisan, Bicameral Measure To Rename Military Bases And Other Assets Honoring The Confederacy
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 3, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Recognize $300,000 Federal Award to Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 2, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Congressman Cohen Asks FBI Director to Investigate Efforts to Deny Voters the Right to a Free and Fair Election
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
Oct. 28, 2020
Cardin, Van Hollen, Raskin, Trone Demand Better Protection of African-american Historic Sites in Capital Beltway Widening
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Oct. 23, 2020
Senators Booker, Stabenow, Whitehouse, Blumenthal, Brown, Cardin, Van Hollen Unveil New Report on Consequences for Core Civil Rights Protections of Special Interest Campaign to Capture Our Courts
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 22, 2020
Reps. Johnson, Beatty Introduce New Legislation to Combat Discrimination in Our Nation's Financial Services Industry
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 21, 2020
Tweet - "Health disparities among the Latino community in our state have exacerbated the impact of COVID-19. I joined with my colleagues in urging @GovLarryHogan to deliver targeted relief to Latino families & focus on halting the spread of the virus."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date
Title
Politician
April 6, 2021
Letter to Honorable Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Dingell, Pocan, Khanna Lead 76 Members of Congress in Calling on Biden-Harris Administration to Press For End of Yemeni Blockade
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 5, 2021
Tweet - "We ought to make it easier for Americans to vote, not harder. #HR1 would do just that, and the majority of Americans support this bill. We must enact this legislation to strengthen election integrity and restore faith in our government."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 5, 2021
Tweet - "House Democrats are delivering on our promise to make government work more effectively #ForThePeople it serves. #HR1 is a sweeping government reform package that would put the power of government back in the hands of the American people."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 1, 2021
Schiff, Maloney Introduce Resolution Highlighting Need for Nondiscriminatory and Equitable Blood Donation Guidelines
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 1, 2021
Tweet - "The American people overwhelmingly believe that LGBTQ individuals should not be denied equal protections under the law. House Democrats have passed the #EqualityAct and will continue calling on the Senate to extend anti-discrimination protections to the LGBTQ community."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 31, 2021
Letter to David Uejio, Acting Director of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Urge Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council to Address Racial Disparities in Housing Appraisal Industry
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 26, 2021
New Report Finds Nearly 3,800 Hate Incidents Targeting AAPI Individuals in Last Year -- Murray, Cantwell Introduce Resolution Condemning Anti-Asian Hatred, Discrimination
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 25, 2021
Tweet - "The bill signed by Gov. Kemp this evening is part of a national strategy by Republicans to prevent minorities from voting, a blatant embrace of the Jim Crow-era voter suppression that made our democracy so imperfect for so long."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 25, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Georgia Republicans Moving to Suppress Voting Rights
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 24, 2021
Hirono, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Condemning Anti-Asian Hatred, Discrimination Related to COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 24, 2021
Tweet - "I was proud to bring the #ForThePeople Act to the House Floor earlier this month, and I'm pleased the Democratic-led Senate is advancing #S1 today to safeguard our democracy and strengthen election integrity. Dems will continue working to enact this critical legislation."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2021
Tweet - "China's campaign against Uyghurs has violated the human rights of millions of innocent people. The multilateral sanctions announced today represent a significant effort by the US & our global partners to exert pressure on Beijing to cease this persecution."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021
Tweet - "The surge in violence against the #AAPI community is abhorrent and we must take action to #StopAsianHate. I thank @HouseJudiciary for holding a hearing today on the increase in anti-Asian hate crimes. We must stand together to condemn and combat this bigotry."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
Removing the Deadline for the Ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "I'm pleased that the House is taking action today to reauthorize #VAWA and remove the arbitrary deadline to ratify the #ERA. I hope my colleagues join me in supporting these important pieces of legislation and stand up for women's equality."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "If we are serious about addressing the pandemic of violence against women in our country, then I hope my GOP colleagues will support #VAWA Reauthorization today. I hope this bill passes with bipartisan support and is taken up by the Senate without delay."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "The horrific shootings in the Atlanta-area & the continued violence against Asian Americans must be condemned in the strongest terms. While a motive hasn't been announced, there has been a clear increase in anti-Asian discrimination during this pandemic and it is unacceptable."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
A Historic Day for Women
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
March 17, 2021
Congressman Kweisi Mfume on Passage of Historic Legislation to Uphold and Strengthen the Rights of Women
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
March 16, 2021
Tweet - "During my weekly pen and pad press conference, I told the press that the #AmericanRescuePlan will make an extraordinary difference in our country for the middle class and families that have been struggling with this pandemic. Millions are already feeling its major impact."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 13, 2021
Tweet - "It's been 1 year since Breonna Taylor lost her life to police brutality & we still #SayHerName today. The Senate should pass the #GeorgeFloydLaw to prevent more Black lives from being cut short by misconduct & ensure police can protect the communities they swore to serve."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2021
Letter to Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, Chair of the Biden-Harris COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force - Duckworth, Booker Request Guidance from Biden-Harris Health Equity Task Force on Addressing Disparities in Covid-19 Vaccination Rates
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 9, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, BLUMENTHAL INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO SUPPORT YOUNG SCIENTISTS BY PREVENTING THE LOSS OF RESEARCH TALENT DURING & BEYOND THE PANDEMIC
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, HASSAN CALL FOR IMPROVED VACCINE ACCESS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2021
Tweet - "56 years ago yesterday, John Lewis & 600 advocates marched to protect the right to vote. Today, we remember #BloodySunday & John Lewis's legacy. As Republicans around the country move to take away voting rights, I will work to #RestoreTheVRA & protect the right to vote for all."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2021
Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Voting Access Executive Order
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2021
Tweet - "I want to thank @POTUS for marking the anniversary of "Bloody Sunday' with action to secure Americans' voting rights. Today's order is a tribute to John Lewis and all he did to secure that right for all Americans."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Letter to Dave Uejio, Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - VAN HOLLEN, COLLEAGUES PRESS CFPB TO PREVENT TENANT SCREENING TECHNOLOGIES FROM HURTING RENTERS OF COLOR
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "This week, House Dems passed the #ForThePeople Act, which ensures Americans can exercise their right to vote & will make government accountable to the people it serves. We remain committed to strengthening voting rights, despite GOP-led efforts to make it harder to vote."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Hoyer Remarks at the 2021 Virtual Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage Event
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "Glad to join @RepAnthonyBrown on the #AmericanRescuePlan Day of Action for an important conversation with #MD05 public health officials about the importance of passing the bill to improve vaccine distribution and address racial inequalities. https://bit.ly/2OuTxzV"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "Last year, I walked across the Edmund Pettus Bridge w/ John Lewis for the last time. As we approach the anniversary of Bloody Sunday, I am reflecting on my experiences on the annual @FaithandPolitic pilgrimage to Selma, & paying tribute to my brother & guiding light -- John Lewis."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 3, 2021
Tweet - "Tonight, the House will consider the #GeorgeFloyd Justice in Policing Act to address racial bias in policing & work to change the culture of law enforcement to promote better relationships between officers & the communities they serve. Learn more at: http://JusticeInPolicing.us."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 3, 2021
Harris Votes "No" on Democrat Voting Overhaul Sellout
Rep.Andy Harris
March 2, 2021
Tweet - "Vernon Jordan was a wonderful human being, an extraordinary example of a gentleman and a dynamic leader for civil rights. I join in offering my condolences to his wife Ann, to his daughter Vickee, to his grandchildren, and to the entire Jordan family."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
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
Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Vernon Jordan
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2021
Lankford, Coons, Tillis Advocate for a Senate Human Rights Commission
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. 26, 2021
VAN HOLLEN, MENENDEZ REINTRODUCE BILL TO PROMOTE CORPORATE DIVERSITY
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 25, 2021
Harris Votes "No' on So-Called Equality Act
Rep.Andy Harris
Feb. 25, 2021
House Democrats Reintroduce Bill to Strengthen Civil Rights Protections, Restore Purpose of Federal Religious Freedom Law
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Feb. 25, 2021
Equality Act
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Feb. 25, 2021
Equality Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021
Norton, Raskin Reintroduce Bill to Remove Name of Segregationist From Chevy Chase Circle
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Feb. 23, 2021
Merkley, Leahy, Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Tackle Corruption, Human Rights Violations in Honduras
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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. 19, 2021
Tweet - "Communities of color continue to be the hardest hit during this pandemic, suffering from a disproportionate loss of life & infections. In Maryland & around the country we must ensure #VaccineAccessForAll. I thank @COVIDOversight for their hearing today on this issue."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 17, 2021
Letter to President Joe Biden and Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas - SEN. VAN HOLLEN, REP. BROWN LEAD NEW BICAMERAL PUSH TO PROTECT CAMEROONIANS IN THE FACE OF MOUNTING VIOLENCE
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 17, 2021
Letter to President Biden - VAN HOLLEN, INHOFE, LEAHY AND 24 COLLEAGUES URGE BIDEN TO REVERSE MISGUIDED WESTERN SAHARA DECISION
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 12, 2021
Tweet - "The last time I saw Martin Luther King Jr. alive was at Septima Clark's house. Many consider Rosa Parks to be the "mother of the movement," but King actually gave that designation to Septima Clark. She taught Rosa Parks & guided many others in the movement. #BlackHistoryMonth"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 8, 2021
Tweet - "This pandemic has highlighted the importance of eliminating health disparities. As a founding Member of @BMHCaucus, I congratulate @RepAdams @RepUnderwood @CoryBooker for today's introduction of the #Momnibus -- policy solutions to end maternal health disparities."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 1, 2021
Tweet - "As we celebrate #BHM, we mourn the devastating impact of the pandemic on the Black community & recommit ourselves to the struggle against systemic racism. We must continue to work together to build the better tomorrow we know is possible for our country. https://bit.ly/3j86Hhz"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 1, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Black History Month
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 27, 2021
Murphy, Blumenthal, Carper, Senate Democrats Reintroduce Statehood Bill To Ensure Equal Representation For Over 700,000 D.C. Residents
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 26, 2021
Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Executive Actions on Racial Equity
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Today's executive actions demonstrate the Biden Administration's commitment to pursuing racial equity and justice in our country. These are first steps and are no replacement for legislative action, but they will start to make a difference right away."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 18, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 18, 2021
Tweet - "In 2021 we celebrate #MLKDay during a pandemic that has exposed racial disparities in health care & our economy, and after a summer when millions of Americans marched against systemic racism."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2020
Subcommittee Chair Raskin Issues Statement on Trump Administration's Last-minute Rulemakings That Allow for Lgbtq+ Discrimination
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Dec. 15, 2020
Oversight Chairs Seek Member Briefing Related to Executive Order Canceling Diversity, Anti-racism Training
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Dec. 10, 2020
Castro, Raskin Statement on Commemorating International Human Rights Day
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Dec. 8, 2020
Congressman Mfume Moves to Advance 'Henrietta Lacks Enhancing Cancer Research Act' in U.S. House on Wednesday
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
Dec. 6, 2020
Tweet - "One year ago, the Dem-led House passed HR 4, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. As we look to the next Congress & a new Biden-Harris Admin, I hope we can move forward on this legislation & honor the memory of civil rights heroes like John Lewis."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 4, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Underwood Leads Congressional Effort Calling for Gao Review of Disparities in Vaccination Coverage
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 4, 2020
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the MORE Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 30, 2020
Tweet - "Coronavirus has exacerbated racial economic disparities, and the recovery outlook for Black communities is expected to be much slower because of long-standing injustice."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 19, 2020
Letter to Government Accountability Office - Raskin, Blumenthal Seek Study of Online Hate Crimes as Fbi, Adl Reports Show Rise in Incidents
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Nov. 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Jim Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Udall, Heinrich, Democratic Senators Urge Armed Services Leaders To Retain Bipartisan, Bicameral Measure To Rename Military Bases And Other Assets Honoring The Confederacy
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 3, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Recognize $300,000 Federal Award to Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 2, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Congressman Cohen Asks FBI Director to Investigate Efforts to Deny Voters the Right to a Free and Fair Election
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
Oct. 28, 2020
Cardin, Van Hollen, Raskin, Trone Demand Better Protection of African-american Historic Sites in Capital Beltway Widening
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Oct. 23, 2020
Senators Booker, Stabenow, Whitehouse, Blumenthal, Brown, Cardin, Van Hollen Unveil New Report on Consequences for Core Civil Rights Protections of Special Interest Campaign to Capture Our Courts
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 22, 2020
Reps. Johnson, Beatty Introduce New Legislation to Combat Discrimination in Our Nation's Financial Services Industry
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 21, 2020
Tweet - "Health disparities among the Latino community in our state have exacerbated the impact of COVID-19. I joined with my colleagues in urging @GovLarryHogan to deliver targeted relief to Latino families & focus on halting the spread of the virus."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
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