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Dec. 30, 2020 Tweet - "I am saddened to learn of the passing of Congressman-elect Luke Letlow, and I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences to his family. I mourn his loss, and the loss of all those whose lives have been tragically cut short by COVID-19." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the House Voting to Override President Trump's Veto of the NDAA Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement on House-Passed Legislation to Increase Economic Impact Payments to Families Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 28, 2020 Tweet - "The House has now voted in a bipartisan fashion to override Trump's irresponsible veto of the 2021 defense authorization bill. I am confident that the Senate will join the House in rejecting the President's veto and standing with our Armed Forces." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 24, 2020 Tweet - "On Christmas Eve, the GOP blocked a request to increase direct payments to families from $600 to $2000. Our people & economy need help. POTUS should sign the bipartisan COVID-19 bill now & Democrats will continue fighting for more assistance #ForThePeople." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Congress reached a bipartisan agreement while Trump was silent. After we passed a bill, he now demands $2,000 direct payments. I offered unanimous consent today to provide just that, but House GOP blocked it. The American people need help now. They cannot afford this GOP chaos." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader; Hon. Steve Scalise, Senate Minority Whip - PPP Tax Deductibility Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minor Leader; Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader; Hon. Steve Scalise, House Minority Whip - Rep. Austin Scott Fights for COVID-19 Tax Relief for Small Businesses Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Restoring Congressionally-directed spending, with full transparency and accountability, is a top priority. As this editorial points out, doing so will shift decision making back to the Congress and help address dysfunction and end gridlock." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 18, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Election as Majority Leader Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 10, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senate Republicans Introducing FY2021 Appropriations Bills Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "At long last, Republicans introduced their bills for FY 2021, more than a month after that year began. With the Senate finally engaged, we can finish the work House Dems started in the spring to avert a damaging government shutdown by the 12/11 deadline." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I have long championed significant investments in the Technology Modernization Fund to help modernize government systems so we can better serve the American people, and I am pleased to see this analysis highlighting the success of this fund." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 9, 2020 Hoyer Statement on DCCC Chairwoman Cheri Bustos Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 6, 2020 Letter to Democratic Colleague - Hoyer Announces Bid for Majority Leader Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 22, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senate Judiciary Committee Advancing SCOTUS Confirmation Vote Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 21, 2020 Hoyer: GOP Senate Bill Another Example of Republicans' Failure to Take the Coronavirus Seriously Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "During an economic and public health crisis, @SenateMajLdr would rather confirm judges than pass desperately-needed coronavirus relief to help millions of American families and businesses. American lives are at stake, and Republicans are failing our nation." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 19, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman Steny Hoyer Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's impulsiveness, irrationality, and irresponsibility on display yesterday has put our economy and millions of Americans at risk." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "The pandemic's economic toll is devastating; it's unacceptable that Americans are forced to choose between keeping the lights on & putting food on the table. Dems are taking action tonight to provide relief; Trump & GOP should work w/us to reach agreement." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Today the House passed the updated Heroes Act to meet the urgent needs of Americans. I urge President Trump and Senate Republicans to work with us to reach bipartisan agreement without further delay. https://bit.ly/34jv055" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "American workers deserve an economy that works for everyone. House Dems have passed legislation to raise wages and rebuild our infrastructure. It's time for @SenateMajLdr to do his job and bring these critically important bills to the Senate floor." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Updated Version of the Heroes Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 28, 2020 Tweet - "Since mid-August, I have urged House Democrats to put a compromise measure on the table to show Americans that we are continuing to negotiate in good faith. I am pleased that, working with Speaker Pelosi, we have fashioned a proposal." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems have passed legislation to: (Special Character)lower health care costs (Special Character)higher paychecks by rebuilding America (Special Character)strengthen our Democracy RT if you agree it's time for Senate Republicans to do their job and take up legislation #ForThePeople." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Today during my weekly press conference I told press that the House is in session this week after an extremely successful summer work period. This week we will be taking up a number of bills to combat discrimination in the workplace and take a stand against anti-Asian bias." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 13, 2020 Tweet - "26 years ago #VAWA was signed into law to take a stand against domestic violence toward women. This legislation is just as important today as it was years ago, which is why the House acted early last year reauthorize it." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 10, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senate Republicans' Insufficient Coronavirus Bill Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 8, 2020 Tweet - "For months Senate GOP refused to help state & local governments replace lost revenue as we confront this pandemic. Now we see the result: funding for important programs is being cut & the economic crisis grows. It's past time they pass the #HeroesAct." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Over the past 5 weeks, the names of nearly 7,000 citizen cosponsors of the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act have been entered into the Congressional Record. I continue to call on the Senate to pass this bill. Learn more about this legislation here:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 24, 2020 Tweet - "The #CARESAct ensured millions of Americans could pay their rent, buy groceries, and stay afloat during this crisis. The #HeroesAct would extend the assistance Americans need urgently. The Senate and the White House must act now." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 15, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Three Months Since Passage of the Heroes Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Dems passed the #HeroesAct 3 months ago to deal with Trump's failure to establish a national testing plan. Nearly 8 months into this crisis, testing delays are making it even harder to control the spread. We need a comprehensive testing strategy now." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 10, 2020 Hoyer Statement on July Jobs Report Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The bill rejected by the Senate today did not provide the resources desperately needed by our nation's families, workers, and businesses as we confront this pandemic. It further demonstrates Republicans' failure to meet this moment of challenge." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "It is heartbreaking that over 400k MD children live in a home that is behind on rent, isn't getting enough to eat, or both. The #HeroesAct provided critical assistance to address food & housing insecurity. It's shameful the GOP continues to block this aid." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - ". @HouseBudgetDems released an important report today about what's at stake for working families and our economy after the GOP allowed enhanced unemployment assistance to expire. We must reach agreement now to ensure Americans can make ends meet." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "A federal court has affirmed what was already clear from our Constitution: the House has the right to determine its own rules, including the allowance of proxy voting as an emergency measure during this pandemic." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "With another 1.2 million new weekly UI claims filed, we are witnessing 20 weeks of over one million new claims, something that has never happened even once before. This week, 31 million Americans were cut off from enhanced unemployment assistance because of GOP obstruction." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "With 1,000 Americans dying a day, it is incomprehensible that Trump still does not have a national testing strategy. Without a strategy, we are seeing unacceptable delays in testing results, which makes the tests "worthless."" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Govt technology systems must be modernized to deliver relief. The #HeroesAct provided $1B for the Tech Modernization Fund & the Senate GOP bill provided $2B for tech upgrades for the IRS. I suggest to Secretary Mnuchin that we combine these proposals." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 31, 2020 Hoyer Statement Slamming Senate Republicans for Obstructing Legislation For The People Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 31, 2020 Tweet - "11 weeks since the House passed the #HeroesAct, Republicans continue to dissemble and delay in providing coronavirus relief. The House will not begin the August District Work Period until the Senate agrees to pass a COVID-19 bill that we can send to POTUS." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "30 million are facing food insecurity, and it's absurd that the Senate GOP's coronavirus bill does nothing to halt this worsening hardship for families. The nutrition assistance offered in the #HeroesAct would help. The Senate GOP must pass it now." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "GDP contracted at an unprecedented 33% annual rate, revealing the historic scale of the economic fallout from this crisis. There should now be no question that Congress and POTUS must come together & pass a relief package large enough to meet this moment." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "The House came together in a bipartisan vote to reauthorize the Water Resources Development Act this week. I've been proud to lead the #MakeItInAmerica agenda for jobs, and strengthening infrastructure, as this bill does, is a key component of that plan." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "The House came together in a bipartisan vote to reauthorize the Water Resources Development Act this week. I've been proud to lead the #MakeItInAmerica agenda for jobs, and strengthening infrastructure, as this bill does, is a key component of that plan." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "Our nation faces a childcare crisis, and the House is considering two bills to keep child care providers open, expand the availability of child care, and help workers return to their jobs when it is safe to do so. I urged my colleagues to vote yes for America's families." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "I'm attending today's @HouseJudiciary hearing with Attorney General Barr. I do not believe he is impartially presiding over justice, and he is misleading the American people. I'm particularly concerned he is misusing law enforcement to carry out Trump's political agenda." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 27, 2020 NEWSLETTER: Taking Action to Preserve Our Natural Resources Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 27, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senate Republicans' COVID-19 Legislation Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "I'm pleased the House took action today to fund a significant portion of the government, including resources to protect the Chesapeake Bay, support our veterans, & provide nutrition assistance for MD families." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "We are inching closer to what is predicted to be a dangerous housing crisis where millions of families will face eviction. Senate Republicans should take up and pass the #HeroesAct to avoid this looming disaster." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2020 Hoyer, Langevin Introduce Resolution Marking 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, the House voted to replace the bust of former Chief Justice Roger B. Taney with one of Justice Thurgood Marshall, and I urge the Senate to take up this bill. This isn't a partisan issue. It is about honoring those who stood up for justice and equality. #RemoveHate" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, in bipartisan fashion, the House voted to permanently #FundLWCF when we passed the Great American Outdoors Act. I was proud to join my colleagues this morning to celebrate passage of this bill at an enrollment ceremony. It is a great day for America and #ForThePeople." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "Weekly new UI claims rose to 1.4 million -- that's the 18th straight week claims were over 1.3 million. This is an unprecedented crisis that is getting worse & 32 million Americans will see unemployment assistance drop off a cliff after this weekend if the Senate doesn't act." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "Today's hearing by @WaysMeansCmte Subcommittee on Trade is important to understanding not only the effects of COVID-19 on supply chains but also on the long-term challenges facing American manufacturing and economic growth. https://bit.ly/30EGWNg" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "#BlackLivesMatter and we must answer calls for change. As Americans speak out on this issue, House Democrats are listening. We passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act 4 weeks ago today. It's time for the Senate to take up this critical bill. http://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 The Way We Treat One Another Matters Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Access to Counsel Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "I strongly support Chairman @RepAdamSchiff 's request following reports that @DHSgov may be engaging in unprecedented, expanded intelligence. Domestic surveillance & the deployment of heavily armed, anonymous federal law enforcement are tactics used by dictators, not democracies." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the NO BAN Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "Thousands of Americans from nearly every state have visited https://justiceinpolicing.us/#/ to learn about the #GeorgeFloyd #JusticeInPolicing Act, and many have shared wrenching stories about why we need to pass this bill. I shared some of them on the House Floor today." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 21, 2020 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference today, I spoke of my dear friend John Lewis. He was one of the most Christ-like figures I've ever met, and I miss him dearly. There is no greater way to remember his life than to strengthen voting rights in his honor." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "I thank @OversightDems for holding a hearing today to examine how this pandemic has exposed outdated technology in government. House Dems will continue to focus on tech modernization to ensure government works better #ForThePeople." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2020 Security Experts Confirm Feasibility Of Remote Voting In The House Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to bring the #RaiseTheWage Act to the Floor one year ago tomorrow to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour & give 33 million Americans an overdue raise. It's time for the Senate to take up this bill. RT & share what an increase in the minimum wage would mean to you." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to bring the #RaiseTheWage Act to the Floor one year ago tomorrow to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour & give 33 million Americans an overdue raise. It's time for the Senate to take up this bill. RT & share what an increase in the minimum wage would mean to you." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2020 Security Experts Confirm Feasibility of Remote Voting in The House Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 17, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Committee on House Administration Hearing on Remote Voting During National Emergencies Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to intro a bill w/ @RepBarbaraLee , @WhipClyburn , @RepKarenBass , @BennieGThompson , & @GKButterfield to replace the bust of Chief Justice Roger Taney w/ one of Justice Thurgood Marshall & to remove other shameful reminders of slavery from the Capitol:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "With millions of Americans seeking jobless benefits each week, it is outrageous that so many Americans are still waiting for assistance months into this crisis." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "You marched, you protested, you spoke out about police reform. House Dems listened & passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act. Now it's up to the Senate to take up and pass this critically important bill. Learn how you can engage here:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
Dec. 30, 2020 Tweet - "I am saddened to learn of the passing of Congressman-elect Luke Letlow, and I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences to his family. I mourn his loss, and the loss of all those whose lives have been tragically cut short by COVID-19." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the House Voting to Override President Trump's Veto of the NDAA Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement on House-Passed Legislation to Increase Economic Impact Payments to Families Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 28, 2020 Tweet - "The House has now voted in a bipartisan fashion to override Trump's irresponsible veto of the 2021 defense authorization bill. I am confident that the Senate will join the House in rejecting the President's veto and standing with our Armed Forces." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 24, 2020 Tweet - "On Christmas Eve, the GOP blocked a request to increase direct payments to families from $600 to $2000. Our people & economy need help. POTUS should sign the bipartisan COVID-19 bill now & Democrats will continue fighting for more assistance #ForThePeople." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Congress reached a bipartisan agreement while Trump was silent. After we passed a bill, he now demands $2,000 direct payments. I offered unanimous consent today to provide just that, but House GOP blocked it. The American people need help now. They cannot afford this GOP chaos." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader; Hon. Steve Scalise, Senate Minority Whip - PPP Tax Deductibility Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minor Leader; Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader; Hon. Steve Scalise, House Minority Whip - Rep. Austin Scott Fights for COVID-19 Tax Relief for Small Businesses Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Restoring Congressionally-directed spending, with full transparency and accountability, is a top priority. As this editorial points out, doing so will shift decision making back to the Congress and help address dysfunction and end gridlock." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 18, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Election as Majority Leader Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 10, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senate Republicans Introducing FY2021 Appropriations Bills Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "At long last, Republicans introduced their bills for FY 2021, more than a month after that year began. With the Senate finally engaged, we can finish the work House Dems started in the spring to avert a damaging government shutdown by the 12/11 deadline." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I have long championed significant investments in the Technology Modernization Fund to help modernize government systems so we can better serve the American people, and I am pleased to see this analysis highlighting the success of this fund." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 9, 2020 Hoyer Statement on DCCC Chairwoman Cheri Bustos Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 6, 2020 Letter to Democratic Colleague - Hoyer Announces Bid for Majority Leader Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 22, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senate Judiciary Committee Advancing SCOTUS Confirmation Vote Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 21, 2020 Hoyer: GOP Senate Bill Another Example of Republicans' Failure to Take the Coronavirus Seriously Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "During an economic and public health crisis, @SenateMajLdr would rather confirm judges than pass desperately-needed coronavirus relief to help millions of American families and businesses. American lives are at stake, and Republicans are failing our nation." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 19, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman Steny Hoyer Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's impulsiveness, irrationality, and irresponsibility on display yesterday has put our economy and millions of Americans at risk." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "The pandemic's economic toll is devastating; it's unacceptable that Americans are forced to choose between keeping the lights on & putting food on the table. Dems are taking action tonight to provide relief; Trump & GOP should work w/us to reach agreement." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Today the House passed the updated Heroes Act to meet the urgent needs of Americans. I urge President Trump and Senate Republicans to work with us to reach bipartisan agreement without further delay. https://bit.ly/34jv055" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "American workers deserve an economy that works for everyone. House Dems have passed legislation to raise wages and rebuild our infrastructure. It's time for @SenateMajLdr to do his job and bring these critically important bills to the Senate floor." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Updated Version of the Heroes Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 28, 2020 Tweet - "Since mid-August, I have urged House Democrats to put a compromise measure on the table to show Americans that we are continuing to negotiate in good faith. I am pleased that, working with Speaker Pelosi, we have fashioned a proposal." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems have passed legislation to: (Special Character)lower health care costs (Special Character)higher paychecks by rebuilding America (Special Character)strengthen our Democracy RT if you agree it's time for Senate Republicans to do their job and take up legislation #ForThePeople." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Today during my weekly press conference I told press that the House is in session this week after an extremely successful summer work period. This week we will be taking up a number of bills to combat discrimination in the workplace and take a stand against anti-Asian bias." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 13, 2020 Tweet - "26 years ago #VAWA was signed into law to take a stand against domestic violence toward women. This legislation is just as important today as it was years ago, which is why the House acted early last year reauthorize it." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 10, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senate Republicans' Insufficient Coronavirus Bill Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 8, 2020 Tweet - "For months Senate GOP refused to help state & local governments replace lost revenue as we confront this pandemic. Now we see the result: funding for important programs is being cut & the economic crisis grows. It's past time they pass the #HeroesAct." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Over the past 5 weeks, the names of nearly 7,000 citizen cosponsors of the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act have been entered into the Congressional Record. I continue to call on the Senate to pass this bill. Learn more about this legislation here:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 24, 2020 Tweet - "The #CARESAct ensured millions of Americans could pay their rent, buy groceries, and stay afloat during this crisis. The #HeroesAct would extend the assistance Americans need urgently. The Senate and the White House must act now." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 15, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Three Months Since Passage of the Heroes Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Dems passed the #HeroesAct 3 months ago to deal with Trump's failure to establish a national testing plan. Nearly 8 months into this crisis, testing delays are making it even harder to control the spread. We need a comprehensive testing strategy now." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 10, 2020 Hoyer Statement on July Jobs Report Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The bill rejected by the Senate today did not provide the resources desperately needed by our nation's families, workers, and businesses as we confront this pandemic. It further demonstrates Republicans' failure to meet this moment of challenge." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "It is heartbreaking that over 400k MD children live in a home that is behind on rent, isn't getting enough to eat, or both. The #HeroesAct provided critical assistance to address food & housing insecurity. It's shameful the GOP continues to block this aid." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - ". @HouseBudgetDems released an important report today about what's at stake for working families and our economy after the GOP allowed enhanced unemployment assistance to expire. We must reach agreement now to ensure Americans can make ends meet." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "A federal court has affirmed what was already clear from our Constitution: the House has the right to determine its own rules, including the allowance of proxy voting as an emergency measure during this pandemic." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "With another 1.2 million new weekly UI claims filed, we are witnessing 20 weeks of over one million new claims, something that has never happened even once before. This week, 31 million Americans were cut off from enhanced unemployment assistance because of GOP obstruction." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "With 1,000 Americans dying a day, it is incomprehensible that Trump still does not have a national testing strategy. Without a strategy, we are seeing unacceptable delays in testing results, which makes the tests "worthless."" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Govt technology systems must be modernized to deliver relief. The #HeroesAct provided $1B for the Tech Modernization Fund & the Senate GOP bill provided $2B for tech upgrades for the IRS. I suggest to Secretary Mnuchin that we combine these proposals." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 31, 2020 Hoyer Statement Slamming Senate Republicans for Obstructing Legislation For The People Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 31, 2020 Tweet - "11 weeks since the House passed the #HeroesAct, Republicans continue to dissemble and delay in providing coronavirus relief. The House will not begin the August District Work Period until the Senate agrees to pass a COVID-19 bill that we can send to POTUS." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "30 million are facing food insecurity, and it's absurd that the Senate GOP's coronavirus bill does nothing to halt this worsening hardship for families. The nutrition assistance offered in the #HeroesAct would help. The Senate GOP must pass it now." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "GDP contracted at an unprecedented 33% annual rate, revealing the historic scale of the economic fallout from this crisis. There should now be no question that Congress and POTUS must come together & pass a relief package large enough to meet this moment." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "The House came together in a bipartisan vote to reauthorize the Water Resources Development Act this week. I've been proud to lead the #MakeItInAmerica agenda for jobs, and strengthening infrastructure, as this bill does, is a key component of that plan." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "The House came together in a bipartisan vote to reauthorize the Water Resources Development Act this week. I've been proud to lead the #MakeItInAmerica agenda for jobs, and strengthening infrastructure, as this bill does, is a key component of that plan." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "Our nation faces a childcare crisis, and the House is considering two bills to keep child care providers open, expand the availability of child care, and help workers return to their jobs when it is safe to do so. I urged my colleagues to vote yes for America's families." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "I'm attending today's @HouseJudiciary hearing with Attorney General Barr. I do not believe he is impartially presiding over justice, and he is misleading the American people. I'm particularly concerned he is misusing law enforcement to carry out Trump's political agenda." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 27, 2020 NEWSLETTER: Taking Action to Preserve Our Natural Resources Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 27, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senate Republicans' COVID-19 Legislation Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "I'm pleased the House took action today to fund a significant portion of the government, including resources to protect the Chesapeake Bay, support our veterans, & provide nutrition assistance for MD families." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "We are inching closer to what is predicted to be a dangerous housing crisis where millions of families will face eviction. Senate Republicans should take up and pass the #HeroesAct to avoid this looming disaster." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2020 Hoyer, Langevin Introduce Resolution Marking 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, the House voted to replace the bust of former Chief Justice Roger B. Taney with one of Justice Thurgood Marshall, and I urge the Senate to take up this bill. This isn't a partisan issue. It is about honoring those who stood up for justice and equality. #RemoveHate" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, in bipartisan fashion, the House voted to permanently #FundLWCF when we passed the Great American Outdoors Act. I was proud to join my colleagues this morning to celebrate passage of this bill at an enrollment ceremony. It is a great day for America and #ForThePeople." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "Weekly new UI claims rose to 1.4 million -- that's the 18th straight week claims were over 1.3 million. This is an unprecedented crisis that is getting worse & 32 million Americans will see unemployment assistance drop off a cliff after this weekend if the Senate doesn't act." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "Today's hearing by @WaysMeansCmte Subcommittee on Trade is important to understanding not only the effects of COVID-19 on supply chains but also on the long-term challenges facing American manufacturing and economic growth. https://bit.ly/30EGWNg" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "#BlackLivesMatter and we must answer calls for change. As Americans speak out on this issue, House Democrats are listening. We passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act 4 weeks ago today. It's time for the Senate to take up this critical bill. http://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 The Way We Treat One Another Matters Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Access to Counsel Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "I strongly support Chairman @RepAdamSchiff 's request following reports that @DHSgov may be engaging in unprecedented, expanded intelligence. Domestic surveillance & the deployment of heavily armed, anonymous federal law enforcement are tactics used by dictators, not democracies." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the NO BAN Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "Thousands of Americans from nearly every state have visited https://justiceinpolicing.us/#/ to learn about the #GeorgeFloyd #JusticeInPolicing Act, and many have shared wrenching stories about why we need to pass this bill. I shared some of them on the House Floor today." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 21, 2020 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference today, I spoke of my dear friend John Lewis. He was one of the most Christ-like figures I've ever met, and I miss him dearly. There is no greater way to remember his life than to strengthen voting rights in his honor." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "I thank @OversightDems for holding a hearing today to examine how this pandemic has exposed outdated technology in government. House Dems will continue to focus on tech modernization to ensure government works better #ForThePeople." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2020 Security Experts Confirm Feasibility Of Remote Voting In The House Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to bring the #RaiseTheWage Act to the Floor one year ago tomorrow to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour & give 33 million Americans an overdue raise. It's time for the Senate to take up this bill. RT & share what an increase in the minimum wage would mean to you." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to bring the #RaiseTheWage Act to the Floor one year ago tomorrow to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour & give 33 million Americans an overdue raise. It's time for the Senate to take up this bill. RT & share what an increase in the minimum wage would mean to you." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2020 Security Experts Confirm Feasibility of Remote Voting in The House Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 17, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Committee on House Administration Hearing on Remote Voting During National Emergencies Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to intro a bill w/ @RepBarbaraLee , @WhipClyburn , @RepKarenBass , @BennieGThompson , & @GKButterfield to replace the bust of Chief Justice Roger Taney w/ one of Justice Thurgood Marshall & to remove other shameful reminders of slavery from the Capitol:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "With millions of Americans seeking jobless benefits each week, it is outrageous that so many Americans are still waiting for assistance months into this crisis." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "You marched, you protested, you spoke out about police reform. House Dems listened & passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act. Now it's up to the Senate to take up and pass this critically important bill. Learn how you can engage here:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
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