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July 9, 2020 Tweet - "SCOTUS reaffirmed that the President of the United States is not above the law, that state prosecutors can obtain his financial records and that Congress's oversight authority is a broad and essential legislative power." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 9, 2020 Tweet - "It has now been two weeks since the House passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act to address police brutality. It's time for Sen. McConnell to allow a vote. Join me in demanding action by signing up as a citizen cosponsor of the #GeorgeFloydLaw: http://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2020 Hoyer, Van Hollen, Cardin, Brown Secure Provision for Family of Slain ROTC Graduate Lt. Richard Collins in House and Senate NDAA Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "Black & Latino families are disproportionately affected by food insecurity, & inequities will widen unless action is taken. Congress passed the #HeroesAct to increase nutrition assistance. The Senate GOP must pass it now & ensure families do not go hungry." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "Spc. Vanessa Guillen was a loving daughter and sister. She was a brave soldier who dreamed of serving in the military since childhood. Her family deserves answers. I stand with @RepSylviaGarcia in support of her request for DOD IG investigation." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 3, 2020 Tweet - "The updated Economic Outlook by @USCBO should serve as a call to action. Unemployment will remain much higher and economic activity much lower for far longer than should be acceptable to any of us." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "For too long, African American communities have been threatened by police brutality. It is past time to address this crisis. It's been one week since the House passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicingAct. The Senate must do its job & consider this bill. https://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "House Democrats passed the #GeorgeFloydLaw #JusticeInPolicing Act one week ago to make clear #BlackLivesMatter to ensure equal justice under law, & to end the horrific killing of Black men and women. The Senate must act now and pass this bill. https://justiceinpolicing.us/#/" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "If Senate Republicans refuse to pass the #HeroesAct and extend protections, then millions of families, especially families of color, will face eviction. This cannot happen. I continue to urge Leader McConnell to act now and prevent an eviction crisis." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems are passing the #MovingForward Act to move America forward with major investments in infrastructure as part of our plan to help businesses and workers #MakeItInAmerica. I urged my colleagues today: let's move America forward together." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "I applaud the Select Cmte on @ClimateCrisis & @USRepKCastor for releasing the #ClimateCrisis Action Plan. We will not rest in ensuring that Congress does its job to #ActOnClimate. Read my statement: https://bit.ly/2ZmNLCp Read the report: https://bit.ly/2NFwP4A" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus cases are spiking, and Americans are concerned by Trump's mishandling of the crisis. I continue to urge POTUS and the Senate to work with Dems to enact the #HeroesAct, which will provide resources to save lives & defeat this pandemic." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Rep. Demings Cosponsors Inherent Contempt Bill Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 29, 2020 Raskin Co-Introduces Bill to Levy Penalties on Officials Who Defy Congressional Subpeanas Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 29, 2020 Hoyer Statement on John Bolton Putting Profits Before His Patriotic Duty Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Tweet - "Today, the House passed @RepMaxineWaters 's Emergency Housing Protections and Relief Act, which will help protect Americans from foreclosures and evictions. With rent & mortgage payments due on July 1, it is urgent that Congress address this issue." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate must take up #HR51 #ForThePeople in the District. Being denied voting rights is more than a local issue, it is a civil rights issue for our country. RT if you think the Senate should pass #DCStatehoodNow." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to preside over the historic House vote to grant #DCstatehood. I thank my friend @EleanorNorton for her great advocacy and work on this bill and all of my colleagues who joined us in standing up for democracy, equal rights, and equal representation for all Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "House Democrats passed #HR51 today to admit the District of Columbia as a state. The people who call our nation's capital home have been disenfranchised and shortchanged for too long. The House is proud to stand alongside them in demanding #DCStatehoodNow." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "The House passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act yesterday. This is meaningful police reform legislation, and I encourage you to learn about the bill, share your thoughts, and become a citizen cosponsor at: https://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "Now that the House has passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act, it's time for the Senate to act. Join me in sending a message to the Senate GOP that they should take up and pass this bill. Sign up today to become a citizen co-sponsor at https://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday marked 7 years since SCOTUS took an axe to the Voting Rights Act. House Dems passed @RepSewell 's #HR4 to #RestoreTheVote, and we continue to urge the Senate to cease its delay & take up this bill." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "The George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act is supported by a broad range of organizations, including civil rights groups, labor, & mayors across the U.S. It includes major reforms that Americans are demanding & I urge Members of both parties to support it. https://bit.ly/2Yxl5Yd" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "The House acted today to make clear #BlackLivesMatter to ensure that we no longer see Black men & women being killed by those who are sworn to uphold the law; and to say we want justice for every American." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "Americans are demanding an end to police brutality & racial injustice, & Dems are responding. I'm proud to stand with @TheBlackCaucus ahead of today's vote on the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act. I urge all Members to support this bill. Learn more at http://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 NEWSLETTER: Learn About the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act and Voice Your Opinion Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "There's been a rapid acceleration in COVID-19 cases over just a few weeks. Americans should continue to wear their masks and social distance, & the Senate ought to take up the #HeroesAct to provide states with more resources to expand testing and tracing." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2020 Tweet - "House Democrats will vote on the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act tomorrow, and I've launched a website so Americans can learn about the bill. Visit http://JusticeInPolicing.us to share your views and become a citizen cosponsor. https://bit.ly/2NxJ6YB" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 22, 2020 Hoyer Announces House Vote on the Great American Outdoors Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 22, 2020 Tweet - "The House will consider the Great American Outdoors Act under a rule during the work period at the end of July. This bipartisan bill, which passed the Senate by a vote of 73-25, will permanently #fundLWCF & address our public maintenance backlog." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 22, 2020 Tweet - "Assistance provided by Congress in the #CARESAct helped keep nearly 12 million Americans from plunging into poverty. With much of this assistance set to expire in July, the Senate must pass the #HeroesAct to help families stay afloat during this crisis." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 17, 2020 Tweets - "House Democrats are advancing the #JusticeInPolicing Act as @HouseJudiciary holds a markup of the bill today. I look forward to bringing this legislation to the Floor following committee action to ensure police accountability and save lives." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 17, 2020 Van Hollen Applauds Bipartisan Passage of Great American Outdoors Act Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 8, 2020 Tweet - "We've heard our people cry out: #ICantBreathe. We've heard our people speak out: #BlackLivesMatter The protests are an expression of rage born of despair. With the introduction of the #JusticeInPolicing Act, Democrats are saying: We see you; we hear you; we are acting." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 5, 2020 Tweet - "The #JobsReport suggests the number of Americans out of work was lower than expected, but we face historically high joblessness and economic insecurity and state and local governments are being forced to lay off hundreds of thousands of workers." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Pleased that the Senate passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act last night. This was a bipartisan effort to improve small business relief & meet the needs of vulnerable small businesses trying to stay afloat. I call on POTUS to sign this legislation quickly." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "A report released by @JECDems details the importance of #CARESAct expanded UI benefits for families. If the benefit were to expire next month, the consequences could be devastating. The Senate must consider the #HeroesAct to extend this assistance. https://bit.ly/2Y5Ldbj" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Black lives matter, and the killing of African American men & women must stop. This begins with accountability. Yesterday's announcement by Attorney General Ellison is a step toward justice for George Floyd, his family, & Americans throughout the country." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 3, 2020 Leahy Unveils Legislation To Defend Power Of The Purse Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Floor Schedule Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 22, 2020 Tweet - "The #HeroesAct will deliver what the President has failed on: testing, tracing, and affordable treatment. I continue to urge the Senate to take up and pass this bill, which will help ensure key elements are in place to safely reopen our economy." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 22, 2020 Tweet - "With nearly 1-in-4 workers out of a job through no fault of their own, we must provide additional economic relief to ensure they can weather this crisis. That's why House Democrats passed the #HeroesAct, and we continue to urge Senator MccConnell to allow a vote in the Senate." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 21, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks 101 years since House passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. As we mark this anniversary, I continue to call on the Senate to pass the #HeroesAct, which provided funding to ensure every American can safely exercise their right to vote." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael C. Stenger, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the United States Senate, and the Hon. Philip G. Kiko, Chief Administrative Officer of the United States House of Representatives - Wyden, Rounds and Eshoo Lead Bipartisan Call to Secure U.S. Capitol Phone Networks Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "The House is adopting a resolution to ensure we can legislate without endangering public health. I thank my Dem colleagues for their support of H.Res 965 and their ongoing commitment to getting our work done #ForThePeople." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems will pass a resolution to allow for remote work during this unprecedented crisis. Though a bipartisan agreement wasn't reached, House Democrats worked for several weeks in hopes of reaching one and included GOP suggestions. Take a look:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "The House has a duty to do its job, especially in a crisis. Today, we will adopt H.Res 965 to allow the House to conduct its work in full without risking the health of the public. It's bipartisan in its ideas & I hope it will be bipartisan in its adoption." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "This pandemic is a public health & economic crisis that requires Congress to act. The #HeroesAct is a bold response to this unprecedented challenge. I urge my GOP colleagues to support it so that we can say to Americans: "we're in this together."" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "States and localities have furloughed or laid off nearly 1 million workers. They are teachers, first responders, and others serving their communities. They are the best of us, and I urge all Members to vote for the Heroes Act to stop this massive job loss." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 14, 2020 Tweet - "Today, I testified before @RulesDemocrats on a resolution to allow remote voting and virtual committee proceedings. This resolution does not fundamentally change the way the House works. It enables the House to meet this moment and do its job in full." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 14, 2020 Hoyer Testifies Before the Rules Committee on H. Res 965, to Allow Remote Voting and Virtual Committee Proceedings Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 14, 2020 Tweet - "I am about to testify before @RulesDemocrats in support of a resolution to allow remote voting and virtual committee proceedings to ensure that Congress is not sidelined during this crisis and that we can continue to act #ForThePeople." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "The House will consider a resolution on temporary emergency procedures to ensure we can continue fully working #ForThePeople during this public health and economic emergency. The time has come to act -- further delay is not an option." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems are proposing temporary changes to: Allow remote committee hearings & markups Allow remote voting by proxy on the Floor Provide for remote voting through technology during the pandemic after a system is developed . Learn more:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2020 Hoyer, Lofgren, McGovern Statement on Introduction of Resolution Temporarily Implementing Remote Voting and Virtual Committee Proceedings Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "The House can fully operate #ForThePeople during this public health and economic emergency by using twenty-first century technologies, which is why I will bring a resolution to the Floor to allow remote voting and committee work. Learn more here:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2020 Welcoming the Honorable Kweisi Mfume to the House of Representatives Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 4, 2020 Tweet - "Congress has provided additional funding for programs to help small business owners and non-profit organizations, including the Paycheck Protection Program, emergency economic injury grants, and the Small Business Debt Relief Program. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/34Askjv" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2020 Tweet - "It is unacceptable that the WH has blocked Dr. Fauci from testifying before @AppropsDems while allowing him to testify before the Senate. it is clear the President is playing partisan games." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 29, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Van Hollen Presses McConnell for Safety Plan to Protect Capitol Staff as Senators Return Sen. Chris Van Hollen
April 28, 2020 Tweet - "The Virtual Congress Task Force held its second meeting over safe & secure videoconferencing technology. The call was an example of how effective remote work in the House can be. We spoke about how testing has been continuing on platforms for remote work." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement Following the Virtual Congress Task Force's Second Meeting Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Tweet - "The passage of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act will provide needed help to small businesses and workers in #MD05. It also provides additional funding to expand testing and to help hospitals." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Passage of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Tweet - "Today, the House created the Select Subcommittee on the #Coronavirus Crisis. It is critical that Congress hold the Admin accountable for every dollar appropriated & ensure other aspects of the government's coronavirus response are executed properly." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Tweet - "The bill the House passed tonight will assist small businesses, support hospitals and health care workers on the frontlines, and expand testing. It is an important step in responding to this crisis, but much work remains, and the House will continue to take action #ForThePeople." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Rep. Harris Issues Statement on Passage of Legislation to Refund Paycheck Protection Program Rep. Andy Harris
April 21, 2020 Tweet - "In addition to allowing proxy voting, I believe the House should enable remote voting & remote committee work. We also must prepare Congress to work remotely even when back in Washington to comply with social distancing. Read my recommendations here: https://bit.ly/2xNdgD6" Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "I join @TheBlackCaucus in expressing deep concern about the disproportionate impact of #coronavirus on minority communities. The Trump Administration's failure to ramp up testing has meant we don't have adequate data necessary to address disparities." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "Today's unemployment figures, which show that over 22 million Americans - 1 in 8 working adults in our country - have lost their jobs in the past month, reinforce just how critical it is that our nation take appropriate steps to safely reopen our economy." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 15, 2020 Tweet - "This week marks Black Maternal Health Week, when we raise awareness of the racial disparities in maternal care & rededicate ourselves to addressing the unacceptable reality that African-American women are more likely to die from preventable, pregnancy-related complications." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 14, 2020 Letter to Majority Leader Mitch McConnell; Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi; Minority Leader Charles Schumer; Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy - Sen. Coons, colleagues call for boosted Lifeline assistance funding to keep Americans connected Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 13, 2020 Tweet - "I welcome the ceasefire in #Yemen, where the spread of #coronavirus in a war-zone threatens thousands of lives on top of those already lost due to the conflict." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 8, 2020 Tweet - "Both parties should fight hard to ensure every American can cast their ballot & exercise their most fundamental right without endangering their health, or that of others. Voting by mail should be an option for all, & Congress must act now to ensure November elections go smoothly." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 7, 2020 Letter to Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar - Murphy, Baldwin, Senate Dems to Hhs: Reopen the Aca Marketplace, Allow More Americans to Get Health Insurance During Covid-19 Pandemic Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Date Title Politician
July 9, 2020 Tweet - "SCOTUS reaffirmed that the President of the United States is not above the law, that state prosecutors can obtain his financial records and that Congress's oversight authority is a broad and essential legislative power." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 9, 2020 Tweet - "It has now been two weeks since the House passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act to address police brutality. It's time for Sen. McConnell to allow a vote. Join me in demanding action by signing up as a citizen cosponsor of the #GeorgeFloydLaw: http://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2020 Hoyer, Van Hollen, Cardin, Brown Secure Provision for Family of Slain ROTC Graduate Lt. Richard Collins in House and Senate NDAA Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "Black & Latino families are disproportionately affected by food insecurity, & inequities will widen unless action is taken. Congress passed the #HeroesAct to increase nutrition assistance. The Senate GOP must pass it now & ensure families do not go hungry." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "Spc. Vanessa Guillen was a loving daughter and sister. She was a brave soldier who dreamed of serving in the military since childhood. Her family deserves answers. I stand with @RepSylviaGarcia in support of her request for DOD IG investigation." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 3, 2020 Tweet - "The updated Economic Outlook by @USCBO should serve as a call to action. Unemployment will remain much higher and economic activity much lower for far longer than should be acceptable to any of us." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "For too long, African American communities have been threatened by police brutality. It is past time to address this crisis. It's been one week since the House passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicingAct. The Senate must do its job & consider this bill. https://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "House Democrats passed the #GeorgeFloydLaw #JusticeInPolicing Act one week ago to make clear #BlackLivesMatter to ensure equal justice under law, & to end the horrific killing of Black men and women. The Senate must act now and pass this bill. https://justiceinpolicing.us/#/" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "If Senate Republicans refuse to pass the #HeroesAct and extend protections, then millions of families, especially families of color, will face eviction. This cannot happen. I continue to urge Leader McConnell to act now and prevent an eviction crisis." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems are passing the #MovingForward Act to move America forward with major investments in infrastructure as part of our plan to help businesses and workers #MakeItInAmerica. I urged my colleagues today: let's move America forward together." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "I applaud the Select Cmte on @ClimateCrisis & @USRepKCastor for releasing the #ClimateCrisis Action Plan. We will not rest in ensuring that Congress does its job to #ActOnClimate. Read my statement: https://bit.ly/2ZmNLCp Read the report: https://bit.ly/2NFwP4A" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus cases are spiking, and Americans are concerned by Trump's mishandling of the crisis. I continue to urge POTUS and the Senate to work with Dems to enact the #HeroesAct, which will provide resources to save lives & defeat this pandemic." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Rep. Demings Cosponsors Inherent Contempt Bill Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 29, 2020 Raskin Co-Introduces Bill to Levy Penalties on Officials Who Defy Congressional Subpeanas Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 29, 2020 Hoyer Statement on John Bolton Putting Profits Before His Patriotic Duty Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Tweet - "Today, the House passed @RepMaxineWaters 's Emergency Housing Protections and Relief Act, which will help protect Americans from foreclosures and evictions. With rent & mortgage payments due on July 1, it is urgent that Congress address this issue." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate must take up #HR51 #ForThePeople in the District. Being denied voting rights is more than a local issue, it is a civil rights issue for our country. RT if you think the Senate should pass #DCStatehoodNow." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to preside over the historic House vote to grant #DCstatehood. I thank my friend @EleanorNorton for her great advocacy and work on this bill and all of my colleagues who joined us in standing up for democracy, equal rights, and equal representation for all Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "House Democrats passed #HR51 today to admit the District of Columbia as a state. The people who call our nation's capital home have been disenfranchised and shortchanged for too long. The House is proud to stand alongside them in demanding #DCStatehoodNow." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "The House passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act yesterday. This is meaningful police reform legislation, and I encourage you to learn about the bill, share your thoughts, and become a citizen cosponsor at: https://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "Now that the House has passed the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act, it's time for the Senate to act. Join me in sending a message to the Senate GOP that they should take up and pass this bill. Sign up today to become a citizen co-sponsor at https://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday marked 7 years since SCOTUS took an axe to the Voting Rights Act. House Dems passed @RepSewell 's #HR4 to #RestoreTheVote, and we continue to urge the Senate to cease its delay & take up this bill." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "The George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act is supported by a broad range of organizations, including civil rights groups, labor, & mayors across the U.S. It includes major reforms that Americans are demanding & I urge Members of both parties to support it. https://bit.ly/2Yxl5Yd" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "The House acted today to make clear #BlackLivesMatter to ensure that we no longer see Black men & women being killed by those who are sworn to uphold the law; and to say we want justice for every American." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "Americans are demanding an end to police brutality & racial injustice, & Dems are responding. I'm proud to stand with @TheBlackCaucus ahead of today's vote on the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act. I urge all Members to support this bill. Learn more at http://justiceinpolicing.us" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 NEWSLETTER: Learn About the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act and Voice Your Opinion Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "There's been a rapid acceleration in COVID-19 cases over just a few weeks. Americans should continue to wear their masks and social distance, & the Senate ought to take up the #HeroesAct to provide states with more resources to expand testing and tracing." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2020 Tweet - "House Democrats will vote on the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act tomorrow, and I've launched a website so Americans can learn about the bill. Visit http://JusticeInPolicing.us to share your views and become a citizen cosponsor. https://bit.ly/2NxJ6YB" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 22, 2020 Hoyer Announces House Vote on the Great American Outdoors Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 22, 2020 Tweet - "The House will consider the Great American Outdoors Act under a rule during the work period at the end of July. This bipartisan bill, which passed the Senate by a vote of 73-25, will permanently #fundLWCF & address our public maintenance backlog." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 22, 2020 Tweet - "Assistance provided by Congress in the #CARESAct helped keep nearly 12 million Americans from plunging into poverty. With much of this assistance set to expire in July, the Senate must pass the #HeroesAct to help families stay afloat during this crisis." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 17, 2020 Tweets - "House Democrats are advancing the #JusticeInPolicing Act as @HouseJudiciary holds a markup of the bill today. I look forward to bringing this legislation to the Floor following committee action to ensure police accountability and save lives." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 17, 2020 Van Hollen Applauds Bipartisan Passage of Great American Outdoors Act Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 8, 2020 Tweet - "We've heard our people cry out: #ICantBreathe. We've heard our people speak out: #BlackLivesMatter The protests are an expression of rage born of despair. With the introduction of the #JusticeInPolicing Act, Democrats are saying: We see you; we hear you; we are acting." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 5, 2020 Tweet - "The #JobsReport suggests the number of Americans out of work was lower than expected, but we face historically high joblessness and economic insecurity and state and local governments are being forced to lay off hundreds of thousands of workers." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Pleased that the Senate passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act last night. This was a bipartisan effort to improve small business relief & meet the needs of vulnerable small businesses trying to stay afloat. I call on POTUS to sign this legislation quickly." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "A report released by @JECDems details the importance of #CARESAct expanded UI benefits for families. If the benefit were to expire next month, the consequences could be devastating. The Senate must consider the #HeroesAct to extend this assistance. https://bit.ly/2Y5Ldbj" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Black lives matter, and the killing of African American men & women must stop. This begins with accountability. Yesterday's announcement by Attorney General Ellison is a step toward justice for George Floyd, his family, & Americans throughout the country." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 3, 2020 Leahy Unveils Legislation To Defend Power Of The Purse Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Floor Schedule Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 22, 2020 Tweet - "The #HeroesAct will deliver what the President has failed on: testing, tracing, and affordable treatment. I continue to urge the Senate to take up and pass this bill, which will help ensure key elements are in place to safely reopen our economy." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 22, 2020 Tweet - "With nearly 1-in-4 workers out of a job through no fault of their own, we must provide additional economic relief to ensure they can weather this crisis. That's why House Democrats passed the #HeroesAct, and we continue to urge Senator MccConnell to allow a vote in the Senate." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 21, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks 101 years since House passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. As we mark this anniversary, I continue to call on the Senate to pass the #HeroesAct, which provided funding to ensure every American can safely exercise their right to vote." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael C. Stenger, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the United States Senate, and the Hon. Philip G. Kiko, Chief Administrative Officer of the United States House of Representatives - Wyden, Rounds and Eshoo Lead Bipartisan Call to Secure U.S. Capitol Phone Networks Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "The House is adopting a resolution to ensure we can legislate without endangering public health. I thank my Dem colleagues for their support of H.Res 965 and their ongoing commitment to getting our work done #ForThePeople." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems will pass a resolution to allow for remote work during this unprecedented crisis. Though a bipartisan agreement wasn't reached, House Democrats worked for several weeks in hopes of reaching one and included GOP suggestions. Take a look:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "The House has a duty to do its job, especially in a crisis. Today, we will adopt H.Res 965 to allow the House to conduct its work in full without risking the health of the public. It's bipartisan in its ideas & I hope it will be bipartisan in its adoption." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "This pandemic is a public health & economic crisis that requires Congress to act. The #HeroesAct is a bold response to this unprecedented challenge. I urge my GOP colleagues to support it so that we can say to Americans: "we're in this together."" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "States and localities have furloughed or laid off nearly 1 million workers. They are teachers, first responders, and others serving their communities. They are the best of us, and I urge all Members to vote for the Heroes Act to stop this massive job loss." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 14, 2020 Tweet - "Today, I testified before @RulesDemocrats on a resolution to allow remote voting and virtual committee proceedings. This resolution does not fundamentally change the way the House works. It enables the House to meet this moment and do its job in full." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 14, 2020 Hoyer Testifies Before the Rules Committee on H. Res 965, to Allow Remote Voting and Virtual Committee Proceedings Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 14, 2020 Tweet - "I am about to testify before @RulesDemocrats in support of a resolution to allow remote voting and virtual committee proceedings to ensure that Congress is not sidelined during this crisis and that we can continue to act #ForThePeople." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "The House will consider a resolution on temporary emergency procedures to ensure we can continue fully working #ForThePeople during this public health and economic emergency. The time has come to act -- further delay is not an option." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems are proposing temporary changes to: Allow remote committee hearings & markups Allow remote voting by proxy on the Floor Provide for remote voting through technology during the pandemic after a system is developed . Learn more:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2020 Hoyer, Lofgren, McGovern Statement on Introduction of Resolution Temporarily Implementing Remote Voting and Virtual Committee Proceedings Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "The House can fully operate #ForThePeople during this public health and economic emergency by using twenty-first century technologies, which is why I will bring a resolution to the Floor to allow remote voting and committee work. Learn more here:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2020 Welcoming the Honorable Kweisi Mfume to the House of Representatives Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 4, 2020 Tweet - "Congress has provided additional funding for programs to help small business owners and non-profit organizations, including the Paycheck Protection Program, emergency economic injury grants, and the Small Business Debt Relief Program. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/34Askjv" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2020 Tweet - "It is unacceptable that the WH has blocked Dr. Fauci from testifying before @AppropsDems while allowing him to testify before the Senate. it is clear the President is playing partisan games." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 29, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Van Hollen Presses McConnell for Safety Plan to Protect Capitol Staff as Senators Return Sen.Chris Van Hollen
April 28, 2020 Tweet - "The Virtual Congress Task Force held its second meeting over safe & secure videoconferencing technology. The call was an example of how effective remote work in the House can be. We spoke about how testing has been continuing on platforms for remote work." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2020 Hoyer Statement Following the Virtual Congress Task Force's Second Meeting Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Tweet - "The passage of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act will provide needed help to small businesses and workers in #MD05. It also provides additional funding to expand testing and to help hospitals." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Passage of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Tweet - "Today, the House created the Select Subcommittee on the #Coronavirus Crisis. It is critical that Congress hold the Admin accountable for every dollar appropriated & ensure other aspects of the government's coronavirus response are executed properly." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Tweet - "The bill the House passed tonight will assist small businesses, support hospitals and health care workers on the frontlines, and expand testing. It is an important step in responding to this crisis, but much work remains, and the House will continue to take action #ForThePeople." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 23, 2020 Rep. Harris Issues Statement on Passage of Legislation to Refund Paycheck Protection Program Rep.Andy Harris
April 21, 2020 Tweet - "In addition to allowing proxy voting, I believe the House should enable remote voting & remote committee work. We also must prepare Congress to work remotely even when back in Washington to comply with social distancing. Read my recommendations here: https://bit.ly/2xNdgD6" Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "I join @TheBlackCaucus in expressing deep concern about the disproportionate impact of #coronavirus on minority communities. The Trump Administration's failure to ramp up testing has meant we don't have adequate data necessary to address disparities." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "Today's unemployment figures, which show that over 22 million Americans - 1 in 8 working adults in our country - have lost their jobs in the past month, reinforce just how critical it is that our nation take appropriate steps to safely reopen our economy." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 15, 2020 Tweet - "This week marks Black Maternal Health Week, when we raise awareness of the racial disparities in maternal care & rededicate ourselves to addressing the unacceptable reality that African-American women are more likely to die from preventable, pregnancy-related complications." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 14, 2020 Letter to Majority Leader Mitch McConnell; Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi; Minority Leader Charles Schumer; Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy - Sen. Coons, colleagues call for boosted Lifeline assistance funding to keep Americans connected Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 13, 2020 Tweet - "I welcome the ceasefire in #Yemen, where the spread of #coronavirus in a war-zone threatens thousands of lives on top of those already lost due to the conflict." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 8, 2020 Tweet - "Both parties should fight hard to ensure every American can cast their ballot & exercise their most fundamental right without endangering their health, or that of others. Voting by mail should be an option for all, & Congress must act now to ensure November elections go smoothly." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 7, 2020 Letter to Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar - Murphy, Baldwin, Senate Dems to Hhs: Reopen the Aca Marketplace, Allow More Americans to Get Health Insurance During Covid-19 Pandemic Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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