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July 18, 2019 Tweet - "On the House Floor, I urged my colleagues to vote for the #RaiseTheWage Act because we need to raise wages for working people & our middle class. We must make certain that wages keep pace with the cost of living & the value of the labor that our people contribute to the economy." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2019 Hoyer Remarks at House Democrats' Press Event on the Raise the Wage Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2019 Tweet - " It's another good day in the House. The #RaiseTheWage Act passed with bipartisan support. House Dems are continuing to make progress #ForThePeople." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2019 Raise the Wage Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2019 Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Hear from Union Leaders about the Trump Administration's Ongoing Attacks on Federal Workers Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "On Thursday, House Democrats will make good on our promise to raise wages when we pass the #RaisetheWage Act. Learn how this bill will raise wages for workers, lift families out of poverty, and strengthen the economy:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin, and Trone Announce Approval of Maryland's Trade Adjustment Assistance (taa) Application for Luke Mill Workers Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 12, 2019 Legislative Program Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 9, 2019 Tweet - "Raising the minimum wage to $15/hr increases worker productivity, decreases poverty, and reduces recidivism. I'm proud to bring the #RaiseTheWage Act to the Floor next week & urge all Members to support it #ForThePeople. #HoyerHeadlines" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2019 Tweet - "A $15/hour min wage would increase wages for 27M workers & result in 1.3M fewer people living in poverty. Dems campaigned on a promise to lift wages, and I look forward to bringing the #RaisetheWage Act to the Floor next week to honor that promise." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Congressional Budget Office's Minimum Wage Report Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 5, 2019 Tweet - "The June jobs report still fails to capture the anxiety of workers and their families barely getting by. House Dems are working to ensure everyone can access opportunities that make the America Dream possible. Now it is up to the Senate to its job too." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 28, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin Announce New Legislation to Support Programs that Provide Summer Jobs for Young People Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2019 Norton, Raskin Amendment Preventing USDA Agencies from Relocating Outside National Capital Region Passes House Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alexander Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Warren, Colleagues Criticize DOL Proposal to Narrow Definition of "Joint-Employer" Under Fair Labor Standards Act Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2019 Van Hollen, Senate Colleagues Criticize Dol Proposal to Narrow Definition of "Joint-Employer" Under Fair Labor Standards Act Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2019 Cortez Masto Cosponsors Legislation to Strengthen Rights of Public Sector Workers to Join Unions, Bargain Collectively Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 25, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's continued attack on federal employees is undermining morale and making it harder for federal civilian workers to serve the American people. I stand w @NFFE_Union & @AFGENational in opposition to the proposal to merge OPM with GSA. https://bit.ly/2KBh2nV " Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "Our nation is so proud of USWNT, and we're all cheering them on today. I also stand with them in their fight for EqualPay. It is unacceptable that women are paid less than men for the same work, and we must continue to work to close the pay gap now." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "This week, the House is debating another funding package that is ForThePeople. It will invest in our nation's infrastructure needs, expand access to affordable housing for families, and improve infrastructure's resiliency to climate change." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Van Hollen, Wyden Introduce the Long-Term Unemployment Elimination Act Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 18, 2019 Raskin Statement on Usda Relocation of ERS and NIFA Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Margaret Weichert - Duckworth, Langevin Lead Colleagues In Asking Trump Administration For Information on Hiring Targets, Retention Rates of Federal Employees With Disabilities Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 11, 2019 Committee on Appropriations Passes H-2B Amendment Cosponsored by Rep. Andy Harris Rep. Andy Harris
June 11, 2019 Letter to Steve Easterbrook, Chief Executive Order of McDonald's Corporation - Duckworth, Blumenthal, Brown, Harris, Klobuchar, Sanders, Van Hollen & Warren Demand McDonald's Improve Sexual Harassment Policies at Locations Across the Country Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Norcross, Brown Lead Bipartisan Letter Pushing Back Against Department Of Veterans Affairs' Union-Busting Efforts Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 7, 2019 Tweet - "Following today's #jobsreport, @POTUS has a responsibility to work with Congress to address the challenges of wage stagnation and economic insecurity. House Democrats are working hard to address these challenges and enable more people to #MakeItInAmerica." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2019 Van Hollen Statement for The Record on Confirmation of Andrew Saul Sen. Chris Van Hollen
May 23, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the SECURE Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 22, 2019 Pocan and Schakowsky Lead More than 70 Members of Congress in Calling on Boeing to Release Information on Anti-Union Activity Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 21, 2019 Letter to Secretary Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Brown, Sanders, Murray Lead 20 Senators In Urging Labor Dept To Withdraw Proposed Rule That Would Deny Millions Of Workers Overtime Pay They Have Earned Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 21, 2019 Tweet - "House Democrats are focused on ensuring all families have the opportunity to get ahead and #MakeItInAmerica. I appreciate that @EdLaborCmte is examining how we can eliminate barriers to employment and open doors to opportunity for workers across the country." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communication Commission - Van Hollen, Clarke Urge FCC To Support Workforce Diversity, Collect Data on Broadcast Demographics Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 9, 2019 Van Hollen Statement on Confirmation of Janet Dhillon Sen. Chris Van Hollen
May 3, 2019 Schakowsky Leads Letter to SSA Demanding the Abandonment of Anti-Union Policies Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Margaret Weichert, Acting Director of the Office of Personnel Management - Van Hollen, Lee Call on OPM to Rescind Potential New Hiring Rules Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 17, 2019 Letter to Sen. Roy Blunt, Chair of the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Sub-Committee of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Sen. Patty Murray, Ranking Member of the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Sub-Committee of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Van Hollen, Senators Call on Subcommittee Chairman to Secure Funding for Job Training for Older Americans Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 15, 2019 Letter to Chairman Blunt, Chairman of Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and, Related Agencies and Ranking Member Murray, Ranking Member of the Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and, Related Agencies - Gillibrand Announces Her Push To Secure Millions In Funding For Federal Employment And Training Program To Help At-Risk Young Adults Get Jobs Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 11, 2019 Hoyer: The American People Deserve a Federal Government that Works Efficiently and Effectively For Them Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 9, 2019 Tweet - "I said at my weekly press conference that House Democrats will work to pass appropriations bills through the House by the end of June, and the House will take action to set top-line funding levels so that we can get our work done on time." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 8, 2019 Tweet - "Joined @EleanorNorton in sending a letter to @AppropsDems urging Members to prohibit @USDA from using funds to carry out its proposal to relocate federal employees outside of the National Capital Region, which will harm research & our constituents. https://bit.ly/2WWt7WR " Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Legislative Program Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 3, 2019 Brown, Smith, Cardin, Van Hollen, Kaine and Warner Introduce Bills to Protect Federal Health Benefits During Government Shutdowns Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 2, 2019 Reps. Raskin, DeSaulnier, Degette and Lofgren Introduce Legislation to Save Local News Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 2, 2019 Tweet - "Did you know the #WageGap deprives women in the U.S. of nearly $900 billion in income every year? This #EqualPayDay, I join with @HouseDemWomen & all House Dems in support of #EqualPayForEqualWork & call on the Senate to take up & pass #HR7, the #PaycheckFairnessAct." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 2, 2019 Hoyer, Lee Announce Majority Leader Task Force on Poverty and Opportunity Vice Chairs Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
April 2, 2019 Tweet - "As we recognize #EqualPayDay today, I urge the Senate to take up the #PaycheckFairness Act, which the Democratic-led House passed last week. The wage gap affects women & families across the country, & we must take action to ensure #EqualPayForEqualWork. https://bit.ly/2I6M3On " Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 29, 2019 House Democrats Take Action to Raise Wages, Make Health Care More Affordable For The People Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 29, 2019 Tweet - "I commend the MD General Assembly for overriding @GovLarryHogan's veto & raising the min wage - an important step to expand opportunity for workers. MD continues to serve as a model for improving the lives of families across the nation. https://bit.ly/2TGx1B1 " Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 27, 2019 Tweet - "It is shameful that women still earn on average 80 cents to a man's dollar. Today, House Democrats will pass the #PaycheckFairness Act to help close the wage gap and ensure women receive #EqualPay for equal work. I urge Republicans to join us." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
July 18, 2019 Tweet - "On the House Floor, I urged my colleagues to vote for the #RaiseTheWage Act because we need to raise wages for working people & our middle class. We must make certain that wages keep pace with the cost of living & the value of the labor that our people contribute to the economy." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2019 Hoyer Remarks at House Democrats' Press Event on the Raise the Wage Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2019 Tweet - " It's another good day in the House. The #RaiseTheWage Act passed with bipartisan support. House Dems are continuing to make progress #ForThePeople." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2019 Raise the Wage Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2019 Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Hear from Union Leaders about the Trump Administration's Ongoing Attacks on Federal Workers Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "On Thursday, House Democrats will make good on our promise to raise wages when we pass the #RaisetheWage Act. Learn how this bill will raise wages for workers, lift families out of poverty, and strengthen the economy:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin, and Trone Announce Approval of Maryland's Trade Adjustment Assistance (taa) Application for Luke Mill Workers Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 12, 2019 Legislative Program Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 9, 2019 Tweet - "Raising the minimum wage to $15/hr increases worker productivity, decreases poverty, and reduces recidivism. I'm proud to bring the #RaiseTheWage Act to the Floor next week & urge all Members to support it #ForThePeople. #HoyerHeadlines" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2019 Tweet - "A $15/hour min wage would increase wages for 27M workers & result in 1.3M fewer people living in poverty. Dems campaigned on a promise to lift wages, and I look forward to bringing the #RaisetheWage Act to the Floor next week to honor that promise." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Congressional Budget Office's Minimum Wage Report Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 5, 2019 Tweet - "The June jobs report still fails to capture the anxiety of workers and their families barely getting by. House Dems are working to ensure everyone can access opportunities that make the America Dream possible. Now it is up to the Senate to its job too." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 28, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin Announce New Legislation to Support Programs that Provide Summer Jobs for Young People Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2019 Norton, Raskin Amendment Preventing USDA Agencies from Relocating Outside National Capital Region Passes House Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alexander Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Warren, Colleagues Criticize DOL Proposal to Narrow Definition of "Joint-Employer" Under Fair Labor Standards Act Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2019 Van Hollen, Senate Colleagues Criticize Dol Proposal to Narrow Definition of "Joint-Employer" Under Fair Labor Standards Act Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2019 Cortez Masto Cosponsors Legislation to Strengthen Rights of Public Sector Workers to Join Unions, Bargain Collectively Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 25, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's continued attack on federal employees is undermining morale and making it harder for federal civilian workers to serve the American people. I stand w @NFFE_Union & @AFGENational in opposition to the proposal to merge OPM with GSA. https://bit.ly/2KBh2nV " Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "Our nation is so proud of USWNT, and we're all cheering them on today. I also stand with them in their fight for EqualPay. It is unacceptable that women are paid less than men for the same work, and we must continue to work to close the pay gap now." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "This week, the House is debating another funding package that is ForThePeople. It will invest in our nation's infrastructure needs, expand access to affordable housing for families, and improve infrastructure's resiliency to climate change." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Van Hollen, Wyden Introduce the Long-Term Unemployment Elimination Act Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 18, 2019 Raskin Statement on Usda Relocation of ERS and NIFA Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Margaret Weichert - Duckworth, Langevin Lead Colleagues In Asking Trump Administration For Information on Hiring Targets, Retention Rates of Federal Employees With Disabilities Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 11, 2019 Committee on Appropriations Passes H-2B Amendment Cosponsored by Rep. Andy Harris Rep.Andy Harris
June 11, 2019 Letter to Steve Easterbrook, Chief Executive Order of McDonald's Corporation - Duckworth, Blumenthal, Brown, Harris, Klobuchar, Sanders, Van Hollen & Warren Demand McDonald's Improve Sexual Harassment Policies at Locations Across the Country Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Norcross, Brown Lead Bipartisan Letter Pushing Back Against Department Of Veterans Affairs' Union-Busting Efforts Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 7, 2019 Tweet - "Following today's #jobsreport, @POTUS has a responsibility to work with Congress to address the challenges of wage stagnation and economic insecurity. House Democrats are working hard to address these challenges and enable more people to #MakeItInAmerica." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2019 Van Hollen Statement for The Record on Confirmation of Andrew Saul Sen.Chris Van Hollen
May 23, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the SECURE Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 22, 2019 Pocan and Schakowsky Lead More than 70 Members of Congress in Calling on Boeing to Release Information on Anti-Union Activity Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 21, 2019 Letter to Secretary Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Brown, Sanders, Murray Lead 20 Senators In Urging Labor Dept To Withdraw Proposed Rule That Would Deny Millions Of Workers Overtime Pay They Have Earned Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 21, 2019 Tweet - "House Democrats are focused on ensuring all families have the opportunity to get ahead and #MakeItInAmerica. I appreciate that @EdLaborCmte is examining how we can eliminate barriers to employment and open doors to opportunity for workers across the country." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communication Commission - Van Hollen, Clarke Urge FCC To Support Workforce Diversity, Collect Data on Broadcast Demographics Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 9, 2019 Van Hollen Statement on Confirmation of Janet Dhillon Sen.Chris Van Hollen
May 3, 2019 Schakowsky Leads Letter to SSA Demanding the Abandonment of Anti-Union Policies Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Margaret Weichert, Acting Director of the Office of Personnel Management - Van Hollen, Lee Call on OPM to Rescind Potential New Hiring Rules Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 17, 2019 Letter to Sen. Roy Blunt, Chair of the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Sub-Committee of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Sen. Patty Murray, Ranking Member of the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Sub-Committee of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Van Hollen, Senators Call on Subcommittee Chairman to Secure Funding for Job Training for Older Americans Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 15, 2019 Letter to Chairman Blunt, Chairman of Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and, Related Agencies and Ranking Member Murray, Ranking Member of the Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and, Related Agencies - Gillibrand Announces Her Push To Secure Millions In Funding For Federal Employment And Training Program To Help At-Risk Young Adults Get Jobs Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 11, 2019 Hoyer: The American People Deserve a Federal Government that Works Efficiently and Effectively For Them Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 9, 2019 Tweet - "I said at my weekly press conference that House Democrats will work to pass appropriations bills through the House by the end of June, and the House will take action to set top-line funding levels so that we can get our work done on time." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 8, 2019 Tweet - "Joined @EleanorNorton in sending a letter to @AppropsDems urging Members to prohibit @USDA from using funds to carry out its proposal to relocate federal employees outside of the National Capital Region, which will harm research & our constituents. https://bit.ly/2WWt7WR " Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Legislative Program Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 3, 2019 Brown, Smith, Cardin, Van Hollen, Kaine and Warner Introduce Bills to Protect Federal Health Benefits During Government Shutdowns Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 2, 2019 Reps. Raskin, DeSaulnier, Degette and Lofgren Introduce Legislation to Save Local News Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 2, 2019 Tweet - "Did you know the #WageGap deprives women in the U.S. of nearly $900 billion in income every year? This #EqualPayDay, I join with @HouseDemWomen & all House Dems in support of #EqualPayForEqualWork & call on the Senate to take up & pass #HR7, the #PaycheckFairnessAct." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 2, 2019 Hoyer, Lee Announce Majority Leader Task Force on Poverty and Opportunity Vice Chairs Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
April 2, 2019 Tweet - "As we recognize #EqualPayDay today, I urge the Senate to take up the #PaycheckFairness Act, which the Democratic-led House passed last week. The wage gap affects women & families across the country, & we must take action to ensure #EqualPayForEqualWork. https://bit.ly/2I6M3On " Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 29, 2019 House Democrats Take Action to Raise Wages, Make Health Care More Affordable For The People Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 29, 2019 Tweet - "I commend the MD General Assembly for overriding @GovLarryHogan's veto & raising the min wage - an important step to expand opportunity for workers. MD continues to serve as a model for improving the lives of families across the nation. https://bit.ly/2TGx1B1 " Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 27, 2019 Tweet - "It is shameful that women still earn on average 80 cents to a man's dollar. Today, House Democrats will pass the #PaycheckFairness Act to help close the wage gap and ensure women receive #EqualPay for equal work. I urge Republicans to join us." Rep.Steny Hoyer
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