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July 7, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration Formally Withdrawing the U.S. from the World Health Organization Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "Withdrawing the U.S. from the WHO at the height of a global pandemic that has killed more than 133,000 Americans is self-defeating and dangerous. I urge the President to reverse this decision." 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 6, 2020 Tweet - "The COVID-19 crisis has left many Marylanders struggling to support their families. Prince George's County will receive $4.6 million in funding for affordable housing & economic development through the #CARESAct to help keep families in their homes." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 6, 2020 Maryland Delegation Members Announce $4.6 Million in CARES Act Funds for Affordable Housing and Community Development in Prince George's County 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 Wexton and Van Hollen Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Ensure Transparency in Federal Agency Relocations Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of the Dept. of State - Menendez, Klobuchar, Wyden, and Colleagues Urge State Department to Ensure Americans Overseas Can Vote During Pandemic Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 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 1, 2020 Tweet - "Last Friday, I brought #HR51 to the House Floor to grant statehood to DC residents. Tune in as @SenateDems hold an important hearing on #DCstatehood & call for Senator McConnell to take up this bill" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 1, 2020 Van Hollen, Senate Democrats Hold Hearing on D.C. Statehood Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 1, 2020 Van Hollen, Carper Announce Amendment to Strip the President's Ability to Control D.C. National Guard in Defense Bill Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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
July 1, 2020 Sen. Van Hollen, Rep. Wexton Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Ensure Transparency in Federal Agency Relocations Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference, I said that the White House briefing I went to yesterday was superficial with only WH personnel and not members of the Intelligence Community. This is a serious matter, and I continue to call for an all-House briefing with intelligence officials." 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 30, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr., Governor of Maryland, the Hon. Nancy K. Kopp, Treasurer and the Hon. Peter Franchot, Comptroller - Van Hollen, Cardin Urge Maryland Board of Public Works to Reconsider Severe Budget Cuts Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 - "Congress and every state must act to ensure that every American can safely #vote on Election Day. This is a core civil rights issue. There is no excuse not to act now to secure our elections in November. Read my op-ed in @USAToday :" 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 USA Today - We Must Act So That Our Democracy Does Not Become the Pandemic's Next Victim Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Rep. Demings Cosponsors Inherent Contempt Bill Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 29, 2020 State Health Care Premium Reduction Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Tweet - "John Bolton should have testified before the House during its impeachment proceedings. Instead, he withheld his damning evidence of the POTUS's abuse of power, preferring to enrich himself off a book deal. Shame on him." 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 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's #SCOTUS ruling against the Louisiana abortion law is a victory for women's reproductive freedom in our country, which has been under assault by Republicans. I will continue to stand with my colleagues in defending women's access to care." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Supreme Court Striking Down Louisiana Abortion Law Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 27, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday's court ruling against POTUS stealing military funding to build his border wall is a victory for our men & women in uniform & reaffirms the separation of powers. Dems will continue to oppose POTUS's efforts to fund an ineffective border wall." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Washington, D.C. Admission Act Rep. Andy Harris
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 Washington, D.C. Admission Act Rep. Kweisi Mfume
June 26, 2020 Washington, D.C. Admission Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Washington, D.C. Admission Act Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark T. Esper, Secretary of the US Department of Defense, the Hon. John Ratcliffe, Director of the Office of National Intelligence, the Hon. Christopher A. Wray, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, General Paul M. Nakasone, Commander of US Cyber Command, and the Hon. Chad F. Wolf, Acting Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security - Van Hollen, Klobuchar, Colleagues Urge Intelligence Agencies to Take Further Action to Combat Disinformation Campaigns Aimed at Disenfranchising Voters Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 Warner, Kaine, Carding & Van Hollen Call on McConnell to Bring D.C. Statehood to a Vote Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 - "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 Van Hollen, Rubio Press for Action on Bipartisan DETER Act Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 26, 2020 Tweet - "The fight for full equality is not over. That's why House Dems passed the #EqualityAct to ban discrimination against LGBTQ people where discrimination remains legal. Together, we will win the fight & ensure our laws recognize the equal rights & dignity of LGBTQ people." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Hoyer Urges Senate Action on H.R. 4 at Press Event Marking the 7th Anniversary of the Supreme Court's Shelby County v. Holder Decision Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the 5th Anniversary of the Supreme Court's Marriage Equality Ruling 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 - "#DCStatehood ought to concern all Americans because when some are denied the full rights and representation of citizenship, it diminishes the meaning of citizenship for all. I'm proud to bring #HR51 to the Floor & urge Members to vote for #DCStatehoodNow." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "Another 1.5M filed jobless claims last week, far more than any week on record before this crisis began. We are not seeing the economic rebound that the Trump Admin claims. This crisis is far from over. Every day, we see the need for the assistance the #HeroesAct provides." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "As COVID-19 cases rise, state and local governments are being forced to lay off teachers, health care personnel, public service workers, and other frontline employees. Our communities can't afford to wait. I urge the Senate to take up the #HeroesAct and #FundtheFrontLines now." 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 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 - "We must ensure Americans can safely vote in November. It is shameful to exploit this crisis and hinder voter turnout like some states have done. We must be prepared on Election Day, which is why I continue to call for Senate passage of the #HeroesAct." 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 - "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 Letter to Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General - Udall, Leahy, Van Hollen Release GAO Report Revealing Trump's 4th of July Event Doubled Costs to Taxpayers in 2019 Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 25, 2020 NEWSLETTER: Learn About the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act and Voice Your Opinion Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Hoyer Remarks at Press Conference on DC Statehood Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2020 MSNBC "Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell - Transcript Interview with Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
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 23, 2020 Tweet - "Trump's claim that the increase in coronavirus cases is due to more testing is not true. He is misleading the public. In order to safely reopen, we need to increase testing and tracing. The Admin needs to immediately disburse funding that has been allocated for that purpose." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 23, 2020 Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference, I told reporters that the House will vote on the #JusticeInPolicing Act on Thursday. Black lives matter, & an overwhelming majority of Americans support the provisions in this bill. I urge House Republicans to join us in passing these reforms." 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 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 Hoyer Announces House Vote on the Great American Outdoors Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2020 Tweet - "Once again, we are witnessing the removal of another official without cause by President Trump and AG Barr. There must be a full investigation into this ongoing corruption and interference, and I hope that Jay Clayton declines the position." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Navy Decision to not Reinstate Capt. Crozier Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Firing of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 18, 2020 Van Hollen, Carper Introduce Legislation to Strip the President's Ability to Federalize D.C. Police, Control D.C. National Guard Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Press Trump Administration for Answers on Cost, Legal Justification of Out-of-State National Guard Deployment to D.C. Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 17, 2020 Van Hollen Applauds Bipartisan Passage of Great American Outdoors Act Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 17, 2020 Van Hollen Statement on Bolton Excerpts: It's Clear that President Trump Puts Himself Over National Security Interests -- Republican Leader Mcconnell Must Stop Aiding and Abetting Trump's Betrayal of Our Country Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 17, 2020 Letter to Mr. John Barsa, Acting Administrator of the US Agency for International Development - Van Hollen, Cardin Call for Investigation into Offensive Statements by Trump Appointees at USAID Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader - National Capital Region Delegation Urges House Leaders To Issue Mask Directive To Members Of Congress Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Date Title Politician
July 7, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration Formally Withdrawing the U.S. from the World Health Organization Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "Withdrawing the U.S. from the WHO at the height of a global pandemic that has killed more than 133,000 Americans is self-defeating and dangerous. I urge the President to reverse this decision." 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 6, 2020 Tweet - "The COVID-19 crisis has left many Marylanders struggling to support their families. Prince George's County will receive $4.6 million in funding for affordable housing & economic development through the #CARESAct to help keep families in their homes." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 6, 2020 Maryland Delegation Members Announce $4.6 Million in CARES Act Funds for Affordable Housing and Community Development in Prince George's County 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 Wexton and Van Hollen Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Ensure Transparency in Federal Agency Relocations Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of the Dept. of State - Menendez, Klobuchar, Wyden, and Colleagues Urge State Department to Ensure Americans Overseas Can Vote During Pandemic Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 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 1, 2020 Tweet - "Last Friday, I brought #HR51 to the House Floor to grant statehood to DC residents. Tune in as @SenateDems hold an important hearing on #DCstatehood & call for Senator McConnell to take up this bill" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 1, 2020 Van Hollen, Senate Democrats Hold Hearing on D.C. Statehood Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 1, 2020 Van Hollen, Carper Announce Amendment to Strip the President's Ability to Control D.C. National Guard in Defense Bill Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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
July 1, 2020 Sen. Van Hollen, Rep. Wexton Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Ensure Transparency in Federal Agency Relocations Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "At my weekly press conference, I said that the White House briefing I went to yesterday was superficial with only WH personnel and not members of the Intelligence Community. This is a serious matter, and I continue to call for an all-House briefing with intelligence officials." 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 30, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr., Governor of Maryland, the Hon. Nancy K. Kopp, Treasurer and the Hon. Peter Franchot, Comptroller - Van Hollen, Cardin Urge Maryland Board of Public Works to Reconsider Severe Budget Cuts Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 - "Congress and every state must act to ensure that every American can safely #vote on Election Day. This is a core civil rights issue. There is no excuse not to act now to secure our elections in November. Read my op-ed in @USAToday :" 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 USA Today - We Must Act So That Our Democracy Does Not Become the Pandemic's Next Victim Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Rep. Demings Cosponsors Inherent Contempt Bill Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 29, 2020 State Health Care Premium Reduction Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Tweet - "John Bolton should have testified before the House during its impeachment proceedings. Instead, he withheld his damning evidence of the POTUS's abuse of power, preferring to enrich himself off a book deal. Shame on him." 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 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's #SCOTUS ruling against the Louisiana abortion law is a victory for women's reproductive freedom in our country, which has been under assault by Republicans. I will continue to stand with my colleagues in defending women's access to care." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Supreme Court Striking Down Louisiana Abortion Law Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 27, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday's court ruling against POTUS stealing military funding to build his border wall is a victory for our men & women in uniform & reaffirms the separation of powers. Dems will continue to oppose POTUS's efforts to fund an ineffective border wall." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Washington, D.C. Admission Act Rep.Andy Harris
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 Washington, D.C. Admission Act Rep.Kweisi Mfume
June 26, 2020 Washington, D.C. Admission Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Washington, D.C. Admission Act Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark T. Esper, Secretary of the US Department of Defense, the Hon. John Ratcliffe, Director of the Office of National Intelligence, the Hon. Christopher A. Wray, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, General Paul M. Nakasone, Commander of US Cyber Command, and the Hon. Chad F. Wolf, Acting Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security - Van Hollen, Klobuchar, Colleagues Urge Intelligence Agencies to Take Further Action to Combat Disinformation Campaigns Aimed at Disenfranchising Voters Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 Warner, Kaine, Carding & Van Hollen Call on McConnell to Bring D.C. Statehood to a Vote Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 - "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 Van Hollen, Rubio Press for Action on Bipartisan DETER Act Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 26, 2020 Tweet - "The fight for full equality is not over. That's why House Dems passed the #EqualityAct to ban discrimination against LGBTQ people where discrimination remains legal. Together, we will win the fight & ensure our laws recognize the equal rights & dignity of LGBTQ people." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Hoyer Urges Senate Action on H.R. 4 at Press Event Marking the 7th Anniversary of the Supreme Court's Shelby County v. Holder Decision Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the 5th Anniversary of the Supreme Court's Marriage Equality Ruling 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 - "#DCStatehood ought to concern all Americans because when some are denied the full rights and representation of citizenship, it diminishes the meaning of citizenship for all. I'm proud to bring #HR51 to the Floor & urge Members to vote for #DCStatehoodNow." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "Another 1.5M filed jobless claims last week, far more than any week on record before this crisis began. We are not seeing the economic rebound that the Trump Admin claims. This crisis is far from over. Every day, we see the need for the assistance the #HeroesAct provides." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Tweet - "As COVID-19 cases rise, state and local governments are being forced to lay off teachers, health care personnel, public service workers, and other frontline employees. Our communities can't afford to wait. I urge the Senate to take up the #HeroesAct and #FundtheFrontLines now." 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 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 - "We must ensure Americans can safely vote in November. It is shameful to exploit this crisis and hinder voter turnout like some states have done. We must be prepared on Election Day, which is why I continue to call for Senate passage of the #HeroesAct." 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 - "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 Letter to Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General - Udall, Leahy, Van Hollen Release GAO Report Revealing Trump's 4th of July Event Doubled Costs to Taxpayers in 2019 Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 25, 2020 NEWSLETTER: Learn About the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act and Voice Your Opinion Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2020 Hoyer Remarks at Press Conference on DC Statehood Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2020 MSNBC "Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell - Transcript Interview with Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
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 23, 2020 Tweet - "Trump's claim that the increase in coronavirus cases is due to more testing is not true. He is misleading the public. In order to safely reopen, we need to increase testing and tracing. The Admin needs to immediately disburse funding that has been allocated for that purpose." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 23, 2020 Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference, I told reporters that the House will vote on the #JusticeInPolicing Act on Thursday. Black lives matter, & an overwhelming majority of Americans support the provisions in this bill. I urge House Republicans to join us in passing these reforms." 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 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 Hoyer Announces House Vote on the Great American Outdoors Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2020 Tweet - "Once again, we are witnessing the removal of another official without cause by President Trump and AG Barr. There must be a full investigation into this ongoing corruption and interference, and I hope that Jay Clayton declines the position." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Navy Decision to not Reinstate Capt. Crozier Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Firing of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 18, 2020 Van Hollen, Carper Introduce Legislation to Strip the President's Ability to Federalize D.C. Police, Control D.C. National Guard Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Press Trump Administration for Answers on Cost, Legal Justification of Out-of-State National Guard Deployment to D.C. Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 17, 2020 Van Hollen Applauds Bipartisan Passage of Great American Outdoors Act Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 17, 2020 Van Hollen Statement on Bolton Excerpts: It's Clear that President Trump Puts Himself Over National Security Interests -- Republican Leader Mcconnell Must Stop Aiding and Abetting Trump's Betrayal of Our Country Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 17, 2020 Letter to Mr. John Barsa, Acting Administrator of the US Agency for International Development - Van Hollen, Cardin Call for Investigation into Offensive Statements by Trump Appointees at USAID Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader - National Capital Region Delegation Urges House Leaders To Issue Mask Directive To Members Of Congress Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
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