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March 19, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, HOYER RENEW PUSH TO MAKE SOUTHERN MARYLAND A NEW NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 19, 2021 Letter to Honorable Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Rubio Joins Menendez, Colleagues in Calling on Biden to Officially Recognize Armenian Genocide Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 19, 2021 Hoyer, Cardin Renew Push to Make Southern Maryland a New National Heritage Area Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, CAPITO INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO SUPPORT NATIONAL CHILDREN'S MUSEUM Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "Today, the House will vote on the Dream and Promise Act and the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to address our broken immigration system. I thank @RepRaulRuizMD & the @HispanicCaucus for their leadership and work to ensure our nation is carrying out its founding principles." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021 Capito, Van Hollen Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Support National Children's Museum Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "The surge in violence against the #AAPI community is abhorrent and we must take action to #StopAsianHate. I thank @HouseJudiciary for holding a hearing today on the increase in anti-Asian hate crimes. We must stand together to condemn and combat this bigotry." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "The Dream and Promise Act and the Farm Workforce Modernization Act would provide a pathway to permanent legal status for Dreamers, TPS & DED holders, and agriculture workers who are contributing to our nation. I urge my colleagues to support these bills." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021 American Dream and Promise Act of 2021 Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021 Tweet - "I'm pleased that the House is taking action today to reauthorize #VAWA and remove the arbitrary deadline to ratify the #ERA. I hope my colleagues join me in supporting these important pieces of legislation and stand up for women's equality." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021 Removing the Deadline for the Ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021 Congressman Kweisi Mfume on Passage of Historic Legislation to Uphold and Strengthen the Rights of Women Rep. Kweisi Mfume
March 17, 2021 Tweet - "If we are serious about addressing the pandemic of violence against women in our country, then I hope my GOP colleagues will support #VAWA Reauthorization today. I hope this bill passes with bipartisan support and is taken up by the Senate without delay." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021 A Historic Day for Women Rep. Kweisi Mfume
March 17, 2021 Tweet - "The horrific shootings in the Atlanta-area & the continued violence against Asian Americans must be condemned in the strongest terms. While a motive hasn't been announced, there has been a clear increase in anti-Asian discrimination during this pandemic and it is unacceptable." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 16, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, RASKIN LEAD INTRODUCTION OF PERMIT-TO-PURCHASE GUN SAFETY BILL Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 16, 2021 Van Hollen, Raskin Lead Introduction Of Permit-To-Purchase Gun Safety Bill Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 16, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, BLUMENTHAL, HIMES INTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO CLOSE DANGEROUS LOOPHOLE TO PROTECT DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 16, 2021 Tweet - "During my weekly pen and pad press conference, I told the press that the #AmericanRescuePlan will make an extraordinary difference in our country for the middle class and families that have been struggling with this pandemic. Millions are already feeling its major impact." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Thomas Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Representatives Cohen, Schakowsky, Buchanan, and Fitzpatrick Lead More than 100 Members Asking Secretary Vilsack to Publish Rule Preventing Horse "Soring" Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
March 15, 2021 The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act Rep. Kweisi Mfume
March 13, 2021 Tweet - "It's been 1 year since Breonna Taylor lost her life to police brutality & we still #SayHerName today. The Senate should pass the #GeorgeFloydLaw to prevent more Black lives from being cut short by misconduct & ensure police can protect the communities they swore to serve." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2021 Letter to Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, Chair of the Biden-Harris COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force - Duckworth, Booker Request Guidance from Biden-Harris Health Equity Task Force on Addressing Disparities in Covid-19 Vaccination Rates Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 12, 2021 Tweet - "Following a productive week in the House, including passing the #AmericanRescuePlan, the #PROAct, & legislation to address gun violence, I look forward to bringing these important priorities to the Floor next week." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 11, 2021 Congressman Kweisi Mfume on Passage of Landmark Background Check Legislation Rep. Kweisi Mfume
March 11, 2021 Letter to Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Duckworth, Merkley and Warren Call on Cdc for Safety Guidance on Covid-19 Vaccine for Pregnant Individuals Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 11, 2021 VAN HOLLEN JOINS ROSEN AND PORTMAN IN INTRODUCING BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO HONOR HARRIET TUBMAN WITH COMMEMORATIVE COINS Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 11, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, SARBANES ANNOUNCE WORKING GROUP TO EXPLORE DESIGNATION OF A CHESAPEAKE NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 11, 2021 Tweet - "The Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting should have never happened. The House is voting today to pass @WhipClyburn 's legislation to end the #CharlestonLoophole and stop prohibited gun owners from slipping through the cracks & getting guns." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 11, 2021 Tweet - "Roughly 90% of the American people support expanded background checks, which is what #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act would do. I strongly support this critical bill. The Senate should take it up without delay to end the deadly epidemic of gun violence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 10, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, KLOBUCHAR REINTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO BRING HARRIET TUBMAN STATUE TO U.S. CAPITOL Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 10, 2021 Tweet - "It shouldn't take a pandemic to reduce gun violence -- we ought to pass commonsense gun safety legislation such as #HR8 to establish universal background checks & legislation to close the #CharlestonLoophole. Let's pass these bills & #EndGunViolence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 10, 2021 Letter to Honorable Rosa L. DeLauro, Chair on the Committee on Appropriations - Republican Appropriators Request Hearings on Border Crisis Rep. Andy Harris, ...
March 10, 2021 Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021 Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 10, 2021 Letter to Honorable Rosa L. DeLauro, Chair of the Committee on Appropriations - Congressman Tony Gonzales Requests Appropriations Hearing on Border Crisis Rep. Andy Harris, ...
March 10, 2021 Chairman Raskin Requests FBI Briefing on Infiltration of Law Enforcement by White Supremacists Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 10, 2021 Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021 Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 10, 2021 Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021 Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chair of House Appropriations Committee - Fleischmann, Republican Appropriators Request Hearings on Border Crisis Rep. Andy Harris, ...
March 9, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, BLUMENTHAL INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO SUPPORT YOUNG SCIENTISTS BY PREVENTING THE LOSS OF RESEARCH TALENT DURING & BEYOND THE PANDEMIC Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 9, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, WARREN, CASTRO, BOOKER, AND COLLEAGUES REINTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO REQUIRE COVID-19 DATA COLLECTION IN IMMIGRATION DETENTION FACILITIES Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, HASSAN CALL FOR IMPROVED VACCINE ACCESS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2021 Tweet - "56 years ago yesterday, John Lewis & 600 advocates marched to protect the right to vote. Today, we remember #BloodySunday & John Lewis's legacy. As Republicans around the country move to take away voting rights, I will work to #RestoreTheVRA & protect the right to vote for all." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 8, 2021 Hoyer Participates in Virtual Townhall with CASA Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2021 Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Voting Access Executive Order Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2021 Tweet - "I want to thank @POTUS for marking the anniversary of "Bloody Sunday' with action to secure Americans' voting rights. Today's order is a tribute to John Lewis and all he did to secure that right for all Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021 Letter to Dave Uejio, Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - VAN HOLLEN, COLLEAGUES PRESS CFPB TO PREVENT TENANT SCREENING TECHNOLOGIES FROM HURTING RENTERS OF COLOR Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 5, 2021 Letter to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas - VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, WARNER, KAINE URGE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION TO ENSURE THAT SEAFOOD PROCESSORS ARE ABLE TO HIRE THE SEASONAL WORKFORCE THEY NEED Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 5, 2021 Tweet - "This week, House Dems passed the #ForThePeople Act, which ensures Americans can exercise their right to vote & will make government accountable to the people it serves. We remain committed to strengthening voting rights, despite GOP-led efforts to make it harder to vote." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021 Tweet - "Last year, I walked across the Edmund Pettus Bridge w/ John Lewis for the last time. As we approach the anniversary of Bloody Sunday, I am reflecting on my experiences on the annual @FaithandPolitic pilgrimage to Selma, & paying tribute to my brother & guiding light -- John Lewis." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
March 19, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, HOYER RENEW PUSH TO MAKE SOUTHERN MARYLAND A NEW NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 19, 2021 Letter to Honorable Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Rubio Joins Menendez, Colleagues in Calling on Biden to Officially Recognize Armenian Genocide Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 19, 2021 Hoyer, Cardin Renew Push to Make Southern Maryland a New National Heritage Area Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, CAPITO INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO SUPPORT NATIONAL CHILDREN'S MUSEUM Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "Today, the House will vote on the Dream and Promise Act and the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to address our broken immigration system. I thank @RepRaulRuizMD & the @HispanicCaucus for their leadership and work to ensure our nation is carrying out its founding principles." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021 Capito, Van Hollen Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Support National Children's Museum Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "The surge in violence against the #AAPI community is abhorrent and we must take action to #StopAsianHate. I thank @HouseJudiciary for holding a hearing today on the increase in anti-Asian hate crimes. We must stand together to condemn and combat this bigotry." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "The Dream and Promise Act and the Farm Workforce Modernization Act would provide a pathway to permanent legal status for Dreamers, TPS & DED holders, and agriculture workers who are contributing to our nation. I urge my colleagues to support these bills." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2021 American Dream and Promise Act of 2021 Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021 Tweet - "I'm pleased that the House is taking action today to reauthorize #VAWA and remove the arbitrary deadline to ratify the #ERA. I hope my colleagues join me in supporting these important pieces of legislation and stand up for women's equality." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021 Removing the Deadline for the Ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021 Congressman Kweisi Mfume on Passage of Historic Legislation to Uphold and Strengthen the Rights of Women Rep.Kweisi Mfume
March 17, 2021 Tweet - "If we are serious about addressing the pandemic of violence against women in our country, then I hope my GOP colleagues will support #VAWA Reauthorization today. I hope this bill passes with bipartisan support and is taken up by the Senate without delay." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021 A Historic Day for Women Rep.Kweisi Mfume
March 17, 2021 Tweet - "The horrific shootings in the Atlanta-area & the continued violence against Asian Americans must be condemned in the strongest terms. While a motive hasn't been announced, there has been a clear increase in anti-Asian discrimination during this pandemic and it is unacceptable." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 16, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, RASKIN LEAD INTRODUCTION OF PERMIT-TO-PURCHASE GUN SAFETY BILL Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 16, 2021 Van Hollen, Raskin Lead Introduction Of Permit-To-Purchase Gun Safety Bill Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 16, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, BLUMENTHAL, HIMES INTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO CLOSE DANGEROUS LOOPHOLE TO PROTECT DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 16, 2021 Tweet - "During my weekly pen and pad press conference, I told the press that the #AmericanRescuePlan will make an extraordinary difference in our country for the middle class and families that have been struggling with this pandemic. Millions are already feeling its major impact." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Thomas Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Representatives Cohen, Schakowsky, Buchanan, and Fitzpatrick Lead More than 100 Members Asking Secretary Vilsack to Publish Rule Preventing Horse "Soring" Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
March 15, 2021 The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act Rep.Kweisi Mfume
March 13, 2021 Tweet - "It's been 1 year since Breonna Taylor lost her life to police brutality & we still #SayHerName today. The Senate should pass the #GeorgeFloydLaw to prevent more Black lives from being cut short by misconduct & ensure police can protect the communities they swore to serve." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2021 Letter to Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, Chair of the Biden-Harris COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force - Duckworth, Booker Request Guidance from Biden-Harris Health Equity Task Force on Addressing Disparities in Covid-19 Vaccination Rates Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 12, 2021 Tweet - "Following a productive week in the House, including passing the #AmericanRescuePlan, the #PROAct, & legislation to address gun violence, I look forward to bringing these important priorities to the Floor next week." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 11, 2021 Congressman Kweisi Mfume on Passage of Landmark Background Check Legislation Rep.Kweisi Mfume
March 11, 2021 Letter to Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Duckworth, Merkley and Warren Call on Cdc for Safety Guidance on Covid-19 Vaccine for Pregnant Individuals Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 11, 2021 VAN HOLLEN JOINS ROSEN AND PORTMAN IN INTRODUCING BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO HONOR HARRIET TUBMAN WITH COMMEMORATIVE COINS Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 11, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, SARBANES ANNOUNCE WORKING GROUP TO EXPLORE DESIGNATION OF A CHESAPEAKE NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 11, 2021 Tweet - "The Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting should have never happened. The House is voting today to pass @WhipClyburn 's legislation to end the #CharlestonLoophole and stop prohibited gun owners from slipping through the cracks & getting guns." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 11, 2021 Tweet - "Roughly 90% of the American people support expanded background checks, which is what #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act would do. I strongly support this critical bill. The Senate should take it up without delay to end the deadly epidemic of gun violence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 10, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, KLOBUCHAR REINTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO BRING HARRIET TUBMAN STATUE TO U.S. CAPITOL Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 10, 2021 Tweet - "It shouldn't take a pandemic to reduce gun violence -- we ought to pass commonsense gun safety legislation such as #HR8 to establish universal background checks & legislation to close the #CharlestonLoophole. Let's pass these bills & #EndGunViolence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 10, 2021 Letter to Honorable Rosa L. DeLauro, Chair on the Committee on Appropriations - Republican Appropriators Request Hearings on Border Crisis Rep.Andy Harris, ...
March 10, 2021 Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021 Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 10, 2021 Letter to Honorable Rosa L. DeLauro, Chair of the Committee on Appropriations - Congressman Tony Gonzales Requests Appropriations Hearing on Border Crisis Rep.Andy Harris, ...
March 10, 2021 Chairman Raskin Requests FBI Briefing on Infiltration of Law Enforcement by White Supremacists Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 10, 2021 Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021 Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 10, 2021 Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021 Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chair of House Appropriations Committee - Fleischmann, Republican Appropriators Request Hearings on Border Crisis Rep.Andy Harris, ...
March 9, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, BLUMENTHAL INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO SUPPORT YOUNG SCIENTISTS BY PREVENTING THE LOSS OF RESEARCH TALENT DURING & BEYOND THE PANDEMIC Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 9, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, WARREN, CASTRO, BOOKER, AND COLLEAGUES REINTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO REQUIRE COVID-19 DATA COLLECTION IN IMMIGRATION DETENTION FACILITIES Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2021 VAN HOLLEN, HASSAN CALL FOR IMPROVED VACCINE ACCESS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2021 Tweet - "56 years ago yesterday, John Lewis & 600 advocates marched to protect the right to vote. Today, we remember #BloodySunday & John Lewis's legacy. As Republicans around the country move to take away voting rights, I will work to #RestoreTheVRA & protect the right to vote for all." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 8, 2021 Hoyer Participates in Virtual Townhall with CASA Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2021 Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Voting Access Executive Order Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2021 Tweet - "I want to thank @POTUS for marking the anniversary of "Bloody Sunday' with action to secure Americans' voting rights. Today's order is a tribute to John Lewis and all he did to secure that right for all Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021 Letter to Dave Uejio, Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - VAN HOLLEN, COLLEAGUES PRESS CFPB TO PREVENT TENANT SCREENING TECHNOLOGIES FROM HURTING RENTERS OF COLOR Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 5, 2021 Letter to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas - VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN, WARNER, KAINE URGE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION TO ENSURE THAT SEAFOOD PROCESSORS ARE ABLE TO HIRE THE SEASONAL WORKFORCE THEY NEED Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 5, 2021 Tweet - "This week, House Dems passed the #ForThePeople Act, which ensures Americans can exercise their right to vote & will make government accountable to the people it serves. We remain committed to strengthening voting rights, despite GOP-led efforts to make it harder to vote." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021 Tweet - "Last year, I walked across the Edmund Pettus Bridge w/ John Lewis for the last time. As we approach the anniversary of Bloody Sunday, I am reflecting on my experiences on the annual @FaithandPolitic pilgrimage to Selma, & paying tribute to my brother & guiding light -- John Lewis." Rep.Steny Hoyer
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