| July 1, 2020
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Tweet - "#OTD in 1966, Medicare benefits began, providing millions of older Americans w/ access to affordable health care. While Trump attempts to weaken this critical program, House Dems remain committed to defending this critical program for seniors and expanding care for all Americans."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 1, 2020
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Van Hollen, Toomey Issue Statement on House Passage of the Hong Kong Autonomy Act
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| July 1, 2020
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Letter to Kenneth Cuccinelli, Acting Director of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services - Rep. Maloney Joins Over 100 Members of Congress to Demand USCIS Accept New DACA Applications
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 30, 2020
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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 :"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 30, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on Resolution Recognizing Juneteenth Independence Day
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 30, 2020
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Tweet - "The toll of this pandemic on Black families is deeply troubling & could have long-lasting effects. More must be done to address long-standing racial disparities made evident by this crisis & right historical wrongs that have harmed Black families."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 30, 2020
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Activists, Journalists, and Clergy Brief Subcommittee on First Amendment Violations by Police at Recent Protests
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| June 30, 2020
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Letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and Matthew T. Albence, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - 80 Members of Congress Call on Trump Administration to Promptly Release Families Together
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 30, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the US Department of Justice - Van Hollen, Harris, Murray, Colleagues to Barr: Reverse Anti-LGBTQ Position, Protect Transgender Workers from Discrimination
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 30, 2020
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Tweet - "I'm pleased @JacksonLeeTX18's resolution marking the observance of #Juneteenth was unanimously adopted by the House today. I applaud her efforts to recognize Juneteenth in the House and make it a federal holiday -- an effort I support."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on the Supreme Court Striking Down Louisiana Abortion Law
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2020
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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."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2020
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Hearing of the House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties - The First Amendment Under Attack: Examining Government Violence Against Peaceful Civil Rights Protesters and the Journalists Covering Them
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| June 26, 2020
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Washington, D.C. Admission Act
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Rep. Andy Harris
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| June 26, 2020
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Washington, D.C. Admission Act
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Rep. Kweisi Mfume
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| June 26, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on the 5th Anniversary of the Supreme Court's Marriage Equality Ruling
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 26, 2020
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Washington, D.C. Admission Act
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 26, 2020
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Warner, Kaine, Carding & Van Hollen Call on McConnell to Bring D.C. Statehood to a Vote
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 26, 2020
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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."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 26, 2020
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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."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 26, 2020
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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
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 26, 2020
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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."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 26, 2020
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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."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 25, 2020
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Tweet - "On the 70th anniversary of the start of the Korean War, we remember and honor the Americans who lost their lives and were wounded defending freedom against communism and aiding in the defense of our Korean allies."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 25, 2020
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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"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 25, 2020
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Van Hollen Statement on House Passage of Justice in Policing Act
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| June 25, 2020
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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."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 25, 2020
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Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce "No Check, No Sale" Bill To Close Loophole Allowing Gun Sales Without A Completed Background Check
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 25, 2020
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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"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 25, 2020
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NEWSLETTER: Learn About the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act and Voice Your Opinion
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 24, 2020
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MSNBC "Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell - Transcript Interview with Jamie Raskin
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| June 24, 2020
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Van Hollen Statement on Inadequate Republican-Proposed Police Legislation
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| June 24, 2020
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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"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 24, 2020
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Hoyer Holds Conversation with Community Leaders on the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 23, 2020
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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."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 23, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Duckworth Joins Van Hollen, Colleagues in Call for Robust Funding for Background Checks, Gun Safety in Next COVID-19 Relief Package
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 23, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security - 30+ House Members Request Investigation into Disinfectants Used at ICE Facilities Resulting in Sick Detainees
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 23, 2020
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Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Mucarsel-Powell, Over 100 House Democrats And CHC Members Call On Senator McConnell To Stop Blocking The American Dream And Promise Act
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 23, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. William Barr, U.S. Attorney General - Rep. Chip Roy Letter To AG Barr RE: Restoring Law And Order
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Rep. Andy Harris, ...
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| June 22, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Corey W. Pack, President of the Talbot County Council - Van Hollen Urges Talbot County Council to Remove Talbot Boys Monument in Its Entirety
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| June 22, 2020
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Oversight Committee Examines Effects of Systemic Racism in Policing Practices
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 22, 2020
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Letter to Donald Trump, President of the U.S. - Over 100 House Democrats and CHC Members Call on President Trump to Endorse American Dream and Promise Act, Permanently Protect Dreamers
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 22, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Durbin Leads Entire Senate Democratic Caucus In Calling On Leader McConnell To Bring Bipartisan House-Passed Dream & Promise Act To Floor For A Vote
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 21, 2020
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Committee Examines Effects of Systemic Racism in Policing Practices
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 19, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States, the Hon. Matthew Albence, Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Hon. Chad Wolf, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, the Hon. Mark Morgan, Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection, the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, and the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State - Congressional Democrats Demand Trump Administration Reverse its Barrage of Policies Targeting Asylum Seekers
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 19, 2020
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Van Hollen Statement on Juneteenth
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| June 19, 2020
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Tweet - "I join in commemorating #Juneteenth while reflecting on the enduring and painful legacies of slavery and segregation. Emancipation will not be finished until African Americans are granted security promised by our Declaration of Independence. https://bit.ly/3dbfx9O"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 19, 2020
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Tweet - "African Americans & Latinos have fatality rates from COVID-19 as much as 10x higher compared to white Americans, when age is taken into account. We must do more to address disparities, and I continue to demand demographic data collection."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 19, 2020
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Harris Applauds nearly $10 million Head Start Grant to Shore Up! Inc. in Salisbury
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Rep. Andy Harris
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| June 19, 2020
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Letter to Steven Mnuchin Secretary, U.S. Department of Treasury, and Charles Rettig Commissioner Internal Revenue Service - Cortez Masto Leads Push To Ensure Survivors Of Domestic Violence Can Access Their Economic Impact Payment
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 19, 2020
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Letter to Donald Trump, President of the United States - Bennet, 42 Senate Democrats Call on Trump to Protect Dreamers Following Landmark Supreme Court DACA Decision
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 19, 2020
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Hearing of the House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties - Voices from the Front: An Overdue Reckoning with Structural Racism in Policing
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| June 19, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on Juneteenth
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 18, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Durbin, Schumer, Colleagues Call For GAO Investigation Into Use Of Federal Law Enforcement During Washington, D.C. Protests Following Killing Of George Floyd
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 18, 2020
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Van Hollen Statement on Supreme Court DACA Decision
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| June 18, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Congressman Biggs Leads Letter about Anti-Border Security Measures in the NDAA
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Rep. Andy Harris, ...
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| June 18, 2020
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Hoyer Announces House Vote on the George Floyd Justice In Policing Act
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 18, 2020
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Bennet, Senate Democrats Introduce Resolution Recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 18, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on the Supreme Court Blocking the Administration From Ending the DACA Program
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 17, 2020
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Tweet - "8 years after DACA was created, a majority of Americans support protections for #Dreamers, including Trump voters. I hope SCOTUS reaffirms to Dreamers that their #HomeIsHere, & I continue to urge the Senate to pass #HR6 to provide a pathway to citizenship."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 16, 2020
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Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Following SCOTUS Ruling, Collins, Merkley, Baldwin, Booker Lead Bipartisan Push to Bring Equality Act to a Vote
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 16, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell - Feinstein, Merkely, Colleagues Push to Bring Equality Act to a Vote
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 16, 2020
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Letter to Dr. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration - DeGette leads 108 Members of Congress in urging FDA to ease restrictions on medication abortion
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 16, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on the President's Executive Order on Policing
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 15, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. William Barr, US Attorney General, the Hon. Christopher Wray, Director of the FBI, and the Hon. Chad Wolf, Secretary of Homeland Security - Oversight Committee Chairs Demand Trump Administration Investigate White Supremacist Activity at Protests
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 15, 2020
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Tweet - "Today's SCOTUS decision is a major victory in the ongoing march toward full equality for LGBTQ people. While this ruling removes a key hurdle, it is one step, & we must keep fighting to eliminate legal barriers to full equality and access to opportunity."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 15, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Michael Horowitz, Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Justice - Hirono Leads 20 Senate Democrats in Calling for DOJ Inspector General Investigation into Attorney General Barr's Conduct in Suppressing Peaceful Protests around Lafayette Square on June 1
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 15, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on LGBTQ Rights
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 15, 2020
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Chairman Raskin Statement on Landmark Supreme Court Ruling Prohibiting Workplace Discrimination Against LGBTQ Americans
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| June 15, 2020
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Reps. Johnson, Raskin Introduce Bill to Hold Federal Law Enforcement Officers Accountable
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 12, 2020
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Tweet - "4 years after the horrific shooting at Pulse Nightclub, I join in remembering the 49 victims, honoring the survivors & thanking the first responders on the scene that day. As we remember this tragedy during #PrideMonth let us continue to work to stamp out hate & #EndGunViolence."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 12, 2020
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Tweet - "Today is #LovingDay, which marks the day that SCOTUS struck down bans on interracial marriage. Today, as we continue our work to eliminate racism and injustice, let us too remember the power of love and compassion that we need to meet this moment."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 11, 2020
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Top Democrats Introduce Law Enforcement Identification Act
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 11, 2020
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FERC Rules in Favor of Landowners After Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Subcommittee Investigation
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| June 11, 2020
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Tweet - "There are 11 Confederate statues in the United States Capitol that reflect those who fought to keep African Americans enslaved. This is not something we ought to honor in America, and I have called on them to be removed."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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