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May 17, 2019 Equality Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Tweet - "This is a historic day as the House takes another step toward a more perfect union and votes on #HR5, the #EqualityAct, to prohibit #LGBT discrimination. Let us come together and reject discrimination and exclusion." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Hoyer Welcomes Marylanders to the U.S. Capitol Ahead of Vote on H.R. 5, the Equality Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Equality Act Rep. Jamie Raskin
May 17, 2019 Tweet - "On International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia, I'm proud to bring #HR5 to the Floor. By passing the #EqualityAct to ban discrimination against #LGBT Americans, we are taking an important step toward achieving equality, justice, and opportunity for all. #IDAHOBIT" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 16, 2019 Hoyer: President Trump's Immigration Proposal Is a Non-Starter Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 16, 2019 Tweet - ".@POTUS' immigration proposal is a non-starter and another example of how this President continues to base his immigration policies on xenophobic and false stereotypes about immigrants from certain parts of the world." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2019 Tweet - "#LGBT Americans are at risk of being fired, refused housing, or denied services in 30 states. On Friday, I will bring the #EqualityAct to the Floor for a vote to put an end LGBT discrimination nationwide. I urge the GOP to join us in supporting this critically important bill." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Abortion Bans in Alabama and Georgia Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2019 Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference, I told reporters that House Dems will continue to focus on health care this week. Tmrw, we will vote on a package of 7 bills to protect & expand affordable health care and lower prescription drug costs. I urge @HouseGOP to support this bill." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Bonamici Leads Effort to Call on DeVos to Reinstate Protections for Transgender Students; Joined by 44 Colleagues Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 10, 2019 Van Hollen, Burr Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Child Care Protection Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Norma Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Reps. Burgess and Roby Urge Continued FDA Oversight of Mail-Order Abortion Drugs Rep. Andy Harris, ...
May 10, 2019 Tweet - "The @DeptofDefense's intent to take funds away from our military to pay for an ineffective border wall is an egregious and ill-conceived usurpation of Congress's constitutional authority and a dangerous abandonment of our men and women in uniform." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 10, 2019 Hoyer Statement in Opposition to President Trump's Attempt to Fund an Ineffective Border Wall At the Expense of Our Troops Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 9, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin, Cummings Announce Legislation to Promote Educational Opportunities for Americans with Criminal Records Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 9, 2019 Congressman Harris Announces $1 Million Grant for Restoration Rep. Andy Harris
May 9, 2019 Congressman Andy Harris Applauds Department of Homeland Security for Finalization of H-2B Visa Increase Rep. Andy Harris
May 9, 2019 Tweet - "I thank my colleagues on @EnergyCommerce for holding another hearing on rising prescription drug costs. On the Floor, House Dems are taking up legislation this week and next to address the cost of prescription drugs, & we will continue to take action on this important issue." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 8, 2019 Tweet - "I extend my deepest condolences to the students, teachers, & families of STEM School Highlands Ranch in CO & thank first responders on the scene yesterday. No student should have to fear for his or her life in the classroom. Congress must act to #EndGunViolence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 7, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Trump Administration's Family Separation Policy Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 7, 2019 Tweet - "One year after the Trump Admin instituted its family separation policy, it has failed to #ReuniteEveryChild. House Dems will continue to conduct oversight to ensure that these children are returned to their parents -- every last one. #FamiliesBelongTogether https://bit.ly/2H6c3bL" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 6, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
May 5, 2019 Tweet - "As Muslims around the world prepare for #Ramadan, I say #RamadanMubarak to all observing. I stand with Muslim-Americans in #MD05 & across the US in the face of vile threats made against them, a product of vicious Islamophobia that continues to be a blight on our democracy." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2019 Tweet - "It is shameful that Republicans in Florida have passed legislation that effectively institutes a poll tax on formerly incarcerated individuals. I strongly urge Governor DeSantis to veto this bill." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2019 Hoyer: It Is Shameful That Republicans In Florida Have Passed Legislation That Effectively Institutes A Poll Tax Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2019 Tweet - "This #CincodeMayo, I join w Mexican Americans in paying tribute to the heroes of May 5, 1862 & celebrating the cause of freedom. I'm proud to stand w the @HispanicCaucus in honoring the contributions of Mexican Americans & opposing efforts to denigrate them." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 3, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Ramadan Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2019 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg - Senator Menendez, Senators to Facebook: Ban on Gun Sales Not Enough without Enforcement Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 2, 2019 Cummings, Raskin Introduce Waiver Accountability and Transparency Act Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 2, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Holocaust Remembrance Day Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2019 Tweet - "On this #HolocaustRemembranceDay, I was honored to join my colleagues and survivors for a moving candle-lighting ceremony to honor the victims and remember the righteous who risked their lives to save others and the resisters who fought back and survived. http://bit.ly/2PGegNY " Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "I met with these inspiring @Georgetown students today & reiterated my commitment to bringing #HR6 the Dream & Promise Act to the Floor for a vote to #ProtectDreamers & ensure they have a pathway to citizenship so they can stay in the U.S. & continue to contribute to our country." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @HouseJudiciary marked up H.R. 5, the #EqualityAct. Now that it has secured Committee approval, I will bring it to the Floor for a vote this month. #LGBT Americans & their families deserve to be protected against all forms of discrimination." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "Congrats to @NASAGoddard Space Flight Center on 60 years of leadership in Earth and space sciences. I am honored to represent the outstanding men and women who work at Goddard and will continue to support their critically important mission. #ExploreGoddard" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "I join in celebrating May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month & the many contributions of the AAPI community. I'm proud to work w @CAPAC & Chair @RepJudyChu to continue our work to ensure that America lives up to its promise for all its people. #APAHM https://bit.ly/2VaVuUX " Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 30, 2019 Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Block Online E-Cigarette Sales to Minors Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 30, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Memo on Asylum Regulations Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 30, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Administration's latest memo on asylum regulations will do nothing to address the humanitarian crisis on our border of the Admin's own making. @POTUS should work w Congress in a good faith effort to uphold U.S. law, which allows asylum requests." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. David White, Acting Secretary of State of Texas - Cummings and Raskin Seek Compliance from Texas in Voter Suppression Probe Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of Texas - Cummings and Raskin Seek Compliance from Texas in Voter Suppression Probe Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 29, 2019 Synagogue Shooting Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 27, 2019 Tweet - "I was deeply unnerved to hear about today's #synagogueshooting in San Diego. Six months to the day since the deadly, anti-Semitic attack on the Tree of Life congregation in Pittsburgh, this shooting reminds us that hateful rhetoric leads to violence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 27, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Shooting at Chabad of Poway Synagogue Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 26, 2019 Hoyer Discusses the Importance of Reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 25, 2019 Tweet - "Visited the MD Crime Victims Resource Center in Upper Marlboro to discuss the importance of reauthorizing #VAWA. Thanks to VAWA, communities in MD have access to funding to assist victims. I urge the Senate to take up the House-passed VAWA reauthorization. https://bit.ly/2DyDI39 " Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 24, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 20th anniversary of the shooting at #Columbine High School. As we remember the victims & survivors, let us honor them by doing all we can to #EndGunViolence. I urge the Senate to take up & pass the bipartisan background checks bill passed by the House this year." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 17, 2019 Letter to Sen. Richard Riley, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Sen. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Sen. Shelly Moore Capito, Chair of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Sen. Jon Tester, Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Feinstein, Colleagues Oppose Funding for Administration's Cruel Immigration Policies Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 16, 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 - Senators Hassan and Warren Lead Colleagues in Requesting Increased Funding in FY2020 Budget for Title X Program Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 16, 2019 Tweet - "While we mourn a deeply painful tragedy at #NotreDameCathedral, let us join together in our commitment to see this symbol of faith and history rebuilt. My thoughts are with the people of France, and I salute the brave first responders on the scene." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 15, 2019 Letter to Chairman Capito and Ranking Member Tester - Senators Heinrich, Mc Sally, and Colleagues Request $75 Million for Safeguarding Faith-Based Communities Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 15, 2019 Rep. Raskin Responds to Gop Oversight Members' Questioning of Voter Suppression Probe Rep. Jamie Raskin
April 15, 2019 Tweet - "Six years after the Boston Marathon bombings, we remember the victims, survivors, and the heroes who responded that day and reflect on the city of Boston's resilience and strength. I join in congratulating all those who participated in the #BostonMarathon today. #BostonStrong" Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems have taken action in the first 100 days to #FightTheBan & passed @RepJoeKennedy's resolution condemning the Trump Admin's ban on transgender service members. House Dems will continue to speak out against this harmful ban & work to #ProtectTransTroops." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "In the first 100 days of the 116th Congress, House Dems have taken action to raise wages, expand opportunity, lower health care & prescription drug costs, & ensure working families can make it in America. Read more here: https://bit.ly/2VzCWtG #100DaysForthePeople" Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today is the @GLSEN #DayOfSilence, when we support #LGBT students who are silenced in schools across the country and world. I join House Dems and Americans from all walks of life in standing with #LGBT youth. We see you and we hear you." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 11, 2019 Tweet - "I join my colleagues in calling for a federal investigation of the deeply alarming fires at three historically black churches in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. This violence, intimidation, & destruction will not be tolerated, & federal authorities must investigate immediately." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 11, 2019 Tweet - "In the wake of the removal of Omar al-Bashir, it is crucial that the U.S. work to promote a peaceful transfer of power to the Sudanese people, who deserve self-determination and freedom." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 10, 2019 MSNBC "The Rachel Maddow Show" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen. Chris Van Hollen
April 8, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Speaker Michael Busch Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Cardin, Van Hollen, Bipartisan Group of Senators Press President Trump to Designate Venezuela for TPS Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 5, 2019 Letter to President Donald Trump - Rep. Trone and Rep. Connolly Send Letter to Trump Demanding Answers for Death of Jamal Khashoggi Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 5, 2019 Van Hollen Releases New State Department Data on Travel Ban Sen. Chris Van Hollen
April 5, 2019 Tweet - "This week, the House passed the #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct Reauthorization of 2019, sponsored by @RepKarenBass, with bipartisan support. Here's how #VAWA19 prevents domestic violence and ensures survivors have the resources to recover and seek justice:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 5, 2019 House Democrats Vote to Condemn the Trump Administration's Sabotage of Health Care, Reauthorize VAWA Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 5, 2019 Tweet - "As House Democrats continue to work to advance #HR6, the Dream & Promise Act, I encourage all #DACA recipients to check that their legal status is up to date. If their status expires before 2020, they should renew now." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 5, 2019 The Bipartisan Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2019 Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Brown Joins Bipartisan Group to Introduce First-Ever Targeted Fentanyl Sanctions Bill to Hold China Accountable On Commitment to Crack Down On Manufacturers & Traffickers of Lethal Opioids Ravaging U.S. Communities Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 4, 2019 Tweet - "The #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct Reauthorization of 2019 makes improvements to existing law based on feedback from domestic violence advocates so that we can end the scourge of domestic violence and better assist survivors. That's why I'm proud to vote for #VAWA19 on the Floor today." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Tweet - "I just voted for #VAWA19 to reauthorize the #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct & strengthen the law. House Dems are committed to preventing domestic violence and assisting all survivors, including vulnerable populations." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House of Representatives will vote to reauthorize the #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct with improvements to current law to prevent domestic violence, assist survivors, and support law enforcement. I'm proud to stand with advocates like @NTFSDV in support of #VAWA19." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Tweet - "On the 51st anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s death, we remember his work to ensure equal rights and justice under the law. Let us honor his life and legacy by recommitting ourselves to continuing that work. #MLK51" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
May 17, 2019 Equality Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Tweet - "This is a historic day as the House takes another step toward a more perfect union and votes on #HR5, the #EqualityAct, to prohibit #LGBT discrimination. Let us come together and reject discrimination and exclusion." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Hoyer Welcomes Marylanders to the U.S. Capitol Ahead of Vote on H.R. 5, the Equality Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Equality Act Rep.Jamie Raskin
May 17, 2019 Tweet - "On International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia, I'm proud to bring #HR5 to the Floor. By passing the #EqualityAct to ban discrimination against #LGBT Americans, we are taking an important step toward achieving equality, justice, and opportunity for all. #IDAHOBIT" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 16, 2019 Hoyer: President Trump's Immigration Proposal Is a Non-Starter Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 16, 2019 Tweet - ".@POTUS' immigration proposal is a non-starter and another example of how this President continues to base his immigration policies on xenophobic and false stereotypes about immigrants from certain parts of the world." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2019 Tweet - "#LGBT Americans are at risk of being fired, refused housing, or denied services in 30 states. On Friday, I will bring the #EqualityAct to the Floor for a vote to put an end LGBT discrimination nationwide. I urge the GOP to join us in supporting this critically important bill." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Abortion Bans in Alabama and Georgia Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2019 Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference, I told reporters that House Dems will continue to focus on health care this week. Tmrw, we will vote on a package of 7 bills to protect & expand affordable health care and lower prescription drug costs. I urge @HouseGOP to support this bill." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Bonamici Leads Effort to Call on DeVos to Reinstate Protections for Transgender Students; Joined by 44 Colleagues Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 10, 2019 Van Hollen, Burr Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Child Care Protection Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Norma Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Reps. Burgess and Roby Urge Continued FDA Oversight of Mail-Order Abortion Drugs Rep.Andy Harris, ...
May 10, 2019 Tweet - "The @DeptofDefense's intent to take funds away from our military to pay for an ineffective border wall is an egregious and ill-conceived usurpation of Congress's constitutional authority and a dangerous abandonment of our men and women in uniform." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 10, 2019 Hoyer Statement in Opposition to President Trump's Attempt to Fund an Ineffective Border Wall At the Expense of Our Troops Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 9, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin, Cummings Announce Legislation to Promote Educational Opportunities for Americans with Criminal Records Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 9, 2019 Congressman Harris Announces $1 Million Grant for Restoration Rep.Andy Harris
May 9, 2019 Congressman Andy Harris Applauds Department of Homeland Security for Finalization of H-2B Visa Increase Rep.Andy Harris
May 9, 2019 Tweet - "I thank my colleagues on @EnergyCommerce for holding another hearing on rising prescription drug costs. On the Floor, House Dems are taking up legislation this week and next to address the cost of prescription drugs, & we will continue to take action on this important issue." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 8, 2019 Tweet - "I extend my deepest condolences to the students, teachers, & families of STEM School Highlands Ranch in CO & thank first responders on the scene yesterday. No student should have to fear for his or her life in the classroom. Congress must act to #EndGunViolence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 7, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Trump Administration's Family Separation Policy Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 7, 2019 Tweet - "One year after the Trump Admin instituted its family separation policy, it has failed to #ReuniteEveryChild. House Dems will continue to conduct oversight to ensure that these children are returned to their parents -- every last one. #FamiliesBelongTogether https://bit.ly/2H6c3bL" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 6, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
May 5, 2019 Tweet - "As Muslims around the world prepare for #Ramadan, I say #RamadanMubarak to all observing. I stand with Muslim-Americans in #MD05 & across the US in the face of vile threats made against them, a product of vicious Islamophobia that continues to be a blight on our democracy." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2019 Tweet - "It is shameful that Republicans in Florida have passed legislation that effectively institutes a poll tax on formerly incarcerated individuals. I strongly urge Governor DeSantis to veto this bill." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2019 Hoyer: It Is Shameful That Republicans In Florida Have Passed Legislation That Effectively Institutes A Poll Tax Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2019 Tweet - "This #CincodeMayo, I join w Mexican Americans in paying tribute to the heroes of May 5, 1862 & celebrating the cause of freedom. I'm proud to stand w the @HispanicCaucus in honoring the contributions of Mexican Americans & opposing efforts to denigrate them." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 3, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Ramadan Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2019 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg - Senator Menendez, Senators to Facebook: Ban on Gun Sales Not Enough without Enforcement Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 2, 2019 Cummings, Raskin Introduce Waiver Accountability and Transparency Act Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 2, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Holocaust Remembrance Day Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2019 Tweet - "On this #HolocaustRemembranceDay, I was honored to join my colleagues and survivors for a moving candle-lighting ceremony to honor the victims and remember the righteous who risked their lives to save others and the resisters who fought back and survived. http://bit.ly/2PGegNY " Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "I met with these inspiring @Georgetown students today & reiterated my commitment to bringing #HR6 the Dream & Promise Act to the Floor for a vote to #ProtectDreamers & ensure they have a pathway to citizenship so they can stay in the U.S. & continue to contribute to our country." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @HouseJudiciary marked up H.R. 5, the #EqualityAct. Now that it has secured Committee approval, I will bring it to the Floor for a vote this month. #LGBT Americans & their families deserve to be protected against all forms of discrimination." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "Congrats to @NASAGoddard Space Flight Center on 60 years of leadership in Earth and space sciences. I am honored to represent the outstanding men and women who work at Goddard and will continue to support their critically important mission. #ExploreGoddard" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "I join in celebrating May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month & the many contributions of the AAPI community. I'm proud to work w @CAPAC & Chair @RepJudyChu to continue our work to ensure that America lives up to its promise for all its people. #APAHM https://bit.ly/2VaVuUX " Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 30, 2019 Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Block Online E-Cigarette Sales to Minors Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 30, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Memo on Asylum Regulations Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 30, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Administration's latest memo on asylum regulations will do nothing to address the humanitarian crisis on our border of the Admin's own making. @POTUS should work w Congress in a good faith effort to uphold U.S. law, which allows asylum requests." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. David White, Acting Secretary of State of Texas - Cummings and Raskin Seek Compliance from Texas in Voter Suppression Probe Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of Texas - Cummings and Raskin Seek Compliance from Texas in Voter Suppression Probe Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 29, 2019 Synagogue Shooting Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 27, 2019 Tweet - "I was deeply unnerved to hear about today's #synagogueshooting in San Diego. Six months to the day since the deadly, anti-Semitic attack on the Tree of Life congregation in Pittsburgh, this shooting reminds us that hateful rhetoric leads to violence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 27, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Shooting at Chabad of Poway Synagogue Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 26, 2019 Hoyer Discusses the Importance of Reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 25, 2019 Tweet - "Visited the MD Crime Victims Resource Center in Upper Marlboro to discuss the importance of reauthorizing #VAWA. Thanks to VAWA, communities in MD have access to funding to assist victims. I urge the Senate to take up the House-passed VAWA reauthorization. https://bit.ly/2DyDI39 " Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 24, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 20th anniversary of the shooting at #Columbine High School. As we remember the victims & survivors, let us honor them by doing all we can to #EndGunViolence. I urge the Senate to take up & pass the bipartisan background checks bill passed by the House this year." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 17, 2019 Letter to Sen. Richard Riley, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Sen. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Sen. Shelly Moore Capito, Chair of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Sen. Jon Tester, Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Feinstein, Colleagues Oppose Funding for Administration's Cruel Immigration Policies Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 16, 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 - Senators Hassan and Warren Lead Colleagues in Requesting Increased Funding in FY2020 Budget for Title X Program Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 16, 2019 Tweet - "While we mourn a deeply painful tragedy at #NotreDameCathedral, let us join together in our commitment to see this symbol of faith and history rebuilt. My thoughts are with the people of France, and I salute the brave first responders on the scene." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 15, 2019 Letter to Chairman Capito and Ranking Member Tester - Senators Heinrich, Mc Sally, and Colleagues Request $75 Million for Safeguarding Faith-Based Communities Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 15, 2019 Rep. Raskin Responds to Gop Oversight Members' Questioning of Voter Suppression Probe Rep.Jamie Raskin
April 15, 2019 Tweet - "Six years after the Boston Marathon bombings, we remember the victims, survivors, and the heroes who responded that day and reflect on the city of Boston's resilience and strength. I join in congratulating all those who participated in the #BostonMarathon today. #BostonStrong" Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems have taken action in the first 100 days to #FightTheBan & passed @RepJoeKennedy's resolution condemning the Trump Admin's ban on transgender service members. House Dems will continue to speak out against this harmful ban & work to #ProtectTransTroops." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "In the first 100 days of the 116th Congress, House Dems have taken action to raise wages, expand opportunity, lower health care & prescription drug costs, & ensure working families can make it in America. Read more here: https://bit.ly/2VzCWtG #100DaysForthePeople" Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today is the @GLSEN #DayOfSilence, when we support #LGBT students who are silenced in schools across the country and world. I join House Dems and Americans from all walks of life in standing with #LGBT youth. We see you and we hear you." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 11, 2019 Tweet - "I join my colleagues in calling for a federal investigation of the deeply alarming fires at three historically black churches in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. This violence, intimidation, & destruction will not be tolerated, & federal authorities must investigate immediately." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 11, 2019 Tweet - "In the wake of the removal of Omar al-Bashir, it is crucial that the U.S. work to promote a peaceful transfer of power to the Sudanese people, who deserve self-determination and freedom." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 10, 2019 MSNBC "The Rachel Maddow Show" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen.Chris Van Hollen
April 8, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Speaker Michael Busch Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Cardin, Van Hollen, Bipartisan Group of Senators Press President Trump to Designate Venezuela for TPS Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 5, 2019 Letter to President Donald Trump - Rep. Trone and Rep. Connolly Send Letter to Trump Demanding Answers for Death of Jamal Khashoggi Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 5, 2019 Van Hollen Releases New State Department Data on Travel Ban Sen.Chris Van Hollen
April 5, 2019 Tweet - "This week, the House passed the #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct Reauthorization of 2019, sponsored by @RepKarenBass, with bipartisan support. Here's how #VAWA19 prevents domestic violence and ensures survivors have the resources to recover and seek justice:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 5, 2019 House Democrats Vote to Condemn the Trump Administration's Sabotage of Health Care, Reauthorize VAWA Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 5, 2019 Tweet - "As House Democrats continue to work to advance #HR6, the Dream & Promise Act, I encourage all #DACA recipients to check that their legal status is up to date. If their status expires before 2020, they should renew now." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 5, 2019 The Bipartisan Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2019 Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Brown Joins Bipartisan Group to Introduce First-Ever Targeted Fentanyl Sanctions Bill to Hold China Accountable On Commitment to Crack Down On Manufacturers & Traffickers of Lethal Opioids Ravaging U.S. Communities Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 4, 2019 Tweet - "The #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct Reauthorization of 2019 makes improvements to existing law based on feedback from domestic violence advocates so that we can end the scourge of domestic violence and better assist survivors. That's why I'm proud to vote for #VAWA19 on the Floor today." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Tweet - "I just voted for #VAWA19 to reauthorize the #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct & strengthen the law. House Dems are committed to preventing domestic violence and assisting all survivors, including vulnerable populations." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House of Representatives will vote to reauthorize the #ViolenceAgainstWomenAct with improvements to current law to prevent domestic violence, assist survivors, and support law enforcement. I'm proud to stand with advocates like @NTFSDV in support of #VAWA19." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 4, 2019 Tweet - "On the 51st anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s death, we remember his work to ensure equal rights and justice under the law. Let us honor his life and legacy by recommitting ourselves to continuing that work. #MLK51" Rep.Steny Hoyer
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