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Aug. 1, 2019
Cardin, Civil Rights Leadership Groups Call for Passage of the End Racial and Religious Profiling Act, Legislation to End Profiling By Law Enforcement Nationwide
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2019
Letter to Matthew Albence, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Rep. Raskin Calls on Ice to Protect Rights of Transgender Asylum Seekers
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 31, 2019
Letter to Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth Cuccinelli, Acting Director of Citizenship and Immigration Services - Velázquez, Van-Hollen Want Answers on TPS Immigration Program
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 31, 2019
Senator Hirono Reintroduces Legislation to Protect Native Plant Species
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 31, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Reps. Pressley, Torres, Lawmakers Urge Acting DHS Secretary McAleenan to Immediately Rescind "Safe Third County" Agreement with Guatemala
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 30, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Shaheen, Hassan Join Colleagues in Renewed Call for FCC to Protect Community Television Channels
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 30, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Rep. Raskin Seeks Full Explanation of DHS Policy of Family Separations Based on "communicable Diseases"
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 30, 2019
Tweet - "#OTD LBJ signed #Medicare & #Medicaid into law, expanding access to health care for millions of seniors, those w disabilities, & the vulnerable. Dems are committed to honoring the legacy of these programs & ensuring they are strong for current beneficiaries & future generations."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2019
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, United States Attorney General - Representatives Jesús "Chuy" García, Barbara Lee Call on DOJ to Explain Elimination of In-Court Interpreters for Immigrants
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 29, 2019
Letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin McAleenan - With Temporary Protected Status For Nearly 7,000 Syrians Living In U.S. Set To Expire Without Action This Week, Gillibrand, Kaine Lead Senate Colleagues To Call On Trump Administration To Extend And Redesignate TPS
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 28, 2019
CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin
Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 26, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Democrats Call for Reversal of Trump Administration's Gag Rule
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 26, 2019
Hoyer Statement on the 29th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2019
Reps. Raskin & Meadows Call for Release of Religious Prisoners of Conscience Around the World and an End to Global Religious Persecution
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 25, 2019
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Venezuela TPS Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2019
Tweet - "House Dems passed the #Venezuela TPS Act under a rule today, after Republicans blocked it last night. We will not abandon Venezuelans who have been forced to flee because they have stood up for freedom & democracy."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2019
Tweet - "Pleased the House voted to #PassthePASTAct w strong bipartisan support today. This legislation will close loopholes that enable the cruel practice of "soring" horses. I thank @RepSchrader for being a champion of animal welfare issues and building on the legacy of Senator Tydings."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Rep. Chip Roy And 33 House Members Demand Pelosi Cancel August Recess To Fund ICE
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
July 24, 2019
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of Legislation Addressing Inhumane Treatment of Migrants at the Border
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2019
Booker Reintroduces Sweeping Environmental Justice Bill
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 24, 2019
Harris Statement on Fiscally Irresponsible Bill Offering Temporary Protected Status to Venezuelan Immigrants
Rep. Andy Harris
July 24, 2019
Tweet - "The humanitarian crisis created by @POTUS's policies at our border and in CBP detention facilities is unconscionable, which is why the Dem-led House passed legislation today to ensure that those held in U.S. custody are not denied their basic human rights. https://bit.ly/32LOrSB "
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Menendez Leads 22 Democratic Senators in Letter Opposing State Department Commission Set to "redefine' Human Rights
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the U.S. Education Department - Democrats To Sec. DeVos: Parents Must Know When Seclusion And Restraint Occurs
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 20, 2019
Tweet - "50 years ago, we witnessed the culmination of President Kennedy's call to muster all the might of American science & courage to push beyond a new frontier. With Armstrong's small step, every border & difference on Earth disappeared & we were one humankind. https://bit.ly/2O5JmkN "
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2019
Murphy, Blumenthal, colleagues introduce legislation to stop cruel and neglectful treatment of children at the border
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 17, 2019
Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Brunei for Barbaric Laws
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 17, 2019
Blumenauer, Harris, Lofgren, Griffith, Dingell, Bishop Introduce Medical Marijuana Research Act of 2019
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
July 16, 2019
Condemning President Trump's Racist Comments Directed At Members of Congress
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019
Hoyer Statement On President's Effort to Deny Migrants Asylum Protections
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 15, 2019
Rep. Harris Statement on H.R. 1327
Rep. Andy Harris
July 11, 2019
Menendez, Booker, Senate Democrats Introduce Legislation to Stop Cruel and Neglectful Treatment of Children at Border
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 11, 2019
House Includes Access to Contraception for Servicemembers and Dependents Bill in Fy20 Ndaa
Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 11, 2019
House Passes Bipartisan Amendment Seeking Accountability for Assassination of Jamal Khashoggi
Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 11, 2019
Letter to For-Profit Immigration Detention Center Contractors - Oversight Committee Investigates For-Profit Immigrant Detention Center Contractors
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 10, 2019
Letter to Matthew Albence, Acting Director of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Oversight Committee Investigates For-Profit Immigrant Detention Center Contractors
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 10, 2019
Letter to Thomas Campbell, President of DC Capital Partners, LLC - Oversight Committee Investigates For-Profit Immigrant Detention Centers Conrtactors
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 10, 2019
Letter to George Zoley, Chief Executive Officer of The GEO Group, Inc. - Oversight Committee Investigates For-Profit Immigrant Detention Centers Conrtactors
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 10, 2019
Raskin, Maloney, Houlahan, Smith Celebrate Inclusion of Paid Leave Amendment in Ndaa
Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 10, 2019
Letter to Alexander Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Oversight Committee Plans Hearing with Acosta on Plea Deal with Epstein
Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 10, 2019
Letter to Jason Torchinsky, Michael Bayes, Jessica F. Johnson - Whitehouse, Raskin Press Nra Law Firm on Possible Campaign Finance Violations
Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 10, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Mark Esper, Acting Secretary of Defense - Van Hollen, Senate Democrats to Trump: Don't Deport Military Families
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 10, 2019
Tweet - "Every American ought to be concerned by how the Administration is treating migrants at the border. We should be treating migrant children and families as we would want our own families treated. I thank @OversightDems for today's hearing to hold the Admin accountable."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 10, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Sixty-eight House Members Call for Resignation of Labor Secretary Acosta
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 9, 2019
Tweet - "As we recognize the anniversary of the ratification of the #14thAmendment, which guaranteed citizenship rights & equal protection under the law, let us continue to come together to defend against efforts to restrict these rights and work to advance equality for all Americans."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2019
Van Hollen, NOAA Designates New National Marine Sanctuary in Maryland
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
July 2, 2019
Udall: Interior Failing to Answer Questions about President's July 4th Event
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 2, 2019
Tweet - "I join in marking the 55th anniversary of the #CivilRightsAct. It is up to us to build on the legacy of the Civil Rights Act & I look forward to working with @repjohnlewis and @TheBlackCaucus to continue fighting for justice and equality. https://bit.ly/2YsNNad "
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2019
Hoyer Statement on the 55th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 1, 2019
Tweet - "I thank the @HispanicCaucus for visiting the border to witness the conditions at detention facilities. Their reports are deeply alarming. Migrants deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and Dems will continue to work to hold the Trump Admin accountable. #DemsAtTheBorder"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date
Title
Politician
Aug. 1, 2019
Cardin, Civil Rights Leadership Groups Call for Passage of the End Racial and Religious Profiling Act, Legislation to End Profiling By Law Enforcement Nationwide
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2019
Letter to Matthew Albence, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Rep. Raskin Calls on Ice to Protect Rights of Transgender Asylum Seekers
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 31, 2019
Letter to Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth Cuccinelli, Acting Director of Citizenship and Immigration Services - Velázquez, Van-Hollen Want Answers on TPS Immigration Program
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 31, 2019
Senator Hirono Reintroduces Legislation to Protect Native Plant Species
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 31, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Reps. Pressley, Torres, Lawmakers Urge Acting DHS Secretary McAleenan to Immediately Rescind "Safe Third County" Agreement with Guatemala
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 30, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Shaheen, Hassan Join Colleagues in Renewed Call for FCC to Protect Community Television Channels
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 30, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Rep. Raskin Seeks Full Explanation of DHS Policy of Family Separations Based on "communicable Diseases"
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 30, 2019
Tweet - "#OTD LBJ signed #Medicare & #Medicaid into law, expanding access to health care for millions of seniors, those w disabilities, & the vulnerable. Dems are committed to honoring the legacy of these programs & ensuring they are strong for current beneficiaries & future generations."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2019
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, United States Attorney General - Representatives Jesús "Chuy" García, Barbara Lee Call on DOJ to Explain Elimination of In-Court Interpreters for Immigrants
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 29, 2019
Letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin McAleenan - With Temporary Protected Status For Nearly 7,000 Syrians Living In U.S. Set To Expire Without Action This Week, Gillibrand, Kaine Lead Senate Colleagues To Call On Trump Administration To Extend And Redesignate TPS
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 28, 2019
CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin
Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 26, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Democrats Call for Reversal of Trump Administration's Gag Rule
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 26, 2019
Hoyer Statement on the 29th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2019
Reps. Raskin & Meadows Call for Release of Religious Prisoners of Conscience Around the World and an End to Global Religious Persecution
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 25, 2019
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Venezuela TPS Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2019
Tweet - "House Dems passed the #Venezuela TPS Act under a rule today, after Republicans blocked it last night. We will not abandon Venezuelans who have been forced to flee because they have stood up for freedom & democracy."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2019
Tweet - "Pleased the House voted to #PassthePASTAct w strong bipartisan support today. This legislation will close loopholes that enable the cruel practice of "soring" horses. I thank @RepSchrader for being a champion of animal welfare issues and building on the legacy of Senator Tydings."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Rep. Chip Roy And 33 House Members Demand Pelosi Cancel August Recess To Fund ICE
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
July 24, 2019
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of Legislation Addressing Inhumane Treatment of Migrants at the Border
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2019
Booker Reintroduces Sweeping Environmental Justice Bill
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 24, 2019
Harris Statement on Fiscally Irresponsible Bill Offering Temporary Protected Status to Venezuelan Immigrants
Rep.Andy Harris
July 24, 2019
Tweet - "The humanitarian crisis created by @POTUS's policies at our border and in CBP detention facilities is unconscionable, which is why the Dem-led House passed legislation today to ensure that those held in U.S. custody are not denied their basic human rights. https://bit.ly/32LOrSB "
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Menendez Leads 22 Democratic Senators in Letter Opposing State Department Commission Set to "redefine' Human Rights
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the U.S. Education Department - Democrats To Sec. DeVos: Parents Must Know When Seclusion And Restraint Occurs
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 20, 2019
Tweet - "50 years ago, we witnessed the culmination of President Kennedy's call to muster all the might of American science & courage to push beyond a new frontier. With Armstrong's small step, every border & difference on Earth disappeared & we were one humankind. https://bit.ly/2O5JmkN "
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2019
Murphy, Blumenthal, colleagues introduce legislation to stop cruel and neglectful treatment of children at the border
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 17, 2019
Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Brunei for Barbaric Laws
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 17, 2019
Blumenauer, Harris, Lofgren, Griffith, Dingell, Bishop Introduce Medical Marijuana Research Act of 2019
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
July 16, 2019
Condemning President Trump's Racist Comments Directed At Members of Congress
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019
Hoyer Statement On President's Effort to Deny Migrants Asylum Protections
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 15, 2019
Rep. Harris Statement on H.R. 1327
Rep.Andy Harris
July 11, 2019
Menendez, Booker, Senate Democrats Introduce Legislation to Stop Cruel and Neglectful Treatment of Children at Border
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 11, 2019
House Includes Access to Contraception for Servicemembers and Dependents Bill in Fy20 Ndaa
Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 11, 2019
House Passes Bipartisan Amendment Seeking Accountability for Assassination of Jamal Khashoggi
Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 11, 2019
Letter to For-Profit Immigration Detention Center Contractors - Oversight Committee Investigates For-Profit Immigrant Detention Center Contractors
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 10, 2019
Letter to Matthew Albence, Acting Director of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Oversight Committee Investigates For-Profit Immigrant Detention Center Contractors
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 10, 2019
Letter to Thomas Campbell, President of DC Capital Partners, LLC - Oversight Committee Investigates For-Profit Immigrant Detention Centers Conrtactors
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 10, 2019
Letter to George Zoley, Chief Executive Officer of The GEO Group, Inc. - Oversight Committee Investigates For-Profit Immigrant Detention Centers Conrtactors
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 10, 2019
Raskin, Maloney, Houlahan, Smith Celebrate Inclusion of Paid Leave Amendment in Ndaa
Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 10, 2019
Letter to Alexander Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Oversight Committee Plans Hearing with Acosta on Plea Deal with Epstein
Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 10, 2019
Letter to Jason Torchinsky, Michael Bayes, Jessica F. Johnson - Whitehouse, Raskin Press Nra Law Firm on Possible Campaign Finance Violations
Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 10, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Mark Esper, Acting Secretary of Defense - Van Hollen, Senate Democrats to Trump: Don't Deport Military Families
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 10, 2019
Tweet - "Every American ought to be concerned by how the Administration is treating migrants at the border. We should be treating migrant children and families as we would want our own families treated. I thank @OversightDems for today's hearing to hold the Admin accountable."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 10, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Sixty-eight House Members Call for Resignation of Labor Secretary Acosta
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 9, 2019
Tweet - "As we recognize the anniversary of the ratification of the #14thAmendment, which guaranteed citizenship rights & equal protection under the law, let us continue to come together to defend against efforts to restrict these rights and work to advance equality for all Americans."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2019
Van Hollen, NOAA Designates New National Marine Sanctuary in Maryland
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
July 2, 2019
Udall: Interior Failing to Answer Questions about President's July 4th Event
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 2, 2019
Tweet - "I join in marking the 55th anniversary of the #CivilRightsAct. It is up to us to build on the legacy of the Civil Rights Act & I look forward to working with @repjohnlewis and @TheBlackCaucus to continue fighting for justice and equality. https://bit.ly/2YsNNad "
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2019
Hoyer Statement on the 55th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 1, 2019
Tweet - "I thank the @HispanicCaucus for visiting the border to witness the conditions at detention facilities. Their reports are deeply alarming. Migrants deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and Dems will continue to work to hold the Trump Admin accountable. #DemsAtTheBorder"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
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