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March 26, 2019 Tweet - "I opened my weekly press conference by discussing priorities on the Floor this week. Today, the House will vote to override @POTUS' veto of a resolution to reject his #FakeEmergency. Any Member who cares about our system of checks & balances will vote to override the veto." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "There was a deeply moving #MarchForOurLives demonstration outside the Capitol today, one year after students marched across the country to demand action to #EndGunViolence. House Dems passed #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, & I urge the Senate to take it up & pass it." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "Last week I sent a letter to @POTUS asking that he take immediate action to prevent thousands of Liberian refugees who have contributed greatly to #MD05 from being deported. I join with @CASAforall in calling for an extension for these individuals. https://bit.ly/2UO7U0A " Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "Congress & the American people deserve to know what the #MuellerReport has uncovered, including information about Russia's efforts to undermine our democracy, allegations of @POTUS obstructing justice, & any other potential criminal conduct." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "I sent a letter with my colleagues to @POTUS to urge him to prevent the deportation of thousands of Liberians by extending their Deferred Enforcement Departure status before March 31. Read our letter here: https://bit.ly/2UO7U0A " Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "3 months into the Congress, Dems have passed legislation to clean up corruption in Washington & prevent gun violence. We're moving forward w additional bills to lower health care costs, raise wages, rebuild infrastructure & more. Take a look: http://bit.ly/2HI9eOM #ForthePeople" Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Letter to President Trump - Hoyer, Engel, Bass, House and Senate Democrats Call on President Trump to Allow Liberian Refugees to Remain in the United States Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
March 22, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anniversary of the Shooting at Great Mills High School Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 21, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin Announce Over $17 million in Funding to Fight Opioid Epidemic Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 21, 2019 Tweet - "On Thursday, 3/28, the House will vote on @LGBTEqCaucus' Trans Equality Task Force Chair @RepJoeKennedy's resolution to reject @POTUS' ban on transgender Americans serving in the military & urge @DeptofDefense to not reinstate it. #ProtectTransTroops" Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 21, 2019 Hoyer Announces Vote on Kennedy Resolution Rejecting President Trump's Ban on Transgender Americans Serving in the Military Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 20, 2019 Tweet - "On the one-year anniversary of the tragic shooting at Great Mills High School, I join in remembering Jaelynn Willey. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with Jaelynn's family, friends and classmates. #GreatMillsStrong https://bit.ly/2FiPGhm " Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 15, 2019 Tweet - "The attack on the mosques in #Christchurch was an attack against all humanity. My thoughts are w the victims & their families. I pray this act of terror will instead achieve the opposite of its goal and become an opportunity for all people to draw closer." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 15, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Deadly Shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 13, 2019 Letter to Doug McMillon, Walmart, CEO - Support Workers with Disabilities Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, HHS - Revoke Waiver Allowing South Carolina Child Welfare Agencies to Discriminate Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 13, 2019 Hoyer Statement on House Introduction of H.R. 5, the Equality Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 13, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems introduced the #EqualityAct today to ensure #LGBT Americans are protected under civil rights laws. I thank @RepCicilline & the @LGBTEqCaucus for their leadership on this issue & look forward to bringing #HR5 to the Floor for a vote. http://bit.ly/2TOqQiz " Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 13, 2019 RaskinCo-Sponsors the Equality Act of 2019 Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 13, 2019 Tweet - "I thank my colleagues on @EnergyCommerce Subcommittee on Health for holding an overdue hearing on seven bills from House Dems to lower the cost of prescription drugs. House Dems are keeping our promise to address the high cost of prescription drugs. #ForThePeople" Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett Statement on The Passage Of HR 1 The for The People Act Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
March 12, 2019 Speaker Pelosi, Reps. Roybal-Allard, Velázquez, and Clarke Introduce Dream and Promise Act to Protect Dreamers and Recipients of TPS and DED Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
March 12, 2019 Hoyer Remarks at Press Event with House Democrats to Introduce H.R. 6, the Dream and Promise Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "I opened my presser today by discussing #SunshineWeek. After passing #HR1, which restores our democracy, House Dems are taking up bills to increase govt transparency, including a resolution expressing a sense of Congress that the Mueller report should be made public." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to co-sponsor the Dream & Promise Act to provide #Dreamers & those with #TPS & #DED with a path to citizenship. I pledge to bring #HR6 to the Floor to #ProtectTheDream & ensure these individuals can continue to contribute to the country they love. http://bit.ly/2TvA1oO " Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "I applaud @HouseJudiciary for holding a hearing this morning on the pressing need to restore and protect the #VRA. We have an obligation to prevent states and counties from weakening the voting rights of eligible Americans, and the House is moving forward to #RestoreTheVote." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 A Look at H.R.6, the Dream and Promise Act of 2019 Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 11, 2019 Hoyer: Trump Budget Reflects Administration's Separation from Reality Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 8, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 8, 2019 Letter to Michael Pompeo, Kiestjen Nielsen, Christopher Wray, Patrick Shanahan - Blumenauer, Kinzinger Lead a Letter to Federal Agencies Expressing Concern Over Slow Processing of Special Immigrant Visas Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
March 8, 2019 Letter to Secretary Pompeo - Senators Call to Uphold the Rights of Women and Girls at Upcoming Un Commission on the Status of Women Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2019 Legislative Program Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - Enzi, Barrasso sign letter urging administration to increase the number of H-2B workers Rep. Andy Harris, ...
March 7, 2019 Rep. Raskin Statement on Bipartisan passage of Resolution Condemning Anti-Semitism Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 7, 2019 Tweet - "Today, I will vote for a resolution condemning anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry, including Islamophobia and white nationalism. We must reject centuries-old tropes of dual loyalty based on race, faith, or origin and recognize that we are all each other's fellow Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee - Menendez, Booker, Colleagues Urge Graham to Hold Hearings on Gun Violence Prevention Legislation Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "This morning, I opened my weekly press conference by telling reporters the House will begin consideration of #HR1, the #ForThePeople Act, on the Floor today. House Dems are following through on our promise that we will take action to return government to the people it serves." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "#DREAMers & #TPS holders contribute significantly to our nation, and I was proud to meet with some of them today. Once #HR6, the Dream & Promise Act, is introduced and considered by committee, I look forward to bringing it to the Floor for a vote. #ProtectDREAMers #TPSJustice" Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Women's History Month Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 Tweet - "Next week, House Democrats will be one step closer to restoring Americans' faith in government by passing #HR1, the #ForThePeople Act. @RulesDemocrats will meet on Tuesday to advance this bill, and I look forward to bringing it to the Floor later in the week." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 House Passes Resolution to Terminate President Trump's National Emergency, Takes Action to Prevent Gun Violence Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 Letter to President Donald Trump - Members Call for Action to Prevent Deportation of Liberian Residents Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "After years of inaction by @HouseGOP, I'm proud to join my colleagues today to vote for the #HR1112, long-overdue legislation to close the #CharlestonLoophole & address gun violence. Building on the passage of #HR8, House Dems will honor the lives of the #Charleston9 with action." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "I thank @RepRoybalAllard, @NydiaVelazquez, and @RepYvetteClarke for their work to introduce #HR6, the Dream and Promise Act to protect #DREAMers and those with #TPS and #DED. I look forward to bringing this bill to the Floor following introduction and committee consideration." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today was a good day for America. House Democrats passed #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, which will help end the epidemic of #gunviolence in our country. I urge the Senate to take up and pass this legislation without delay. #NeverAgain" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "I had the opportunity to meet Yeimi during our #DemsAtTheBorder trip, and we heard her heartbreaking story. The Trump Admin's family separation policy is shameful and must end. I thank @AILANational and volunteers for their tireless efforts to #ReuniteEveryChild." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House will take historic action to prevent gun violence by passing H.R. 8, requiring background checks on all firearm sales. When I vote for this bill, I will be thinking of the thousands of Marylanders we've tragically lost to gun violence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats are taking action today--not another moment of silence, but action to #EndGunViolence. Many districts have been painfully affected by gun violence, including #MD05. Let us pass #HR8. Let the Senate pass it & @POTUS sign it. Let's make an effort to stop the carnage." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Reps. Jamie Raskin and Debbie Wasserman Schultz Rep. Jamie Raskin
Date Title Politician
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "I opened my weekly press conference by discussing priorities on the Floor this week. Today, the House will vote to override @POTUS' veto of a resolution to reject his #FakeEmergency. Any Member who cares about our system of checks & balances will vote to override the veto." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "There was a deeply moving #MarchForOurLives demonstration outside the Capitol today, one year after students marched across the country to demand action to #EndGunViolence. House Dems passed #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, & I urge the Senate to take it up & pass it." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "Last week I sent a letter to @POTUS asking that he take immediate action to prevent thousands of Liberian refugees who have contributed greatly to #MD05 from being deported. I join with @CASAforall in calling for an extension for these individuals. https://bit.ly/2UO7U0A " Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "Congress & the American people deserve to know what the #MuellerReport has uncovered, including information about Russia's efforts to undermine our democracy, allegations of @POTUS obstructing justice, & any other potential criminal conduct." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "I sent a letter with my colleagues to @POTUS to urge him to prevent the deportation of thousands of Liberians by extending their Deferred Enforcement Departure status before March 31. Read our letter here: https://bit.ly/2UO7U0A " Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "3 months into the Congress, Dems have passed legislation to clean up corruption in Washington & prevent gun violence. We're moving forward w additional bills to lower health care costs, raise wages, rebuild infrastructure & more. Take a look: http://bit.ly/2HI9eOM #ForthePeople" Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Letter to President Trump - Hoyer, Engel, Bass, House and Senate Democrats Call on President Trump to Allow Liberian Refugees to Remain in the United States Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
March 22, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anniversary of the Shooting at Great Mills High School Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 21, 2019 Van Hollen, Cardin Announce Over $17 million in Funding to Fight Opioid Epidemic Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 21, 2019 Tweet - "On Thursday, 3/28, the House will vote on @LGBTEqCaucus' Trans Equality Task Force Chair @RepJoeKennedy's resolution to reject @POTUS' ban on transgender Americans serving in the military & urge @DeptofDefense to not reinstate it. #ProtectTransTroops" Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 21, 2019 Hoyer Announces Vote on Kennedy Resolution Rejecting President Trump's Ban on Transgender Americans Serving in the Military Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 20, 2019 Tweet - "On the one-year anniversary of the tragic shooting at Great Mills High School, I join in remembering Jaelynn Willey. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with Jaelynn's family, friends and classmates. #GreatMillsStrong https://bit.ly/2FiPGhm " Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 15, 2019 Tweet - "The attack on the mosques in #Christchurch was an attack against all humanity. My thoughts are w the victims & their families. I pray this act of terror will instead achieve the opposite of its goal and become an opportunity for all people to draw closer." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 15, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Deadly Shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 13, 2019 Letter to Doug McMillon, Walmart, CEO - Support Workers with Disabilities Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, HHS - Revoke Waiver Allowing South Carolina Child Welfare Agencies to Discriminate Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 13, 2019 Hoyer Statement on House Introduction of H.R. 5, the Equality Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 13, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems introduced the #EqualityAct today to ensure #LGBT Americans are protected under civil rights laws. I thank @RepCicilline & the @LGBTEqCaucus for their leadership on this issue & look forward to bringing #HR5 to the Floor for a vote. http://bit.ly/2TOqQiz " Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 13, 2019 RaskinCo-Sponsors the Equality Act of 2019 Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 13, 2019 Tweet - "I thank my colleagues on @EnergyCommerce Subcommittee on Health for holding an overdue hearing on seven bills from House Dems to lower the cost of prescription drugs. House Dems are keeping our promise to address the high cost of prescription drugs. #ForThePeople" Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett Statement on The Passage Of HR 1 The for The People Act Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
March 12, 2019 Speaker Pelosi, Reps. Roybal-Allard, Velázquez, and Clarke Introduce Dream and Promise Act to Protect Dreamers and Recipients of TPS and DED Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
March 12, 2019 Hoyer Remarks at Press Event with House Democrats to Introduce H.R. 6, the Dream and Promise Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "I opened my presser today by discussing #SunshineWeek. After passing #HR1, which restores our democracy, House Dems are taking up bills to increase govt transparency, including a resolution expressing a sense of Congress that the Mueller report should be made public." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to co-sponsor the Dream & Promise Act to provide #Dreamers & those with #TPS & #DED with a path to citizenship. I pledge to bring #HR6 to the Floor to #ProtectTheDream & ensure these individuals can continue to contribute to the country they love. http://bit.ly/2TvA1oO " Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "I applaud @HouseJudiciary for holding a hearing this morning on the pressing need to restore and protect the #VRA. We have an obligation to prevent states and counties from weakening the voting rights of eligible Americans, and the House is moving forward to #RestoreTheVote." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 A Look at H.R.6, the Dream and Promise Act of 2019 Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 11, 2019 Hoyer: Trump Budget Reflects Administration's Separation from Reality Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 8, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 8, 2019 Letter to Michael Pompeo, Kiestjen Nielsen, Christopher Wray, Patrick Shanahan - Blumenauer, Kinzinger Lead a Letter to Federal Agencies Expressing Concern Over Slow Processing of Special Immigrant Visas Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
March 8, 2019 Letter to Secretary Pompeo - Senators Call to Uphold the Rights of Women and Girls at Upcoming Un Commission on the Status of Women Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 8, 2019 Legislative Program Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - Enzi, Barrasso sign letter urging administration to increase the number of H-2B workers Rep.Andy Harris, ...
March 7, 2019 Rep. Raskin Statement on Bipartisan passage of Resolution Condemning Anti-Semitism Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 7, 2019 Tweet - "Today, I will vote for a resolution condemning anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry, including Islamophobia and white nationalism. We must reject centuries-old tropes of dual loyalty based on race, faith, or origin and recognize that we are all each other's fellow Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee - Menendez, Booker, Colleagues Urge Graham to Hold Hearings on Gun Violence Prevention Legislation Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "This morning, I opened my weekly press conference by telling reporters the House will begin consideration of #HR1, the #ForThePeople Act, on the Floor today. House Dems are following through on our promise that we will take action to return government to the people it serves." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "#DREAMers & #TPS holders contribute significantly to our nation, and I was proud to meet with some of them today. Once #HR6, the Dream & Promise Act, is introduced and considered by committee, I look forward to bringing it to the Floor for a vote. #ProtectDREAMers #TPSJustice" Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Women's History Month Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 Tweet - "Next week, House Democrats will be one step closer to restoring Americans' faith in government by passing #HR1, the #ForThePeople Act. @RulesDemocrats will meet on Tuesday to advance this bill, and I look forward to bringing it to the Floor later in the week." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 House Passes Resolution to Terminate President Trump's National Emergency, Takes Action to Prevent Gun Violence Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 Letter to President Donald Trump - Members Call for Action to Prevent Deportation of Liberian Residents Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "After years of inaction by @HouseGOP, I'm proud to join my colleagues today to vote for the #HR1112, long-overdue legislation to close the #CharlestonLoophole & address gun violence. Building on the passage of #HR8, House Dems will honor the lives of the #Charleston9 with action." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "I thank @RepRoybalAllard, @NydiaVelazquez, and @RepYvetteClarke for their work to introduce #HR6, the Dream and Promise Act to protect #DREAMers and those with #TPS and #DED. I look forward to bringing this bill to the Floor following introduction and committee consideration." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today was a good day for America. House Democrats passed #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, which will help end the epidemic of #gunviolence in our country. I urge the Senate to take up and pass this legislation without delay. #NeverAgain" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "I had the opportunity to meet Yeimi during our #DemsAtTheBorder trip, and we heard her heartbreaking story. The Trump Admin's family separation policy is shameful and must end. I thank @AILANational and volunteers for their tireless efforts to #ReuniteEveryChild." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House will take historic action to prevent gun violence by passing H.R. 8, requiring background checks on all firearm sales. When I vote for this bill, I will be thinking of the thousands of Marylanders we've tragically lost to gun violence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats are taking action today--not another moment of silence, but action to #EndGunViolence. Many districts have been painfully affected by gun violence, including #MD05. Let us pass #HR8. Let the Senate pass it & @POTUS sign it. Let's make an effort to stop the carnage." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Reps. Jamie Raskin and Debbie Wasserman Schultz Rep.Jamie Raskin
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