| July 26, 2021
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Hoyer Statement on the 31st Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 24, 2021
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Tweet - "I join in congratulating Tom Manger on being sworn-in to lead the @CapitolPolice . I look forward to working with Chief Manger to ensure that those who serve in the USCP have the tools they need to perform their duties safely & effectively."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 24, 2021
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Tweet - "I join in congratulating Tom Manger on being sworn-in to lead the @CapitolPolice . I look forward to working with Chief Manger to ensure that those who serve in the USCP have the tools they need to perform their duties safely & effectively."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 22, 2021
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Tweet - "Proud of #MD05 constituent Erika for advocating on behalf of #DACA recipients at the White House. Erika is an aspiring medical assistant & worked as an essential worker throughout this crisis. Her #HomeIsHere, & I will fight to ensure a pathway to citizenship for #MD05 Dreamers."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 22, 2021
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Tweet - "Proud to see the House pass @RepJasonCrow's Allies Act. This bill will expand the Afghan Special Immigrant Visa program & ensure that we protect our partners who worked alongside U.S. military & diplomats in Afghanistan by getting them to safety as soon as possible. #TakeThemToo"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 21, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation - Vice Chair Strickland Leads CBC in Call for Equity in American Rail Infrastructure
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Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
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| July 21, 2021
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Tweet - "Pleased to meet with members of the TX Legislature today. I'm glad to see these legislators fighting to protect voting rights & making #GoodTrouble to combat GOP efforts to suppress the vote. Dems will continue our work to protect the right to vote nationwide."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 20, 2021
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Tweet - "During my weekly press conference, I told reporters that the House has a busy work period ahead. Bills relating to consumer protection, drinking water safety, & fulfilling our obligations to our Afghan allies are on the Floor this week & we will consider appropriations next week."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 20, 2021
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Congressman Kweisi Mfume Issues Statement on DACA Ruling
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Rep. Kweisi Mfume
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| July 20, 2021
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Letter to Husain Al-Musallam, President of Fédération Internationale De Natation - Booker Leads 14 Senators in Urging FINA to Reverse Policy Barring Swim Caps Designed for Natural Black Hair in Upcoming Tokyo Olympics
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| July 16, 2021
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Hoyer Statement on Texas District Court's DACA Ruling
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 16, 2021
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Tweet - "Thanks to the expanded #ChildTaxCredit, authorized by the #AmericanRescuePlan, working families are receiving monthly payments to help offset the cost of child care. Here's a snapshot of how this tax relief will change children's lives across the country:"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 16, 2021
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Van Hollen, Cardin, Klobuchar, Booker, Warren Reintroduce Legislation to Replace Statue of Dred Scott Author Roger Taney with Trailblazing Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| July 16, 2021
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Tweet - "Today's ruling underscores the need for Congress to enact the #DreamAct, which the House passed earlier this year. I urge the Senate GOP to stop blocking H.R. 6 & send it to @POTUS to sign without delay."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 16, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Houlahan Leads Effort to Secure Paid Family Leave for Every Working American
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| July 15, 2021
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Letter to Husain Al-Musallam, President of the Fédération Internationale de Natation - Reps. Watson Coleman and Lee Lead Letter to International Swimming Federation on Swim Caps for Natural Hair
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Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
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| July 13, 2021
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Letter to Gen. Paul Nakasone, Director of the National Security Agency - Reps Posey and Gohmert Lead Letter to NSA Director Demanding Answers about Tucker Carlson Spying Reports
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Rep. Andy Harris, ...
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| July 13, 2021
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Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Remarks on the Urgent Need to Protect the Right to Vote
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 13, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Patty Murray, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Healt, and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, and the Hon. Roy Blunt, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcomittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - Gillibrand Announces Major Push To Increase Funding For Maternal Health In The FY 2022 Bipartisan Appropriations Package
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| July 13, 2021
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Tweet - "Today, @POTUS reiterated the argument made by our Founders: that every citizen ought to have the freedom to choose our leaders at the ballot box. This value has been - and continues to be - undermined by Republican efforts to suppress the right to vote."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| July 7, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - Statement on the Pending Release of Gwen Levi, Congratulating Federal Public Defender and Advocacy Groups for Work to Get Grandmother Out of Jail
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Rep. Kweisi Mfume
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| July 6, 2021
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Raskin, Lieu, Yarmuth Introduce Federal Press Shield Legislation
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| July 2, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Christopher Coons, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs, and the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs - Rosen Leads Colleagues in Bipartisan Call to Increase Funding for the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| July 1, 2021
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Rep. Raskin's Statement on Appointment to Bipartisan 1/6 Select Committee
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| July 1, 2021
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Rep. Raskin's Statement on Appointment to Bipartisan 1/6 Select Committee
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Rep. Kweisi Mfume
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| June 30, 2021
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Tweet - "Thanks @Maddow for highlighting my important bill to #RemoveHate from the halls of government. It's never too late to do the right thing and reject symbols of hate and bigotry. I hope the Senate will take up our bill without delay."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 30, 2021
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Lee, Hoyer, Clyburn, Beatty, Bass, and Butterfield Applaud House Passage of Legislation to Remove Hate
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Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
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| June 29, 2021
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Tweet - "I'm pleased our bill to #RemoveHate passed the House with strong bipartisan support. We must continue to affirm the ideals that our country was built on: justice & equality for all. I hope the Senate takes up our legislation without delay."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Replacement of Bust of Roger Brooke Taney with Bust of Thurgood Marshall
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| June 29, 2021
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Tweet - "The Dred Scott decision was a blot on our history, and we shouldn't honor the author of this ruling. I'm glad that today the House will vote to #RemoveHate and replace his bust with one of Thurgood Marshall. Take a look at the support for this legislation:"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Tweet - "Today, the House will make clear that we reject racism in all forms by voting to #RemoveHate from the Capitol building. We can't ignore our nation's history, but we can choose who we honor in the hallowed halls of government."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Replacement of Bust of Roger Brooke Taney with Bust of Thurgood Marshall
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Tweet - "I'm pleased our bill to #RemoveHate passed the House with strong bipartisan support. We must continue to affirm the ideals that our country was built on: justice & equality for all. I hope the Senate takes up our legislation without delay."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Hoyer, Lee, Clyburn, Beatty, Bass, and Butterfield Applaud House Passage of Legislation to Remove Hate
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Tweet - "The halls of Congress ought to reflect America's ideals, not honor those who supported slavery and segregation. I'm proud to bring legislation to the Floor today to #RemoveHate from the U.S. Capitol."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Tweet - "Hate and bigotry have no place in the halls of Congress. H.R. 3005 will remove symbols of sedition, slavery, and segregation from the U.S. Capitol. It's never too late to do the right thing. I am proud to vote to #RemoveHate from the People's House today."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Tweet - "At my weekly press conference earlier today, I told reporters that the House will take up legislation today to remove the bust of Roger Taney, & reaffirm that hate has no place in the halls of Congress. Symbols of slavery, sedition, & segregation are not worthy of being honored."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Tweet - "Our Capitol is a sacred space for democracy. But for too long, we've put in places of honor supporters of slavery & discrimination against our fellow Americans. Today the House is taking action to confront our history & #RemoveHate from the halls of gov't."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 29, 2021
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Tweet - "I was proud to join my colleagues in voting to #RemoveHate from the Capitol today. Today's vote was a vote to uphold the principles of equality and justice that our nation was founded on. Hate, racism, & bigotry have no place here."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 28, 2021
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Tweet - "Proud to support @RepJasonCrow's bipartisan bill to help streamline special immigrant visa applications for Afghans who risked their lives to assist U.S. & coalition forces. This bill is an important first step, & I look forward to voting for it tomorrow."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 28, 2021
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Hoyer Statement on the HOPE for Afghan SIVs Act
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 25, 2021
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Tweet - "The voter-suppression law enacted in Georgia earlier this year has one purpose: to prevent minorities from being able to access the ballot & exercise their right to vote. I applaud the DOJ for taking this step today to challenge Georgia's law in court."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 25, 2021
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Hoyer Statement on the Justice Department's Lawsuit Against Georgia's Voter-Suppression Law
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 25, 2021
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Wyden, Merkley Unveil Key Legislation to Make Historic Investment in Care Economy
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 24, 2021
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Jones, Raskin, Blumenthal, Booker, Wyden Introduce Landmark Legislation to Modernize Federal Civil Rights Law
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 24, 2021
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Merkley Applauds Committee Passage Of Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 24, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Bennet Joins Colleagues in Calling for Investments in Natural Infrastructure Restoration, Resilience in American Jobs Plan
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 24, 2021
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Tweet - "Pleased to see that @POTUS & a bipartisan group of Senators announced an agreement today on an infrastructure package that will continue to grow our economy & create new jobs while repairing our infrastructure & building the America of the future."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 22, 2021
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Hoyer Statement On Senate Republicans' Vote to Block Consideration of S.1, the For the People Act
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 22, 2021
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Tweet - "As the Senate votes on whether to consider the #ForThePeople Act, GOP officials in 48 states are advancing nearly 400 bills that would make it harder for Americans to vote. Read more on what's at stake & why Congress must act to protect voting rights:"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 22, 2021
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Tweet - "I am deeply disappointed that Senate Republicans blocked the #ForThePeople Act from advancing, even with united Democratic support. They have now made it clear that they oppose any effort to protect Americans' right to vote & secure our democracy."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 22, 2021
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Tweet - "In my weekly press conference, I told the press the #ChildTaxCreditAwarenessDay helped inform working families that direct payments, enacted through the #AmericanRescuePlan, will begin on July 15. These payments will help set children up for success and fuel our economy."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 17, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader of the Senate - Senator Baldwin Urges House and Senate Leadership to Prioritize Maternal Health in Next Recovery Package
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 17, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader - Horsford, Swalwell Lead Bicameral Group Calling On Congressional Leadership To Include Support For Working Fathers In Infrastructure And Jobs Legislation
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 16, 2021
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On 9th Anniversary of DACA, Van Hollen, Cortez Masto, Colleagues Call to Fix DACA Program, Address Delays
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| June 16, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Jeanne Shaheen, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies, and the Hon. Jerry Moran, Ranking Member of the Senate Subcommittee on Justice, Science, and Related Agencies - Sen. Marshall Calls for Increased Funding for Kansas Law Enforcement
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 16, 2021
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Juneteenth National Independence Day Act
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Rep. Kweisi Mfume
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| June 16, 2021
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House Passes Norton, Van Hollen, Capito and Davis Bill, National Children's Museum Act
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 15, 2021
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Tweet - "During my weekly press conference, I told reporters the House will consider legislation addressing key priorities for economic growth & access to opportunities during the June work period, including bills on infrastructure, corporate responsibility, & protecting older workers."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 15, 2021
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Tweet - "9 years ago today, #DACA was announced, allowing #DREAMers to stay in the U.S. & continue to contribute to our communities & economy. The House has passed the #DREAMAct twice, which would establish a permanent path to citizenship for #DREAMers. I urge the Senate to act. #DACADay"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 15, 2021
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Raskin Praises Release of President Biden's National Strategy for Countering Domestic Terrorism
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
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| June 14, 2021
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Levin, Chu Reintroduce Legislation Giving Same-Sex Couples Fair Treatment Under Tax Law
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| June 12, 2021
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Tweet - "I join in marking 5 yrs since the horrific mass shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando that killed 49 people. I'm glad the Senate joined the House in passing a bill to mark Pulse as a national memorial & look forward to seeing @POTUS sign it into law."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 10, 2021
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VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN BACK BILL TO REQUIRE EQUAL PAY FOR U.S. SOCCER TEAMS
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| June 4, 2021
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Hoyer Statement on the May Jobs Report
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 4, 2021
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Tweet - "Today's #JobsReport shows the positive impact of the #AmericanRescuePlan in our recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. To continue job gains & support economic growth for American families, Congress must pass the #AmericanJobsPlan & #AmericanFamiliesPlan."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 4, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Kamala D. Harris, Vice President of the U.S. - As VP Travels To Mexico And Central America, Leading Senate Democrats Boost Diplomatic Efforts To Address Causes Of Irregular Migration, Foster Stability In Central America
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| June 1, 2021
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Tweet - "GOP efforts to make it harder for Texans to vote reaffirms the immediate need for the Senate to pass legislation to protect voting rights in our nation, including the #ForThePeopleAct & the John Lewis Voting Rights Act. I join in thanking Texas Dems for getting into good trouble."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| June 1, 2021
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Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Meng Helps Lead Bipartisan Letter Asking Biden To Respond To Rising Antisemitism
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Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
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| May 29, 2021
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Van Hollen, Cardin, Hirono Introduce Resolution Commemorating May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| May 27, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States, Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Cardin, Van Hollen, Velázquez Lead Colleagues in Calling on President Biden to Review Countries for Temporary Protected Status
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| May 27, 2021
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Van Hollen, Cardin, Velázquez Lead Colleagues in Calling on President Biden to Review Countries for Temporary Protected Status
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| May 26, 2021
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Tweet - "In San Jose, once again American families are grieving the horrors of gun violence and suffering the pain of a mass shooting. The loved-ones of the eight victims are in my thoughts today. The Senate must take up House-passed legislation to #EndGunViolence."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| May 26, 2021
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Senator Menendez, Congresswoman Clark Lead Colleagues In Bicameral Reintroduction Of Reproductive Rights Are Human Rights Act
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| May 25, 2021
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Menendez, Rubio, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Calling For Freedom Of The Press Around The World
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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