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July 22, 2020
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, and the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Harris, Booker, Wyden, Merkley Demand Answers from Attorney General Barr and Acting Secretary Wolf on Deployment of Anonymous Federal Agents in American Cities
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 21, 2020
Chairs Maloney and Raskin Condemn Trump Administration's Use of Federal Officers in Portland, Oregon
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 13, 2020
Maryland Delegation Announces $300,000 for University of Maryland Bee Research
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
July 9, 2020
Letter to Governor Larry Hogan - Maryland Congressional Delegation Writes to Governor Hogan Expressing Concern with His Plan for the November 3 Election
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2020
Hoyer Statement on the United States Surpassing 3 Million Confirmed Coronavirus Cases
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary of Commerce - Hirono and Colleagues to Secretary Ross: Release IG Report on "Sharpiegate"
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 6, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Announce $4.6 Million in CARES Act Funds for Affordable Housing and Community Development in Prince George's County
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 6, 2020
Tweet - "The COVID-19 crisis has left many Marylanders struggling to support their families. Prince George's County will receive $4.6 million in funding for affordable housing & economic development through the #CARESAct to help keep families in their homes."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 1, 2020
Van Hollen, Carper Announce Amendment to Strip the President's Ability to Control D.C. National Guard in Defense Bill
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 1, 2020
Van Hollen, Senate Democrats Hold Hearing on D.C. Statehood
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 30, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr., Governor of Maryland, the Hon. Nancy K. Kopp, Treasurer and the Hon. Peter Franchot, Comptroller - Van Hollen, Cardin Urge Maryland Board of Public Works to Reconsider Severe Budget Cuts
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2020
Washington, D.C. Admission Act
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
June 26, 2020
Washington, D.C. Admission Act
Rep. Andy Harris
June 26, 2020
Washington, D.C. Admission Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020
Washington, D.C. Admission Act
Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 25, 2020
Tweet - "As COVID-19 cases rise, state and local governments are being forced to lay off teachers, health care personnel, public service workers, and other frontline employees. Our communities can't afford to wait. I urge the Senate to take up the #HeroesAct and #FundtheFrontLines now."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 18, 2020
Van Hollen, Carper Introduce Legislation to Strip the President's Ability to Federalize D.C. Police, Control D.C. National Guard
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 12, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $2.4 Million in Federal Support for Renters and Homeowners Affected by COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 10, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $19 Million in New Federal Emergency Public Health Funding to Support UMMS' Response to COVID-19
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 10, 2020
Tweet - ". @UMMS continues to play an important leadership role in coordinating our state's response to COVID-19. Today our Delegation announced nearly $19M in federal funding to help cover the significant costs associated with this pandemic."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 9, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Duckworth Demands GAO Immediately Reviews Safety of Rubber Bullets Being Used on Peaceful Protesters
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 5, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $35 Million in COVID-19 Relief for Marylanders Experiencing Homelessness
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
May 29, 2020
Tweet - "The House passed the #HeroesAct to provide financial relief to states, and I thank @COVIDOversight for its virtual forum today with Mayors on how these funds are urgently needed for a safe reopening."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 23, 2020
Congressional Freethought Caucus Leaders Denounce Trump's Declaration that He Has the Power to Reopen Churches
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 20, 2020
Letter to Governor Larry Hogan - Rep. Trone, Maryland Delegation Members Press State for Plans to Address COVID-19 Racial Disparities, Expand Testing
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 19, 2020
Trone, Cardin, Van Hollen Announce More than $343,000 for Cumberland Pump Station Improvements
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 18, 2020
Tweet - "I spoke with @mdhousedems today about what the Heroes Act can do for MD, including additional direct payments, hazard pay for workers, & increased funding for small businesses. I will continue to work w my colleagues in the statehouse to help Marylanders get through this crisis."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces $25 Million to Help Seniors and Individuals With Disabilities Live Independently
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 15, 2020
Tweet - "The passage of the Heroes Act tonight is an important step to address the continued economic challenges facing Marylanders by providing additional economic impact payments and extending emergency unemployment insurance."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2020
Rep. Trone, Maryland Delegation Members Announce More than $205 Million to Expand Statewide Testing Capacity
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 13, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Announce More Than $205 Million to Expand Statewide Testing Capacity
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 12, 2020
Tweet - "I started off my weekly press conference today by telling press I remain outraged by the senseless murder of Ahmaud Arbery, and we should all share outrage at this brutality based on the color of one's skin."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 11, 2020
Rep. Trone, Maryland Congressional Delegation Announce Additional $16 Million in COVID-19 Community Development Block Grant Funding
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 11, 2020
Tweet - "Our Delegation worked hard to secure funding to protect Marylanders facing homelessness & low-income individuals struggling during this public health crisis. We'll continue to work to ensure our state has the resources it needs to assist MD families."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 11, 2020
Tweet - "This #NationalPoliceWeek, I join in thanking the law enforcement officers and first responders serving our communities on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. Their selflessness and commitment to service has kept families safe during this crisis. https://bit.ly/2SVRynO"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 8, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Announce More Than $1.5 Million in Telehealth Grants for State Health Care Providers
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
May 8, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Award of Nearly $7 Million for Community Health Centers to Increase COVID-19 Testing Capacity
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
May 7, 2020
Letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Kevin McCarthy - Pingree, Golden Urge at least $3.5B in Additional Relief for Fishermen
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
May 7, 2020
Baltimore Congressional Delegation Announces $500,000 for Morgan State University Historical Preservation
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 7, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More than $17 Million in AmeriCorps Funding
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 5, 2020
Tweet - "On #TeacherAppreciationDay, I thank all teachers who are working tirelessly to educate students & adapt to distance learning during this crisis. Teachers are invaluable, & Dems are pushing for increased funding for state & local govts to ensure they can keep teachers on the job."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2020
Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Spanberger, Katko, DeFazio, & Davis Lead Bipartisan Letter Calling for Congress to Support Counties in Upcoming COVID-19 Response Packages
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 1, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Discusses Status of COVID-19 Testing with State Health and Emergency Management Leaders
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 30, 2020
Tweet - "Today our Delegation announced more than $9 million in housing relief for low-income Marylanders. This funding will help vulnerable communities at a time of severe financial hardship. We'll continue to fight for more resources to help families in MD."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2020
Tweet - "Joined my colleagues in urging POTUS to designate the National Capital Region as a federally-supported COVID-19 testing site. This designation would expand MD's testing capability & is essential to reopening the state's economy & protecting public health."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2020
Letter to President Donald Trump - Maryland Delegation Members Call for the National Capital Region to Be Designated a Federally Supported COVID-19 Testing Site
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
April 28, 2020
Tweet - "During my weekly press conference, I said that after hearing from our Members and consulting with the Speaker and the Attending Physician, the House will not reconvene next week. We will return once the CARES 2 package is ready."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Department of Treasury - Manchin Calls on Treasury to Revise Guidance for Governors to Distribute COVID-19 Emergency Relief Funds
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 24, 2020
Tweet - "The #CARESAct provided funding to help expand telehealth care. Today, the MD Delegation announced these funds will be available to help the Anne Arundel Medical Center provide quality care to patients and reach 11 medically underserved areas in Central MD."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 24, 2020
Tweet - "I join in urging @FEMA Administrator Gaynor to waive state & local cost-sharing requirements for federal firefighting assistance. Our local depts need every resource available to them to protect our communities during this crisis."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date
Title
Politician
July 22, 2020
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, and the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Harris, Booker, Wyden, Merkley Demand Answers from Attorney General Barr and Acting Secretary Wolf on Deployment of Anonymous Federal Agents in American Cities
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 21, 2020
Chairs Maloney and Raskin Condemn Trump Administration's Use of Federal Officers in Portland, Oregon
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 13, 2020
Maryland Delegation Announces $300,000 for University of Maryland Bee Research
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
July 9, 2020
Letter to Governor Larry Hogan - Maryland Congressional Delegation Writes to Governor Hogan Expressing Concern with His Plan for the November 3 Election
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2020
Hoyer Statement on the United States Surpassing 3 Million Confirmed Coronavirus Cases
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary of Commerce - Hirono and Colleagues to Secretary Ross: Release IG Report on "Sharpiegate"
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 6, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Announce $4.6 Million in CARES Act Funds for Affordable Housing and Community Development in Prince George's County
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 6, 2020
Tweet - "The COVID-19 crisis has left many Marylanders struggling to support their families. Prince George's County will receive $4.6 million in funding for affordable housing & economic development through the #CARESAct to help keep families in their homes."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 1, 2020
Van Hollen, Carper Announce Amendment to Strip the President's Ability to Control D.C. National Guard in Defense Bill
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 1, 2020
Van Hollen, Senate Democrats Hold Hearing on D.C. Statehood
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 30, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr., Governor of Maryland, the Hon. Nancy K. Kopp, Treasurer and the Hon. Peter Franchot, Comptroller - Van Hollen, Cardin Urge Maryland Board of Public Works to Reconsider Severe Budget Cuts
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2020
Washington, D.C. Admission Act
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
June 26, 2020
Washington, D.C. Admission Act
Rep.Andy Harris
June 26, 2020
Washington, D.C. Admission Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020
Washington, D.C. Admission Act
Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 25, 2020
Tweet - "As COVID-19 cases rise, state and local governments are being forced to lay off teachers, health care personnel, public service workers, and other frontline employees. Our communities can't afford to wait. I urge the Senate to take up the #HeroesAct and #FundtheFrontLines now."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 18, 2020
Van Hollen, Carper Introduce Legislation to Strip the President's Ability to Federalize D.C. Police, Control D.C. National Guard
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 12, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $2.4 Million in Federal Support for Renters and Homeowners Affected by COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 10, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $19 Million in New Federal Emergency Public Health Funding to Support UMMS' Response to COVID-19
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 10, 2020
Tweet - ". @UMMS continues to play an important leadership role in coordinating our state's response to COVID-19. Today our Delegation announced nearly $19M in federal funding to help cover the significant costs associated with this pandemic."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 9, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Duckworth Demands GAO Immediately Reviews Safety of Rubber Bullets Being Used on Peaceful Protesters
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 5, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $35 Million in COVID-19 Relief for Marylanders Experiencing Homelessness
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
May 29, 2020
Tweet - "The House passed the #HeroesAct to provide financial relief to states, and I thank @COVIDOversight for its virtual forum today with Mayors on how these funds are urgently needed for a safe reopening."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 23, 2020
Congressional Freethought Caucus Leaders Denounce Trump's Declaration that He Has the Power to Reopen Churches
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 20, 2020
Letter to Governor Larry Hogan - Rep. Trone, Maryland Delegation Members Press State for Plans to Address COVID-19 Racial Disparities, Expand Testing
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 19, 2020
Trone, Cardin, Van Hollen Announce More than $343,000 for Cumberland Pump Station Improvements
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 18, 2020
Tweet - "I spoke with @mdhousedems today about what the Heroes Act can do for MD, including additional direct payments, hazard pay for workers, & increased funding for small businesses. I will continue to work w my colleagues in the statehouse to help Marylanders get through this crisis."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces $25 Million to Help Seniors and Individuals With Disabilities Live Independently
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 15, 2020
Tweet - "The passage of the Heroes Act tonight is an important step to address the continued economic challenges facing Marylanders by providing additional economic impact payments and extending emergency unemployment insurance."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2020
Rep. Trone, Maryland Delegation Members Announce More than $205 Million to Expand Statewide Testing Capacity
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 13, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Announce More Than $205 Million to Expand Statewide Testing Capacity
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 12, 2020
Tweet - "I started off my weekly press conference today by telling press I remain outraged by the senseless murder of Ahmaud Arbery, and we should all share outrage at this brutality based on the color of one's skin."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 11, 2020
Rep. Trone, Maryland Congressional Delegation Announce Additional $16 Million in COVID-19 Community Development Block Grant Funding
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 11, 2020
Tweet - "Our Delegation worked hard to secure funding to protect Marylanders facing homelessness & low-income individuals struggling during this public health crisis. We'll continue to work to ensure our state has the resources it needs to assist MD families."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 11, 2020
Tweet - "This #NationalPoliceWeek, I join in thanking the law enforcement officers and first responders serving our communities on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. Their selflessness and commitment to service has kept families safe during this crisis. https://bit.ly/2SVRynO"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 8, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Announce More Than $1.5 Million in Telehealth Grants for State Health Care Providers
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
May 8, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Award of Nearly $7 Million for Community Health Centers to Increase COVID-19 Testing Capacity
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
May 7, 2020
Letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Kevin McCarthy - Pingree, Golden Urge at least $3.5B in Additional Relief for Fishermen
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
May 7, 2020
Baltimore Congressional Delegation Announces $500,000 for Morgan State University Historical Preservation
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 7, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More than $17 Million in AmeriCorps Funding
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 5, 2020
Tweet - "On #TeacherAppreciationDay, I thank all teachers who are working tirelessly to educate students & adapt to distance learning during this crisis. Teachers are invaluable, & Dems are pushing for increased funding for state & local govts to ensure they can keep teachers on the job."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2020
Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Spanberger, Katko, DeFazio, & Davis Lead Bipartisan Letter Calling for Congress to Support Counties in Upcoming COVID-19 Response Packages
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 1, 2020
Maryland Congressional Delegation Discusses Status of COVID-19 Testing with State Health and Emergency Management Leaders
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 30, 2020
Tweet - "Today our Delegation announced more than $9 million in housing relief for low-income Marylanders. This funding will help vulnerable communities at a time of severe financial hardship. We'll continue to fight for more resources to help families in MD."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2020
Tweet - "Joined my colleagues in urging POTUS to designate the National Capital Region as a federally-supported COVID-19 testing site. This designation would expand MD's testing capability & is essential to reopening the state's economy & protecting public health."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2020
Letter to President Donald Trump - Maryland Delegation Members Call for the National Capital Region to Be Designated a Federally Supported COVID-19 Testing Site
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
April 28, 2020
Tweet - "During my weekly press conference, I said that after hearing from our Members and consulting with the Speaker and the Attending Physician, the House will not reconvene next week. We will return once the CARES 2 package is ready."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 28, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Department of Treasury - Manchin Calls on Treasury to Revise Guidance for Governors to Distribute COVID-19 Emergency Relief Funds
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 24, 2020
Tweet - "The #CARESAct provided funding to help expand telehealth care. Today, the MD Delegation announced these funds will be available to help the Anne Arundel Medical Center provide quality care to patients and reach 11 medically underserved areas in Central MD."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 24, 2020
Tweet - "I join in urging @FEMA Administrator Gaynor to waive state & local cost-sharing requirements for federal firefighting assistance. Our local depts need every resource available to them to protect our communities during this crisis."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
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