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May 31, 2019 Hoyer Statement on LGBT Pride Month Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 28, 2019 Tweet - "I was proud to bring the #EqualityAct to the House Floor earlier this month. No American should face discrimination based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. I join in thanking @HRC for their steadfast support & leadership in the fight to protect all LGBT Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Tweet - "In 2019, millions of #LGBT Americans still face discrimination in the U.S. That's why House Democrats are passing #HR5, the #EqualityAct, to prohibit discrimination against #LGBT Americans. I urge @HouseGOP to join us in protecting Americans from bigotry, hate, & 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 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 House Democrats Pass Legislation to Lower Health Care and Prescription Drug Costs, Ban LGBT Discrimination with Passage of Equality Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Equality Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Equality Act Rep. Jamie Raskin
May 17, 2019 Tweets - "It is shameful that 30 states across the country permit discrimination against #LGBT Americans. #HR5, the #EqualityAct, ensures LGBT individuals are protected from discrimination in all 50 states." Rep. Steny Hoyer
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 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 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 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
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
March 28, 2019 Opposing Ban on Transgender Members of Armed Forces Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 4, 2019 Tweet - "I thank my colleagues @RepMGS, @RepJoeKennedy, @RepSpeier, and 160 House Dems for taking action to #ProtectTransTroops. I join them in calling on Acting @DeptofDefense Secretary Shanahan to not implement the Trump Admin's harmful ban that undermines our national security.Steny Hoyer added," Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 22, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Today's SCOTUS Decision on Transgender Troops Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2019 Tweet - "I continue to be outraged by reports that #LGBT people in Chechnya have been detained & tortured by the government. I implore the @StateDept & the international community to condemn and take action to investigate these reports." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Margaret Weichert, Acting Director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management - Senators Murray, Cantwell Call on Trump Administration to Protect Rights of Transgender Federal Employees Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Today, on #TransDayofRememberance, we mark the tragic loss of transgender Americans over the last year. Let us honor their memory by continuing to work together to end violence against #LGBT individuals & ensure equality for all Americans. #TDoR2018" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 16, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Lawmakers See Troubling Language in Trade Deal Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Nov. 2, 2018 Letter to Alexander Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Senate Democrats to Secretary Azar: End Efforts to Redefine Sex to Exclude Transgender Persons Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 23, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration's attempts to erase the #Trans community are shameful & wrong. I will continue to work with the @LGBTEqCaucus to pass the #EqualityAct & fight against policies that discriminate against #LGBT Americans. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/21/us/politics/transgender-trump-administration-sex-definition.amp.html … #WontBeErased" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 18, 2018 Tweet - "I'm proud to have earned a 97% on the @HRC scorecard for #LGBT equality. I will continue to work with HRC and my colleagues in the @LGBTEqCaucus to combat discriminatory policies & promote equality and opportunity for all." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Today, as we celebrate the courage of #LGBT individuals on #NationalComingOutDay, let us also recommit ourselves to the fight for LGBT equality. I will continue to work with the @LGBTEqCaucus to combat discriminatory policies & advance equality." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Schneider Leads 100+ Democratic Members Urging Trump Administration to Reverse Decision to Deny Visas to Same-Sex Partners of Foreign Diplomats Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "Deeply disappointed by the Admin's decision to effectively deny U.S. visas for same-sex partners of diplomats & @UN officials. This @StateDept policy adds undue hardship on couples from countries that criminalize gay marriage & should be reversed." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Today we mark 7 years since the end of the discriminatory 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy. Today, our military is stronger, more diverse, & more reflective of our nation's values. I was proud to bring repeal of #DADT to the Floor as Majority Leader & work to ensure its passage." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Today we mark 7 years since the end of the discriminatory 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy. Today, our military is stronger, more diverse, & more reflective of our nation's values. I was proud to bring repeal of #DADT to the Floor as Majority Leader & work to ensure its passage." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 6, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - End Ban on Medically Necessary Treatments for Transgender Veterans Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 7, 2018 Letter to Attorney General Sessions and Secretary DeVos - Condemn Trump Administration For Rescinding Civil Rights Guidance Promoting Diversity In Education Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2018 Letter to Hugh Hurwitz, Acting Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons - Reverse Effort Placing Transgender Offenders at Risk for Sexual Assault Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 26, 2018 Tweet - "A year ago, @POTUS tweeted a harmful policy that makes our nation less safe by banning transgender service members. Since then, courts have been clear: this is discrimination, no matter how it's phrased. Proud to join @HRC & @LambdaLegal to #ProtectTransTroops. #TransBanTweetUp" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Drop Harmful Plan Discriminating Against Potential Foster or Adoptive Parents and Youth in Foster Care Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 24, 2018 Tweet - "I strongly oppose @HouseGOP's #AderholtAmendment that is a #LicenseToDiscriminate against #LGBT Americans by allowing taxpayer-funded agencies to discriminate against prospective foster or adoptive parents & deny loving homes to children who need them most. RT if you oppose." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 20, 2018 Letter to Sen. Mitch McConnell, Sen. Charles Schumer, Rep. Paul Ryan, and Rep. Nancy Pelosi - Drop Harmful Plan of Discriminating Against Potential Foster or Adoptive Parents and Youth in Foster Care Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 11, 2018 Hoyer Statement on House Republicans' Latest Attack on LGBT Americans Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 11, 2018 Tweet - "Once again, Republicans have chosen to use their House Majority to discriminate against #LGBT Americans. This time, their victims also include children in need of safe and loving homes. http://bit.ly/2zvu9ST" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2018 Tweet - "Together, we will continue to fight for justice, and I look forward to continuing work with my colleagues in the @LGBTEqCaucus to advance equality for all, including by passing the #EqualityAct to end discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the Five-Year Anniversary of the Supreme Court Decision Striking Down DOMA Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2018 Tweet - "As we recognize the 5-year anniversary of #SCOTUS striking down the discriminatory #DOMA, I join @HRC in calling for passage of the #EqualityAct to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity across key areas of life & help move #EqualityForward." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2018 Tweet - "5 years ago today, #SCOTUS did more than strike down #DOMA-- it struck a note of equality & inclusion. Today, let us celebrate the hard-won victories in the march for equality & draw strength from them as we seek further progress. http://bit.ly/2tGZrjo #LoveWins #EqualityForward" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jim Mattis, Secretary of Defense - End Transgender Ban in the Military Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 4, 2018 Hoyer Statement on SCOTUS Ruling on Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission Case Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 1, 2018 Hoyer Statement on LGBT Pride Month Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 1, 2018 Tweet - "I will continue working closely with my colleagues in the @LGBTEqCaucus to promote legislation, like the #Equality Act, that ends discrimination based on sexual orientation & gender identity once & for all & to defend the victories won against those who would turn the clock back." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 23, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Mick Mulvaney, Office of Management and Budget Director - ICYMI: 127 Democrats Urge OMB Director Mulvaney to Reject Discriminatory Health Care Proposal Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 22, 2018 Tweet - "Pleased to see U.S. Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of @GavinGrimmVA saying #transgender students are protected against the discriminatory guidance forcing them to use separate bathrooms." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 11, 2018 Letter to Jennifer Truman, Bureau of Justice Statistics - Nadler Demands Bureau of Justice Statistics Abandon Effort to Erase LGBT Teen Crime Victims Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 26, 2018 Letter to the Hon. James Mattis, Secretary of Defense - After All Four Military Service Chiefs Speak Out Against Trump's Military Transgender Ban, Senators Murray, Cantwell Reiterate Strong Opposition to Harmful Policy Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 27, 2018 Tweet - "26 retired generals & admirals are calling for @RealDonaldTrump to reverse his harmful #TransBan & #ProtectTransTroops. From their statement, "[the ban] deprives the military of trained and skilled service members, which harms readiness and morale."" Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 27, 2018 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - More Than 100 Democrats to Call on Department of Health and Human Services to Put Patients First and Withdraw Discriminatory Refusal of Care Rule Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
March 24, 2018 Tweet - "Our military includes many transgender Americans who have volunteered to risk their lives & we need their talents & service. @POTUS's decision to drive patriots out of the military weakens our security & is inconsistent with our values. #ProtectTransTroops" Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 23, 2018 Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Latest Transgender Military Ban Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 22, 2017 Tweet - "Today marks 7 years since President Obama signed #DADT repeal allowing #LGBT Americans to serve openly in the military. I was proud, as Majority Leader, to bring that legislation to the Floor & help end this discriminatory ban." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 1, 2017 Hoyer Statement on World AIDS Day Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2017 Tweet - "On #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance, let us pause to remember the 25 #transgender people killed this year & honor their memory by continuing to work toward equal rights & dignity for all. #TDOR #TransWeek" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 1, 2017 Hoyer Remarks at a Press Conference Announcing Amicus Brief in Landmark LGBT Equal Rights Case Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 1, 2017 Tweet - "Proud to join an amicus brief, led by @RepSeanMaloney, in support of civil rights. Businesses should be #OpenToAll." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 30, 2017 Hoyer Statement on District Court Blocking President Trump's Military Transgender Ban Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2017 Letter to the Honorable Jeff Sessions, Attorney General of US Department of Justice - Stand Against LGBTQ Discrimination Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 7, 2017 Hoyer Statement on Trump Administration's Rollback of Protections for LGBT Americans Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 29, 2017 Letter to President Trump - Urging Presidet Trump to Reconsider Ban on Transgender Americans Serving in the Armed Forces Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 29, 2017 Letter to Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Representatives Urge Trump to Reverse Transgender Military Ban Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 25, 2017 Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Discriminatory Ban on Transgender Troops Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 4, 2017 Letter to the Hon. James Mattis, Secretary of Defense and Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff - Trump's Ban on Transgender Military Servicemembers Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 28, 2017 Letter to the Hon. James Mattis, Secretary of Defense - Senators Urge Secretary Mattis not to Implement Transgender Ban Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 27, 2017 Hoyer Discusses TrumpCare, Russia Sanctions, and Trump's Transgender Ban on CNN's At This Hour Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2017 Hoyer Statement on Trump's Harmful Ban on Transgender Americans Serving in the Military Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2017 Hoyer on Trump's Transgender Military Ban: The Commander-in-Chief is "Dead, Flat Wrong" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 14, 2017 Hoyer Statement on Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2017 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President - Confront Putin on Anti-LGBT Violence in Chechnya Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 13, 2017 Hoyer: Anti-LGBT Amendment Disparages All Who Serve and Wish To Serve Under Our Flag Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2017 Hoyer Statement on the Defeat of Amendment Targeting Transgender Service Members Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 6, 2017 Letter to Ben Carson, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development - Restore Resources That Protect LGBTQ From Housing Discrimination Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Date Title Politician
May 31, 2019 Hoyer Statement on LGBT Pride Month Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 28, 2019 Tweet - "I was proud to bring the #EqualityAct to the House Floor earlier this month. No American should face discrimination based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. I join in thanking @HRC for their steadfast support & leadership in the fight to protect all LGBT Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Tweet - "In 2019, millions of #LGBT Americans still face discrimination in the U.S. That's why House Democrats are passing #HR5, the #EqualityAct, to prohibit discrimination against #LGBT Americans. I urge @HouseGOP to join us in protecting Americans from bigotry, hate, & 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 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 House Democrats Pass Legislation to Lower Health Care and Prescription Drug Costs, Ban LGBT Discrimination with Passage of Equality Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Equality Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 Equality Act Rep.Jamie Raskin
May 17, 2019 Tweets - "It is shameful that 30 states across the country permit discrimination against #LGBT Americans. #HR5, the #EqualityAct, ensures LGBT individuals are protected from discrimination in all 50 states." Rep.Steny Hoyer
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 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 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 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
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
March 28, 2019 Opposing Ban on Transgender Members of Armed Forces Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 4, 2019 Tweet - "I thank my colleagues @RepMGS, @RepJoeKennedy, @RepSpeier, and 160 House Dems for taking action to #ProtectTransTroops. I join them in calling on Acting @DeptofDefense Secretary Shanahan to not implement the Trump Admin's harmful ban that undermines our national security.Steny Hoyer added," Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 22, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Today's SCOTUS Decision on Transgender Troops Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2019 Tweet - "I continue to be outraged by reports that #LGBT people in Chechnya have been detained & tortured by the government. I implore the @StateDept & the international community to condemn and take action to investigate these reports." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Margaret Weichert, Acting Director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management - Senators Murray, Cantwell Call on Trump Administration to Protect Rights of Transgender Federal Employees Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Today, on #TransDayofRememberance, we mark the tragic loss of transgender Americans over the last year. Let us honor their memory by continuing to work together to end violence against #LGBT individuals & ensure equality for all Americans. #TDoR2018" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 16, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Lawmakers See Troubling Language in Trade Deal Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Nov. 2, 2018 Letter to Alexander Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Senate Democrats to Secretary Azar: End Efforts to Redefine Sex to Exclude Transgender Persons Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 23, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration's attempts to erase the #Trans community are shameful & wrong. I will continue to work with the @LGBTEqCaucus to pass the #EqualityAct & fight against policies that discriminate against #LGBT Americans. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/21/us/politics/transgender-trump-administration-sex-definition.amp.html … #WontBeErased" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 18, 2018 Tweet - "I'm proud to have earned a 97% on the @HRC scorecard for #LGBT equality. I will continue to work with HRC and my colleagues in the @LGBTEqCaucus to combat discriminatory policies & promote equality and opportunity for all." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Today, as we celebrate the courage of #LGBT individuals on #NationalComingOutDay, let us also recommit ourselves to the fight for LGBT equality. I will continue to work with the @LGBTEqCaucus to combat discriminatory policies & advance equality." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Schneider Leads 100+ Democratic Members Urging Trump Administration to Reverse Decision to Deny Visas to Same-Sex Partners of Foreign Diplomats Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 2, 2018 Tweet - "Deeply disappointed by the Admin's decision to effectively deny U.S. visas for same-sex partners of diplomats & @UN officials. This @StateDept policy adds undue hardship on couples from countries that criminalize gay marriage & should be reversed." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Today we mark 7 years since the end of the discriminatory 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy. Today, our military is stronger, more diverse, & more reflective of our nation's values. I was proud to bring repeal of #DADT to the Floor as Majority Leader & work to ensure its passage." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Today we mark 7 years since the end of the discriminatory 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy. Today, our military is stronger, more diverse, & more reflective of our nation's values. I was proud to bring repeal of #DADT to the Floor as Majority Leader & work to ensure its passage." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 6, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - End Ban on Medically Necessary Treatments for Transgender Veterans Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 7, 2018 Letter to Attorney General Sessions and Secretary DeVos - Condemn Trump Administration For Rescinding Civil Rights Guidance Promoting Diversity In Education Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2018 Letter to Hugh Hurwitz, Acting Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons - Reverse Effort Placing Transgender Offenders at Risk for Sexual Assault Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 26, 2018 Tweet - "A year ago, @POTUS tweeted a harmful policy that makes our nation less safe by banning transgender service members. Since then, courts have been clear: this is discrimination, no matter how it's phrased. Proud to join @HRC & @LambdaLegal to #ProtectTransTroops. #TransBanTweetUp" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 25, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Drop Harmful Plan Discriminating Against Potential Foster or Adoptive Parents and Youth in Foster Care Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 24, 2018 Tweet - "I strongly oppose @HouseGOP's #AderholtAmendment that is a #LicenseToDiscriminate against #LGBT Americans by allowing taxpayer-funded agencies to discriminate against prospective foster or adoptive parents & deny loving homes to children who need them most. RT if you oppose." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 20, 2018 Letter to Sen. Mitch McConnell, Sen. Charles Schumer, Rep. Paul Ryan, and Rep. Nancy Pelosi - Drop Harmful Plan of Discriminating Against Potential Foster or Adoptive Parents and Youth in Foster Care Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 11, 2018 Hoyer Statement on House Republicans' Latest Attack on LGBT Americans Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 11, 2018 Tweet - "Once again, Republicans have chosen to use their House Majority to discriminate against #LGBT Americans. This time, their victims also include children in need of safe and loving homes. http://bit.ly/2zvu9ST" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2018 Tweet - "Together, we will continue to fight for justice, and I look forward to continuing work with my colleagues in the @LGBTEqCaucus to advance equality for all, including by passing the #EqualityAct to end discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the Five-Year Anniversary of the Supreme Court Decision Striking Down DOMA Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2018 Tweet - "As we recognize the 5-year anniversary of #SCOTUS striking down the discriminatory #DOMA, I join @HRC in calling for passage of the #EqualityAct to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity across key areas of life & help move #EqualityForward." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2018 Tweet - "5 years ago today, #SCOTUS did more than strike down #DOMA-- it struck a note of equality & inclusion. Today, let us celebrate the hard-won victories in the march for equality & draw strength from them as we seek further progress. http://bit.ly/2tGZrjo #LoveWins #EqualityForward" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jim Mattis, Secretary of Defense - End Transgender Ban in the Military Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 4, 2018 Hoyer Statement on SCOTUS Ruling on Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission Case Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 1, 2018 Hoyer Statement on LGBT Pride Month Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 1, 2018 Tweet - "I will continue working closely with my colleagues in the @LGBTEqCaucus to promote legislation, like the #Equality Act, that ends discrimination based on sexual orientation & gender identity once & for all & to defend the victories won against those who would turn the clock back." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 23, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Mick Mulvaney, Office of Management and Budget Director - ICYMI: 127 Democrats Urge OMB Director Mulvaney to Reject Discriminatory Health Care Proposal Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 22, 2018 Tweet - "Pleased to see U.S. Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of @GavinGrimmVA saying #transgender students are protected against the discriminatory guidance forcing them to use separate bathrooms." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 11, 2018 Letter to Jennifer Truman, Bureau of Justice Statistics - Nadler Demands Bureau of Justice Statistics Abandon Effort to Erase LGBT Teen Crime Victims Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 26, 2018 Letter to the Hon. James Mattis, Secretary of Defense - After All Four Military Service Chiefs Speak Out Against Trump's Military Transgender Ban, Senators Murray, Cantwell Reiterate Strong Opposition to Harmful Policy Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 27, 2018 Tweet - "26 retired generals & admirals are calling for @RealDonaldTrump to reverse his harmful #TransBan & #ProtectTransTroops. From their statement, "[the ban] deprives the military of trained and skilled service members, which harms readiness and morale."" Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 27, 2018 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - More Than 100 Democrats to Call on Department of Health and Human Services to Put Patients First and Withdraw Discriminatory Refusal of Care Rule Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
March 24, 2018 Tweet - "Our military includes many transgender Americans who have volunteered to risk their lives & we need their talents & service. @POTUS's decision to drive patriots out of the military weakens our security & is inconsistent with our values. #ProtectTransTroops" Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 23, 2018 Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Latest Transgender Military Ban Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 22, 2017 Tweet - "Today marks 7 years since President Obama signed #DADT repeal allowing #LGBT Americans to serve openly in the military. I was proud, as Majority Leader, to bring that legislation to the Floor & help end this discriminatory ban." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 1, 2017 Hoyer Statement on World AIDS Day Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2017 Tweet - "On #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance, let us pause to remember the 25 #transgender people killed this year & honor their memory by continuing to work toward equal rights & dignity for all. #TDOR #TransWeek" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 1, 2017 Hoyer Remarks at a Press Conference Announcing Amicus Brief in Landmark LGBT Equal Rights Case Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 1, 2017 Tweet - "Proud to join an amicus brief, led by @RepSeanMaloney, in support of civil rights. Businesses should be #OpenToAll." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 30, 2017 Hoyer Statement on District Court Blocking President Trump's Military Transgender Ban Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2017 Letter to the Honorable Jeff Sessions, Attorney General of US Department of Justice - Stand Against LGBTQ Discrimination Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 7, 2017 Hoyer Statement on Trump Administration's Rollback of Protections for LGBT Americans Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 29, 2017 Letter to President Trump - Urging Presidet Trump to Reconsider Ban on Transgender Americans Serving in the Armed Forces Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 29, 2017 Letter to Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Representatives Urge Trump to Reverse Transgender Military Ban Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 25, 2017 Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Discriminatory Ban on Transgender Troops Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 4, 2017 Letter to the Hon. James Mattis, Secretary of Defense and Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff - Trump's Ban on Transgender Military Servicemembers Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 28, 2017 Letter to the Hon. James Mattis, Secretary of Defense - Senators Urge Secretary Mattis not to Implement Transgender Ban Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 27, 2017 Hoyer Discusses TrumpCare, Russia Sanctions, and Trump's Transgender Ban on CNN's At This Hour Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2017 Hoyer Statement on Trump's Harmful Ban on Transgender Americans Serving in the Military Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2017 Hoyer on Trump's Transgender Military Ban: The Commander-in-Chief is "Dead, Flat Wrong" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 14, 2017 Hoyer Statement on Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2017 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President - Confront Putin on Anti-LGBT Violence in Chechnya Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 13, 2017 Hoyer: Anti-LGBT Amendment Disparages All Who Serve and Wish To Serve Under Our Flag Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2017 Hoyer Statement on the Defeat of Amendment Targeting Transgender Service Members Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 6, 2017 Letter to Ben Carson, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development - Restore Resources That Protect LGBTQ From Housing Discrimination Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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