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Sept. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Americans around the country are still experiencing voting discrimination and obstacles at the ballot box. This must end, and I thank @HouseJudiciary for addressing this issue at today's hearing. House Dems are working to protect every American's right to vote." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 2, 2019 Tweet - "On #LaborDay, we recognize the hard-won victories of the worker's rights movement and the contributions of working men and women across the country and throughout our history who have built our economy and a strong middle class. https://bit.ly/2lWHlKl " Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 2, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Labor Day Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 26, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Women's Equality Day Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "On #WomensEqualityDay we celebrate the courage of suffragettes & all those who worked to secure women's right to vote. Nearly a century later, I am proud to serve in the most diverse Congress in history & continue to work advance women's rights & equality. https://bit.ly/30DnXBs " Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - ".@POTUS ought to be broadly and strongly condemned for suggesting that American Jews or any group could be considered disloyal to our country if they do not vote for Republicans or for this president." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Thanks to the courage and tireless efforts of women across the country, the 19th amendment was ratified 99 years ago today. As we commemorate this anniversary, we continue the fight for full equality and for equal access to the ballot box for all Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 16, 2019 Raskin Voices Concern About Racial Profiling of Chinese Americans Rep. Jamie Raskin
Aug. 14, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Slam Trump Administration Proposal To Weaken Protections Against Discrimination In Health Care Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "#OTD in 1965 the #VRA was signed into law, but it's critical protections were undermined by #SCOTUS in 2013. Democrats are working to #restoretheVRA and will continue to fight to ensure no American faces barriers at the ballot box." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 1, 2019 Cardin, Civil Rights Leadership Groups Call for Passage of the End Racial and Religious Profiling Act, Legislation to End Profiling By Law Enforcement Nationwide Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 25, 2019 Reps. Raskin & Meadows Call for Release of Religious Prisoners of Conscience Around the World and an End to Global Religious Persecution Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 24, 2019 Booker Reintroduces Sweeping Environmental Justice Bill Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the U.S. Education Department - Democrats To Sec. DeVos: Parents Must Know When Seclusion And Restraint Occurs Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Menendez Leads 22 Democratic Senators in Letter Opposing State Department Commission Set to "redefine' Human Rights Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 17, 2019 Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Brunei for Barbaric Laws Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 16, 2019 Condemning President Trump's Racist Comments Directed At Members of Congress Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 9, 2019 Tweet - "As we recognize the anniversary of the ratification of the #14thAmendment, which guaranteed citizenship rights & equal protection under the law, let us continue to come together to defend against efforts to restrict these rights and work to advance equality for all Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2019 Tweet - "I join in marking the 55th anniversary of the #CivilRightsAct. It is up to us to build on the legacy of the Civil Rights Act & I look forward to working with @repjohnlewis and @TheBlackCaucus to continue fighting for justice and equality. https://bit.ly/2YsNNad " Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the 55th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 28, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 28, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Capital Gazette Shooting Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 27, 2019 Cortez Masto, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Stop Trump Administration Proposal to End Protections for Homeless Transgender People Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 25, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @HouseJudiciary is shedding a light on how the #ShelbyVHolder decision has undermined access to the ballot box. House Democrats will continue to work to restore the #VRA and ensure every American can exercise their most fundamental right: the right to vote." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the sixth anniversary of the #ShelbyVHolder #SCOTUS decision that rolled back critical protections in the #VotingRightsAct & has undermined Americans' access to the ballot box." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "Our nation is so proud of USWNT, and we're all cheering them on today. I also stand with them in their fight for EqualPay. It is unacceptable that women are paid less than men for the same work, and we must continue to work to close the pay gap now." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "I strongly oppose the Trump Administration's proposed rule that would allow discrimination in health care and undermine the ability of LGBT Americans and others to get the health care they need. I urge the Administration to abandon this proposal and #PutPatientsFirst." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 19, 2019 Booker Urges Support for Reparations Legislation During House Judiciary Hearing Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 14, 2019 Booker Reparations Bill Reaches 12 Senate Cosponsors Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 13, 2019 Letter to Hon. Benjamin S. Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Cortez Masto, Senators Demand Hud Continue to Protect Housing Rights for Transgender Individuals Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 12, 2019 Menendez, Booker, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 11, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Amicus Brief in DC Voting Rights Case Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 11, 2019 Tweet - "As a strong and longtime supporter of voting rights for DC residents, I am glad the Democratic-led House joined an amicus brief yesterday in support of DC residents seeking recognition of their fundamental right to Congressional representation." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 6, 2019 Letter to Secretary Pompeo, Secretary of State - Brooks, Frankel Urge Pompeo to Include Afghan Women in Peace Talks Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 5, 2019 Tweet - "DC residents have no stronger champion than @EleanorNorton. I have long joined her in advocating for voting rights for District residents & I'm so proud to cosponsor her statehood bill. I look forward to bringing it to the House Floor for a vote." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 31, 2019 The Washington Post - I Was Hesitant About D.C. Statehood. Now I Believe It's The Only Path Forward. 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 21, 2019 Tweet - "On the 100th anniversary of the House passage of the 19th amendment, we celebrate the progress made -- including the most diverse Congress in the history of our country, w over 100 women serving -- & recommit to ensuring equal opportunity & protecting voting rights. #WomensVote100" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 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. 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 - "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 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 17, 2019 Hoyer Welcomes Marylanders to the U.S. Capitol Ahead of Vote on H.R. 5, the Equality Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2019 Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference, I told reporters that House Dems will continue to focus on health care this week. Tmrw, we will vote on a package of 7 bills to protect & expand affordable health care and lower prescription drug costs. I urge @HouseGOP to support this bill." 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 5, 2019 Hoyer: It Is Shameful That Republicans In Florida Have Passed Legislation That Effectively Institutes A Poll Tax Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
Sept. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Americans around the country are still experiencing voting discrimination and obstacles at the ballot box. This must end, and I thank @HouseJudiciary for addressing this issue at today's hearing. House Dems are working to protect every American's right to vote." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 2, 2019 Tweet - "On #LaborDay, we recognize the hard-won victories of the worker's rights movement and the contributions of working men and women across the country and throughout our history who have built our economy and a strong middle class. https://bit.ly/2lWHlKl " Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 2, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Labor Day Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 26, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Women's Equality Day Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "On #WomensEqualityDay we celebrate the courage of suffragettes & all those who worked to secure women's right to vote. Nearly a century later, I am proud to serve in the most diverse Congress in history & continue to work advance women's rights & equality. https://bit.ly/30DnXBs " Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - ".@POTUS ought to be broadly and strongly condemned for suggesting that American Jews or any group could be considered disloyal to our country if they do not vote for Republicans or for this president." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Thanks to the courage and tireless efforts of women across the country, the 19th amendment was ratified 99 years ago today. As we commemorate this anniversary, we continue the fight for full equality and for equal access to the ballot box for all Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 16, 2019 Raskin Voices Concern About Racial Profiling of Chinese Americans Rep.Jamie Raskin
Aug. 14, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Slam Trump Administration Proposal To Weaken Protections Against Discrimination In Health Care Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "#OTD in 1965 the #VRA was signed into law, but it's critical protections were undermined by #SCOTUS in 2013. Democrats are working to #restoretheVRA and will continue to fight to ensure no American faces barriers at the ballot box." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 1, 2019 Cardin, Civil Rights Leadership Groups Call for Passage of the End Racial and Religious Profiling Act, Legislation to End Profiling By Law Enforcement Nationwide Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 25, 2019 Reps. Raskin & Meadows Call for Release of Religious Prisoners of Conscience Around the World and an End to Global Religious Persecution Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 24, 2019 Booker Reintroduces Sweeping Environmental Justice Bill Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the U.S. Education Department - Democrats To Sec. DeVos: Parents Must Know When Seclusion And Restraint Occurs Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Menendez Leads 22 Democratic Senators in Letter Opposing State Department Commission Set to "redefine' Human Rights Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 17, 2019 Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Brunei for Barbaric Laws Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 16, 2019 Condemning President Trump's Racist Comments Directed At Members of Congress Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 9, 2019 Tweet - "As we recognize the anniversary of the ratification of the #14thAmendment, which guaranteed citizenship rights & equal protection under the law, let us continue to come together to defend against efforts to restrict these rights and work to advance equality for all Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2019 Tweet - "I join in marking the 55th anniversary of the #CivilRightsAct. It is up to us to build on the legacy of the Civil Rights Act & I look forward to working with @repjohnlewis and @TheBlackCaucus to continue fighting for justice and equality. https://bit.ly/2YsNNad " Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 2, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the 55th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 28, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 28, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Capital Gazette Shooting Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 27, 2019 Cortez Masto, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Stop Trump Administration Proposal to End Protections for Homeless Transgender People Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 25, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @HouseJudiciary is shedding a light on how the #ShelbyVHolder decision has undermined access to the ballot box. House Democrats will continue to work to restore the #VRA and ensure every American can exercise their most fundamental right: the right to vote." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 25, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the sixth anniversary of the #ShelbyVHolder #SCOTUS decision that rolled back critical protections in the #VotingRightsAct & has undermined Americans' access to the ballot box." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "Our nation is so proud of USWNT, and we're all cheering them on today. I also stand with them in their fight for EqualPay. It is unacceptable that women are paid less than men for the same work, and we must continue to work to close the pay gap now." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "I strongly oppose the Trump Administration's proposed rule that would allow discrimination in health care and undermine the ability of LGBT Americans and others to get the health care they need. I urge the Administration to abandon this proposal and #PutPatientsFirst." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 19, 2019 Booker Urges Support for Reparations Legislation During House Judiciary Hearing Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 14, 2019 Booker Reparations Bill Reaches 12 Senate Cosponsors Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 13, 2019 Letter to Hon. Benjamin S. Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Cortez Masto, Senators Demand Hud Continue to Protect Housing Rights for Transgender Individuals Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 12, 2019 Menendez, Booker, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 11, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Amicus Brief in DC Voting Rights Case Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 11, 2019 Tweet - "As a strong and longtime supporter of voting rights for DC residents, I am glad the Democratic-led House joined an amicus brief yesterday in support of DC residents seeking recognition of their fundamental right to Congressional representation." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 6, 2019 Letter to Secretary Pompeo, Secretary of State - Brooks, Frankel Urge Pompeo to Include Afghan Women in Peace Talks Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 5, 2019 Tweet - "DC residents have no stronger champion than @EleanorNorton. I have long joined her in advocating for voting rights for District residents & I'm so proud to cosponsor her statehood bill. I look forward to bringing it to the House Floor for a vote." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 31, 2019 The Washington Post - I Was Hesitant About D.C. Statehood. Now I Believe It's The Only Path Forward. 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 21, 2019 Tweet - "On the 100th anniversary of the House passage of the 19th amendment, we celebrate the progress made -- including the most diverse Congress in the history of our country, w over 100 women serving -- & recommit to ensuring equal opportunity & protecting voting rights. #WomensVote100" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2019 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.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 - "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 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 17, 2019 Hoyer Welcomes Marylanders to the U.S. Capitol Ahead of Vote on H.R. 5, the Equality Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2019 Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference, I told reporters that House Dems will continue to focus on health care this week. Tmrw, we will vote on a package of 7 bills to protect & expand affordable health care and lower prescription drug costs. I urge @HouseGOP to support this bill." 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 5, 2019 Hoyer: It Is Shameful That Republicans In Florida Have Passed Legislation That Effectively Institutes A Poll Tax Rep.Steny Hoyer
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