Hoyer Statement on the Opening Day of the Maryland General Assembly

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement today on the first day of the 442nd session of the Maryland General Assembly:

"I join in welcoming the start of the 442nd session of the Maryland General Assembly. I want to thank the leadership team of Speaker Jones and Senate President Ferguson, who have overcome many obstacles in order to convene the legislature during this critical moment in American history. The COVID-19 crisis has presented serious challenges for our state, but I look forward to working with the General Assembly to address vital issues affecting Maryland families.

"As this pandemic continues to significantly impact families across our state, I am hopeful the new session will bring a renewed focus and ensure we can defeat this virus while safeguarding the well-being of all Marylanders. We will need to work together to defeat this virus by addressing the significant economic and health challenges our families are facing, including protecting tenants from eviction and expanding access to high-speed internet to improve learning outcomes for our students. I am also hopeful that the General Assembly will take important steps to address police reform, voting rights, and education.

"I urge my colleagues in the General Assembly to work together to put the needs of Maryland families first. I look forward to working closely with them as we continue to fight the COVID-19 pandemic."