Press Releases
March 10, 2021
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) spoke on the House Floor today in support of the American Rescue Plan. Below are his remarks as prepared for delivery and a link to the video.
March 8, 2021
This evening, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) joined immigration advocates and CASA community members for a virtual townhall to discuss legislation he will bring to the House Floor the week of March 15 to protect Dreamers and those with TPS and DED status, and legislation to create a pathway to citizenship for undocumented farm workers.
March 5, 2021
As we mark one year since the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Maryland, it's critically important that we continue to work tirelessly to defeat this virus.
Issues:
Health Care & Seniors
March 5, 2021
Last Saturday I was glad to join thousands of Fifth District constituents, faith leaders, and elected officials to virtually celebrate the 40th annual Black History Month Celebration.
March 4, 2021
Wanted to be sure you saw Southern Maryland News' coverage of the 40th annual Black History Month Celebration this past Saturday.
March 4, 2021
I join in thanking Joe Novotny for his many years of service to the House of Representatives and to the American people, and I congratulate Bowie resident Tylease Alli on being selected to be the next Reading Clerk.
March 4, 2021
As Prince George’s County ramps up its COVID-19 vaccination levels, this new emergency federal funding will help ensure vaccine distribution is more efficient, easier to navigate, and reaches as many county residents as possible with the new COVID-19 Vaccine Management Software.
Issues:
Health Care & Seniors
March 1, 2021
Wanted to be sure you saw news coverage of Saturday's 40th Annual Black History Month Celebration. For 40 years, Congressman Hoyer (MD-05) has brought together community leaders, elected officials, and Fifth District residents to the Black History Month Breakfast to celebrate the many achievements of Black Marylanders and Americans. This year he welcomed Vice President Kamala Harris, who served as the keynote speaker. See below for highlights from press coverage of the event.
February 27, 2021
Good morning. On behalf of my co-host, Rep. [Anthony] Brown, I want to thank all of you for joining us for the fortieth Annual Black History Month breakfast. I want to say a special thank you to Betty Richardson, past Chair of the planning committee, who has worked with me on this event for all forty years of its history. And I want to thank Cynthia Harvey, who has been volunteering to design the program and graphics for two decades.
February 27, 2021
When the pandemic began this time last year, Congress took immediate action to enact four bipartisan pieces of legislation to protect Americans’ health and mitigate the economic crisis that COVID-19 precipitated.