Press Releases
September 8, 2011
Health reform is delivering positive results for Marylands seniors and people with disabilities, helping to lower health care costs by providing free preventative care and a 50% discount on brand name drugs.
Issues:
Health Care & Seniors
September 8, 2011
While I would prefer for us to be addressing a reauthorization of No Child Left Behind, todays legislation reflects bipartisan support for innovation in public schools and improving educational opportunities for students who still lack access to a high-quality education.
September 2, 2011
On Labor Day, we celebrate hard-working men and women who have made our country the most productive and prosperous nation in the world.
Issues:
Jobs & the Economy
August 29, 2011
While Maryland continues its recovery in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene, I am working with federal, state, and local officials and reaching out to constituents to ensure that our community has every resource available to clean up and recover.
August 28, 2011
This afternoon, I joined Southern Maryland officials for an aerial tour of Calvert and St. Mary's Counties to assess the damage to our district from last night's storm.
August 26, 2011
With hurricane watches and warnings in effect for much of the East Coast, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) continues to work closely with the governors, tribal and local officials of affected states to ensure they have the resources they need.
August 26, 2011
This afternoon, I met with Jack Russell, President of the St. Marys County Board of Commissioners, and Bob Kelly, St. Marys County Director of Emergency Services, to discuss preparations for the expected impact of Hurricane Irene.
August 26, 2011
The Democrats Make It In America plan is an important initiative to strengthen American manufacturing and the well-paying jobs it creates, and to ensure that companies like BAE Systems can continue to support local jobs and strengthen our economy.
Issues:
Jobs & the Economy
August 26, 2011
This morning, Congressman Hoyer met with the 2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games Mens Soccer gold medalists from St. Marys County to congratulate the team on their victory and present them with a Congressional Record tribute.
August 25, 2011
WASHINGTON, DC Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5) released the following statement after Governor OMalley declared a State of Emergency due to the expected impact of Hurricane Irene:"I commend Governor OMalley for taking swift action and declaring a State of Emergency for Maryland in preparation for the expected impact of Hurricane Irene. I urge residents of the Fifth District to take all necessary precautions in preparation for this major storm and to help your friends and neighbors prepare as well. I will continue to work with Governor OMalley and local and federal officials to ensure that we are properly prepared before, during and after the storm and to address any problems that arise as a result of it."For more storm information and additional resources, please visit Marylands Emergency Management Agency.