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Hoyer: I Am Deeply Disappointed the Administration Did Not Use Its Authority to Establish Pay Parity
November 29, 2016
I am disappointed that the Administration did not use its authority to provide for an average 2.1% pay raise in 2017 for federal civilian employees, which would establish parity with the 2017 raise for military personnel serving in non-combat areas that Congress is expected to include in the FY2017 defense authorization bill.
Issues:
Federal Employees
Jobs & the Economy
October 11, 2016
I'm proud of the parks and open green spaces in the Fifth District, which provide recreational opportunities, preserve our land and natural resources, and expand ecotourism.
Issues:
Environment
October 11, 2016
I was pleased to tour Mallows Bay today and discuss its nomination as a National Marine Sanctuary. This designation will increase opportunities for tourism and economic development while safeguarding maritime heritage and cultural history here in Southern Maryland.
Issues:
Environment
Jobs & the Economy
October 11, 2016
In addition to making sure that federal, state, and local officials have all the tools they need to investigate and prosecute the perpetrators of domestic violence, we must also ensure that victims of abuse and their families have the resources and support they need to heal and seek justice.
October 11, 2016
I was pleased to join the Chesapeake Regional Tech Council today to discuss how we can continue to spur innovation and expand entrepreneurship in Maryland.
Issues:
Jobs & the Economy
October 11, 2016
Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, Maryland has been successful in expanding health coverage to 278,000 additional residents, reducing the uninsured rate from 11.3% to 6.6% in just five years.
Issues:
Health Care & Seniors
October 11, 2016
As co-chair of the Fire Services Caucus, it is my top priority to ensure that our first responders have the resources to do their jobs safely and effectively.
October 11, 2016
I'm proud to represent 62,000 federal employees in the Fifth District, and I was so pleased to meet with representatives from NARFE to discuss how we can continue to support our federal workforce.
Issues:
Jobs & the Economy
Federal Employees
September 28, 2016
I was honored to meet with the Crown Prince and join County Executive Baker in presenting a ceremonial gift from Prince George's County.
September 16, 2016
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Sylvester Vaughns, Sr. He and I worked together on a number of issues important to Prince George's County going back to my time serving in the State Senate.