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Congressman Hoyer discussed the President's State of the Union address on WJLA News Channel 8 and WUSA Channel 9 last night.

This evening, President Obama laid out a vision of an America that prioritizes a strong and growing middle class.

I join in thanking Administrator Tangherlini for his successful tenure leading the General Services Administration.

We know that you share our commitment to strengthening Maryland's economy and ensuring that the people of Maryland have access to infrastructure they need to excel in their lives, and we believe construction of the Red and Purple Lines is central to achieving these priorities.

The Small Business Administration, under the leadership of Maria Contrereas-Sweet, has been available as a resource to businesses like Antenna Research Associates to facilitate access to capital, assist with contracts, and provide helpful advice.

Protecting the water quality of the Chesapeake Bay is essential to preserving and restoring the economic vitality of the Bay and this grant will help Maryland farmers contribute to that restoration for generations to come.

I'm proud to cosponsor the FAIR Act, which would provide a 3.8% pay raise to help our federal employees keep up with cost-of-living increases.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of the victim and all those injured in Monday's Metro incident, and I want to thank our first responders and emergency personnel for their work to assist passengers.