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April 16, 2010
In 1919, Lieutenant Colonel Dwight Eisenhower took part in the Armys first coast-to-coast truck convoy. The trip from Washington, D.C., to the Pacific, on a still-primitive system of roads, took 62 jarring, muddy days; and the young officer sputtered into San Francisco convinced that America deserved better.
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Environment
April 15, 2010
Starting immediately and throughout the coming year, our families, small businesses, seniors, and young Americans will begin to feel the real and positive impact of health insurance reform. The following interactive graphic will show you the benefits of the new law that begin within the first year.
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Health Care & Seniors
April 15, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD) released the following statement on tax day, noting that Maryland families will see lower taxes and larger tax refunds as a result of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act signed into law last year.
April 15, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement on the passing of civil rights leader Benjamin L. Hooks:
April 15, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) released a report on earmark reforms under the Democratic Congress:
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Budget & Fiscal Responsibility
April 12, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD) announced today that his office is currently accepting U.S. Service Academy applications for the 2011-12 school year. For students' convenience, Service Academy Application packets are available online on Congressman Hoyer's website.
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Education
April 9, 2010
The youth of today face the challenge of entering a job market that has become increasingly service-oriented, technology driven and globally competitive. When considering what path to take after high school, students have an appealing option in our nations United States service academies. An education at one of these prestigious institutions ranks among the best in the country and offers qualifying young men and women the opportunity to develop the leadership skills, technical abilities and character discipline that employers desire while simultaneously serving their country as a member of the armed forces.
April 7, 2010
The gunfire that ripped through Washington, D.C., last week, killing four, has set off a renewed effort in the region to combat gang violence.
April 6, 2010
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD) announced today that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded $5,535,423 to Marylands Chesapeake Regional Information System for our Patients to establish Health Information Technology Regional Extension Centers (RECs) throughout the state. RECs will offer on-the-ground technical support, guidance, and information to help accelerate nationwide efforts to ensure that all health care providers become meaningful users of Electronic Health Records (EHRs).
April 5, 2010
The grand opening of the College of Southern Marylands new clinical simulation lab was held Wednesday, March 31. The lab is designed to enhance training for nursing students and professionals in the southern Maryland Region. The lab provides a "real life" experience where students receive both direct instruction and simulated situations to which they respond and receive instructor feedback.