I'm excited to announce that the 40th annual Black History Month Celebration is going virtual this year. While I will miss our in-person fellowship, I look forward to continuing the tradition of this wonderful event from the safety of our homes.
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Fri, Feb 19, 2021
“I am honored to welcome Vice President Harris to Maryland for the 40th annual Black History Month Celebration,” said Congressman Hoyer.
Thu, Feb 18, 2021 / Environment
I’m glad to receive a perfect score from the League of Conservation Voters for my voting record in support of the most pressing environmental issues facing American families,” said Congressman Hoyer.
Thu, Feb 18, 2021
Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) joined Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen, and Congressmen Dutch Ruppersberger, John Sarbanes, Kweisi Mfume, Andy Harris, M.D., Anthony Brown, Jamie Raskin, and David Trone in announcing $5,515,055 in federal funding to strengthen Community Health Centers (CHCs) across Maryland.
Thu, Feb 18, 2021
Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) and Members of the Maryland Congressional Delegation, including Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen, and Congressmen Dutch Ruppersberger, John P. Sarbanes, Kweisi Mfume, Anthony G. Brown, Jamie B. Raskin, and David Trone, sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to approve Maryland’s appeal for an emergency declaration in support of the state’s efforts to improve safety and security across the National Capital Region for the 59th Presidential Inauguration.
Wed, Feb 17, 2021
The COVID-19 vaccine is currently being distributed throughout our state. Though vaccine supply remains limited, I’m encouraged by President Biden’s commitment to increase the number of vaccine doses to states like Maryland, and by the launch of the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program so that individuals can get vaccinated at select pharmacies in their communities.
Mon, Feb 8, 2021
The January 6th attack on the United States Capitol was an attack on our democracy, and the very core of American ideals and values. Former President Donald Trump’s effort to overturn the clear election result led to the insurrection we saw on January 6.
Mon, Feb 8, 2021 / Education
I was glad to speak with President Pines this afternoon to discuss the importance of ensuring that the University of Maryland, College Park has the resources it needs to help our students weather the ongoing challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mon, Feb 8, 2021
I was glad to meet virtually with my friend CASA Executive Director Gustavo Torres today to discuss the importance of taking action to address our broken immigration system this Congress, including protecting Dreamers and those with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in Maryland.
Fri, Feb 5, 2021 / Federal Employees
ongressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) and the full Maryland Congressional Delegation including Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen, and Congressmen Dutch Ruppersberger, John Sarbanes, Kweisi Mfume, Andy Harris, M.D., Anthony Brown, Jamie Raskin, and David Trone, today continued to urge U.S. Postal Service leadership at all levels to resolve persistent and widespread delivery delays. In new correspondence to the district managers of the Capital and Baltimore districts, the federal delegation cites numerous reports from constituents of “serious, persistent mail delivery delays” involving both letters and parcels.
Fri, Feb 5, 2021
President Biden announced that he would deploy federal resources and mobilize FEMA to stand up at least 100 vaccination sites across the nation. The state of Maryland has been selected to receive FEMA support. The Members argue that Prince George’s County faces chronic staffing, bandwidth, and resource shortages that are harming equitable vaccine distribution, particularly for communities of color.
Fri, Feb 5, 2021 / Environment
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), along with Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen, and Congressmen Dutch Ruppersberger, John Sarbanes, Kweisi Mfume, Anthony G. Brown, Jamie Raskin, and David Trone today applauded President Joe Biden for granting their request to release federal funds through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help Marylanders recover from Tropical Storm Isaias. This declaration has unlocked funding through both the Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs.
Thu, Feb 4, 2021 / Federal Employees
oday, Congressman Steny Hoyer (MD-05), along with Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin, and Representatives C. A. Dutch Ruppersberger, John Sarbanes, Kweisi Mfume, Anthony Brown, Jamie Raskin, and David Trone wrote to United States Postal Service Postmaster General Louis DeJoy about the severe mail delivery delays Marylanders are experiencing. The Members refer to specific examples from correspondence they’ve received from constituents and urge DeJoy to take advantage of federal support and to make operational changes immediately to improve service.
Thu, Feb 4, 2021
Madam Speaker, this is a sad and difficult day for the House of Representatives.
Wed, Feb 3, 2021
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny Hoyer (MD-05), along with Congressman Anthony G. Brown and Senator Chris Van Hollen, led Maryland Delegation Members Senator Ben Cardin and Congressmen Dutch Ruppersberger, John Sarbanes, Kweisi Mfume, Jamie Raskin, and David Trone in a letter to Governor Larry Hogan calling for his Administration to reform and improve vaccine distribution by adopting best practices from other states around the country.