Today's announcement of grant funding for the Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad is excellent news for our community.
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Wed, Jun 4, 2014 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Tue, Jun 3, 2014 / Environment / Jobs & the Economy
From deadly storms and rising temperatures to increased rates of asthma and other health threats, climate change is having a real and significant impact here in Maryland and throughout the country.
Fri, May 30, 2014
Secretary Shinseki has served our nation with honor and distinction. His decision to step down reflects his carefully considered determination that the VA will be best served with new leadership as it addresses the unconscionable actions by some working in the Phoenix Veterans Affairs Health Care System and potentially other VA health facilities over the past few years.
Thu, May 29, 2014 / Education
Today, Tori Bellucci, a 2014 graduate of Huntingtown High School, introduced President Obama at his Healthy Kids & Safe Sports Concussion Summit and shared how concussions she suffered while playing soccer impacted her ability to continue playing the sport.
Wed, May 28, 2014 / Jobs & the Economy / Transportation and Infrastructure
I congratulate the Maryland Port Administration on being honored today during the President's ‘E' Awards presentation, which is the highest recognition any U.S. business or organization can receive for significant contributions to increasing our nation's exports.
Wed, May 28, 2014
The VA Inspector General's interim report that was released today is deeply disturbing and demands action to correct the systemic problems that left 1,700 veterans off of the electronic waiting list at the Phoenix VA Health Care System.
Wed, May 28, 2014 / National Security & Veterans
I join in honoring the fallen heroes of our nation this Memorial Day and in upholding our shared responsibility to comfort and care for the loved ones and communities they left behind.
Fri, May 23, 2014 / Education
Thank you, Dean [Donald] Kettl, for that kind introduction and for the honor of addressing the Commencement class of 2014.
Sat, May 17, 2014 / Jobs & the Economy / National Security & Veterans
COLLEGE PARK, MD – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5) delivered the commencement address for the University of Maryland University College (UMUC) commencement ceremony, where he spoke to over 1,200 of UMUC’s nearly 9,500 graduates. Below is his address as prepared for delivery:
“Thank you, and congratulations to the University of Maryland University College graduates of 2013 and 2014!
“Both to those who are here and to those who, though they could not be with us today, share in this milestone.
Fri, May 16, 2014 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
I am pleased that the President signed bipartisan legislation, H.R. 4120, into law today, which I was proud to co-sponsor along with Rep. Frank Wolf of Virginia.
Fri, May 16, 2014 / Jobs & the Economy
I was pleased to welcome Maryland small business owners to today's event, where Google experts shared their knowledge of how to use free online tools to help businesses create a website, reach more customers, be more productive, and expand.
Fri, May 16, 2014
I was pleased to join Fifth District residents today to celebrate Older Americans' Month and to recognize the incredible work that the Prince George's County Department of Family Services does for our communities.
Fri, May 16, 2014 / Education
I'm proud that Maryland's public school system is rated among the best in the nation and there is no doubt that we have Maryland teachers to thank for that distinction.
Fri, May 16, 2014 / Jobs & the Economy
I'm pleased I had an opportunity to visit Phoenix International to see firsthand the outstanding work they perform in Maryland and around the world.
Fri, May 16, 2014 / National Security & Veterans
There are few tasks more important to the Congress and the people it represents than to keep faith with those who have worn the uniform of our nation.