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Tue, Jun 21, 2022 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Hoyer Statement on the Biden Administration’s Actions to Increase Federal Firefighter Pay
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the statement today after President Joe Biden announced he would increase the base salary pay of federal wildland firefighters by $20,000 per year or 50% of their current base salary:
Tue, Jun 7, 2022 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Hoyer Meets with Charles County Sheriff Troy Berry
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) met with Charles County Sheriff Troy Berry and his leadership team yesterday to discuss the efforts underway in the department for the year ahead. Their conversation covered a variety of topics including: the work the department has done to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and residents in Charles County, improved diversity training and best practices training for officers, and stronger accountability protocols.
Tue, Mar 8, 2022 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Maryland Delegation Announces More than $38 Million in Reimbursement Funds for Statewide COVID-19 Economic Recovery
Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Congressmen Dutch Ruppersberger (MD-02), John Sarbanes (MD-03), Kweisi Mfume (MD-07), Anthony G. Brown (MD-04), Jamie Raskin (MD-08), and David Trone (MD-06) announced $38,274,762 in federal funds to reimburse state and local governments across Maryland for their COVID-19 response efforts. Funding comes from the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as authorized through Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.
Tue, Aug 3, 2021 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Hoyer Attends Charles County National Night Out Event
WHITE PLAINS, MD – This evening, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) attended Charles County National Night Out, where he spoke with Fifth District families and law enforcement officials about the importance of community building and protecting the safety of Charles County residents.
Thu, Jul 29, 2021 / Budget & Fiscal Responsibility / Education / Environment / Federal Employees / Fire Service and Law Enforcement / Health Care & Seniors / Jobs & the Economy / Transportation and Infrastructure
Hoyer Celebrates House Passage of Appropriations Package for Fifth District Families
Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) praised the House passage of H.R. 4502, a funding package of seven Fiscal Year 2022 appropriations bills, including: Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education; Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration; Energy and Water Development; Financial Services and General Government; Interior and Environment; Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Transportation and Housing and Urban Development.
Mon, Jul 19, 2021 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Montgomery and Prince George’s County Congressional Delegation Announce More Than $375,000 in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Fire and EMS Departments in COVID-19 Recovery
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Congressmen Jamie Raskin (MD-08) and David Trone (MD-06) today announced $378,753 in American Rescue Plan funding for fire and emergency rescue departments across Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties.
Tue, Jun 29, 2021 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement / Health Care & Seniors
Hoyer, Cardin, Van Hollen, Brown Announce Nearly $4 Million for Prince George’s County Fire and EMS Department’s Office of Minority Health
Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Congressman Anthony Brown (MD-04) joined in applauding the announcement of $3,999,807 in funding for the Prince George’s County Fire and EMS Department’s Office of Minority Health.
Fri, Jun 25, 2021 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Hoyer, Brown Applaud Fire Prevention Funding for Prince George’s County
Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) and Congressman Anthony G. Brown (MD-04) applauded the inclusion of $1.35 million in funding for water tanks to assist the Prince George’s County Fire and EMS Department as part of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration Fiscal Year 2022 appropriations bill.
Thu, May 27, 2021 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Hoyer Statement Following Meeting with Prince George’s County Police Chief Malik Aziz
At a time when police departments around the nation are working to stamp out systemic bias and ensure our officers have the tools they need to effectively protect the communities they serve, I was pleased to meet with Prince George’s County Police Chief Malik Aziz. During our conversation, Chief Aziz reaffirmed his pledge to address the most pressing issues facing his department, including a particular focus on community-policing, rebuilding officer morale, and reducing crime in Prince George’s County.
Fri, Sep 11, 2020 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $480,000 for Firefighter Training Across Maryland
MFRI offers top-notch training to help Maryland’s fire, EMS, and rescue personnel succeed in their life-saving missions.
Tue, Aug 25, 2020 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Maryland Delegation Members Announce Over One Million Dollars in Federal Funding for Firefighters in Southern Maryland
I’m pleased our first responders in Southern Maryland will receive this key funding.
Mon, Aug 3, 2020 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Maryland Delegation Members Announce More Than $600,000 to Support Firefighters in Prince George’s County
As we continue to combat COVID-19, we must provide our firefighters and first responders with the resources they need to keep Marylanders safe.
Tue, Jun 9, 2020 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
NEWSLETTER: The Justice in Policing Act
Yesterday I was proud to stand with my colleagues in the Congressional Black Caucus and introduce the Justice in Policing Act, critical legislation to bring transparency and accountability to our police departments, improve police training and practices, and address systemic racial discrimination.
Mon, May 11, 2020 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement
Hoyer Statement on Police Week
This Police Week, I join in thanking the law enforcement officers and first responders serving our communities on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.
Fri, Apr 24, 2020 / Fire Service and Law Enforcement / Jobs & the Economy
Maryland Delegation Calls on Trump Administration to Increase Federal Support for Firefighters
State and local governments now responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and consequent economic downturn are faced with historically unprecedented revenue shortfalls.
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