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Dec. 13, 2022
Hoyer Statement on President Biden Signing the Respect for Marriage Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 9, 2022
House Democrats Defend Constitutional Rights; Strengthen National Security
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 8, 2022
Tweet - "I am proud to vote for the historic Respect for Marriage Act, which will enshrine into law the equality and liberty that our Constitution guarantees and strengthen protections for the millions of Americans in same-sex or interracial marriages."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 5, 2022
Statement On Maternal and Child Home Visiting Reauthorization Act of 2022
Rep. Andy Harris
Nov. 29, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Senate Passage of Respect for Marriage Act
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 16, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Senate Vote to Move Forward on Respect for Marriage Act
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 16, 2022
Tweet - "I was proud to support the #RespectForMarriageAct & vote to codify critical protections for same-sex & interracial marriages. I look forward to my Senate colleagues advancing this bill today & urge speedy passage to ensure that Americans' Constitutional rights are protected."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2022
House Democrats Work to Protect Americans' Constitutional Rights; Responsibly Fund our Priorities
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2022
Tweet - "Seven years ago today, the landmark Obergefell decision recognized that #loveislove, opening the door for marriage equality & for all families to be treated equally under the law. House Democrats will continue our work to ensure equal rights & representation for LGBTQ Americans."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 23, 2022
Senators Markey, Sasse and Representatives Raskin, Gonzalez Applaud House Passage of Bill to Support Research on the Effects of Technology on Children
Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 23, 2022
Letter to Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, and Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Making Bold Investments in Affordable Child Care for Families
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 21, 2022
MARYLAND CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $41.6 MILLION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACROSS THE STATE
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
May 19, 2022
Tweet - "I was proud to support legislation in the House yesterday to #FeedOurInfants & ensure that families can access safe, affordable formula for their babies. I thank @RosaDeLauro & @RepJahanaHayes for their work on these crucial bills."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 18, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - King Calls for National Strategy, Director to Address Baby Formula Shortage
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 18, 2022
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of Legislation to Address the Infant Formula Shortage
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2022
Letter to Mardi Mountford, President of the Infant Nutrition Council of America - Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Push Infant Formula Manufacturers to Address Shortages and Get Formula on Shelves
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 9, 2022
Van Hollen, Colleagues Seek to Reauthorize Bipartisan Star Act to Combat Childhood Cancer
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 29, 2022
Senators Seek to Reauthorize Bipartisan STAR Act to Combat Childhood Cancer
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 28, 2022
Reps. Lee, Hoyer Host Poverty Task Force Meeting to Discuss the Role of Universal Pre-K in Reducing Child Poverty
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
April 6, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Senator Murray, Majority of Senate Democrats Urge Action to Address Child Care Crisis Through Reconciliation
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 1, 2022
Letter to Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H, Director of Center for Disease Control and Prevention-U.S. Reps. Lawrence and Slotkin Lead Letter Urging CDC Director to Prioritize Funding Research to Prevent Gun Violence in Schools
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
March 31, 2022
Letter to Wilmot Hastings, Jr and Ted Sarandos, Co-CEOs of Netflix - Senators Markey, Van Hollen & Blumenthal Push Netflix on Tobacco, Nicotine, and Vaping Imagery for Young People
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 24, 2022
Letter to Honorable Anthony J. Blinken, Secretary - Congressman Aderholt Joins Congressional Coalition on Adoption Co-chairs in Letter to Secretary of State Blinken
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2022
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary U.S. Department of Agriculture - Representatives Young, Moore Lead 112 House and Senate Colleagues in Urging USDA to Update the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Food Packages, Ensure Access to Healthy Food for Low-Income Families
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 7, 2022
VAN HOLLEN, HASSAN INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO RESTORE FULL FUNDING FOR EDUCATIONAL AND EARLY-INTERVENTION SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 4, 2022
Lee, Hoyer Host Poverty Task Force Meeting to Address Childhood Mental Health in the Pandemic
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Jan. 28, 2022
Trone, Cardin, and Van Hollen Announce More Than $3 Million in Federal Funding for Washington County's Head Start Program
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 25, 2022
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Dec. 23, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services-U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith Push HHS to Help Protect Families This Winter During Energy Crisis
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Announce More Than $10 Million in Funding to Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Senate Passes Van Hollen-Sullivan "Foreign Service Families Act"
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - SENS. CRUZ, SCOTT, REP. NORMAN SEND LETTER URGING HHS SEC. BECERRA TO PROTECT FAITH-BASED CHILD WELFARE PROVIDERS
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Dec. 10, 2021
MARYLAND DELEGATION ANNOUNCES $600,000 TO ENHANCE CHILD SAFETY ACROSS THE STATE
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 7, 2021
Tweet - "Expanding access to #FamilyCare helps ensure that caregivers know loved ones are safe & cared for, which in turn allows them to get back to work, grow our economy, & build better lives for their families. Glad to see @FairGrowthCmte will hold a hearing on this priority tomorrow."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 30, 2021
Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Padilla, Ross Lead 49 Colleagues in Urging DHS to Expand DACA Eligibility to Documented Dreamers
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2021
Congressman Kweisi Mfume's Statement on the Passage of the Build Back Better Act
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
Nov. 19, 2021
RASKIN STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE BUILD BACK BETTER ACT
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Nov. 16, 2021
Letter to The Hon. Patrick Leahy, Chair Committee on Appropriation; Hon. Richard Shelby, Vice Chair Committee on Appropriations - Funding for Students with Disabilities
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 4, 2021
Van Hollen, Manchin, Collins Introduce Bipartisan Resolution To Designate November As National Homeless Children And Youth Awareness Month
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Oct. 26, 2021
Hoyer Praises House Passage of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act of 2021
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 21, 2021
Congressman LaTurner Introduces the Simon Crosier Act
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Oct. 21, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Childcare/Education in Build Back Better
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 19, 2021
Tweet - "During my weekly pen and pad, I told reporters that as we continue our work on the #BuildBackBetter Agenda, this week House Dems will take up the Family Violence Prevention & Services Improvement Act to address violence prevention programs & the PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 19, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Pressley, 100+ House Democrats Urge President Biden to Protect Paid Leave in Build Back Better Act
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 15, 2021
Hoyer: Maryland Families Can Breathe Easier Thanks to the Expanded Child Tax Credit
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 6, 2021
Letter to Mohammed Choudhury, Maryland State Superintendent of Schools - Maryland Delegation Members Urge State Dept. of Education to Expedite Distribution of Federal Child Care Relief Funds
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 5, 2021
Letter to Mohammed Choudhury, Maryland State Superintendent of Schools - Maryland Delegation Members Urge State Dept. of Education to Expedite Distribution of Federal Child Care Relief Funds
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 4, 2021
Letter to Mohammed Choudhury, Maryland State Superintendent of Schools - Maryland Delegation Members Urge State Dept. of Education to Expedite Distribution of Federal Child Care Relief Funds
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Sept. 21, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, and Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader - Universal Childcare Provisions
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 13, 2021
Raskin Promotes New Study Showing Child Tax Credit Pumped $262,332,000 into Maryland Economy in July
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Date
Title
Politician
Dec. 13, 2022
Hoyer Statement on President Biden Signing the Respect for Marriage Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 9, 2022
House Democrats Defend Constitutional Rights; Strengthen National Security
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 8, 2022
Tweet - "I am proud to vote for the historic Respect for Marriage Act, which will enshrine into law the equality and liberty that our Constitution guarantees and strengthen protections for the millions of Americans in same-sex or interracial marriages."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 5, 2022
Statement On Maternal and Child Home Visiting Reauthorization Act of 2022
Rep.Andy Harris
Nov. 29, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Senate Passage of Respect for Marriage Act
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 16, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Senate Vote to Move Forward on Respect for Marriage Act
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 16, 2022
Tweet - "I was proud to support the #RespectForMarriageAct & vote to codify critical protections for same-sex & interracial marriages. I look forward to my Senate colleagues advancing this bill today & urge speedy passage to ensure that Americans' Constitutional rights are protected."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2022
House Democrats Work to Protect Americans' Constitutional Rights; Responsibly Fund our Priorities
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2022
Tweet - "Seven years ago today, the landmark Obergefell decision recognized that #loveislove, opening the door for marriage equality & for all families to be treated equally under the law. House Democrats will continue our work to ensure equal rights & representation for LGBTQ Americans."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 23, 2022
Senators Markey, Sasse and Representatives Raskin, Gonzalez Applaud House Passage of Bill to Support Research on the Effects of Technology on Children
Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 23, 2022
Letter to Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, and Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Making Bold Investments in Affordable Child Care for Families
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 21, 2022
MARYLAND CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $41.6 MILLION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACROSS THE STATE
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
May 19, 2022
Tweet - "I was proud to support legislation in the House yesterday to #FeedOurInfants & ensure that families can access safe, affordable formula for their babies. I thank @RosaDeLauro & @RepJahanaHayes for their work on these crucial bills."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 18, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - King Calls for National Strategy, Director to Address Baby Formula Shortage
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 18, 2022
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of Legislation to Address the Infant Formula Shortage
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 13, 2022
Letter to Mardi Mountford, President of the Infant Nutrition Council of America - Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Push Infant Formula Manufacturers to Address Shortages and Get Formula on Shelves
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 9, 2022
Van Hollen, Colleagues Seek to Reauthorize Bipartisan Star Act to Combat Childhood Cancer
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 29, 2022
Senators Seek to Reauthorize Bipartisan STAR Act to Combat Childhood Cancer
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 28, 2022
Reps. Lee, Hoyer Host Poverty Task Force Meeting to Discuss the Role of Universal Pre-K in Reducing Child Poverty
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
April 6, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Senator Murray, Majority of Senate Democrats Urge Action to Address Child Care Crisis Through Reconciliation
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 1, 2022
Letter to Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H, Director of Center for Disease Control and Prevention-U.S. Reps. Lawrence and Slotkin Lead Letter Urging CDC Director to Prioritize Funding Research to Prevent Gun Violence in Schools
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
March 31, 2022
Letter to Wilmot Hastings, Jr and Ted Sarandos, Co-CEOs of Netflix - Senators Markey, Van Hollen & Blumenthal Push Netflix on Tobacco, Nicotine, and Vaping Imagery for Young People
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 24, 2022
Letter to Honorable Anthony J. Blinken, Secretary - Congressman Aderholt Joins Congressional Coalition on Adoption Co-chairs in Letter to Secretary of State Blinken
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2022
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary U.S. Department of Agriculture - Representatives Young, Moore Lead 112 House and Senate Colleagues in Urging USDA to Update the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Food Packages, Ensure Access to Healthy Food for Low-Income Families
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 7, 2022
VAN HOLLEN, HASSAN INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO RESTORE FULL FUNDING FOR EDUCATIONAL AND EARLY-INTERVENTION SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 4, 2022
Lee, Hoyer Host Poverty Task Force Meeting to Address Childhood Mental Health in the Pandemic
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Jan. 28, 2022
Trone, Cardin, and Van Hollen Announce More Than $3 Million in Federal Funding for Washington County's Head Start Program
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 25, 2022
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Dec. 23, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services-U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith Push HHS to Help Protect Families This Winter During Energy Crisis
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Announce More Than $10 Million in Funding to Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Senate Passes Van Hollen-Sullivan "Foreign Service Families Act"
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - SENS. CRUZ, SCOTT, REP. NORMAN SEND LETTER URGING HHS SEC. BECERRA TO PROTECT FAITH-BASED CHILD WELFARE PROVIDERS
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Dec. 10, 2021
MARYLAND DELEGATION ANNOUNCES $600,000 TO ENHANCE CHILD SAFETY ACROSS THE STATE
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 7, 2021
Tweet - "Expanding access to #FamilyCare helps ensure that caregivers know loved ones are safe & cared for, which in turn allows them to get back to work, grow our economy, & build better lives for their families. Glad to see @FairGrowthCmte will hold a hearing on this priority tomorrow."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 30, 2021
Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Padilla, Ross Lead 49 Colleagues in Urging DHS to Expand DACA Eligibility to Documented Dreamers
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2021
Congressman Kweisi Mfume's Statement on the Passage of the Build Back Better Act
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
Nov. 19, 2021
RASKIN STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE BUILD BACK BETTER ACT
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Nov. 16, 2021
Letter to The Hon. Patrick Leahy, Chair Committee on Appropriation; Hon. Richard Shelby, Vice Chair Committee on Appropriations - Funding for Students with Disabilities
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 4, 2021
Van Hollen, Manchin, Collins Introduce Bipartisan Resolution To Designate November As National Homeless Children And Youth Awareness Month
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Oct. 26, 2021
Hoyer Praises House Passage of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act of 2021
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 21, 2021
Congressman LaTurner Introduces the Simon Crosier Act
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Oct. 21, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Childcare/Education in Build Back Better
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 19, 2021
Tweet - "During my weekly pen and pad, I told reporters that as we continue our work on the #BuildBackBetter Agenda, this week House Dems will take up the Family Violence Prevention & Services Improvement Act to address violence prevention programs & the PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 19, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Pressley, 100+ House Democrats Urge President Biden to Protect Paid Leave in Build Back Better Act
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 15, 2021
Hoyer: Maryland Families Can Breathe Easier Thanks to the Expanded Child Tax Credit
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 6, 2021
Letter to Mohammed Choudhury, Maryland State Superintendent of Schools - Maryland Delegation Members Urge State Dept. of Education to Expedite Distribution of Federal Child Care Relief Funds
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 5, 2021
Letter to Mohammed Choudhury, Maryland State Superintendent of Schools - Maryland Delegation Members Urge State Dept. of Education to Expedite Distribution of Federal Child Care Relief Funds
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 4, 2021
Letter to Mohammed Choudhury, Maryland State Superintendent of Schools - Maryland Delegation Members Urge State Dept. of Education to Expedite Distribution of Federal Child Care Relief Funds
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Sept. 21, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, and Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader - Universal Childcare Provisions
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 13, 2021
Raskin Promotes New Study Showing Child Tax Credit Pumped $262,332,000 into Maryland Economy in July
Rep.Jamie Raskin
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