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March 29, 2023 CNN Newsroom: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) is Interviewed About Guns in America Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 9, 2022 Tweet - "I was deeply saddened to see a shooting at Suitland High School yesterday. Suitland holds a special place in my heart as my alma mater, and I am disheartened to see another act of violence in Maryland." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Colorado Springs Mass Shooting Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2022 Tweet - "I am thinking of the victims of the horrific shooting earlier today targeting LGBTQ Americans in Colorado Springs and join in praying for their loved ones, Club Q staff and patrons, and the Colorado Springs community." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I am deeply dismayed by the news of another school shooting, this time at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School in St. Louis, Missouri. Gun violence has devastated too many communities. House Democrats will not stop working to end this crisis in America and save lives." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 19, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steve Dettelback, Director of the ATF - Chairman Thompson, Reps. Cicilline and Espaillat Lead 135 Members on Ghost Gun Letter to POTUS, ATF, DOJ Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Even though @HouseGOP refused to act on common-sense gun reform & blamed a shortage of mental health care for causing the epidemic of school shootings, actions speak louder than words. Last month, over 90% of House Rs voted against expanding school-based mental health services." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 18, 2022 Letter to Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steven Dettelbach, Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives - Durbin Joins Colleagues In Urging DOJ & ATF To Clarify & Enforce Ghost Guns Rule Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 14, 2022 Tweet - "I am deeply saddened by the mass shooting in Raleigh, North Carolina, and join in mourning the five individuals killed in this senseless act of violence. I am praying for their loved ones and will continue to monitor the situation as it develops." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 1, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of U.S. House of Representatives, and Charles Schumer, Majority Leader of U.S. Senate - Titus Calls for a Ban on Bump Stocks Once and For All Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 7, 2022 Tweet - "As Majority Leader, I was proud to bring the landmark #BipartisanSaferCommunitiesAct to the House Floor and ensure its passage. House Democrats are committed to continuing the work to #EndGunViolence and build safer communities across America." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2022 Tweet - "I will proudly bring legislation to the House Floor today to reinstate the #AssaultWeaponsBan. House Democrats stand with the majority of Americans who believe these weapons of war have no place in our society & I urge my colleagues to vote for this crucial legislation." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 21, 2022 Van Hollen, Beyer Introduce Legislation to Improve Atf, Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 13, 2022 Tweet - "I was proud to bring bipartisan legislation to the Floor today to make our communities safer by providing tools to law enforcement to disseminate information quickly to the public if an active shooter is terrorizing a community. https://bit.ly/3uN9HHc" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2022 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Active Shooter Alert Act of 2022 Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 7, 2022 Tweet - "Maryland deserves gun safety measures that will save lives. I joined my colleagues in responding to the suspension of Maryland's "Good and Substantial Reason' standard for concealed carry permits." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 5, 2022 Maryland Congressional Delegation Members Release Statement on Suspension of State's "Good and Substantial Reason' Standard for Concealed Carry Permits Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 5, 2022 MARYLAND CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION MEMBERS RELEASE STATEMENT ON SUSPENSION OF STATE'S "GOOD AND SUBSTANTIAL REASON' STANDARD FOR CONCEALED CARRY PERMITS Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 5, 2022 Mfume, Maryland Congressional Delegation Members Release Statement on Suspension of State's "Good and Substantial Reason' Standard for Concealed Carry Permits Rep. Kweisi Mfume
July 4, 2022 Tweet - "I am devastated to hear about the mass shooting earlier today at a 4th of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois. My prayers are with the victims and their families. I will continue to monitor this situation as it develops." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2022 Harris Issues Statement on Supreme Court Concealed Firearm's Ruling Rep. Andy Harris
June 24, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON THE BIPARTISAN SAFER COMMUNITIES ACT Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 23, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Decision Weakening Gun Safety Laws Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 23, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT RULING ON CONCEALED CARRY Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 22, 2022 Tweet - "I told press during my weekly Pen and Pad that this week, the House will act on legislation to expand access to mental health resources and tackle the opioid epidemic. House Dems stand ready to pass the Senate's bipartisan legislation to #addressgunviolence as soon as possible." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 21, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SENATE ACTION TO MOVE FORWARD ON GUN SAFETY LEGISLATION Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 14, 2022 Tweet - "I told press during my weekly Pen and Pad briefing that House Democrats will advance bills this week focused on lowering costs for Americans & tackling inflation, in addition to Senate-passed legislation to extend security protections to the families of Supreme Court Justices." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 12, 2022 Tweet - "I had the honor of remembering my dear friend and mentor Senator Bernie Fowler at his memorial service yesterday, which celebrated his life and legacy. I admired his humility, generosity, and relentless commitment to conservation. https://bit.ly/3twasnH" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 12, 2022 Tweet - "I am glad to see bipartisan Senators reach agreement on a framework for legislation to address gun violence. The time for action is now -- too many Americans have been impacted by the gun violence epidemic." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 9, 2022 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 9, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SMITHSBURG, MD. SHOOTING Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 9, 2022 Tweet - "I was proud to bring the Federal Extreme Risk Protection Act to the House Floor today, which would empower families and law enforcement to prevent those known to be a threat to themselves or others from legally obtaining a deadly firearm." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 8, 2022 Congressman Kweisi Mfume Statement on Gun Violence and Hearing Held by U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Reform Rep. Kweisi Mfume
May 27, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House, James Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House - House Gun Sit-In Organizers Call on House Leadership to Act on Gun Violence Prevention Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
April 11, 2022 Van Hollen Lauds Biden Administration Executive Action to Crack Down on Ghost Guns and Reduce Gun Violence Sen. Chris Van Hollen
April 11, 2022 Hoyer Statement on the Biden Administration's Actions to Address Gun Crime Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 3, 2022 Tweet - "I join in praying for the victims of today's mass shooting in #Sacramento, as well as their loved ones, & I am grateful to first responders on the scene. This is yet another senseless, preventable tragedy. The Senate must take up House-passed legislation to #endgunviolence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2022 Letter to Marvin Richardson, Acting Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives - Owens Joins Effort to Curb the ATF's Assault on Second Amendment Rights Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Feb. 25, 2022 Letter to Merrick Garland, U.S. Attorney General - Concern Regarding the Rise of Domestic Violence Involving Firearms Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 VAN HOLLEN OFFERS TESTIMONY TO MARYLAND STATE SENATE JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS COMMITTEE IN SUPPORT OF CLOSING GHOST GUN LOOPHOLE Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "As we mark four years since the Parkland shooting, our country continues to mourn the seventeen lives lost to a senseless act of gun violence. Today & everyday, we stand with the victims' families & survivors & continue the work to keep our communities safe & #EndGunViolence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2022 Tweet - "As we remember the tragedy that struck Tucson eleven years ago today, I am keeping the victims of that horrific attack and those wounded that day, including my friend @GabbyGiffords , in my thoughts. House Democrats will continue our work to #EndGunViolence in America." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Menendez and Booker Join Democratic Senate and House Colleagues in Urging Education Secretary to Provide Guidance to Parents on Gun Storage Safety Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 15, 2021 Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Following Oxford High School Shooting, Van Hollen, Murphy, Thompson, Stabenow, Peters, Blumenthal, Slotkin Urge Department Of Education To Issue Guidance On Safe Gun Storage Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 14, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I wrote to the Capitol Police Board requesting a briefing on firearm regulations in House office buildings. In light of recent threats, I am asking the Board to clarify current regulations & consider banning firearms in committee & hearing rooms. https://bit.ly/3m4Uywz" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 9, 2021 Pascrell, Colleagues Introduce Federal Firearm Licensee Act Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
Oct. 4, 2021 Tweet - "Sending my deepest condolences to the family of Garry Stanley Sr., who passed away this weekend. Stanley dedicated 19 years of service as a firefighter in our community. My heart is with his brothers and sisters of @PGFDNews ." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Two years ago today, 23 people lost their lives in El Paso, Texas. I join in thinking of their loved ones and urge my colleagues in the Senate to take up bipartisan, House-passed measures to #EndGunViolence including #HR8 and legislation to close the #CharlestonLoophole." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 20, 2021 Tweet - "During my weekly press conference, I told reporters that the House has a busy work period ahead. Bills relating to consumer protection, drinking water safety, & fulfilling our obligations to our Afghan allies are on the Floor this week & we will consider appropriations next week." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 12, 2021 Tweet - "I join in marking 5 yrs since the horrific mass shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando that killed 49 people. I'm glad the Senate joined the House in passing a bill to mark Pulse as a national memorial & look forward to seeing @POTUS sign it into law." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
March 29, 2023 CNN Newsroom: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) is Interviewed About Guns in America Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 9, 2022 Tweet - "I was deeply saddened to see a shooting at Suitland High School yesterday. Suitland holds a special place in my heart as my alma mater, and I am disheartened to see another act of violence in Maryland." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Colorado Springs Mass Shooting Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2022 Tweet - "I am thinking of the victims of the horrific shooting earlier today targeting LGBTQ Americans in Colorado Springs and join in praying for their loved ones, Club Q staff and patrons, and the Colorado Springs community." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I am deeply dismayed by the news of another school shooting, this time at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School in St. Louis, Missouri. Gun violence has devastated too many communities. House Democrats will not stop working to end this crisis in America and save lives." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 19, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steve Dettelback, Director of the ATF - Chairman Thompson, Reps. Cicilline and Espaillat Lead 135 Members on Ghost Gun Letter to POTUS, ATF, DOJ Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Even though @HouseGOP refused to act on common-sense gun reform & blamed a shortage of mental health care for causing the epidemic of school shootings, actions speak louder than words. Last month, over 90% of House Rs voted against expanding school-based mental health services." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 18, 2022 Letter to Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steven Dettelbach, Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives - Durbin Joins Colleagues In Urging DOJ & ATF To Clarify & Enforce Ghost Guns Rule Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 14, 2022 Tweet - "I am deeply saddened by the mass shooting in Raleigh, North Carolina, and join in mourning the five individuals killed in this senseless act of violence. I am praying for their loved ones and will continue to monitor the situation as it develops." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 1, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of U.S. House of Representatives, and Charles Schumer, Majority Leader of U.S. Senate - Titus Calls for a Ban on Bump Stocks Once and For All Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 7, 2022 Tweet - "As Majority Leader, I was proud to bring the landmark #BipartisanSaferCommunitiesAct to the House Floor and ensure its passage. House Democrats are committed to continuing the work to #EndGunViolence and build safer communities across America." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2022 Tweet - "I will proudly bring legislation to the House Floor today to reinstate the #AssaultWeaponsBan. House Democrats stand with the majority of Americans who believe these weapons of war have no place in our society & I urge my colleagues to vote for this crucial legislation." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 21, 2022 Van Hollen, Beyer Introduce Legislation to Improve Atf, Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 13, 2022 Tweet - "I was proud to bring bipartisan legislation to the Floor today to make our communities safer by providing tools to law enforcement to disseminate information quickly to the public if an active shooter is terrorizing a community. https://bit.ly/3uN9HHc" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2022 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Active Shooter Alert Act of 2022 Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 7, 2022 Tweet - "Maryland deserves gun safety measures that will save lives. I joined my colleagues in responding to the suspension of Maryland's "Good and Substantial Reason' standard for concealed carry permits." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 5, 2022 Maryland Congressional Delegation Members Release Statement on Suspension of State's "Good and Substantial Reason' Standard for Concealed Carry Permits Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 5, 2022 MARYLAND CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION MEMBERS RELEASE STATEMENT ON SUSPENSION OF STATE'S "GOOD AND SUBSTANTIAL REASON' STANDARD FOR CONCEALED CARRY PERMITS Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 5, 2022 Mfume, Maryland Congressional Delegation Members Release Statement on Suspension of State's "Good and Substantial Reason' Standard for Concealed Carry Permits Rep.Kweisi Mfume
July 4, 2022 Tweet - "I am devastated to hear about the mass shooting earlier today at a 4th of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois. My prayers are with the victims and their families. I will continue to monitor this situation as it develops." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2022 Harris Issues Statement on Supreme Court Concealed Firearm's Ruling Rep.Andy Harris
June 24, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON THE BIPARTISAN SAFER COMMUNITIES ACT Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 23, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Decision Weakening Gun Safety Laws Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 23, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT RULING ON CONCEALED CARRY Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 22, 2022 Tweet - "I told press during my weekly Pen and Pad that this week, the House will act on legislation to expand access to mental health resources and tackle the opioid epidemic. House Dems stand ready to pass the Senate's bipartisan legislation to #addressgunviolence as soon as possible." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 21, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SENATE ACTION TO MOVE FORWARD ON GUN SAFETY LEGISLATION Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 14, 2022 Tweet - "I told press during my weekly Pen and Pad briefing that House Democrats will advance bills this week focused on lowering costs for Americans & tackling inflation, in addition to Senate-passed legislation to extend security protections to the families of Supreme Court Justices." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 12, 2022 Tweet - "I had the honor of remembering my dear friend and mentor Senator Bernie Fowler at his memorial service yesterday, which celebrated his life and legacy. I admired his humility, generosity, and relentless commitment to conservation. https://bit.ly/3twasnH" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 12, 2022 Tweet - "I am glad to see bipartisan Senators reach agreement on a framework for legislation to address gun violence. The time for action is now -- too many Americans have been impacted by the gun violence epidemic." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 9, 2022 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 9, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SMITHSBURG, MD. SHOOTING Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 9, 2022 Tweet - "I was proud to bring the Federal Extreme Risk Protection Act to the House Floor today, which would empower families and law enforcement to prevent those known to be a threat to themselves or others from legally obtaining a deadly firearm." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 8, 2022 Congressman Kweisi Mfume Statement on Gun Violence and Hearing Held by U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Reform Rep.Kweisi Mfume
May 27, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House, James Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House - House Gun Sit-In Organizers Call on House Leadership to Act on Gun Violence Prevention Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
April 11, 2022 Van Hollen Lauds Biden Administration Executive Action to Crack Down on Ghost Guns and Reduce Gun Violence Sen.Chris Van Hollen
April 11, 2022 Hoyer Statement on the Biden Administration's Actions to Address Gun Crime Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 3, 2022 Tweet - "I join in praying for the victims of today's mass shooting in #Sacramento, as well as their loved ones, & I am grateful to first responders on the scene. This is yet another senseless, preventable tragedy. The Senate must take up House-passed legislation to #endgunviolence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 18, 2022 Letter to Marvin Richardson, Acting Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives - Owens Joins Effort to Curb the ATF's Assault on Second Amendment Rights Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Feb. 25, 2022 Letter to Merrick Garland, U.S. Attorney General - Concern Regarding the Rise of Domestic Violence Involving Firearms Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 VAN HOLLEN OFFERS TESTIMONY TO MARYLAND STATE SENATE JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS COMMITTEE IN SUPPORT OF CLOSING GHOST GUN LOOPHOLE Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "As we mark four years since the Parkland shooting, our country continues to mourn the seventeen lives lost to a senseless act of gun violence. Today & everyday, we stand with the victims' families & survivors & continue the work to keep our communities safe & #EndGunViolence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2022 Tweet - "As we remember the tragedy that struck Tucson eleven years ago today, I am keeping the victims of that horrific attack and those wounded that day, including my friend @GabbyGiffords , in my thoughts. House Democrats will continue our work to #EndGunViolence in America." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Menendez and Booker Join Democratic Senate and House Colleagues in Urging Education Secretary to Provide Guidance to Parents on Gun Storage Safety Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 15, 2021 Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Following Oxford High School Shooting, Van Hollen, Murphy, Thompson, Stabenow, Peters, Blumenthal, Slotkin Urge Department Of Education To Issue Guidance On Safe Gun Storage Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 14, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I wrote to the Capitol Police Board requesting a briefing on firearm regulations in House office buildings. In light of recent threats, I am asking the Board to clarify current regulations & consider banning firearms in committee & hearing rooms. https://bit.ly/3m4Uywz" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 9, 2021 Pascrell, Colleagues Introduce Federal Firearm Licensee Act Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
Oct. 4, 2021 Tweet - "Sending my deepest condolences to the family of Garry Stanley Sr., who passed away this weekend. Stanley dedicated 19 years of service as a firefighter in our community. My heart is with his brothers and sisters of @PGFDNews ." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 3, 2021 Tweet - "Two years ago today, 23 people lost their lives in El Paso, Texas. I join in thinking of their loved ones and urge my colleagues in the Senate to take up bipartisan, House-passed measures to #EndGunViolence including #HR8 and legislation to close the #CharlestonLoophole." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 20, 2021 Tweet - "During my weekly press conference, I told reporters that the House has a busy work period ahead. Bills relating to consumer protection, drinking water safety, & fulfilling our obligations to our Afghan allies are on the Floor this week & we will consider appropriations next week." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 12, 2021 Tweet - "I join in marking 5 yrs since the horrific mass shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando that killed 49 people. I'm glad the Senate joined the House in passing a bill to mark Pulse as a national memorial & look forward to seeing @POTUS sign it into law." Rep.Steny Hoyer
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