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July 10, 2019 Letter to Jason Torchinsky, Michael Bayes, Jessica F. Johnson - Whitehouse, Raskin Press Nra Law Firm on Possible Campaign Finance Violations Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 27, 2019 Approaching First Anniversary of Mass Shooting at Capital Gazette, Maryland Senators Renew Call for Gun Safety Legislation Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "This week, the House is debating another funding package that is ForThePeople. It will invest in our nation's infrastructure needs, expand access to affordable housing for families, and improve infrastructure's resiliency to climate change." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "An estimated 11,400 people have died from gun violence in the 114 days since the House passed HR8, bipartisan legislation to expand background checks for gun sales. Inaction is unacceptable. I strongly urge senatemajldr to take up and pass HR8 and HR1112. EndGunViolence" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 18, 2019 Murphy, Blumenthal, Dem Senators Seek Status of Group Discharge Applications Submitted by State AG's Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 17, 2019 Tweet - "It has been 4 years since the tragic shooting at Charleston's Emanuel AME Church. As we remember the #Emanuel9, comfort the survivors, and thank those who responded that day, let us recommit to overcoming the evils of hatred & racism and work to prevent #EndGunViolence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 13, 2019 Menendez, Markey and Deutch Call for Ban on 3D Printed Guns Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 13, 2019 Van Hollen, Raskin Lead Introduction of Handgun Purchaser Licensing Act Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 7, 2019 Tweet - "We cannot accept the epidemic of gun violence in our country. The House has acted by passing #HR8 & #HR112, commonsense legislation to #EndGunViolence. I urge Senate Republicans to take up & pass these bills now to prevent violence in our communities. #WearOrange #Enough" Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 2, 2019 Tweet - "Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day, a day to honor the victims and survivors of gun violence. House Dems passed bipartisan, comprehensive background checks legislation to help #EndGunViolence and continue to urge the Senate to take up and pass this legislation." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 31, 2019 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the tragic shooting in Virginia Beach. I extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the victims, and join in thanking the first responders for their quick response to this tragic event." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 8, 2019 Tweet - "I extend my deepest condolences to the students, teachers, & families of STEM School Highlands Ranch in CO & thank first responders on the scene yesterday. No student should have to fear for his or her life in the classroom. Congress must act to #EndGunViolence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2019 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg - Senator Menendez, Senators to Facebook: Ban on Gun Sales Not Enough without Enforcement Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 20th anniversary of the shooting at #Columbine High School. As we remember the victims & survivors, let us honor them by doing all we can to #EndGunViolence. I urge the Senate to take up & pass the bipartisan background checks bill passed by the House this year." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 29, 2019 Letter to Secretary Azar - Verify CDC's Firearm Injury Data Accuracy Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 27, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anniversary of the Shooting at Great Mills High School Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "There was a deeply moving #MarchForOurLives demonstration outside the Capitol today, one year after students marched across the country to demand action to #EndGunViolence. House Dems passed #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, & I urge the Senate to take it up & pass it." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "3 months into the Congress, Dems have passed legislation to clean up corruption in Washington & prevent gun violence. We're moving forward w additional bills to lower health care costs, raise wages, rebuild infrastructure & more. Take a look: http://bit.ly/2HI9eOM #ForthePeople" Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anniversary of the Shooting at Great Mills High School Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 20, 2019 Tweet - "On the one-year anniversary of the tragic shooting at Great Mills High School, I join in remembering Jaelynn Willey. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with Jaelynn's family, friends and classmates. #GreatMillsStrong https://bit.ly/2FiPGhm " Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 15, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Deadly Shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee - Menendez, Booker, Colleagues Urge Graham to Hold Hearings on Gun Violence Prevention Legislation Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "This morning, I opened my weekly press conference by telling reporters the House will begin consideration of #HR1, the #ForThePeople Act, on the Floor today. House Dems are following through on our promise that we will take action to return government to the people it serves." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 House Passes Resolution to Terminate President Trump's National Emergency, Takes Action to Prevent Gun Violence Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "After years of inaction by @HouseGOP, I'm proud to join my colleagues today to vote for the #HR1112, long-overdue legislation to close the #CharlestonLoophole & address gun violence. Building on the passage of #HR8, House Dems will honor the lives of the #Charleston9 with action." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Rep. Andy Harris' Statement on Gun Background Checks Bill Rep. Andy Harris
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats are taking action today--not another moment of silence, but action to #EndGunViolence. Many districts have been painfully affected by gun violence, including #MD05. Let us pass #HR8. Let the Senate pass it & @POTUS sign it. Let's make an effort to stop the carnage." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today was a good day for America. House Democrats passed #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, which will help end the epidemic of #gunviolence in our country. I urge the Senate to take up and pass this legislation without delay. #NeverAgain" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House will take historic action to prevent gun violence by passing H.R. 8, requiring background checks on all firearm sales. When I vote for this bill, I will be thinking of the thousands of Marylanders we've tragically lost to gun violence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2019 Providing for Consideration of H.R. Bipartisan Background Checks Act of and Providing for Consideration of H.R. Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2019 Rep. Jamie Raskin
Feb. 26, 2019 Tweet - "I opened my press conference this morning by discussing today's vote on @JoaquinCastrotx's resolution to terminate @realDonaldTrump's #FakeEmergency. I hope @HouseGOP votes for the Constitution and their conscience, not politics and their party." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 14, 2019 Tweet - "One year ago today, the #ParklandSchoolShooting upended the lives of students, teachers, administrators, & families of Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS. As we remember those who died, we mourn them & offer comfort to their families & community. #MSDStrong http://bit.ly/2Ie88w7" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 14, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 11, 2019 Tweet - "House Democrats are working to deliver #ForThePeople, holding hearings on protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions, #HR1, and legislation to #EndGunViolence, #ActOnClimate, & rebuild infrastructure. RT to spread the word." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 6, 2019 Tweet - "For years, House Dems have called for action to #EndGunViolence, & today @HouseJudiciary is holding a historic hearing on this issue. I look forward to bringing H.R. 8, legislation to expand background checks, to the Floor following committee consideration. #Enough #NeverAgain" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 6, 2019 Tweet - "It is offensive for any Member to claim that a costly and ineffective border wall will prevent gun violence in our country. We need commonsense, bipartisan measures to reduce gun violence, and millions of Americans agree that #EnoughisEnough and Congress must act." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 9, 2019 Tweet - " I was moved to share this morning with my good friend, the courageous @GabbyGiffords as House Democrats renamed our Cloakroom in her honor along with the late Rep. Leo Ryan. Democrats will continue to honor her with action on #HR8 to #EndGunViolence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2019 Hoyer Statement on House Democrats' Introduction of H.R. 8 Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 4, 2019 Rep. Jamie Raskin Joins House Committee on Rules Rep. Jamie Raskin
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "I agree with Ranking Member @BobbyScott that the Trump Admin's school safety report is not a serious effort to make students safer. We have an obligation to keep students safe from #GunViolence and protect their civil rights. The recommendations in this report do neither." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "6 years after 20 children & 6 educators were senselessly killed at #SandyHook Elementary, it is unacceptable that Congress has done nothing to #EndGunViolence. In their memory, the Dem-led Congress will take long overdue action to make our schools & communities safer. #NeverAgain" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 30, 2018 Tweet - "Today is the 25th anniversary of the #BradyBill, which established a 5-day waiting period and background checks for firearms. Congress must do more to #EndGunViolence, and House Democrats are committed to taking action when we take the Majority in the new year. #NeverAgain" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 28, 2018 Van Hollen Statement on Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Oct. 27, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the Shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 1, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Deadly Shooting in Las Vegas Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Abandon Proposals to Use Taxpayer Dollars to Arm Teachers Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - House Democrats to Secretary DeVos: Don't Spend Education Money on Guns Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos - Don't Spend Education Money on Guns Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 27, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the Shooting in Jacksonville, Florida Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 27, 2018 Tweet - "As details from #Jacksonville emerge, it appears our nation has suffered yet another preventable mass shooting. Inaction is unacceptable, and I continue to call on my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to work together to #EndGunViolence. #NeverAgain" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
July 10, 2019 Letter to Jason Torchinsky, Michael Bayes, Jessica F. Johnson - Whitehouse, Raskin Press Nra Law Firm on Possible Campaign Finance Violations Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 27, 2019 Approaching First Anniversary of Mass Shooting at Capital Gazette, Maryland Senators Renew Call for Gun Safety Legislation Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "This week, the House is debating another funding package that is ForThePeople. It will invest in our nation's infrastructure needs, expand access to affordable housing for families, and improve infrastructure's resiliency to climate change." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "An estimated 11,400 people have died from gun violence in the 114 days since the House passed HR8, bipartisan legislation to expand background checks for gun sales. Inaction is unacceptable. I strongly urge senatemajldr to take up and pass HR8 and HR1112. EndGunViolence" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 18, 2019 Murphy, Blumenthal, Dem Senators Seek Status of Group Discharge Applications Submitted by State AG's Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 17, 2019 Tweet - "It has been 4 years since the tragic shooting at Charleston's Emanuel AME Church. As we remember the #Emanuel9, comfort the survivors, and thank those who responded that day, let us recommit to overcoming the evils of hatred & racism and work to prevent #EndGunViolence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 13, 2019 Menendez, Markey and Deutch Call for Ban on 3D Printed Guns Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 13, 2019 Van Hollen, Raskin Lead Introduction of Handgun Purchaser Licensing Act Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 7, 2019 Tweet - "We cannot accept the epidemic of gun violence in our country. The House has acted by passing #HR8 & #HR112, commonsense legislation to #EndGunViolence. I urge Senate Republicans to take up & pass these bills now to prevent violence in our communities. #WearOrange #Enough" Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 2, 2019 Tweet - "Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day, a day to honor the victims and survivors of gun violence. House Dems passed bipartisan, comprehensive background checks legislation to help #EndGunViolence and continue to urge the Senate to take up and pass this legislation." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 31, 2019 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the tragic shooting in Virginia Beach. I extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the victims, and join in thanking the first responders for their quick response to this tragic event." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 8, 2019 Tweet - "I extend my deepest condolences to the students, teachers, & families of STEM School Highlands Ranch in CO & thank first responders on the scene yesterday. No student should have to fear for his or her life in the classroom. Congress must act to #EndGunViolence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2019 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg - Senator Menendez, Senators to Facebook: Ban on Gun Sales Not Enough without Enforcement Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 20th anniversary of the shooting at #Columbine High School. As we remember the victims & survivors, let us honor them by doing all we can to #EndGunViolence. I urge the Senate to take up & pass the bipartisan background checks bill passed by the House this year." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 29, 2019 Letter to Secretary Azar - Verify CDC's Firearm Injury Data Accuracy Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 27, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anniversary of the Shooting at Great Mills High School Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "There was a deeply moving #MarchForOurLives demonstration outside the Capitol today, one year after students marched across the country to demand action to #EndGunViolence. House Dems passed #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, & I urge the Senate to take it up & pass it." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "3 months into the Congress, Dems have passed legislation to clean up corruption in Washington & prevent gun violence. We're moving forward w additional bills to lower health care costs, raise wages, rebuild infrastructure & more. Take a look: http://bit.ly/2HI9eOM #ForthePeople" Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anniversary of the Shooting at Great Mills High School Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 20, 2019 Tweet - "On the one-year anniversary of the tragic shooting at Great Mills High School, I join in remembering Jaelynn Willey. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with Jaelynn's family, friends and classmates. #GreatMillsStrong https://bit.ly/2FiPGhm " Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 15, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Deadly Shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee - Menendez, Booker, Colleagues Urge Graham to Hold Hearings on Gun Violence Prevention Legislation Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "This morning, I opened my weekly press conference by telling reporters the House will begin consideration of #HR1, the #ForThePeople Act, on the Floor today. House Dems are following through on our promise that we will take action to return government to the people it serves." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 1, 2019 House Passes Resolution to Terminate President Trump's National Emergency, Takes Action to Prevent Gun Violence Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "After years of inaction by @HouseGOP, I'm proud to join my colleagues today to vote for the #HR1112, long-overdue legislation to close the #CharlestonLoophole & address gun violence. Building on the passage of #HR8, House Dems will honor the lives of the #Charleston9 with action." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Rep. Andy Harris' Statement on Gun Background Checks Bill Rep.Andy Harris
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats are taking action today--not another moment of silence, but action to #EndGunViolence. Many districts have been painfully affected by gun violence, including #MD05. Let us pass #HR8. Let the Senate pass it & @POTUS sign it. Let's make an effort to stop the carnage." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today was a good day for America. House Democrats passed #HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, which will help end the epidemic of #gunviolence in our country. I urge the Senate to take up and pass this legislation without delay. #NeverAgain" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House will take historic action to prevent gun violence by passing H.R. 8, requiring background checks on all firearm sales. When I vote for this bill, I will be thinking of the thousands of Marylanders we've tragically lost to gun violence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2019 Providing for Consideration of H.R. Bipartisan Background Checks Act of and Providing for Consideration of H.R. Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2019 Rep.Jamie Raskin
Feb. 26, 2019 Tweet - "I opened my press conference this morning by discussing today's vote on @JoaquinCastrotx's resolution to terminate @realDonaldTrump's #FakeEmergency. I hope @HouseGOP votes for the Constitution and their conscience, not politics and their party." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 14, 2019 Tweet - "One year ago today, the #ParklandSchoolShooting upended the lives of students, teachers, administrators, & families of Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS. As we remember those who died, we mourn them & offer comfort to their families & community. #MSDStrong http://bit.ly/2Ie88w7" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 14, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 11, 2019 Tweet - "House Democrats are working to deliver #ForThePeople, holding hearings on protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions, #HR1, and legislation to #EndGunViolence, #ActOnClimate, & rebuild infrastructure. RT to spread the word." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 6, 2019 Tweet - "For years, House Dems have called for action to #EndGunViolence, & today @HouseJudiciary is holding a historic hearing on this issue. I look forward to bringing H.R. 8, legislation to expand background checks, to the Floor following committee consideration. #Enough #NeverAgain" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 6, 2019 Tweet - "It is offensive for any Member to claim that a costly and ineffective border wall will prevent gun violence in our country. We need commonsense, bipartisan measures to reduce gun violence, and millions of Americans agree that #EnoughisEnough and Congress must act." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 9, 2019 Tweet - " I was moved to share this morning with my good friend, the courageous @GabbyGiffords as House Democrats renamed our Cloakroom in her honor along with the late Rep. Leo Ryan. Democrats will continue to honor her with action on #HR8 to #EndGunViolence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2019 Hoyer Statement on House Democrats' Introduction of H.R. 8 Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 4, 2019 Rep. Jamie Raskin Joins House Committee on Rules Rep.Jamie Raskin
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "I agree with Ranking Member @BobbyScott that the Trump Admin's school safety report is not a serious effort to make students safer. We have an obligation to keep students safe from #GunViolence and protect their civil rights. The recommendations in this report do neither." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "6 years after 20 children & 6 educators were senselessly killed at #SandyHook Elementary, it is unacceptable that Congress has done nothing to #EndGunViolence. In their memory, the Dem-led Congress will take long overdue action to make our schools & communities safer. #NeverAgain" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 30, 2018 Tweet - "Today is the 25th anniversary of the #BradyBill, which established a 5-day waiting period and background checks for firearms. Congress must do more to #EndGunViolence, and House Democrats are committed to taking action when we take the Majority in the new year. #NeverAgain" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 28, 2018 Van Hollen Statement on Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Oct. 27, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the Shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 1, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Deadly Shooting in Las Vegas Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Abandon Proposals to Use Taxpayer Dollars to Arm Teachers Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - House Democrats to Secretary DeVos: Don't Spend Education Money on Guns Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos - Don't Spend Education Money on Guns Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 27, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the Shooting in Jacksonville, Florida Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 27, 2018 Tweet - "As details from #Jacksonville emerge, it appears our nation has suffered yet another preventable mass shooting. Inaction is unacceptable, and I continue to call on my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to work together to #EndGunViolence. #NeverAgain" Rep.Steny Hoyer
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