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July 24, 2018
Hoyer: There Is No Reason Why the Trump Administration Would Pursue This Policy Other Than to Pander to the NRA
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2018
Tweet - "There is no reason why the Trump Administration would have decided to pursue this policy other than to pander to the NRA. This is shameful, dangerous, & inviting disaster in our communities. @RealDonaldTrump ought to reverse this decision immediately."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 11, 2018
Tweet - "Once again, the House paused to remember victims of #GunViolence. When will Republicans join us in saying #EnoughIsEnough? Congress must take action to keep Americans safe in school, in newsrooms, in movie theaters, in nightclubs, & public places across the country. #NeverAgain"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 28, 2018
Van Hollen Statement on Capital Gazette Shooting
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 13, 2018
Letter to Inspector General Hoecker - Democratic Senators Ask SEC Inspector General to Investigate Reported Remarks to Citibank on Firearms Policy
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 12, 2018
Tweet - "2 years ago today, 49 innocent people were killed when a gunman opened fire at #Pulse. My thoughts & prayers remain with their friends, family, & the #Orlando #LGBT & Latino communities. I continue to call for action to #EndGunViolence. #OrlandoStrong #Pulse49"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 8, 2018
Van Hollen, Cardin, Hoyer Announce New Federal Grant for Great Mills High School
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
May 24, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 21, 2018
A Moment of Silence is Not Enough
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 21, 2018
Tweet - "While America's students are tweeting about what would happen if they die in a school shooting, the House is taking a moment of silence following the Santa Fe shooting. Let me be clear: moments of silence are not enough. Congress must act. #IfIDieInASchoolShooting"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 18, 2018
Hoyer Statement on the School Shooting in Santa Fe, Texas
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 16, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 10, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2018
Letter to Timothy Sloan, Wells Fargo Chief Executive Officer and President, and various banks - Take Stand Against Gun Violence
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 27, 2018
Raskin Introduces Safer Act to Stop Firearms From Being Returned to People Whose Firearm Licenses Have Been Revoked
Rep. Jamie Raskin
April 12, 2018
Esty, Van Hollen, Murphy, Blumenthal, Kelly, Adams to Introduce Handgun Purchaser Licensing Act
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 21, 2018
Tweet - "I spoke to press this afternoon & reiterated my thanks to @FirstSheriff, @SMCPS_Supt, and @WaldenBH mental health professionals who worked so quickly to respond to the tragic shooting at Great Mills High School in #MD05. #WeAreGreatMills #HornetStrong"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 21, 2018
A Call for Action Against Gun Violence
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 20, 2018
Hoyer Statement on the Shooting at Great Mills High School
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 20, 2018
Van Hollen Statement on Great Mills High School Shooting
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 15, 2018
Letter to the Hon. Lamar Alexander, and the Hon. Patty Murray - Take Action On Legislation To Fund Gun Violence Research At CDC
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 14, 2018
Van Hollen Joins Maryland Students at Rally to Stop Gun Violence
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 14, 2018
Letter to the Hon Lamar Alexander, Chairman of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions and the Hon Patty Murray, Ranking Member of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions - Reed, Whitehouse Join Markey, Colleagues in Calling for Gun Violence Research Funding at CDC
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 14, 2018
Hoyer Statement on the STOP School Violence Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2018
Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Proposal to Arm Teachers and Put Firearms in the Classroom
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2018
Tweet - "The "school safety" proposals unveiled by the @WhiteHouse reflect the mistaken view that #GunViolence is only a problem affecting schools & arming teachers is an acceptable solution. http://bit.ly/2FNoSrE 1/3"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 8, 2018
Letter to the Hon Thad Cochran, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, the Hon Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, the Hon Roy Blunt, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies and the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon Patty Murray, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies and the Senate Appropriations Committee - Senator Cantwell, Colleagues Call for Increased Investment in Student Health, Safety
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 8, 2018
The Second Amendment
Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 8, 2018
Hoyer Discusses the Need for Commonsense Reforms to Address Gun Violence on CNN
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2018
Gun Violence in America
Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 7, 2018
Demand Serious Treatment of the Gun Violence Problem
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Feb. 28, 2018
Tweet - "With an overwhelming majority of Americans supporting universal background checks, I do not understand how GOP leaders can continue to ignore this crisis. I continue to urge @SpeakerRyan to allow a vote on this issue. #EndGunViolence"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 28, 2018
Hoyer Discusses the Urgent Need for Congressional Action to Address Gun Violence on CNN
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2018
Hoyer Cosponsors Assault Weapons Ban Legislation
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 14, 2018
Tweet - "I was again shocked & saddened to see an American school subjected to the horrors of gun violence today. How long before our nation comes together to address this crisis responsibly? #StonemanShooting http://bit.ly/2Bu6HVr 1/4"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 14, 2018
Tweet - "I am heartbroken by the #StonemanShooting & I continue to monitor reports. My thoughts & prayers are with the people of Broward County as well as law enforcement & first responders on the scene. Our nation must take action to address gun violence."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 3, 2018
Raskin Seeks House Rules Change to Require Moment of Silence for Each and Every Victim of Gun Violence in America
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Dec. 20, 2017
Letter to Speaker Paul Ryan, Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, and Majority Whip Steve Scalise - Opposing Removal of Concealed Carry Reciprocity
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Dec. 14, 2017
Hoyer Statement on the Five Year Anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2017
Letter to the Hon. Paul Ryan, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Minority Leader - Not to Restrict Gun Violence Research in Appropriations Package
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 6, 2017
Tweet - "I spoke on the Floor in opposition to a cynical bill that makes communities less safe by making it easier to hide dangerous firearms in public. I ask the @HouseGOP, what will it take to address gun violence instead of ignoring it? #StopCCR"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 6, 2017
U.S. House of Representatives Passes Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
Rep. Andy Harris
Dec. 6, 2017
Tweet - "Instead of funding the government, @HouseGOP is considering a cynical bill that will make everyone less safe -- and just months after the worst mass shooting in our nation's history."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 29, 2017
Hoyer: It Is Appalling that House Republicans Would Advance A Bill That Would Make Communities Less Safe From Gun Violence
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 15, 2017
Hirono Introduces Bill to Close Loophole in Military Justice System that Enables Convicted Abusers to Buy Guns
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 8, 2017
Van Hollen, Cardin Join Democratic Senators to Introduce Assault Weapons Ban
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 7, 2017
Tweet - "When speaking with reporters, I said thoughts & prayers are appropriate after the #TexasChurchMassacre, but certainly not enough."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 5, 2017
Tweet - "Heartbroken by horrific violence in #SutherlandSprings. Thoughts & prayers are not enough -- Congress must act."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date
Title
Politician
July 24, 2018
Hoyer: There Is No Reason Why the Trump Administration Would Pursue This Policy Other Than to Pander to the NRA
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2018
Tweet - "There is no reason why the Trump Administration would have decided to pursue this policy other than to pander to the NRA. This is shameful, dangerous, & inviting disaster in our communities. @RealDonaldTrump ought to reverse this decision immediately."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 11, 2018
Tweet - "Once again, the House paused to remember victims of #GunViolence. When will Republicans join us in saying #EnoughIsEnough? Congress must take action to keep Americans safe in school, in newsrooms, in movie theaters, in nightclubs, & public places across the country. #NeverAgain"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 28, 2018
Van Hollen Statement on Capital Gazette Shooting
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 13, 2018
Letter to Inspector General Hoecker - Democratic Senators Ask SEC Inspector General to Investigate Reported Remarks to Citibank on Firearms Policy
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 12, 2018
Tweet - "2 years ago today, 49 innocent people were killed when a gunman opened fire at #Pulse. My thoughts & prayers remain with their friends, family, & the #Orlando #LGBT & Latino communities. I continue to call for action to #EndGunViolence. #OrlandoStrong #Pulse49"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 8, 2018
Van Hollen, Cardin, Hoyer Announce New Federal Grant for Great Mills High School
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
May 24, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 21, 2018
A Moment of Silence is Not Enough
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 21, 2018
Tweet - "While America's students are tweeting about what would happen if they die in a school shooting, the House is taking a moment of silence following the Santa Fe shooting. Let me be clear: moments of silence are not enough. Congress must act. #IfIDieInASchoolShooting"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 18, 2018
Hoyer Statement on the School Shooting in Santa Fe, Texas
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 16, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 15, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 10, 2018
Sharing Students' `March for Our Lives' Remarks
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2018
Letter to Timothy Sloan, Wells Fargo Chief Executive Officer and President, and various banks - Take Stand Against Gun Violence
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 27, 2018
Raskin Introduces Safer Act to Stop Firearms From Being Returned to People Whose Firearm Licenses Have Been Revoked
Rep.Jamie Raskin
April 12, 2018
Esty, Van Hollen, Murphy, Blumenthal, Kelly, Adams to Introduce Handgun Purchaser Licensing Act
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 21, 2018
Tweet - "I spoke to press this afternoon & reiterated my thanks to @FirstSheriff, @SMCPS_Supt, and @WaldenBH mental health professionals who worked so quickly to respond to the tragic shooting at Great Mills High School in #MD05. #WeAreGreatMills #HornetStrong"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 21, 2018
A Call for Action Against Gun Violence
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 20, 2018
Hoyer Statement on the Shooting at Great Mills High School
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 20, 2018
Van Hollen Statement on Great Mills High School Shooting
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 15, 2018
Letter to the Hon. Lamar Alexander, and the Hon. Patty Murray - Take Action On Legislation To Fund Gun Violence Research At CDC
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 14, 2018
Van Hollen Joins Maryland Students at Rally to Stop Gun Violence
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 14, 2018
Letter to the Hon Lamar Alexander, Chairman of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions and the Hon Patty Murray, Ranking Member of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions - Reed, Whitehouse Join Markey, Colleagues in Calling for Gun Violence Research Funding at CDC
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 14, 2018
Hoyer Statement on the STOP School Violence Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2018
Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Proposal to Arm Teachers and Put Firearms in the Classroom
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2018
Tweet - "The "school safety" proposals unveiled by the @WhiteHouse reflect the mistaken view that #GunViolence is only a problem affecting schools & arming teachers is an acceptable solution. http://bit.ly/2FNoSrE 1/3"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 8, 2018
Letter to the Hon Thad Cochran, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, the Hon Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, the Hon Roy Blunt, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies and the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon Patty Murray, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies and the Senate Appropriations Committee - Senator Cantwell, Colleagues Call for Increased Investment in Student Health, Safety
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 8, 2018
The Second Amendment
Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 8, 2018
Hoyer Discusses the Need for Commonsense Reforms to Address Gun Violence on CNN
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 7, 2018
Gun Violence in America
Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 7, 2018
Demand Serious Treatment of the Gun Violence Problem
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Feb. 28, 2018
Tweet - "With an overwhelming majority of Americans supporting universal background checks, I do not understand how GOP leaders can continue to ignore this crisis. I continue to urge @SpeakerRyan to allow a vote on this issue. #EndGunViolence"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 28, 2018
Hoyer Discusses the Urgent Need for Congressional Action to Address Gun Violence on CNN
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 26, 2018
Hoyer Cosponsors Assault Weapons Ban Legislation
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 14, 2018
Tweet - "I was again shocked & saddened to see an American school subjected to the horrors of gun violence today. How long before our nation comes together to address this crisis responsibly? #StonemanShooting http://bit.ly/2Bu6HVr 1/4"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 14, 2018
Tweet - "I am heartbroken by the #StonemanShooting & I continue to monitor reports. My thoughts & prayers are with the people of Broward County as well as law enforcement & first responders on the scene. Our nation must take action to address gun violence."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 3, 2018
Raskin Seeks House Rules Change to Require Moment of Silence for Each and Every Victim of Gun Violence in America
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Dec. 20, 2017
Letter to Speaker Paul Ryan, Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, and Majority Whip Steve Scalise - Opposing Removal of Concealed Carry Reciprocity
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Dec. 14, 2017
Hoyer Statement on the Five Year Anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2017
Letter to the Hon. Paul Ryan, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Minority Leader - Not to Restrict Gun Violence Research in Appropriations Package
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 6, 2017
Tweet - "I spoke on the Floor in opposition to a cynical bill that makes communities less safe by making it easier to hide dangerous firearms in public. I ask the @HouseGOP, what will it take to address gun violence instead of ignoring it? #StopCCR"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 6, 2017
U.S. House of Representatives Passes Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
Rep.Andy Harris
Dec. 6, 2017
Tweet - "Instead of funding the government, @HouseGOP is considering a cynical bill that will make everyone less safe -- and just months after the worst mass shooting in our nation's history."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 29, 2017
Hoyer: It Is Appalling that House Republicans Would Advance A Bill That Would Make Communities Less Safe From Gun Violence
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 15, 2017
Hirono Introduces Bill to Close Loophole in Military Justice System that Enables Convicted Abusers to Buy Guns
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 8, 2017
Van Hollen, Cardin Join Democratic Senators to Introduce Assault Weapons Ban
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 7, 2017
Tweet - "When speaking with reporters, I said thoughts & prayers are appropriate after the #TexasChurchMassacre, but certainly not enough."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 5, 2017
Tweet - "Heartbroken by horrific violence in #SutherlandSprings. Thoughts & prayers are not enough -- Congress must act."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
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