×
Meet Civic Sage
Ask real questions about politics—and get clear, factual answers.
Civic Sage pulls directly from
Vote Smart's verified, nonpartisan research.
No opinions. No spin. Just trusted context.
Built with boundaries, on purpose
So you get facts you can trust.
You can ask about:
Your representatives & their biographies
Voting records, legislation, & ballots
Special interest groups & political influence
How government works
Start Chatting
Learn More
HAVE OUR BACKS
Sign Up
Already Registered?
face
lock_outline
×
Sign Up
Already Registered?
face
lock_outline
THE FACTS
BIO
BIO
VOTES
VOTES
POSITIONS
POSITIONS
RATINGS
RATINGS
Donate
No Thank You
OFFICIALS
LEGISLATION
INTEREST GROUPS
PUBLIC STATEMENTS
COMMITTEES
VETOES
Public Statements
Reset All Filters
Office
Congressional
Presidential
Congressional
Gubernatorial
State Legislative
Federal Judicial
Statewide
State Judicial
State
Maryland
Alabama
Alaska
American Samoa
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Guam
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
National
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Northern Mariana Islands
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Puerto Rico
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virgin Islands
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Issue
Labor Unions
All Issues
Abortion
Agriculture and Food
Animals and Wildlife
Arts, Entertainment, and History
Business and Consumers
Campaign Finance
Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
Constitution
Criminal Justice
Death Penalty
Defense
Drugs
Economy and Fiscal
Education
Elections
Employment and Affirmative Action
Energy
Entitlements and the Safety Net
Environment
Executive Branch
Family
Federal, State and Local Relations
Finance and Banking
Food Processing and Sales
Foreign Affairs
Foreign Aid
Gambling and Gaming
Government Budget and Spending
Government Operations
Guns
Health Insurance
Health and Health Care
Higher Education
Housing and Property
Immigration
Indigenous Peoples
Infrastructure
Judicial Branch
K-12 Education
Labor Unions
Legal
Legislative Branch
Marijuana
Marriage
Military Personnel
Minors and Children
Monetary Policy
National Security
Natural Resources
Oil and Gas
Religion
Reproduction
Science
Senior Citizens
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
Stem Cell Research
Taxes
Technology and Communication
Trade
Transportation
Unemployed and Low-Income
Veterans
Women
Limit results to:
Officials
Candidates
Date Range
Start Date
End Date
Apply
Keyword Search
enter search term
Search string must be longer than 3 characters.
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3
chevron_right
results per page:
50
75
50
25
Date
Title
Politician
Dec. 1, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Legislation to Avert a National Rail Shutdown
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 30, 2022
Mfume Votes to Support Rail Workers and Avert Devastating Supply Chain Shutdown
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
Nov. 30, 2022
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of Legislation to Prevent a National Rail Shutdown
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 15, 2022
Hoyer Statement on Tentative Rail Labor Agreement
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 12, 2022
Van Hollen, Casey, Wyden Introduce Bill to Crack Down on Corporate Union Busting
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 10, 2022
Letter to Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks - Markey Joins Booker, Brown Lead Group of 14 Senators Urging Starbucks CEO to Support Unionization Efforts
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 25, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Midtown-belvedere Starbucks Employees' Vote to Unionize
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 26, 2022
Letter to Doug Phelps, President and Executive Director of The Public Interest Network - Rep. Gomez Urges The Public Interest Network to Engage in Good Faith During Unionization Process
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 26, 2021
Tweet - "This evening, I joined House Democrats on the House Floor to honor the life of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, his lifelong advocacy for America's workers, & the legacy he leaves behind. Democrats remain committed to advocating for dignity and justice for all working Americans."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 6, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Labor Day
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 5, 2021
Hoyer Statement on the Passing of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 5, 2021
Tweet - "I was deeply saddened to learn of @AFLCIO President Richard Trumka's passing. I join in offering my condolence to his family & those in the AFL-CIO & United Mine Workers of America with whom he served & whose lives he touched over the years."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2021
Representatives, Union Leaders Call for Repeal of Cap on SALT Deduction that Has Unfairly Targeted Unions
Rep. Jamie Raskin
April 7, 2021
Tweet - "In order to Build Back Better, we must ensure that American workers have access to good-paying jobs that help them get ahead. That's why House Democrats passed the #PROAct again this year to expand opportunities and protect union workers' rights."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2021
Tweet - "Following a productive week in the House, including passing the #AmericanRescuePlan, the #PROAct, & legislation to address gun violence, I look forward to bringing these important priorities to the Floor next week."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 9, 2021
Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference I told reporters that the House will take up the #AmericanRescuePlan this week & send it to @POTUS to be signed into law. This comprehensive bill will have a positive impact on families & is supported by the overwhelming majority of Americans."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 9, 2021
Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 9, 2021
Tweet - "We need to make sure that the jobs available to Americans are ones that help them get ahead. The PRO Act is workers' rights legislation that working people in our country have waited too long for. The House will pass it today & send it to the Senate for our workers and families."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "Next week, the House of Representatives will take action on a number of priorities important to the American people. I look forward to bringing the #AmericanRescuePlan, the #PROAct, and urgent legislation to #EndGunViolence to the Floor."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 24, 2021
Tweet - "I just announced at my weekly press conference that the House will consider the PRO Act the week of March 8, legislation that affirms workers' right to organize and bargain collectively for better pay and benefits. I look forward to it passing with bipartisan support."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 8, 2021
Letter to Jeff Bezos, Chief Executive Officer of Amazon.com, Inc.; and Andy Jassy, Chief Executive Officer of Amazon Web Services - Menendez, Booker Urge Amazon to Recognize Workers Seeking Union Representation
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 5, 2021
Letter to Mr. Jeff Bezos, Chief Executive Officer of Amazon.Com and Andy Jassy, Chief Executive Officer of Amazon Web Services - Brown, Booker Lead Colleagues in Urging Amazon to Recognize Workers Seeking Union Representation Ahead of Key Nlrb Vote
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 7, 2020
Hoyer Statement on Labor Day
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2020
Letter to Peter Robb, National Labor Relations Board's General Counsel - Jayapal, Pocan Urge National Labor Relations Board to Take Immediate Action to Protect Workers Punished for Pandemic-Related Organizing Activity
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 1, 2020
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Maryland and D.C. State Council and International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 639 Endorse Hoyer for Re-Election
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 28, 2020
Hoyer Endorsed by Major Labor Unions
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 26, 2020
Hoyer Endorsed for Re-Election by 32BJ SEIU
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 21, 2020
Hoyer Endorsed by Key Public Sector Labor Organizations
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 19, 2020
Hoyer Endorsed by Seafarers International Union
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2020
Tweet - "I stand with @GoIUPAT & @iupat_dc51 in support of protecting construction workers during this crisis. We must not leave them behind as we respond to the pandemic, especially when it comes to health coverage. More must be done to meet their needs in the next coronavirus bill."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 4, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the United States Department of Defense - U.S. Senator Tina Smith & Democratic Senate Colleagues Defend Right of Department of Defense Civilian Workers to Engage in Collective Bargaining
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 6, 2020
Tweet - "Stronger unions mean higher wages, safer workplaces, better benefits, and a more secure retirement for workers. That's why House Dems are passing the #PROAct to protect the right to organize and bargain collectively. I'm proud to bring this important bill to the Floor today."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 6, 2020
Tweet - "I am proud to support the #PROAct, which will protect workers' right to organize and bargain collectively. That right is at the heart of American opportunity. It is what made prosperity possible for generations of working people and their families."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 22, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Menendez, Booker Press EPA on Abrupt End to Contract Negotiations with Employee Union
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 5, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker United States House of Representatives, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Mike Quigley, Chairman Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government - Raskin Leads 217 Members in Supporting Federal Workers' Collective Bargaining Rights
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 1, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Durbin, Duckworth Urge VA Secretary To End Anti-Worker, Anti-Union Negotiation Tactics
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 31, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges VA Secretary to End Anti-Worker, Anti-Union Tactics
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2019
Letter to Andrew M. Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Van Hollen, Cardin Lead Full Democratic Caucus in Urging Social Security Administrator to Respect Employees and Their Unions
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 17, 2019
Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Hear from Union Leaders about the Trump Administration's Ongoing Attacks on Federal Workers
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
June 26, 2019
Cortez Masto Cosponsors Legislation to Strengthen Rights of Public Sector Workers to Join Unions, Bargain Collectively
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 4, 2019
Van Hollen Statement for The Record on Confirmation of Andrew Saul
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
May 22, 2019
Pocan and Schakowsky Lead More than 70 Members of Congress in Calling on Boeing to Release Information on Anti-Union Activity
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 21, 2019
Letter to Secretary Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Brown, Sanders, Murray Lead 20 Senators In Urging Labor Dept To Withdraw Proposed Rule That Would Deny Millions Of Workers Overtime Pay They Have Earned
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 7, 2019
Hoyer Meets With Stand With Parkland to Discuss House Democrats' Work to End Gun Violence
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 14, 2019
Letter to Acting Commissioner Berryhill, SSA - Abandonment of Anti-Union Policies
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 28, 2018
Letter to Dennis Muilenburg, Chairman, President, and CEO of the Boeing Company and Robert Martinez, President of IAMAW - SC Members of Congress Respond to Boeing Letter
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 26, 2018
National Capital Delegation Meets With Representatives from Federal Employee Unions
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Aug. 29, 2018
Letter to Dennis Muilenburg, Chairman, President, and CEO of the Boeing Company - Senators Urge Boeing to Respect Workers' Rights to Unionize, Begin Collective Bargaining
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2018
Letter to the Hon. Alexander Acosta, Secretary of Labor and the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget - 47 Democrats Caution DOL About Plans to Weaken Hazardous Work Protections for Young Workers
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 25, 2018
Letter to David Fabian Black, Social Security Administration - Van Hollen, Cardin Demand Answers from SSA's Treatment of Unions and Federal Employees
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Date
Title
Politician
Dec. 1, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Legislation to Avert a National Rail Shutdown
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 30, 2022
Mfume Votes to Support Rail Workers and Avert Devastating Supply Chain Shutdown
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
Nov. 30, 2022
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of Legislation to Prevent a National Rail Shutdown
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 15, 2022
Hoyer Statement on Tentative Rail Labor Agreement
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 12, 2022
Van Hollen, Casey, Wyden Introduce Bill to Crack Down on Corporate Union Busting
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
May 10, 2022
Letter to Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks - Markey Joins Booker, Brown Lead Group of 14 Senators Urging Starbucks CEO to Support Unionization Efforts
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 25, 2022
Van Hollen Statement on Midtown-belvedere Starbucks Employees' Vote to Unionize
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 26, 2022
Letter to Doug Phelps, President and Executive Director of The Public Interest Network - Rep. Gomez Urges The Public Interest Network to Engage in Good Faith During Unionization Process
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 26, 2021
Tweet - "This evening, I joined House Democrats on the House Floor to honor the life of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, his lifelong advocacy for America's workers, & the legacy he leaves behind. Democrats remain committed to advocating for dignity and justice for all working Americans."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 6, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Labor Day
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 5, 2021
Hoyer Statement on the Passing of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 5, 2021
Tweet - "I was deeply saddened to learn of @AFLCIO President Richard Trumka's passing. I join in offering my condolence to his family & those in the AFL-CIO & United Mine Workers of America with whom he served & whose lives he touched over the years."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2021
Representatives, Union Leaders Call for Repeal of Cap on SALT Deduction that Has Unfairly Targeted Unions
Rep.Jamie Raskin
April 7, 2021
Tweet - "In order to Build Back Better, we must ensure that American workers have access to good-paying jobs that help them get ahead. That's why House Democrats passed the #PROAct again this year to expand opportunities and protect union workers' rights."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2021
Tweet - "Following a productive week in the House, including passing the #AmericanRescuePlan, the #PROAct, & legislation to address gun violence, I look forward to bringing these important priorities to the Floor next week."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 9, 2021
Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference I told reporters that the House will take up the #AmericanRescuePlan this week & send it to @POTUS to be signed into law. This comprehensive bill will have a positive impact on families & is supported by the overwhelming majority of Americans."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 9, 2021
Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 9, 2021
Tweet - "We need to make sure that the jobs available to Americans are ones that help them get ahead. The PRO Act is workers' rights legislation that working people in our country have waited too long for. The House will pass it today & send it to the Senate for our workers and families."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "Next week, the House of Representatives will take action on a number of priorities important to the American people. I look forward to bringing the #AmericanRescuePlan, the #PROAct, and urgent legislation to #EndGunViolence to the Floor."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 24, 2021
Tweet - "I just announced at my weekly press conference that the House will consider the PRO Act the week of March 8, legislation that affirms workers' right to organize and bargain collectively for better pay and benefits. I look forward to it passing with bipartisan support."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 8, 2021
Letter to Jeff Bezos, Chief Executive Officer of Amazon.com, Inc.; and Andy Jassy, Chief Executive Officer of Amazon Web Services - Menendez, Booker Urge Amazon to Recognize Workers Seeking Union Representation
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 5, 2021
Letter to Mr. Jeff Bezos, Chief Executive Officer of Amazon.Com and Andy Jassy, Chief Executive Officer of Amazon Web Services - Brown, Booker Lead Colleagues in Urging Amazon to Recognize Workers Seeking Union Representation Ahead of Key Nlrb Vote
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 7, 2020
Hoyer Statement on Labor Day
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2020
Letter to Peter Robb, National Labor Relations Board's General Counsel - Jayapal, Pocan Urge National Labor Relations Board to Take Immediate Action to Protect Workers Punished for Pandemic-Related Organizing Activity
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 1, 2020
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Maryland and D.C. State Council and International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 639 Endorse Hoyer for Re-Election
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 28, 2020
Hoyer Endorsed by Major Labor Unions
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 26, 2020
Hoyer Endorsed for Re-Election by 32BJ SEIU
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 21, 2020
Hoyer Endorsed by Key Public Sector Labor Organizations
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 19, 2020
Hoyer Endorsed by Seafarers International Union
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 5, 2020
Tweet - "I stand with @GoIUPAT & @iupat_dc51 in support of protecting construction workers during this crisis. We must not leave them behind as we respond to the pandemic, especially when it comes to health coverage. More must be done to meet their needs in the next coronavirus bill."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 4, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the United States Department of Defense - U.S. Senator Tina Smith & Democratic Senate Colleagues Defend Right of Department of Defense Civilian Workers to Engage in Collective Bargaining
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 6, 2020
Tweet - "Stronger unions mean higher wages, safer workplaces, better benefits, and a more secure retirement for workers. That's why House Dems are passing the #PROAct to protect the right to organize and bargain collectively. I'm proud to bring this important bill to the Floor today."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 6, 2020
Tweet - "I am proud to support the #PROAct, which will protect workers' right to organize and bargain collectively. That right is at the heart of American opportunity. It is what made prosperity possible for generations of working people and their families."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 22, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Menendez, Booker Press EPA on Abrupt End to Contract Negotiations with Employee Union
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 5, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker United States House of Representatives, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Mike Quigley, Chairman Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government - Raskin Leads 217 Members in Supporting Federal Workers' Collective Bargaining Rights
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 1, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Durbin, Duckworth Urge VA Secretary To End Anti-Worker, Anti-Union Negotiation Tactics
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 31, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges VA Secretary to End Anti-Worker, Anti-Union Tactics
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2019
Letter to Andrew M. Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Van Hollen, Cardin Lead Full Democratic Caucus in Urging Social Security Administrator to Respect Employees and Their Unions
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 17, 2019
Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Hear from Union Leaders about the Trump Administration's Ongoing Attacks on Federal Workers
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
June 26, 2019
Cortez Masto Cosponsors Legislation to Strengthen Rights of Public Sector Workers to Join Unions, Bargain Collectively
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 4, 2019
Van Hollen Statement for The Record on Confirmation of Andrew Saul
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
May 22, 2019
Pocan and Schakowsky Lead More than 70 Members of Congress in Calling on Boeing to Release Information on Anti-Union Activity
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 21, 2019
Letter to Secretary Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Brown, Sanders, Murray Lead 20 Senators In Urging Labor Dept To Withdraw Proposed Rule That Would Deny Millions Of Workers Overtime Pay They Have Earned
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 7, 2019
Hoyer Meets With Stand With Parkland to Discuss House Democrats' Work to End Gun Violence
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 14, 2019
Letter to Acting Commissioner Berryhill, SSA - Abandonment of Anti-Union Policies
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 28, 2018
Letter to Dennis Muilenburg, Chairman, President, and CEO of the Boeing Company and Robert Martinez, President of IAMAW - SC Members of Congress Respond to Boeing Letter
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 26, 2018
National Capital Delegation Meets With Representatives from Federal Employee Unions
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Aug. 29, 2018
Letter to Dennis Muilenburg, Chairman, President, and CEO of the Boeing Company - Senators Urge Boeing to Respect Workers' Rights to Unionize, Begin Collective Bargaining
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2018
Letter to the Hon. Alexander Acosta, Secretary of Labor and the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget - 47 Democrats Caution DOL About Plans to Weaken Hazardous Work Protections for Young Workers
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 25, 2018
Letter to David Fabian Black, Social Security Administration - Van Hollen, Cardin Demand Answers from SSA's Treatment of Unions and Federal Employees
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3
chevron_right
clear
Log in
face
lock_outline
face
person
person_outline
email
lock
lock_outline
Enter the same password as above, for verification.
arrow_upward