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Aug. 26, 2022 Letter to Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Feinstein, Cardin, Colleagues Seek Details on State, DHS Plan to Increase Refugee Admissions Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 25, 2022 Tweet - "I join in applauding @POTUS ' plan to turn #DACA into a federal regulation, providing certainty to hardworking Dreamers across America, many of whom served as essential workers during the pandemic." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 15, 2022 Chairman Raskin Introduces Legislation Establishing Federal Anti-SLAPP Statute to Protect First Amendment Rights Rep. Jamie Raskin
Aug. 11, 2022 Letter to Samantha Power, Administrator of the US Agency for International Development - Cardin, Colleagues Urge USAID to Clarify the Continuation of International Family Planning and Health Programs Post-Dobbs Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 4, 2022 Van Hollen, Murray, Duckworth Introduce Bill to Help Women With Disabilities Access Reproductive Health Care Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Brittney Griner's sentence is unjust and unacceptable. I join in the calls for the Russian government to release Brittney from this wrongful detainment and return her home to her loved ones." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 3, 2022 Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Second Executive Order Protecting Reproductive Freedom Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 2, 2022 Feinstein, Kaine, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Federal Worker Rights Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2022 Letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - DelBene, Huffman Call on IRS to Review Tax-Exempt "Church Status' for Known Hate Group Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Durbin, Warnock, Senate Democrats Call on Biden Administration to Increase the Rate of Refugee Admissions Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2022 Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Successful Counterterrorism Strike Against Al-Qaeda Leader Ayman al-Zawahiri 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 27, 2022 Reps. Blumenauer, Harris, and Senators Feinstein, Grassley, and Schatz Applaud House Passage of Negotiated Bipartisan Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act Rep. Andy Harris, ...
July 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Robert M. Califf, Commissioner of the FDA - Senator Baldwin Voices Support for FDA's Proposed "Life-Saving" Ban on Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 22, 2022 Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, and Samantha Power, Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development - Expansion of Support for LGBTQI+ Rights in Latin America Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 21, 2022 Van Hollen, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Protect Access to Reproductive Health Care Funding Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 21, 2022 Van Hollen, Beyer Introduce Legislation to Improve Atf, Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 18, 2022 Hoyer Statement Announcing Floor Vote on the Respect for Marriage Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 15, 2022 Maryland Delegation Members Announce $1.25 Million to Prevent Youth Drug and Substance Use Across Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 14, 2022 Hoyer Statement on the Retirement of Chesapeake Bay Commission Executive Director Ann Pesiri Swanson Rep. Steny Hoyer
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 13, 2022 Norton, Raskin Announce Hearing on Their Bill to Remove Name of Segregationist Newlands from Chevy Chase Circle Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 13, 2022 Tweet - "Today, a statue of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, a Floridian educator, activist, & trailblazer for civil rights was unveiled in National Statuary Hall, the first Black woman to be honored in this way. I was proud to join my colleagues for the ceremony dedicating Dr. Bethune's statue." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States, and Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health & Human Services - Urging Biden Administration to Declare a National Public Health Emergency on Reproductive Rights Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 12, 2022 Members of the Latino Jewish Caucus Condemn Antisemitic Attack on Jewish Community in Massachusetts Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 12, 2022 Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Van Hollen, Leahy, Murphy, Durbin Press Administration for Answers on Us Review Into Death of American Journalist Shireen Abu Akleh Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 11, 2022 Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Former AFSCME President Jerry McEntee Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2022 Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, and Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Calling for Extension and Re-Designation of Venezuela for TPS Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 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 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 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 29, 2022 VAN HOLLEN AND CARDIN LEAD THE SENATE IN CELEBRATING THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEN'S LACROSSE TEAM'S NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 28, 2022 VAN HOLLEN, BOOKER INTRODUCE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AFRICAN AMERICAN CONTRIBUTIONS TO MUSIC Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 27, 2022 Letter to Brendan McGuire, Chief Counsel of the Rikers Island Interagency Task Force, Phillip Banks, Deputy Mayor for Public Safety of New York City - Chair Maloney, Chair Raskin, and Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Request Briefing from Rikers Task Force on Conditions at Rikers Island Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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 25, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Murray, Democrats Push Biden for "Bold Action" to Protect Abortion Access in a Post-Roe America Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 24, 2022 Tweet - "Today is a dark day for America & the freedom of women to make their own health care decisions. In striking down #RoevWade & Planned Parenthood v. Casey, SCOTUS' GOP-appointed justices ignored nearly 5 decades of precedent & Constitutional principles." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON THE BIPARTISAN SAFER COMMUNITIES ACT Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 24, 2022 Harris Issues Statement on Supreme Court Concealed Firearm's Ruling Rep. Andy Harris
June 23, 2022 Tweet - "This week I had the honor of meeting the winner of the #MD05 Congressional Art Competition, Liliana McGee. Liliana is a talented artist and her work is currently hanging up in the U.S. Capitol for Members and visitors to admire." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 23, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT RULING ON CONCEALED CARRY Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 23, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Decision Weakening Gun Safety Laws Rep. Steny Hoyer
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 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 Rep Lieu And Senator Menendez Lead Bicameral Resolution Honoring Refugees Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 21, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SENATE ACTION TO MOVE FORWARD ON GUN SAFETY LEGISLATION Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 21, 2022 VAN HOLLEN, MENENDEZ, LIEU INTRODUCE RESOLUTION IN OBSERVANCE OF WORLD REFUGEE DAY Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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Aug. 26, 2022 Letter to Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Feinstein, Cardin, Colleagues Seek Details on State, DHS Plan to Increase Refugee Admissions Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 25, 2022 Tweet - "I join in applauding @POTUS ' plan to turn #DACA into a federal regulation, providing certainty to hardworking Dreamers across America, many of whom served as essential workers during the pandemic." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 15, 2022 Chairman Raskin Introduces Legislation Establishing Federal Anti-SLAPP Statute to Protect First Amendment Rights Rep.Jamie Raskin
Aug. 11, 2022 Letter to Samantha Power, Administrator of the US Agency for International Development - Cardin, Colleagues Urge USAID to Clarify the Continuation of International Family Planning and Health Programs Post-Dobbs Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 4, 2022 Van Hollen, Murray, Duckworth Introduce Bill to Help Women With Disabilities Access Reproductive Health Care Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Brittney Griner's sentence is unjust and unacceptable. I join in the calls for the Russian government to release Brittney from this wrongful detainment and return her home to her loved ones." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 3, 2022 Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Second Executive Order Protecting Reproductive Freedom Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 2, 2022 Feinstein, Kaine, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Federal Worker Rights Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2022 Letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - DelBene, Huffman Call on IRS to Review Tax-Exempt "Church Status' for Known Hate Group Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Durbin, Warnock, Senate Democrats Call on Biden Administration to Increase the Rate of Refugee Admissions Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 1, 2022 Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Successful Counterterrorism Strike Against Al-Qaeda Leader Ayman al-Zawahiri 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 27, 2022 Reps. Blumenauer, Harris, and Senators Feinstein, Grassley, and Schatz Applaud House Passage of Negotiated Bipartisan Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act Rep.Andy Harris, ...
July 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Robert M. Califf, Commissioner of the FDA - Senator Baldwin Voices Support for FDA's Proposed "Life-Saving" Ban on Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 22, 2022 Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, and Samantha Power, Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development - Expansion of Support for LGBTQI+ Rights in Latin America Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 21, 2022 Van Hollen, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Protect Access to Reproductive Health Care Funding Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 21, 2022 Van Hollen, Beyer Introduce Legislation to Improve Atf, Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 18, 2022 Hoyer Statement Announcing Floor Vote on the Respect for Marriage Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 15, 2022 Maryland Delegation Members Announce $1.25 Million to Prevent Youth Drug and Substance Use Across Maryland Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 14, 2022 Hoyer Statement on the Retirement of Chesapeake Bay Commission Executive Director Ann Pesiri Swanson Rep.Steny Hoyer
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 13, 2022 Norton, Raskin Announce Hearing on Their Bill to Remove Name of Segregationist Newlands from Chevy Chase Circle Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 13, 2022 Tweet - "Today, a statue of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, a Floridian educator, activist, & trailblazer for civil rights was unveiled in National Statuary Hall, the first Black woman to be honored in this way. I was proud to join my colleagues for the ceremony dedicating Dr. Bethune's statue." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 13, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States, and Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health & Human Services - Urging Biden Administration to Declare a National Public Health Emergency on Reproductive Rights Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 12, 2022 Members of the Latino Jewish Caucus Condemn Antisemitic Attack on Jewish Community in Massachusetts Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 12, 2022 Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Van Hollen, Leahy, Murphy, Durbin Press Administration for Answers on Us Review Into Death of American Journalist Shireen Abu Akleh Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 11, 2022 Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Former AFSCME President Jerry McEntee Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 8, 2022 Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, and Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Calling for Extension and Re-Designation of Venezuela for TPS Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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 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 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 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 29, 2022 VAN HOLLEN AND CARDIN LEAD THE SENATE IN CELEBRATING THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEN'S LACROSSE TEAM'S NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 28, 2022 VAN HOLLEN, BOOKER INTRODUCE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AFRICAN AMERICAN CONTRIBUTIONS TO MUSIC Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 27, 2022 Letter to Brendan McGuire, Chief Counsel of the Rikers Island Interagency Task Force, Phillip Banks, Deputy Mayor for Public Safety of New York City - Chair Maloney, Chair Raskin, and Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Request Briefing from Rikers Task Force on Conditions at Rikers Island Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
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 25, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Murray, Democrats Push Biden for "Bold Action" to Protect Abortion Access in a Post-Roe America Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 24, 2022 Tweet - "Today is a dark day for America & the freedom of women to make their own health care decisions. In striking down #RoevWade & Planned Parenthood v. Casey, SCOTUS' GOP-appointed justices ignored nearly 5 decades of precedent & Constitutional principles." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 24, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON THE BIPARTISAN SAFER COMMUNITIES ACT Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 24, 2022 Harris Issues Statement on Supreme Court Concealed Firearm's Ruling Rep.Andy Harris
June 23, 2022 Tweet - "This week I had the honor of meeting the winner of the #MD05 Congressional Art Competition, Liliana McGee. Liliana is a talented artist and her work is currently hanging up in the U.S. Capitol for Members and visitors to admire." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 23, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT RULING ON CONCEALED CARRY Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 23, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Decision Weakening Gun Safety Laws Rep.Steny Hoyer
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 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 Rep Lieu And Senator Menendez Lead Bicameral Resolution Honoring Refugees Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 21, 2022 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SENATE ACTION TO MOVE FORWARD ON GUN SAFETY LEGISLATION Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 21, 2022 VAN HOLLEN, MENENDEZ, LIEU INTRODUCE RESOLUTION IN OBSERVANCE OF WORLD REFUGEE DAY Sen.Chris Van Hollen
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