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June 17, 2022
VAN HOLLEN, WARNER, COLLEAGUES INTRODUCE BILL TO BOOST ECONOMIC GROWTH IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
April 28, 2022
Reps. Lee, Hoyer Host Poverty Task Force Meeting to Discuss the Role of Universal Pre-K in Reducing Child Poverty
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
March 1, 2022
Letter to Hon. Thomas Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture U.S. Department of Agriculture - Senators Warnock, Warren, Sanders, Padilla, Murphy, Lawson, Hayes, Torres, Colleagues Urge USDA to Issue Clearer Guidance that Informs Students of Their SNAP Benefits
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2022
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary U.S. Department of Agriculture - Representatives Young, Moore Lead 112 House and Senate Colleagues in Urging USDA to Update the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Food Packages, Ensure Access to Healthy Food for Low-Income Families
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 14, 2021
Tweet - "Glad to see that new weekly UI claims have dropped below 300k, a substantial change from the # of claims at the beginning of COVID-19. This recovery shows that @POTUS ' & House Dems' agenda is working, & we will continue efforts to ensure workers & families can #BuildBackBetter."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2021
Meng, Markey and Van Hollen Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Close the Homework Gap, Ensure Students Continue to Receive Needed Internet Access After the COVID-19 Pandemic Ends
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 20, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Urging Creation of Civilian Climate Corps
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 15, 2021
Tweet - "Today marks another milestone in our nation's economic recovery from the COVID19 pandemic, as jobless claims dropped to a pandemic low. House Dems willl continue to work closely alongside the Biden Admin to give our communities the tools they need to #BuildBackBetter."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 9, 2021
Harris Announces $10 Million Head Start Grant to Shore Up!
Rep. Andy Harris
July 9, 2021
Harris Announces $10 Million Head Start Grant to Shore Up!
Rep. Andy Harris
July 8, 2021
Letter to Hon. Patty Murray, Chair of Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies and Hon. Roy Blunt, Ranking Member of Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - Baldwin, Collins, Tester Lead Bipartisan Push for TRIO Program Funding to Assist First-Generation, Low-Income College Students
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 29, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Lloyd J. Austin, Secretary of the Department of Defense, the Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and the Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - McGovern, Reschenthaler Lead Bipartisan Effort Urging Departments of Defense, Veterans Affairs, and Agriculture to Address Food Insecurity Among Military Families
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 14, 2021
Tweet - ".@GovLarryHogan was wrong to end emergency enhanced unemployment benefits. His decision creates unnecessary hardship for struggling Marylanders and leaves money already allocated for individuals in our state on the table. He should reverse this decision."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2021
Tweet - ".@GovLarryHogan's decision to end enhanced unemployment benefits will not only harm struggling families in #MD05, but also hurt MD's economy. According to @JECDems, this will cost our economy in MD $877 million. I urge the Governor to reverse this decision."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 2, 2021
Tweet - "Governor Hogan's decision to end enhanced unemployment benefits for thousands of Marylanders is extremely short-sighted. Instead of using this financial lifeline to help Marylanders, Governor Hogan's decision hurts the households that need it most."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 2, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Urges Governor Hogan to Reconsider Surprise Decision to Cut Off Federal Unemployment Assistance Early
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 2, 2021
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture, Hon. Marcia Fudge, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Jennifer Rosenworcel, Acting Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission - Heinrich, Luján Join Group Of 19 Senators In Calling on Federal Agencies To Share Data, Work Together To Expand Access To High-Speed Internet
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 1, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Governor Hogan Ending Enhanced Unemployment Benefits
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 18, 2021
Tweet - "We have seen enhanced unemployment benefits help workers, families, and the economy by keeping the lights on and food on the table during COVID-19. Read more about how GOP governors are trying to cut this necessary lifeline for working Americans:"
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 18, 2021
Tweet - "At my weekly press conference, I told reporters that the House will consider two important pieces of legislation this week to respond to the terrorist attack at the Capitol on January 6: a bipartisan commission to investigate what happened & funding to secure the Capitol complex."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2021
Tweet - "Pleased by today's @USTreasury announcement that monthly #ChildTaxCredit payments, enacted by the #AmericanRescuePlan, will start July 15. Nearly 90% of kids belong to families that won't have to take action to receive this tax relief, and many will receive it via direct deposit."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Menendez, Booker Join Democratic Colleagues In Support Of HHS Title X Rule To Reverse The Trump Administration's Gag Rule
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 27, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $12.8 Million from American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Homeless Students
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2021
Tweet - "The #AmericanRescuePlan works #ForThePeople by expanding the Child Tax Credit, which will make it easier for struggling families to make ends meet during this pandemic and will lift thousands of Maryland children out of poverty."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
ICYMI: Raskin Hosts Tele-Town Hall On American Rescue Plan
Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 3, 2021
Letter to Honorable Charles Schumer, Majority Leader - Duckworth, Durbin & Colleagues Advocate to Protect Americans from Losing Access to Vital Utilities During Pandemic
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 25, 2021
Tweet - "An additional 730K Americans filed for UI claims last week, highlighting just how severe the economic fallout of this pandemic continues to be. The #AmericanRescuePlan will strengthen our economy and help families, and I look forward to bringing this bill to the Floor tomorrow."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, and the Hon. John Yarmuth, Chairman, House Budget Committee, and the Hon. James McGovern, Chairman, House Rules Committee - Rep. Susie Lee Urges House Leadership to Include Legislation That Would Prevent Surprise Tax Bills for Unemployed Nevadans in COVID Relief Package
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Feb. 11, 2021
Tweet - "This week's UI claims report illustrates the depth of this crisis, with 793,000 new claims. Delaying action won't help the 20 million Americans receiving UI assistance. Democrats are working swiftly to pass @POTUS' American Rescue Plan to end the pandemic & restore our economy."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 8, 2021
Tweet - "I joined @RepBarbaraLee today in applauding House Democrats' Child Tax Credit proposal. This will go a long way in our fight against child poverty in the face of this unprecedented public health and economic crisis."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 8, 2021
Hoyer, Lee Applaud Congressional Proposal to Expand Child Tax Credit, Reduce Child Poverty
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Feb. 4, 2021
Tweet - "There are 18 million Americans on all unemployment programs & an additional 779,000 UI claims were filed last week. The economic picture for Americans is bleak, which is why Dems will advance @POTUS' American Rescue Plan to put this pandemic behind us & revitalize our economy."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 9, 2021
Tweet - "Yesterday's #jobsreport shows women & people of color were hit hardest when it comes to job losses, making clear that economic disparities continue to be exacerbated by this pandemic. As we get through this crisis & recover, we must ensure we build an economy that works for all."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2021
Hoyer Statement on December Jobs Report
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2020
Tweet - "Last week, the country saw another jump in jobless claims and 1.6 million workers were added to the more than 20 million Americans on all unemployment programs, 12 million of whom risk losing this support in 9 days. We must pass COVID-19 relief that extends UI now."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 15, 2020
Tweet - "The day after Christmas, 12 million Americans will receive their last emergency unemployment check. The consequences will be severe and immediate for families and the entire economy. Time is up on GOP intransigence. We must pass COVID-19 relief this week."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 11, 2020
Letter to President Donald Trump, President of the United States - Reps. Kildee, Davis Lead 75 Members of Congress Urging Trump Administration to Extend Unemployment Benefits
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 10, 2020
Tweet - "This week's unemployment insurance claims report ought to set off alarm bells across the country. It is clear that Republicans' obstruction of COVID-19 relief has had a severely negative impact on employment, which is worsening."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 10, 2020
Tweet - "Food banks have been a lifeline for millions of families during this pandemic. As they run out of money & resources, too many Americans will go hungry this holiday season. It is essential we reach an agreement on COVID-19 relief."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 3, 2020
Tweet - "Over 700K workers filed new jobless claims last week & the number of Americans on UI programs is still over 20 million. More than 12 million of them are staring into a steeper hardship of being thrown off of CARES emergency UI assistance when it expires the day after Christmas."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 2, 2020
Letter to Honorable Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader and Honorable Charles Schumer, Democratic Leader - Gillibrand Urges Senate Leadership To Extend Enhanced Unemployment Benefits In Next Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 1, 2020
Letter to Honorable Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader and Honorable Charles Schumer, Minority Leader - Rosen, Cortez Masto Urge Senate Leadership to Extend Unemployment Programs in Forthcoming COVID Relief Legislation
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 1, 2020
Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and Hon. Charles Schumer - Sinema to Senate Leaders: Extend Cares Act Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 25, 2020
Tweet - "For the second consecutive week, new jobless claims increased as the pandemic surges around the country. The number of workers on all UI programs is still over 20M, with half a million more Americans added to the emergency eligibility programs set to expire next month."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 19, 2020
Tweet - "We should all be deeply concerned that new jobless claims increased to 742,000 last week. Over 20 million American workers are on UI programs, and 12 million of them are set to fall off a financial cliff in December unless Congress acts to extend emergency CARES Act eligibility."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 12, 2020
Tweet - "Emergency unemployment programs are set to expire next month, which means the end of remaining weekly unemployment assistance for millions of families. This assistance is critical to helping families stay afloat and keep our economy moving."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 10, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Announce $100,000 to Assist Low-Income Families in Anne Arundel, Charles Counties with Home Repairs
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 5, 2020
Tweet - "751k more jobs were lost last week & 1 in 6 workers are relying on unemployment insurance to get by. This crisis is not over & the need for relief is clear. The GOP has delayed long enough. We must reach agreement on legislation that addresses the economic impact of this crisis."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 26, 2020
Letter to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue - Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Members Call on Trump Administration to Reverse Devastating Cuts to Food Aid for Thousands of Maryland Families
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
Oct. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Nearly 900K new unemployment claims were filed last week, continuing the unacceptably high numbers of Americans needing assistance, but Republicans say "you're on your own." The time to act is now; we must reach agreement on a coronavirus relief bill."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date
Title
Politician
June 17, 2022
VAN HOLLEN, WARNER, COLLEAGUES INTRODUCE BILL TO BOOST ECONOMIC GROWTH IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
April 28, 2022
Reps. Lee, Hoyer Host Poverty Task Force Meeting to Discuss the Role of Universal Pre-K in Reducing Child Poverty
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
March 1, 2022
Letter to Hon. Thomas Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture U.S. Department of Agriculture - Senators Warnock, Warren, Sanders, Padilla, Murphy, Lawson, Hayes, Torres, Colleagues Urge USDA to Issue Clearer Guidance that Informs Students of Their SNAP Benefits
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 1, 2022
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary U.S. Department of Agriculture - Representatives Young, Moore Lead 112 House and Senate Colleagues in Urging USDA to Update the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Food Packages, Ensure Access to Healthy Food for Low-Income Families
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 14, 2021
Tweet - "Glad to see that new weekly UI claims have dropped below 300k, a substantial change from the # of claims at the beginning of COVID-19. This recovery shows that @POTUS ' & House Dems' agenda is working, & we will continue efforts to ensure workers & families can #BuildBackBetter."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 22, 2021
Meng, Markey and Van Hollen Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Close the Homework Gap, Ensure Students Continue to Receive Needed Internet Access After the COVID-19 Pandemic Ends
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 20, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Urging Creation of Civilian Climate Corps
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 15, 2021
Tweet - "Today marks another milestone in our nation's economic recovery from the COVID19 pandemic, as jobless claims dropped to a pandemic low. House Dems willl continue to work closely alongside the Biden Admin to give our communities the tools they need to #BuildBackBetter."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 9, 2021
Harris Announces $10 Million Head Start Grant to Shore Up!
Rep.Andy Harris
July 9, 2021
Harris Announces $10 Million Head Start Grant to Shore Up!
Rep.Andy Harris
July 8, 2021
Letter to Hon. Patty Murray, Chair of Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies and Hon. Roy Blunt, Ranking Member of Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - Baldwin, Collins, Tester Lead Bipartisan Push for TRIO Program Funding to Assist First-Generation, Low-Income College Students
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 29, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Lloyd J. Austin, Secretary of the Department of Defense, the Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and the Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - McGovern, Reschenthaler Lead Bipartisan Effort Urging Departments of Defense, Veterans Affairs, and Agriculture to Address Food Insecurity Among Military Families
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 14, 2021
Tweet - ".@GovLarryHogan was wrong to end emergency enhanced unemployment benefits. His decision creates unnecessary hardship for struggling Marylanders and leaves money already allocated for individuals in our state on the table. He should reverse this decision."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2021
Tweet - ".@GovLarryHogan's decision to end enhanced unemployment benefits will not only harm struggling families in #MD05, but also hurt MD's economy. According to @JECDems, this will cost our economy in MD $877 million. I urge the Governor to reverse this decision."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 2, 2021
Tweet - "Governor Hogan's decision to end enhanced unemployment benefits for thousands of Marylanders is extremely short-sighted. Instead of using this financial lifeline to help Marylanders, Governor Hogan's decision hurts the households that need it most."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 2, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Urges Governor Hogan to Reconsider Surprise Decision to Cut Off Federal Unemployment Assistance Early
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 2, 2021
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture, Hon. Marcia Fudge, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Jennifer Rosenworcel, Acting Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission - Heinrich, Luján Join Group Of 19 Senators In Calling on Federal Agencies To Share Data, Work Together To Expand Access To High-Speed Internet
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 1, 2021
Hoyer Statement on Governor Hogan Ending Enhanced Unemployment Benefits
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 18, 2021
Tweet - "We have seen enhanced unemployment benefits help workers, families, and the economy by keeping the lights on and food on the table during COVID-19. Read more about how GOP governors are trying to cut this necessary lifeline for working Americans:"
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 18, 2021
Tweet - "At my weekly press conference, I told reporters that the House will consider two important pieces of legislation this week to respond to the terrorist attack at the Capitol on January 6: a bipartisan commission to investigate what happened & funding to secure the Capitol complex."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2021
Tweet - "Pleased by today's @USTreasury announcement that monthly #ChildTaxCredit payments, enacted by the #AmericanRescuePlan, will start July 15. Nearly 90% of kids belong to families that won't have to take action to receive this tax relief, and many will receive it via direct deposit."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 17, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Menendez, Booker Join Democratic Colleagues In Support Of HHS Title X Rule To Reverse The Trump Administration's Gag Rule
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 27, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $12.8 Million from American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Homeless Students
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2021
Tweet - "The #AmericanRescuePlan works #ForThePeople by expanding the Child Tax Credit, which will make it easier for struggling families to make ends meet during this pandemic and will lift thousands of Maryland children out of poverty."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 17, 2021
ICYMI: Raskin Hosts Tele-Town Hall On American Rescue Plan
Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 3, 2021
Letter to Honorable Charles Schumer, Majority Leader - Duckworth, Durbin & Colleagues Advocate to Protect Americans from Losing Access to Vital Utilities During Pandemic
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 25, 2021
Tweet - "An additional 730K Americans filed for UI claims last week, highlighting just how severe the economic fallout of this pandemic continues to be. The #AmericanRescuePlan will strengthen our economy and help families, and I look forward to bringing this bill to the Floor tomorrow."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, and the Hon. John Yarmuth, Chairman, House Budget Committee, and the Hon. James McGovern, Chairman, House Rules Committee - Rep. Susie Lee Urges House Leadership to Include Legislation That Would Prevent Surprise Tax Bills for Unemployed Nevadans in COVID Relief Package
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Feb. 11, 2021
Tweet - "This week's UI claims report illustrates the depth of this crisis, with 793,000 new claims. Delaying action won't help the 20 million Americans receiving UI assistance. Democrats are working swiftly to pass @POTUS' American Rescue Plan to end the pandemic & restore our economy."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 8, 2021
Tweet - "I joined @RepBarbaraLee today in applauding House Democrats' Child Tax Credit proposal. This will go a long way in our fight against child poverty in the face of this unprecedented public health and economic crisis."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 8, 2021
Hoyer, Lee Applaud Congressional Proposal to Expand Child Tax Credit, Reduce Child Poverty
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Feb. 4, 2021
Tweet - "There are 18 million Americans on all unemployment programs & an additional 779,000 UI claims were filed last week. The economic picture for Americans is bleak, which is why Dems will advance @POTUS' American Rescue Plan to put this pandemic behind us & revitalize our economy."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 9, 2021
Tweet - "Yesterday's #jobsreport shows women & people of color were hit hardest when it comes to job losses, making clear that economic disparities continue to be exacerbated by this pandemic. As we get through this crisis & recover, we must ensure we build an economy that works for all."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2021
Hoyer Statement on December Jobs Report
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2020
Tweet - "Last week, the country saw another jump in jobless claims and 1.6 million workers were added to the more than 20 million Americans on all unemployment programs, 12 million of whom risk losing this support in 9 days. We must pass COVID-19 relief that extends UI now."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 15, 2020
Tweet - "The day after Christmas, 12 million Americans will receive their last emergency unemployment check. The consequences will be severe and immediate for families and the entire economy. Time is up on GOP intransigence. We must pass COVID-19 relief this week."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 11, 2020
Letter to President Donald Trump, President of the United States - Reps. Kildee, Davis Lead 75 Members of Congress Urging Trump Administration to Extend Unemployment Benefits
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 10, 2020
Tweet - "This week's unemployment insurance claims report ought to set off alarm bells across the country. It is clear that Republicans' obstruction of COVID-19 relief has had a severely negative impact on employment, which is worsening."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 10, 2020
Tweet - "Food banks have been a lifeline for millions of families during this pandemic. As they run out of money & resources, too many Americans will go hungry this holiday season. It is essential we reach an agreement on COVID-19 relief."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 3, 2020
Tweet - "Over 700K workers filed new jobless claims last week & the number of Americans on UI programs is still over 20 million. More than 12 million of them are staring into a steeper hardship of being thrown off of CARES emergency UI assistance when it expires the day after Christmas."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 2, 2020
Letter to Honorable Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader and Honorable Charles Schumer, Democratic Leader - Gillibrand Urges Senate Leadership To Extend Enhanced Unemployment Benefits In Next Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 1, 2020
Letter to Honorable Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader and Honorable Charles Schumer, Minority Leader - Rosen, Cortez Masto Urge Senate Leadership to Extend Unemployment Programs in Forthcoming COVID Relief Legislation
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 1, 2020
Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and Hon. Charles Schumer - Sinema to Senate Leaders: Extend Cares Act Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 25, 2020
Tweet - "For the second consecutive week, new jobless claims increased as the pandemic surges around the country. The number of workers on all UI programs is still over 20M, with half a million more Americans added to the emergency eligibility programs set to expire next month."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 19, 2020
Tweet - "We should all be deeply concerned that new jobless claims increased to 742,000 last week. Over 20 million American workers are on UI programs, and 12 million of them are set to fall off a financial cliff in December unless Congress acts to extend emergency CARES Act eligibility."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 12, 2020
Tweet - "Emergency unemployment programs are set to expire next month, which means the end of remaining weekly unemployment assistance for millions of families. This assistance is critical to helping families stay afloat and keep our economy moving."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 10, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Announce $100,000 to Assist Low-Income Families in Anne Arundel, Charles Counties with Home Repairs
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 5, 2020
Tweet - "751k more jobs were lost last week & 1 in 6 workers are relying on unemployment insurance to get by. This crisis is not over & the need for relief is clear. The GOP has delayed long enough. We must reach agreement on legislation that addresses the economic impact of this crisis."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 26, 2020
Letter to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue - Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Members Call on Trump Administration to Reverse Devastating Cuts to Food Aid for Thousands of Maryland Families
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
Oct. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Nearly 900K new unemployment claims were filed last week, continuing the unacceptably high numbers of Americans needing assistance, but Republicans say "you're on your own." The time to act is now; we must reach agreement on a coronavirus relief bill."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
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