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Nov. 20, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Colorado Springs Mass Shooting Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2022 Tweet - "I am thinking of the victims of the horrific shooting earlier today targeting LGBTQ Americans in Colorado Springs and join in praying for their loved ones, Club Q staff and patrons, and the Colorado Springs community." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 15, 2022 Letter to Gina Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce, Robert Santos, Director of the US Census Bureau - Rep. Jones Joins Colleagues in Urging Census Bureau to Include Information on Lgbtq+ People in 2030 Census Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 6, 2022 Letter to Shalanda Young, Director of the Office of Budget and Management - Senator Baldwin Leads 117 Members of Congress in Asking the Biden Administration to Request Budget Funding that Adequately Reflects the President's Priority to Advance LGBTQI+ Rights Around the World Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 20, 2022 Tweet - "#DADT came to an end eleven years ago today, allowing #LGBTQ Americans to serve openly in our armed forces. It was one of my proudest moments as Majority Leader to bring that legislation to the Floor and I remain committed to the work of ensuring equal rights for LGBTQ Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
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, ...
June 10, 2022 VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN JOIN COLLEAGUES IN INTRODUCING RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE AS LGBTQ PRIDE MONTH Sen. Chris Van Hollen
March 31, 2022 Letter to Mark Emmert, NCAA President - Congressman Mo Brooks Joins Colleagues In Writing to NCAA President Defending Women's Athletics: Males Competing in Female Athletics a "Moral Stain" Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Feb. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Quigley, Equality Caucus Urge Secretary Blinken to Protect LGBTQ+ Rights In Ukraine Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 9, 2021 Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, and Hon. Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the IRS, Hickenlooper, Bennet Join Murray, Wyden, and Colleagues in Call to Ensure All Eligible Same-Sex Couples Receive Pension Survivor Benefits Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 30, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and Dr. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 20, 2021 Hoyer Statement on the 10th Anniversary of the Repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Today marks 10 years since the end of the discriminatory 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy, which I was proud to play a role in ending. As we continue to fight for LGBTQ rights in Congress, I urge my colleagues in the Senate to pass #HR5, the #EqualityAct." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 14, 2021 Levin, Chu Reintroduce Legislation Giving Same-Sex Couples Fair Treatment Under Tax Law Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 5, 2021 Harris Reacts to Education Secretary's Support for Transgender Boys in Girls Sports Rep. Andy Harris
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Today was a proud day in the House after the #EqualityAct was passed, ending legal discrimination against LGBTQ Americans. Glad to share this day with advocates including @HRC President @AlphonsoDavid. Our work continues to ensure civil rights are secured for the LGBTQ community." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Discrimination against LGBTQ Americans exists throughout our nation and must come to an end. I am proud to bring the Equality Act to the House Floor today to extend important protections and fundamental civil rights to every LGBTQ American." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Today, House Democrats passed the #Equality Act to end discrimination against LGBTQ Americans and affirm, once again, that justice is for all in this country. I hope the Senate will take up and pass this important legislation." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 24, 2021 Tweet - "During my press conference today, I told reporters that the need for COVID-19 relief remains great; that's why I am bringing the #AmericanRescuePlan to the Floor this Friday. I hope that my colleagues will join in supporting this bill and providing relief to Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 Danger of Gender Identity Politics Rep. Andy Harris
Feb. 18, 2021 Tweet - "For too long, LGBTQ Americans have faced discrimination in employment, housing, and education. I'm proud to support #EqualityAct and ensure that every LGBTQ person is treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.@LeaderHoyer" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Trump's ban on transgender Americans serving in uniform ran counter to our nation's principles & shortchanged our national security by denying the military the full talent & experience available to serve. I applaud @POTUS & @SecDef for ending this policy." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 25, 2021 Hoyer Statement on President Biden Reversing Trump's Transgender Military Ban Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 22, 2020 Hoyer Statement on 10th Anniversary of End of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Ten years ago, I was proud to play a leading role in the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' and bring legislation to the Floor ending that discriminatory policy. https://bit.ly/2WzGaPY" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the Dept. of Labor, the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education, the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development - Subcommittee Requests Trump Administration Reverse LGBTQ+ Discrimination Policies in Light of Bostock v. Clayton County Rep. Jamie Raskin
Aug. 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. John Ring, Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board - Subcommittee Chair Raskin Leads Letter Condemning National Labor Relations Board's Effort to Remove Nondiscrimination Protections for LGBTQ+ Employees Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 4, 2020 Van Hollen, Wyden, Feinstein Take Action to Protect Health Care Freedoms in Court Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 30, 2020 Letter to Ben Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Wexton Leads Bicameral Response to Trump Administration's Anti-Trans Equal Access Rule Change Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 9, 2020 Letter to Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense and William Barr, US Attorney General - 100+ Lawmakers Call for End to Transgender Military Service Ban Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 30, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the US Department of Justice - Van Hollen, Harris, Murray, Colleagues to Barr: Reverse Anti-LGBTQ Position, Protect Transgender Workers from Discrimination Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the 5th Anniversary of the Supreme Court's Marriage Equality Ruling Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "The fight for full equality is not over. That's why House Dems passed the #EqualityAct to ban discrimination against LGBTQ people where discrimination remains legal. Together, we will win the fight & ensure our laws recognize the equal rights & dignity of LGBTQ people." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 16, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Following SCOTUS Ruling, Collins, Merkley, Baldwin, Booker Lead Bipartisan Push to Bring Equality Act to a Vote Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "Today's SCOTUS decision is a major victory in the ongoing march toward full equality for LGBTQ people. While this ruling removes a key hurdle, it is one step, & we must keep fighting to eliminate legal barriers to full equality and access to opportunity." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 15, 2020 Chairman Raskin Statement on Landmark Supreme Court Ruling Prohibiting Workplace Discrimination Against LGBTQ Americans Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 15, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on LGBTQ Rights Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 12, 2020 Tweet - "4 years after the horrific shooting at Pulse Nightclub, I join in remembering the 49 victims, honoring the survivors & thanking the first responders on the scene that day. As we remember this tragedy during #PrideMonth let us continue to work to stamp out hate & #EndGunViolence." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 1, 2020 Hoyer Statement on LGBTQ Pride Month Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "50 years ago, #LGBTQ Americans stood up at Stonewall and spoke out against discrimination & injustice. As we mark #PrideMonth we pay tribute to the gay rights movement & recommit ourselves to the unfinished work in the fight for equality and civil rights. https://bit.ly/300JoyK" Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 30, 2020 Hoyer Endorsed by the Human Rights Campaign Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 27, 2020 Letter to John Barsa, Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development - Meng and Brooks Urge USAID to Prioritize Needs of Women and Girls in COVID-19 Response Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 20, 2020 Rep. Grijalva and Sens. Menendez, Baldwin Lead Bicameral Push for the Trump Admin to Start Collecting Data on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity during the COVID-19 Pandemic Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Sens. Menendez, Baldwin and Rep. Grijalva Lead Bicameral Push for the Trump Admin to Start Collecting Data on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity during the COVID-19 Pandemic Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Dr. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Oversight Committee Urges FDA to Revise Policy Preventing Gay and Bisexual Men from Donating Plasma for Coronavirus Research Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 7, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, and John Barsa, Acting Administrator USAID - Senator Markey and Rep. Titus Lead Colleagues in Urging State Department, USAID to Protect Global LGBTQI Population During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
May 1, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Attempt to Undermine LGBTQ Health Care Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2020 Tweet - "The Admin's rule to end anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ Americans is outrageous. House Dems will continue to do everything in our power to protect LGBTQ Americans from discrimination & help ensure access to quality, affordable health care." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Today is #TransVisibilityDay, and I am proud to stand in solidarity with trans people around the country. In light of the public health crisis we face, we must continue to advocate for the trans community and work to ensure they are not denied health care due to discrimination." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2020 Letter to Ambassador Deborah Birx - Haaland, Davids Lead Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus Expressing Concern on Coronavirus and the LGBTQ Community Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Date Title Politician
Nov. 20, 2022 Hoyer Statement on Colorado Springs Mass Shooting Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2022 Tweet - "I am thinking of the victims of the horrific shooting earlier today targeting LGBTQ Americans in Colorado Springs and join in praying for their loved ones, Club Q staff and patrons, and the Colorado Springs community." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 15, 2022 Letter to Gina Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce, Robert Santos, Director of the US Census Bureau - Rep. Jones Joins Colleagues in Urging Census Bureau to Include Information on Lgbtq+ People in 2030 Census Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 6, 2022 Letter to Shalanda Young, Director of the Office of Budget and Management - Senator Baldwin Leads 117 Members of Congress in Asking the Biden Administration to Request Budget Funding that Adequately Reflects the President's Priority to Advance LGBTQI+ Rights Around the World Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 20, 2022 Tweet - "#DADT came to an end eleven years ago today, allowing #LGBTQ Americans to serve openly in our armed forces. It was one of my proudest moments as Majority Leader to bring that legislation to the Floor and I remain committed to the work of ensuring equal rights for LGBTQ Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
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, ...
June 10, 2022 VAN HOLLEN, CARDIN JOIN COLLEAGUES IN INTRODUCING RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE AS LGBTQ PRIDE MONTH Sen.Chris Van Hollen
March 31, 2022 Letter to Mark Emmert, NCAA President - Congressman Mo Brooks Joins Colleagues In Writing to NCAA President Defending Women's Athletics: Males Competing in Female Athletics a "Moral Stain" Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Feb. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Quigley, Equality Caucus Urge Secretary Blinken to Protect LGBTQ+ Rights In Ukraine Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 9, 2021 Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, and Hon. Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the IRS, Hickenlooper, Bennet Join Murray, Wyden, and Colleagues in Call to Ensure All Eligible Same-Sex Couples Receive Pension Survivor Benefits Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 30, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and Dr. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 20, 2021 Hoyer Statement on the 10th Anniversary of the Repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Today marks 10 years since the end of the discriminatory 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy, which I was proud to play a role in ending. As we continue to fight for LGBTQ rights in Congress, I urge my colleagues in the Senate to pass #HR5, the #EqualityAct." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 14, 2021 Levin, Chu Reintroduce Legislation Giving Same-Sex Couples Fair Treatment Under Tax Law Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 5, 2021 Harris Reacts to Education Secretary's Support for Transgender Boys in Girls Sports Rep.Andy Harris
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Today was a proud day in the House after the #EqualityAct was passed, ending legal discrimination against LGBTQ Americans. Glad to share this day with advocates including @HRC President @AlphonsoDavid. Our work continues to ensure civil rights are secured for the LGBTQ community." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Discrimination against LGBTQ Americans exists throughout our nation and must come to an end. I am proud to bring the Equality Act to the House Floor today to extend important protections and fundamental civil rights to every LGBTQ American." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Today, House Democrats passed the #Equality Act to end discrimination against LGBTQ Americans and affirm, once again, that justice is for all in this country. I hope the Senate will take up and pass this important legislation." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 24, 2021 Tweet - "During my press conference today, I told reporters that the need for COVID-19 relief remains great; that's why I am bringing the #AmericanRescuePlan to the Floor this Friday. I hope that my colleagues will join in supporting this bill and providing relief to Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2021 Danger of Gender Identity Politics Rep.Andy Harris
Feb. 18, 2021 Tweet - "For too long, LGBTQ Americans have faced discrimination in employment, housing, and education. I'm proud to support #EqualityAct and ensure that every LGBTQ person is treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.@LeaderHoyer" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Trump's ban on transgender Americans serving in uniform ran counter to our nation's principles & shortchanged our national security by denying the military the full talent & experience available to serve. I applaud @POTUS & @SecDef for ending this policy." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 25, 2021 Hoyer Statement on President Biden Reversing Trump's Transgender Military Ban Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 22, 2020 Hoyer Statement on 10th Anniversary of End of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Ten years ago, I was proud to play a leading role in the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' and bring legislation to the Floor ending that discriminatory policy. https://bit.ly/2WzGaPY" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the Dept. of Labor, the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education, the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development - Subcommittee Requests Trump Administration Reverse LGBTQ+ Discrimination Policies in Light of Bostock v. Clayton County Rep.Jamie Raskin
Aug. 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. John Ring, Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board - Subcommittee Chair Raskin Leads Letter Condemning National Labor Relations Board's Effort to Remove Nondiscrimination Protections for LGBTQ+ Employees Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 4, 2020 Van Hollen, Wyden, Feinstein Take Action to Protect Health Care Freedoms in Court Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 30, 2020 Letter to Ben Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Wexton Leads Bicameral Response to Trump Administration's Anti-Trans Equal Access Rule Change Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 9, 2020 Letter to Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense and William Barr, US Attorney General - 100+ Lawmakers Call for End to Transgender Military Service Ban Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 30, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the US Department of Justice - Van Hollen, Harris, Murray, Colleagues to Barr: Reverse Anti-LGBTQ Position, Protect Transgender Workers from Discrimination Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 26, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the 5th Anniversary of the Supreme Court's Marriage Equality Ruling Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 26, 2020 Tweet - "The fight for full equality is not over. That's why House Dems passed the #EqualityAct to ban discrimination against LGBTQ people where discrimination remains legal. Together, we will win the fight & ensure our laws recognize the equal rights & dignity of LGBTQ people." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 16, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Following SCOTUS Ruling, Collins, Merkley, Baldwin, Booker Lead Bipartisan Push to Bring Equality Act to a Vote Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "Today's SCOTUS decision is a major victory in the ongoing march toward full equality for LGBTQ people. While this ruling removes a key hurdle, it is one step, & we must keep fighting to eliminate legal barriers to full equality and access to opportunity." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 15, 2020 Chairman Raskin Statement on Landmark Supreme Court Ruling Prohibiting Workplace Discrimination Against LGBTQ Americans Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 15, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on LGBTQ Rights Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 12, 2020 Tweet - "4 years after the horrific shooting at Pulse Nightclub, I join in remembering the 49 victims, honoring the survivors & thanking the first responders on the scene that day. As we remember this tragedy during #PrideMonth let us continue to work to stamp out hate & #EndGunViolence." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 1, 2020 Hoyer Statement on LGBTQ Pride Month Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "50 years ago, #LGBTQ Americans stood up at Stonewall and spoke out against discrimination & injustice. As we mark #PrideMonth we pay tribute to the gay rights movement & recommit ourselves to the unfinished work in the fight for equality and civil rights. https://bit.ly/300JoyK" Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 30, 2020 Hoyer Endorsed by the Human Rights Campaign Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 27, 2020 Letter to John Barsa, Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development - Meng and Brooks Urge USAID to Prioritize Needs of Women and Girls in COVID-19 Response Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 20, 2020 Rep. Grijalva and Sens. Menendez, Baldwin Lead Bicameral Push for the Trump Admin to Start Collecting Data on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity during the COVID-19 Pandemic Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Sens. Menendez, Baldwin and Rep. Grijalva Lead Bicameral Push for the Trump Admin to Start Collecting Data on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity during the COVID-19 Pandemic Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Dr. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Oversight Committee Urges FDA to Revise Policy Preventing Gay and Bisexual Men from Donating Plasma for Coronavirus Research Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 7, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, and John Barsa, Acting Administrator USAID - Senator Markey and Rep. Titus Lead Colleagues in Urging State Department, USAID to Protect Global LGBTQI Population During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
May 1, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Attempt to Undermine LGBTQ Health Care Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 1, 2020 Tweet - "The Admin's rule to end anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ Americans is outrageous. House Dems will continue to do everything in our power to protect LGBTQ Americans from discrimination & help ensure access to quality, affordable health care." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Today is #TransVisibilityDay, and I am proud to stand in solidarity with trans people around the country. In light of the public health crisis we face, we must continue to advocate for the trans community and work to ensure they are not denied health care due to discrimination." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2020 Letter to Ambassador Deborah Birx - Haaland, Davids Lead Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus Expressing Concern on Coronavirus and the LGBTQ Community Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
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