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Leader's Report: October 18, 2019

The House Passes a Resolution Opposing the President’s Actions in Syria

This week, the House voted on a resolution to oppose the President’s irresponsible decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Northern Syria.
Press Release: October 18, 2019

Hoyer Discusses the President’s Actions in Syria and the Passing of Chairman Cummings on CNN’s “Anderson Cooper 360”

I think the Turks are right. They got exactly what they wanted. And very frankly, probably, the Iranians got what they wanted. Perhaps the Syrians got what they wanted – getting ISIS out of their territory, and now they’ve got the Turks there.
Statement: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Floor Remarks Remembering Chairman Elijah Cummings

All of us in this House lost a respected colleague. Many of us lost a dear, long-time, good friend… The passing this morning of Chairman Elijah Cummings of the Committee on Oversight and Reform was a painful shock to all who have served with him.
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Economy Weekly: Week of October 14, 2019

The Majority Leader’s Office is now sending a weekly e-mail highlighting economic statistics and news that Members can use as they discuss the state of the economy and how House Democrats are working to spur economic growth, support job creation, and raise wages for the people.
 
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Statement on House Committees Advancing H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act

Today, House Democrats took a step forward in our effort to lower prescription drug costs for the American people as the Energy and Commerce and the Education and Labor Committees marked up H.R. 3, and the Ways and Means Committee held a hearing on it.
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Discusses House Democrats’ For The People Agenda at Bloomberg Government’s 2019 Fall Hill Watch Breakfast

It’s a sad morning… Elijah Cummings was what Washington and America needs more of – a very decent, thoughtful, kind, but courageous leader… He and I were very, very close. It is a loss, certainly, for his city.
Press Release: October 18, 2019

Hoyer Discusses the President’s Actions in Syria and the Passing of Chairman Cummings on CNN’s “Anderson Cooper 360”

I think the Turks are right. They got exactly what they wanted. And very frankly, probably, the Iranians got what they wanted. Perhaps the Syrians got what they wanted – getting ISIS out of their territory, and now they’ve got the Turks there.
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Economy Weekly: Week of October 14, 2019

The Majority Leader’s Office is now sending a weekly e-mail highlighting economic statistics and news that Members can use as they discuss the state of the economy and how House Democrats are working to spur economic growth, support job creation, and raise wages for the people.
 
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Statement on House Committees Advancing H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act

Today, House Democrats took a step forward in our effort to lower prescription drug costs for the American people as the Energy and Commerce and the Education and Labor Committees marked up H.R. 3, and the Ways and Means Committee held a hearing on it.
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Discusses House Democrats’ For The People Agenda at Bloomberg Government’s 2019 Fall Hill Watch Breakfast

It’s a sad morning… Elijah Cummings was what Washington and America needs more of – a very decent, thoughtful, kind, but courageous leader… He and I were very, very close. It is a loss, certainly, for his city.
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Chairman Elijah Cummings

I was shocked and saddened to learn the news this morning of my dear friend’s passing. Elijah Cummings was a man of principle, patriotism, and conviction, whose loss will be deeply felt throughout the State of Maryland and our country.
 
Press Release: October 16, 2019

Hoyer Statement on White House Meeting on Syria

Just briefly, you're going to hear the President say we walked out. We were offended deeply by his treatment of the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Statement: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Floor Remarks Remembering Chairman Elijah Cummings

All of us in this House lost a respected colleague. Many of us lost a dear, long-time, good friend… The passing this morning of Chairman Elijah Cummings of the Committee on Oversight and Reform was a painful shock to all who have served with him.
Statement: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Floor Remarks on the Passing of Chairman Elijah Cummings

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I have the sad task of announcing what probably most of you already know. We have lost a great American; a decent American; a wonderful member of this body –  Elijah Cummings
Statement: October 16, 2019

Hoyer Floor Remarks on a Bipartisan Resolution Opposing the President's Decision to Withdraw Troops from Northern Syria

There's rightly been broad bipartisan shock and condemnation that president trump would so recklessly endanger America’s allies, permit the release of thousands of violent ISIS extremists, and give to Vladimir Putin’s aims in Syria. In short, he just opened the door for ISIS to reclaim some power. any terrorist attack they now take part in will be the direct result of this action. President Trump has betrayed the trust, in my opinion, of the American people.
Statement: September 19, 2019

Hoyer Floor Remarks on the Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Coin Act

Some of you may recall that Christa’s motto as the teacher in space was ‘I touch the future, I teach.’ And she was looking forward with such excitement, not only to leave the bounds of Earth but to return to Earth and engage with her students, to share her experience, to share the excitement and adventure of going into a new frontier that we call space.
Statement: September 19, 2019

Hoyer Floor Remarks on the Continuing Resolution to Fund Government

I want to congratulate the members of the Appropriations Committee. I know there wasn't always agreement. I’m hopeful, as we go forward, we can reach agreement on the individual bills or the minibus or omnibus that we will ultimately fund government in a timely fashion… Mr. Speaker, I am also proud of the fact that we funded 96 percent of the government through this House prior to June 30 of this year. That has not been done in over a decade
Statement: September 11, 2019

Hoyer Floor Remarks on Legislation to Block Offshore Drilling, Protect Coastal and Arctic Ecosystems

Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of this bill, introduced by Rep. Cunningham, and the two others on the Floor this week. All three are bipartisan bills. I want to thank Mr. Cunningham for his leadership on this bill in particular.
Speech: September 20, 2019

Hoyer Remarks at Hearing on DC Statehood Legislation

Madam Chair, thank you very much. Madam Mayor, Chairman [Phil] Mendelson, and others who are here at the table, thank you very much for your presence. I want to thank the Chairman Cummings and Ranking Member Jordan and certainly [Congresswoman] Eleanor Holmes Norton, my colleague and very close friend who has been a champion of this for her entire life as well as her career in Congress of the United States.  
Speech: September 19, 2019

Hoyer Remarks at a Press Conference on H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act

We won a strong Majority in the House because we campaigned on a promise to tackle the issues Americans care most about. This is one of those issues. One of the most pressing challenges facing our country and working families is the rising cost of prescription drugs.
Speech: August 13, 2019

Hoyer Remarks on Press Event Calling On Senate Republicans To Take Up H.R. 8

Good morning, my name is Steny Hoyer. I am the Majority Leader for the House of Representatives... We have been out of Congress for just a few days on summer recess. During that period of time, we have confronted great tragedy. Sadly, continuing tragedy.
Speech: July 18, 2019

Hoyer Remarks at House Democrats’ Press Event on the Raise the Wage Act

Today, the House will vote on the Raise the Wage Act, which will increase the federal minimum wage for the first time since 2009.
Speech: July 11, 2019

Hoyer Remarks at Black Maternal Health Caucus Stakeholder Summit

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) joined Congresswomen Alma Adams (NC-12) and Lauren Underwood (IL-14), founders and co-chairs of the Black Maternal Health Caucus, at a Stakeholder Summit to hear insights and recommendations for the Caucus. Below are excerpts of his remarks:

Speech: July 4, 2019

Hoyer Remarks at the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) delivered remarks today at the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly. Below are his remarks as prepared for delivery: 

"Thank you, President Tsereteli and Secretary-General Montella.  Senator Wicker and Congresswoman Moore, I am proud to join you here from the United States.  Prime Minister Bettel and President Etgen, thank you for hosting this assembly in beautiful and historic Luxembourg. 
Leader's Report: October 18, 2019

The House Passes a Resolution Opposing the President’s Actions in Syria

This week, the House voted on a resolution to oppose the President’s irresponsible decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Northern Syria.
Press Release: October 18, 2019

Hoyer Discusses the President’s Actions in Syria and the Passing of Chairman Cummings on CNN’s “Anderson Cooper 360”

I think the Turks are right. They got exactly what they wanted. And very frankly, probably, the Iranians got what they wanted. Perhaps the Syrians got what they wanted – getting ISIS out of their territory, and now they’ve got the Turks there.
Statement: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Floor Remarks Remembering Chairman Elijah Cummings

All of us in this House lost a respected colleague. Many of us lost a dear, long-time, good friend… The passing this morning of Chairman Elijah Cummings of the Committee on Oversight and Reform was a painful shock to all who have served with him.
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Economy Weekly: Week of October 14, 2019

The Majority Leader’s Office is now sending a weekly e-mail highlighting economic statistics and news that Members can use as they discuss the state of the economy and how House Democrats are working to spur economic growth, support job creation, and raise wages for the people.
 
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Statement on House Committees Advancing H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act

Today, House Democrats took a step forward in our effort to lower prescription drug costs for the American people as the Energy and Commerce and the Education and Labor Committees marked up H.R. 3, and the Ways and Means Committee held a hearing on it.
Press Release: October 17, 2019

Hoyer Discusses House Democrats’ For The People Agenda at Bloomberg Government’s 2019 Fall Hill Watch Breakfast

It’s a sad morning… Elijah Cummings was what Washington and America needs more of – a very decent, thoughtful, kind, but courageous leader… He and I were very, very close. It is a loss, certainly, for his city.
Issue Report: October 16, 2019

​​​​​​​Bipartisan, Bicameral Outcry Against the President’s Decision to Withdraw U.S. Forces from Northern Syria

Americans across the country are joining together in a chorus of opposition against the President’s decision to withdraw U.S. forces from Syria’s northern border. The consequences of the President’s decision are growing by the day: Kurdish allies are fleeing, our national security is weakened, our credibility abroad is eroding, and our adversaries in Syria, Russia, and Iran are emboldened. 
Issue Report: October 4, 2019

House Democrats Continue to Work For The People

House Democrats have been hard at work since day one of the Majority, delivering on our For the People agenda. We’ve passed legislation to lower health care and prescription drug costs, raise wages, expand opportunity, tackle corruption in Washington, and protect Americans. Yet, this legislation to address the priorities of the American people continues to stall in the Senate due to GOP obstruction.
Issue Report: September 26, 2019

Economy Weekly: Week of September 23, 2019

The Majority Leader’s Office is now sending a weekly e-mail highlighting economic statistics and news that Members can use as they discuss the state of the economy and how House Democrats are working to spur economic growth, support job creation, and raise wages for the people.
Issue Report: September 26, 2019

What’s At Stake for the American People as Drug Costs Skyrocket

This week, House Democrats will begin to move H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act, through the House, with hearings held by subcommittees of the Energy & Commerce and Education & Labor Committees.  In doing so, the Democratic-led majority is taking another important step toward lowering prescription drug prices for all Americans.
Issue Report: September 20, 2019

Economy Weekly: Week of September 16, 2019

The Majority Leader’s Office is now sending a weekly e-mail highlighting economic statistics and news that Members can use as they discuss the state of the economy and how House Democrats are working to spur economic growth, support job creation, and raise wages for the people.
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