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Hoyer Statement After Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine

In order to protect continuity of government and ensure that the House can continue to do its work responsibly for the people, the Attending Physician has recommended that Members of Congress begin receiving the new COVID-19 vaccine,
December 18, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on Hacking of U.S. Government Agencies and Corporations

News in recent days of a significant breach of critical U.S. networks, with all indications pointing to Russia as the culprit, ought to alarm every American.
December 18, 2020
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Hoyer Congratulates Leaders of the Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus for the 117th Congress

I congratulate Rep. Cicilline on being chosen as Chair of the LGBTQ Equality Caucus for the 117th Congress, and I also congratulate Co-Chairs Sean Patrick Maloney, Mark Pocan, Mark Takano, Angie Craig, Sharice Davids, Chris Pappas, Mondaire Jones, and Richie Torres. 
December 18, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on President-Elect Joe Biden Nominating Rep. Deb Haaland to serve as Secretary of the Interior

Since coming to Congress, Deb Haaland has not only been a close friend but an outstanding advocate for her constituents, for Native American nations, for land and water conservation, and for the preservation of America's heritage.
December 17, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on President-Elect Joe Biden Nominating Jennifer Granholm to Serve as Secretary of Energy

Former Gov. Jennifer Granholm is an excellent choice to be our next Secretary of Energy.  Her experience leading Michigan through the near-collapse of the auto industry and its recovery with ambitious fuel-efficiency standards - helping consumers,
December 17, 2020
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Hoyer, Roe Praise Senate Passage of the School-Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Act

House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) and Congressman Dr. Phil Roe (TN-01) praised the Senate for passing H.R. 2468, the School-Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Act, t
December 17, 2020
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Hoyer Discusses Ongoing COVID-19 Relief Negotiations and Government Funding on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe”

We need to get to an agreement. I'm hopeful, and I talked to the Speaker this morning. She thinks we're making real progress.
December 17, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on President-Elect Joe Biden Nominating Pete Buttigieg to Serve as Transportation Secretary

I join in congratulating Pete Buttigieg on being selected as the next Secretary of Transportation, making him the first openly gay American to serve in the Cabinet.
December 16, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on Attorney General Barr Resigning

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement tonight on Attorney General William Barr resigning:

December 14, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on the Electoral College Affirming the Results of the Election

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have now crossed the 270-vote threshold to become the next President and Vice President of the United States.
December 14, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on the United States Surpassing 300,000 Coronavirus Deaths

With the sad milestone of 300,000 Americans now having died from COVID-19, our nation has now lost more people to this virus than the number of Americans who perished in combat in the Second World War. 
December 14, 2020
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Hoyer Statement Calling on VA Secretary Wilkie to Resign

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today calling on Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie to resign:

December 13, 2020
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Hoyer Discusses Ongoing COVID-19 Relief Negotiations on CNN’s 'Inside Politics' with Abby Phillip

“I think it's absolutely unacceptable that the Congress of the United States hasn't acted for the John Ayers of America and millions of people who are facing daunting financial challenges, daunting health challenges, psychological challenges as we see.
December 13, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on the Supreme Court Rejecting Texas-Led Lawsuit to Overturn Election

Tonight’s Supreme Court decision should put an end to Donald Trump’s attempts to overturn the results of the presidential election that he lost.
December 11, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on the 5th Anniversary of the Paris Climate Agreement

Five years ago, nearly every nation in the world pledged to set ambitious goals toward reducing carbon pollution and addressing the global climate crisis.
December 12, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on President-Elect Joe Biden's Nomination of Katherine Tai to Serve as U.S. Trade Representative

America's trade relationships and enforcement of fair trading rules will be crucial to ensuring that American businesses and workers can emerge from this pandemic with the tools necessary to compete, succeed, and prosper. 
December 10, 2020
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Hoyer Congratulates Leaders of the Congressional Progressive Caucus for the 117th Congress

I join in congratulating Chairwoman Pramila Jayapal on her re-election to lead the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) in the 117th Congress, along with Rep. Katie Porter as Deputy Chair and Rep. Ilhan Omar as Whip.
December 10, 2020
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Hoyer: This Week’s Unemployment Insurance Claims Report Ought to Set Off Alarm Bells

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 not recovering and, in fact, is worsening.
December 10, 2020
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Hoyer Congratulates Leaders of the Future Forum for the 117th Congress

For the past five years, Future Forum has elevated the voices, dreams, and aspirations of younger Americans. With Members from every corner of the Democratic Caucus, it truly represents the future of our country.
December 10, 2020
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Hoyer Congratulates Leaders of the Democratic Women's Caucus for the 117th Congress

I congratulate Reps. Jackie Speier, Lois Frankel, and Brenda Lawrence on their re-election as Co-Chairs of the Democratic Women's Caucus for the 117th Congress, and I congratulate Reps. Veronica Escobar and Deb Haaland on being chosen once more to serve as Vice Chairs.
December 9, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on President-Elect Joe Biden's Appoitntment of Gen. Lloyd Austin as Secretary of Defense

President-elect Biden's nomination of retired Gen. Lloyd Austin to serve as our nation's next Secretary of Defense is a historic choice, and I congratulate him on his selection.
December 9, 2020
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Hoyer Congratulates Leaders of the Congressional Black Caucus for the 117th Congress

"I congratulate my friend Rep. Joyce Beatty on being elected to lead the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) in the 117th Congress. 
December 8, 2020
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Hoyer Congratulates Leaders of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus for the 117th Congress

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today congratulating the leaders of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus for the 117th Congress:

December 8, 2020
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Hoyer Statement on the United States Surpassing 15 Million Confirmed Coronavirus Cases

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the United States surpassed 15 million confirmed coronavirus cases:

December 8, 2020
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Hoyer: Republicans' Rejection of JCCIC Motion Threatens American Democracy

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, at a meeting of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC), Republicans voted to reject a motion offered by House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) that the committee affirm that it is preparing for the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris in coordination with the Biden Presidential Inaugural Committee. 
December 8, 2020