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Steny Hoyer
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Steny Hamilton Hoyer is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Maryland's 5th congressional district since 1981. A member of the Democratic Party, Hoyer has held various leadership positions, including House Majority Leader. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and economic development, advocating for policies that benefit his constituents in Maryland and beyond. Hoyer is known for his commitment to bipartisanship and has played a significant role in legislative negotiations over the years.
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October 7, 2026
This is an exciting announcement for Maryland, and the benefits of this investment and partnership will be felt not only in the greater Baltimore area but all across our state.
— Steny Hoyer
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by number of sources- This will leave states without critical resources to secure their voting systems and adopt the latest in voting technology and best practices.2 sources2026alaskabeacon.com
- Marylanders are struggling in Trump's failing economy, and they're looking to their state and federal leaders for help as the Administration continues to impose drastic cuts to affordable health care, food assistance, and other critical services.2 sources2026vanhollen.senate.gov
- From day one, Team Maryland has worked together closely to ensure that the Key Bridge is rebuilt as safely, quickly, and cost-effectively as possible.2 sources2026hoyer.house.gov
- Once again, this Administration is trying to drive hardworking public servants out of government, delivering the 'trauma' that OMB Director Russ Vought promised to inflict.2 sources2026hoyer.house.gov
If returned to the Majority, Democrats are ready to address the affordability crisis and will fight to ensure that our government of the people and by the people always works for the people.
The verdict is clear: this Administration does not put working Americans first.
The September jobs report, which shows that just 29,000 jobs were added to the economy last month and that unemployment ticked up to 4.2%, reflects the uncertainty Americans feel toward the job market and the economy as this…
Yes, the sergeant over at the Pentagon, who is sitting there at a computer and doing a job, needs to be compensated in a fair and effective way.
It’s clear that the Republicans who are in control of Congress have failed to do so, and it is time to change course.
This is a direct result of Republicans’ decision to remove eligibility, permit ACA subsidies to lapse, and allow critical tax credits to expire.
Donald Trump and Republicans ran in 2024 on addressing inflation and bringing costs down. They misled American families.
As long as we keep investing, I think we’re going to see the Port of Baltimore become more and more successful.
Closing the Baltimore Field Office and relocating employees away from Baltimore violates this core principle, since the primary 'customers' of the USFS Baltimore Urban Field Office are in Baltimore.
America should lead in this defense of democracy, sovereignty, and international law.
I urge the Pentagon immediately to deliver to Ukraine the resources that have been appropriated.
On September 16, Congress sent the President bipartisan sanctions legislation that can substantially degrade Russia’s ability to wage war.
People who work for the government should be able to afford to work for the government.
We need to make sure they don't fall through the floorboards, because that’s what’s happening.
I’m proud to join Team Maryland in offering future Marylanders a reminder of what we cherish and how we celebrate our state’s place in American history.
It can be difficult to imagine America at 500. What technologies will define the way we live and work? What will our nation celebrate and mourn from its history? How will our people build community and understand the bonds that keep us…
“Americans deserve better, and House Democrats are ready to address the affordability crisis from day one if returned to the Majority.”
“President Trump and Republicans in Congress are doing everything they can to distract attention from the real issues facing Americans.
“Today’s jobs report continues to demonstrate the urgency with which the current Administration must address the affordability crisis.
If we want a government that reflects the best of America and can deliver for the safety, health, and opportunity of our people, we must invest in our federal workforce.
I’m proud to represent more than 75,000 civilian federal employees in Maryland’s Fifth District, and I will continue to fight this Administration’s efforts to denigrate them and deny them the pay and benefits they are due.





