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Steny Hoyer: “If we cannot recruit and retain highly qualified officers by offering competitive pay and benefits, we will be unable to…”

On the recordMay 29, 2026
If we cannot recruit and retain highly qualified officers by offering competitive pay and benefits, we will be unable to provide adequate protection to Members, staff, and visitors - and to the institution of Congress itself.
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Steny Hoyer
Democratic · Maryland

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Emphasizing the importance of competitive pay for Capitol Police.

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