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December 11, 2008 — Press Item
By nominating Tom Daschle to serve as Secretary of Health and Human Services and Director of the White House Office of Health Reform, President-elect Obama has made it clear that he intends to follow through on his pledge to reform this nation’s health care system.
December 5, 2008 — Press Item
At this time, the House is scheduled to reassemble at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9th.
December 5, 2008 — Press Item
The 111th Congress is set to convene at a tough and challenging time in our nation’s history.
November 18, 2008 — Press Item
House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) today discussed the ramifications of the historic 2008 election and the agenda for the incoming 111th Congress at the National Press Club.
September 26, 2008 — Press Item
Amid extraordinarily busy legislative maneuverings designed to close the 110th Congress, House Majority Leader Hoyer had a simple and upbeat message this week when he talked politics and his post-election hopes with a half-dozen reporters in his office.
November 6, 2008 — Press Item
I am sorry to learn that Congressman Roy Blunt will not be seeking reelection as House Republican Whip.
November 6, 2008 — Press Item
President-elect Obama’s selection of Rahm Emanuel as White House Chief of Staff shows a strong commitment to the mandate for change given by voters on Tuesday.
September 29, 2008 — Press Item
At this time, the House is scheduled to meet at noon on Thursday. However, whether the House will consider legislation regarding the economic crisis has not been determined.
September 24, 2007 — Press Item
A flash-based graphical timeline that details the Republican party's failures while controling Washington.
September 10, 2008 — Press Item
House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) delivered the following remarks today at the memorial service honoring the late Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones.
July 24, 2008 — Press Item
Today 66 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives sent a letter to U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez outlining their continued concerns regarding preparations for the 2010 Decennial Census and urging the Department of Commerce to take measures necessary to ensure a complete and accurate decennial census.
July 18, 2008 — Press Item
WASHINGTON, DC—As the third anniversary of Hurricanes Rita and Katrina nears, Majority Leader Hoyer (D-MD) will head to the Gulf Coast Region on Monday, July 21, for two days of tours and meetings with regional elected officials and other stakeholders in the rebuilding effort.
July 12, 2008 — Press Item
WASHINGTON - House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer released the following statement today in reaction to the death of Tony Snow:
February 1, 2008 — Press Item
WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today to commemorate Black History Month, which is observed during February:
November 21, 2007 — Press Item
On this Thanksgiving Day, Americans from coast to coast will give their thanks for the many blessings that have been bestowed upon us as citizens of this great nation -- including our hard-won rights and liberties, and the opportunities and equality that we enjoy.
April 25, 2007 — Press Item
Just 36 hours after ending a dozen years of GOP control in Congress last November, Reps. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) sat with President Bush and Vice President Cheney in the Oval Office for photographs that would be transmitted worldwide.
February 27, 2007 — Press Item
His father abandoned him. His stepfather was an alcoholic. By his sophomore year at the University of Maryland, Steny Hoyer was short of cash, getting D's and drifting.
March 28, 2007 — Press Item
Almost five months ago, the American people emphatically voted for change and a new direction in our nation. They want a Congress that works hard for them; that addresses the critical issues facing our great nation; and that - yes - works together, whenever possible...
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On Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for Morning Hour debate and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
First votes expected: 1:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Last votes expected: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Begin Consideration of H.R. 3 - Northern Route Approval Act
Suspensions (2 bills)