Hoyer Joins Bernie Fowler’s Wade-In
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer delivered remarks at former Maryland senator Bernie Fowler’s annual wade-in at Jefferson Patterson Park in St. Leonard. Each year, Mr. Fowler holds the wade-in to assess how far he can wade into the Patuxent River until he can no longer see his white sneakers. The non-scientific measurement, which is known as the “Sneaker Index,” helps to raise awareness about the health of the river.
Students Tout Dual Enrollment
US Education Secretary John King Jr. and Under Secretary Ted Mitchell visited the La Plata campus of the College of Southern Maryland in May to talk to students who participate in the college’s dual enrollment program in a roundtable.
Hoyer: Congress Must Fight Unemployment
National unemployment dropped to 4.7 percent in May, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics jobs report for May, and House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released a statement. The 75th consecutive monthly report showed private sector job growth, but Hoyer would like to see more.
Hoyer Meets With 5th District Educators
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer invited a group of the state’s best teachers and principals to lunch in Upper Marlboro in May.
Hoyer Unveils Updates to Make It In America Plan
The Make It In America plan to encourage private sector job creation in the US is updated to address today’s economic challenges and opportunities.
Hoyer Pays Tribute to Peace Officers
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer delivered remarks at the 35th annual National Peace Officers memorial service. The event is one of several that takes place in the nation’s capital during National Police Week, which brings together tens of thousands of law enforcement officers and survivors from police departments across the country.
Hoyer, Ag Secretary Discuss Federal Priorities
Rep. Steny H. Hoyer met with Maryland Ag Secretary Joseph Bartenfelder to discuss federal priority issues for the MD Department of Agriculture.
Save the Date for Hoyer’s Annual Bull Roast
Congressman Hoyer’s annual Bull Roast and Birthday Party is planned for Friday, June 10.
Hoyer Hosts Annual Military Service Academy Forum
The annual Military Service Academy Forum at Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro was held for 5th District students and their parents to learn about admission to the five US service academies.
Hoyer Co-Sponsors Opioid Program Act
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD) spoke on the House Floor recently in support of the Opioid Program Evaluation Act, which he co-sponsored with House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, and the need to provide adequate funding to address the growing opioid crisis.
