June 4, 2026

Hoyer: New Jobs ‘Landmark’ in Economic Recovery

Economy

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the US added 528,000 jobs and the jobless rate dropped to 3.5% in July 2022. Rep. Steny H. Hoyer said the new jobs marked a “landmark in our recovery.”

Hoyer: Economy Recovering at Steady Pace

Economy

The latest jobs report shows that 373,000 jobs were created across the US in June 2022, in line with the past several months of strong growth, while employment in the private sector has surpassed its pre-pandemic level. “[The July 8] jobs report demonstrates that our economic recovery is continuing at a steady pace,” said Rep. Steny H. Hoyer.

Hoyer Discusses Make It In America Agenda

Make It In America

Rep. Steny H. Hoyer met with the board of the Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland to discuss the Make It In America agenda that he has led in Congress for more than a decade, including updating the board on a new priority included in the MIIA framework.

Hoyer: Jobs Are Being Created, Wages Are Rising

Economy

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2022 jobs report tells the same story of the past several months: the economy is growing, good jobs are being created, wages are rising, and entrepreneurs are feeling comfortable enough again to take the risks necessary to start new small businesses, said Rep. Steny H. Hoyer.

Hoyer: Economic Recovery ‘Within Our Grasp’

Economy

US Labor Department’s April 2022 report: 428,000 new jobs created, unemployment rate remains at 3.6%, and more Americans launching small businesses and finding jobs. The tools to keep up the US economy’s recovery and accelerate its pace are “within our grasp,” said Rep. Steny H. Hoyer.

Hoyer: US Economic Recovery Continues

Economy

The US Labor Department released its February 2022 jobs report, which shows the jobless rate is down and 678,000 new jobs were created. Rep. Steny H. Hoyer said the report “demonstrates the continued strength of our economic recovery.”

Hoyer: Getting Economy Back on Track

Economy

The January 2022 jobs report is proof that Democrats’ economic policies are working and getting the economy back on track, Rep. Steny H. Hoyer said.

Hoyer Marks Black History Month

Black History Month

February is Black History Month, and Congressman Steny H. Hoyer joins the rest of the country in celebrating African-American history and culture.

Staff Changes in Hoyer’s Office

Staff Changes

House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer announced staff changes in his office. Katie Grant Drew, longtime communications director and senior adviser, has left to pursue an opportunity off Capitol Hill. National Press Secretary Margaret Mulkerrin has been promoted to communications director.

Hoyer: ‘It’s Clear American Rescue Plan Is Working’

Economy

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2021 jobs report shows that 559,000 jobs were created and the jobless rate fell to 5.8%. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer said it’s clear the American Rescue Plan is working, but the “work is far from over.”