Unemployment Claims Soar
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer says unemployment claims ought to set off alarm bells with the release of advance claim figures for Dec. 5 that show initial claims were 853,000, an increase of 137,000 from the previous week’s revised level. The previous week’s level was revised up by 4,000 from 712,000 to 716,000.
Hoyer: Sarbanes Was ‘True Champion for the People’
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer mourned the loss of his friend and colleague, former Sen. Paul S. Sarbanes, who died Sunday evening in Baltimore. “Paul was a true champion for the people of Maryland and America,” Mr. Hoyer said.
Health Insurance Enrollment Ends Dec. 15
Uninsured individuals seeking health insurance can visit the Maryland Health Connection to find the plan that fits their needs. The open enrollment period is open through December 15, 2020.
Hoyer Re-Elected Majority Leader
The US House of Representatives held elections for its Democratic leadership for the 117th Congress earlier this month. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer was elected by acclamation as majority leader.
Hoyer Addresses Virtual Veterans Celebration
The 2020 Veterans Day celebration was different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. There was no parade or public events, but the celebration was offered virtually. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer was proud to deliver remarks at the virtual event.
Take a Virtual Tour of New VA Clinic
Veterans living in Southern Maryland have a new Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic with expanded health care space and services. View the video of the clinic and the virtual ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Job Gains Down From September
The October 2020 jobs report shows the economy added 638,000 jobs, but while the jobs rebound continues, the pace has slowed, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer said.
Health Insurance Enrollment Opens
Uninsured individuals seeking health insurance can visit the Maryland Health Connection website to find the plan that fits their needs. The 2021 open enrollment period continues until Dec. 15.
JPPM Awarded Funds for Digital Education Programs
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer announced $280,450 in federal funding to expand educational resources and digital access in libraries and museums across Maryland.
VA Opens Charlotte Hall Veterans Clinic
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer toured the new Charlotte Hall Community-Based Outpatient Clinic before the facility opened its doors October 26. The new facility will replace the current clinic and provide state-of-the-art care for veterans in Southern Maryland.
