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» Hoyer Statement Regarding Schedule of U.S. House of Representatives, September 29, 2008 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.

» Hoyer Statement on Announcement of Financial Recovery Plan, September 28, 2008

» Hoyer Statement on the Job Creation and Unemployment Relief Act, September 26, 2008 The financial crisis we are facing would have repercussions far beyond Wall Street—it could endanger the economic security of millions. Crisis or not, we are facing an economic downturn that is very real, one that speaks poorly of the President’s economic stewardship.

» Hoyer on House Passage of the Renewable Energy and Job Creation Tax Act, September 26, 2008 The bill provides essential tax relief to American families and businesses. Its tax credits will help create tens of thousands of American jobs, while investing in the new energy technology we need to break our dependence on foreign oil.

» Hoyer Statement on House Passage of Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act, September 26, 2008 I applaud the House’s passage of the Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act, a bill aimed at curtailing Iranian aggression through sanctions and divestment.

» Hoyer Statement on Signing of ADA Amendments Act, September 25, 2008 The ADA Amendments Act signed today by the President brings millions of our fellow citizens back where they belong: under the protection of the ADA.

» Hoyer on President Bush's Address to Nation on Economic Crisis, September 24, 2008 It was imperative that the President explain to Americans, who are rightly frustrated, angry and resistant to offering up their tax dollars, why it is in their best interest to quickly, decisively and boldly respond to the financial crisis on Wall Street.

» Hoyer Statement on McCain's Announcement to Suspend Campaign, Delay Debate, September 24, 2008 We are making progress and injecting presidential politics in this critical issue would not be helpful to quickly producing the best proposal for the American people.

» Hoyer Statement on Tax Extenders Package, September 24, 2008 The House has already passed responsible legislation this year to extend expiring energy incentives and business tax credits. While we applaud the Senate for acting yesterday and taking a step toward being fiscally responsible, their bill still falls short of the pay-as-you-go principle that House Democrats have insisted on.

» Hoyer Statement on Defense Authorization Bill, September 24, 2008 The bill authorizes a total of $601.4 billion, including $531.4B in budget authority for the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy’s national security programs.

» Hoyer Statement on House Passage of Mental Health Parity, September 23, 2008

» Hoyer Statement on Senate Passage of Tax Extenders Package, September 23, 2008 I am pleased that the Senate has moved forward on passing these important tax provisions.

» Hoyer Speaks on Economy and Financial Crisis at Chicago Board Options Exchange's Board of Directors Dinner, September 23, 2008 President Bush called last week 'a pivotal moment' in the life of the American economy, and he’s absolutely right. Wild market fluctuations, bank failures, billion-dollar government bailouts—in the weeks and months to come, all of us, not least the people in this room, will be tested sorely.

» Hoyer Speaks on Republican Failures at Center for American Progress, September 23, 2008 I’m here today to talk about the record of the last eight years and what we can learn from it. But on a more basic level, I’m here to stand up for the principle that facts are common property.

» Hoyer Statement on Bush Administration Proposal to Address Financial Crisis, September 20, 2008

» Hoyer on Response to Economic Crisis, September 19, 2008

» Hoyer Statement on Ethics Committee Announcing Review of Chairman Rangel’s Finances, September 18, 2008 Majority Leader Hoyer released the following statement today after Acting House Ethics Committee Chairman Gene Green announced the committee will meet next Wednesday to consider an investigation of Rangel’s personal finances.

» Hoyer Joins Reid and Citizens Affected by Republican Obstruction, September 18, 2008 House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (MD) today joined with Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and a group of citizens to discuss how Republican obstructionism and failed policies have weakened our economy, contributed to the turmoil on Wall Street, and neglected the real needs of the American people.

» Hoyer Statement on Commodity Markets Transparency and Accountability Act, September 18, 2008 House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the Commodity Markets Transparency and Accountability Act.

» Hoyer Joins Members of Congress, Disability and Business Communities in Celebrating ADA Amendments Act, September 17, 2008 House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (MD) today joined with leading Members of Congress, the disability and business communities to celebrate the passage by voice vote of the ADA Amendments Act.

» Majority Leader Hoyer Recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month, September 16, 2008 During Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the legacy, tradition and countless contributions Hispanic-Americans have made to our nation.

» You Are Not Entitled to Your Own Facts: Democrats Remind Republicans of their Record, September 15, 2008 The Majority Leader’s office has created a video highlighting powerful clips from last week’s floor statements on Republican failures.

» Hoyer on Wall Street Woes, September 15, 2008 Hoyer responds to crisis on Wall Street.

» Hoyer: Republicans Should Put Good Energy Policy Over Politics, September 12, 2008 House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the Republican press conference on energy.

» ENERGY UPDATE: U.S. House to Vote Next Week on Comprehensive Energy Package, September 12, 2008 Next week, the U.S. House will vote on comprehensive energy legislation to lower costs for consumers, increase domestic energy production, promote jobs, and make one of the largest investments ever in renewable energy.

 

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