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» Hoyer: Report on Economic Benefits of Health Care Reform Too Great to Ignore, June 02, 2009 The report released today by the Council of Economic Advisors underscores this key point: health care reform is an economic imperative that is essential to several aspects of our economic health and security.
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» THE DAILY DOSE: TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2009, June 02, 2009 As Congress and the President move to reform our health care system, a report released today provides context for what health care reform means for the American economy. Yesterday, six major health care organizations from across the stakeholder spectrum followed up on their promise and delivered to the President a more detailed proposal of where they could save the health care system $2 trillion over 10 years.

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» Dems weigh climate floor debate before July 4 , June 02, 2009 Seeking to maintain momentum from last month's markup, House Democrats are considering an aggressive push this month for floor passage of energy and global warming legislation.
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» As Busy Season Starts, Hoyer Cracks Whip on Vote Times, June 02, 2009 House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer has a message for members as they enter the busy summer months: Pick up the pace on roll calls, or miss your chance to vote.
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» THE DAILY LEADER: TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2009, June 01, 2009 Suspensions
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» Congress Returns to a Full Plate, June 01, 2009 Congress returns this week to face an agenda stuffed with difficult, high-profile issues that will test the ability of Democrats and the White House to deliver health care, energy and spending legislation while simultaneously contending with a Supreme Court nomination.
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» THE WEEKLY LEADER: WEEK OF JUNE 01, 2009, May 29, 2009 Suspensions, H.R. 31 - Lumbee Recognition Act, H.R. 1385 - Thomasina E. Jordan Indian Tribes of Virginia Federal Recognition Act of 2009, H.R. 2200 - Transportation Security Administration Authorization Act of 2009, H.R. 626 – Federal Employees Paid Parental Leave Act of 2009
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» Hoyer: In 100 Days, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Working to Rebuild the Economy, May 27, 2009 Today marks the 100th day since the enactment of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, a sweeping economic package designed to turn our economy around—a process that is just beginning.
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» Leaders Mark 100 Days Since Signing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, May 27, 2009 Democratic Leaders mark the 100th day since President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act into law.
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» Hoyer Statement on Nomination of Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the U.S. Supreme Court, May 26, 2009
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» THE LEADER'S REPORT: WEEK OF MAY 18, 2009, May 22, 2009 This week, the House made significant strides in our efforts to rebuild the economy to immediately help families and provide for long-term growth.
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» Hoyer Statement on Memorial Day, May 22, 2009 This weekend, we honor every American who died in our Nation’s service, from the founding days of the Republic to today’s conflicts on the far side of the world.
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» Democratic Leaders' Press Conference on the Accomplishments of Congress, May 22, 2009 Speaker Pelosi, Leader Hoyer, Vice Chair Bacerra, and Assistant to the Speaker Van Hollen
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» Hoyer Transmission Measure Included in American Clean Energy and Security Act, May 21, 2009 Rep. Inslee's efforts to bring this before the Committee are commendable, and come from our shared interest in moving forward on the next generation of transmission technology.
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» Hoyer Statement on President Obama’s National Security Speech, May 21, 2009 Today, President Obama made a strong case for a national security strategy that is consistent with American values.
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» Hoyer: House Likely to Adjourn Thursday, May 21, 2009 The House will probably adjourn for the Memorial Day recess Thursday without having resolved differences with the Senate on the war funding bill, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) said in an interview.
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» Editorial: A Civil Right, on Hold, May 21, 2009 IN THE THREE months since the U.S. Senate approved the D.C. voting rights bill, dates targeted for a House vote have come and gone with no action.
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» THE DAILY LEADER: THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2009, May 20, 2009 Conference Report on S. 454 -Weapons Acquisition System Reform Through Enhancing Technical Knowledge and Oversight Act of 2009, H.R. 915 - FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009
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» Congress Passes Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights, May 20, 2009 Today, the House passed the Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights Act by a vote of 361 to 64. The bill now goes to President Obama, who is expected to sign it this week.
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» Credit Card Bill Nears Completion, May 20, 2009 The House appears likely to clear sweeping new restrictions on the credit card industry Wednesday — a major success for President Obama that would directly affect far more Americans than any of his other economic initiatives to date.
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» Hoyer Statement on Republican Health Care Bills Introduced Today, May 20, 2009 President Obama and Congressional Democrats are committed to enacting comprehensive health care reform this year.
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» Hoyer Speaks at Press Conference on Release of CAO 2009 Disability Report, May 20, 2009 I want to thank the Members here today, Representatives Langevin, and Wasserman-Schultz, as well as Representatives Sensenbrenner and Upton, for their commitment to making the house a safer and more accessible place for all citizens.
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» Hoyer Statement on the Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act, May 20, 2009 First, I want to thank Rep. Maloney, who sponsored the House companion of this bill, and who has been a tireless advocate of credit card reform.
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» THE DAILY LEADER: WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2009, May 19, 2009 Senate Amendment to H.R. 627 - Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009, H.R. 2352 - Job Creation Through Entrepreneurship Act of 2009
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» Hoyer Statement on Administration Action to Establish National Fuel Efficiency Policy, May 19, 2009 By announcing a new national standard to increase vehicle fuel efficiency and cut emissions, President Obama has moved us a significant step closer to achieving energy independence and curbing the greenhouse gases polluting our air and contributing to global warming.
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