A look at economic data shows that our country is better off today than four years ago. http://bit.ly/Xe5XcG
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- This afternoon I attended Operation Open House, an event at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Attendees had the opportunity to tour the veterans home and view demonstrations of services provided to residents.
- I was proud to join Dr. Rachel Brem and community members today at the "Breakfast & Brem" forum to discuss critical funding for breast cancer prevention and treatment. The forum was hosted by women from Calvert County, in collaboration with the Brem Foundation to Defeat Breast Cancer and supported by local businesses.
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Today, I met with local defense contractors to continue working together to resolve the implementation of new directives that could impact our defense community. I’m pleased that we have worked together to resolve many of the concerns raised within our community, and I will continue to work with these leaders, as well as NAVAIR leadership, to protect local jobs. http://1.usa.gov/Shrv20Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
I applaud the University System of Maryland for making an important investment in the Clark School of Engineering’s mechanical engineering program in Southern Maryland, which will ensure that our students have the STEM education needed for many of the available jobs within the local defense community, and help meet the hiring needs of Pax River and local businesses. http://1.usa.gov/SEsKfa- This morning, I was pleased to join a committee of business leaders from the Prince George's County Chamber of Commerce to discuss the economy, job creation and the looming fiscal cliff.
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Today's report marks the 32nd consecutive month our economy has added private sector jobs - a sign that our recovery is continuing and that the policies of the Obama Administration are moving American forward. The President cannot act alone, and House Republicans have a responsibility to work with Democrats to build on the progress we have already made. http://1.usa.gov/Tinb3HDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
I was pleased to join the Indian Head community today for the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Energetics Systems and Technology Lab Building - a new facility that has the work space and secure areas to support classified programs. Pulling t...ogether their talent will foster better collaboration and add synergy to their efforts here. I will continue to work with Indian Head, the Department of Defense, and other officials to ensure this critical military installation has the funding and resources to carry out their mission. http://1.usa.gov/SinLxDSee MoreDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Early voting locations will be open Wednesday, October 31, through Friday, November 2, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Please share with friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, and others who might not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day: http://bit.ly/2oX1OFDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Please refrain from driving while first responders and utility crews work to repair damage in our communities. If you need to leave your home, please treat all stoplights without power as a four-way stop. Local utility companies are working around the clock to restore service to residents who have lost power. If you have experienced an outage, please report it to your local utility: http://bit.ly/PjB834Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
This morning, I visited the St. Mary’s County Emergency Command Center, where I received a briefing on the impact of Hurricane Sandy and spoke on a conference call with Governor O’Malley and local officials. I also visited SMECO in Hughesville to thank them for a job well done in preparing and restoring. http://1.usa.gov/XTXbPPDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
My thoughts and prayers are with all those in Maryland and across the East Coast who have been impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Thanks to our local first responders and other officials who prepared for the storm and have kept our communities safe. I will continue to monitor our recovery, and work with Governor O’Malley and local officials to ensure Maryland families and businesses have the assistance they need. http://1.usa.gov/XTXbPP- Today I visited the St. Mary's County Emergency Command Center for a briefing on the impact of Hurricane Sandy. During the visit, I joined County Commissioner President Jack Russell and County Commissioner Todd Morgan on a conference call with Governor O'Malley to discuss recovery efforts.
- Important reminder: Always use generators outdoors, away from doors, windows, and vents. You should also keep them dry by operating on a dry surface under an open, canopy-like structure.
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Another update on Hurricane Sandy from Governor O’Malley at 9:30 p.m. Please watch live here: http://1.usa.gov/bvcpfSDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
I join the Maryland Congressional Delegation in applauding President Barack Obama for issuing a Pre-Disaster Declaration for Maryland being impacted by severe weather resulting from Hurricane Sandy. Click here for the delegation’s full letter of support: http://1.usa.gov/XNvcl2Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Today I visited Emergency Command Centers in Prince George’s, Charles, and Calvert Counties to monitor Hurricane Sandy. I’m working closely with Governor O’Malley and local officials to ensure our communities are safe during and after the storm and that they have the resources they need to recover. http://1.usa.gov/PD4z1iDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Please stay inside and off the roads for the next 36 hours and follow all safety instructions and evacuation orders, if given. The federal and state governments will be closed tomorrow. Early voting in Maryland will also be closed. For more information on evacuations in place, Fifth District shelters, and contact information for utilities, please click here: http://bit.ly/TqRB6bDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Please stay inside and off the roads for the next 36 hours and follow all safety instructions and evacuation orders, if given. The federal and state governments will be closed tomorrow. Early voting in Maryland will also be closed. For more information on evacuations in place, Fifth District shelters, and contact information for utilities, please click here: http://bit.ly/TqRB6bDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Governor O’Malley will be holding a press conference to provide an update on Hurricane Sandy at 2:00 p.m. Please watch live here: http://1.usa.gov/bd9A80- Today I received a briefing by SMECO on their preparedness. They've assembled over 533 workers to help respond to power outages during Hurricane Sandy.
- Today, I visited the Calvert County Emergency Command Center as we continue to monitor Hurricane Sandy. During the visit, I got on a conference call with Governor O'Malley and local officials to discuss the storm and offer any federal assistance needed.
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Residents in low lying areas in St. Mary’s County are encouraged to evacuate. Shelters are open at Great Mills and Leonardtown High Schools tonight. If you are planning on relocating to a shelter, please bring any toiletries and medication...s in quantities sufficient for several days. You can bring your pets, Animal Control staff will relocate them to the county fairgrounds where they will be housed for the duration of the storm. Click here for more information: http://bit.ly/U8t5TISee MoreDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Metrorail and Metrobus services are closed tomorrow. Click here for more information:Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
OPM has announced the federal government is closed Monday. The status at NAS Patuxent River is “essential personnel only.”
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Due to the storm, early voting is cancelled tomorrow. Please vote early today, voting centers are open until 6 p.m. http://www.mdearlyvote.com/Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Hurricane Sandy is expected to cause significant damage, and voluntary evacuations are in place for low-lying areas of St. Mary’s County. Please visit the Maryland Emergency Management Agency’s website for information on how to prepare for the storm and follow @MDMEMA for updates.Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
The Maryland Emergency Management Agency is urging all residents to begin preparing for Hurricane Sandy, which could begin to affect Maryland as early as Sunday. Follow @MDMEMA on Twitter for updates and click here for information on safety precautions:Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Today marks the 21st anniversary of the establishment of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. I am proud to honor the men and women who have dedicated their lives to their communities and country.Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link via HootSuite.
Today marks the 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act. Click “like” if you believe we must ensure this law is protected and strengthened so that our nation’s waterways continue to thrive. http://1.usa.gov/OVLmrx- ActivityNovemberPeople Who Like This5