Van Hollen Starts Late in Health Care Push Sep 3, 2009
Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md. who was traveling in the beginning of last month, first faced his own constituents on Tuesday night a rowdy gathering of nearly 1,500 people. (Roll Call)
U.N.: Can halt violence against women Sep 3, 2009
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Residents Voice Concerns at Md. Health Care Town Hall Sep 2, 2009
- The showdown over health care continued in the D.C. area Tuesday night where about 1,500 people vented their anger and frustration over the proposed reform plan to House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer. Even though the details of health care reform alone were enough to heat up the meeting in Waldorf, the impatient crowd quickly became unruly after waiting close to an hour before the first question was taken. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Hoyer Still Pushing 'Public Option' Healthcare Sep 2, 2009
-- House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer is still supporting a public health insurance option as part of health care overhaul. Previously he's said there's room for compromise. (Newsmax)
Ceremonies Under Way For Kennedy Aug 28, 2009
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md. and Sen. (Roll Call)
Rumors influencing health care debate Aug 22, 2009
"It is now evident that an ugly campaign is under way not merely to misrepresent the health insurance reform legislation, but to disrupt public meetings and prevent members of Congress and constituents from conducting a civil dialogue," Pelosi and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer wrote in a recent commentary. Republican opponents respond that the emotional reaction is due to Democratic efforts to rush through legislation that amounts to a government takeover of the health care system. (CNN -- International)
We can do better (19) Aug 13, 2009
com wrote on Aug 11, 2009 12:02 PM:" Un-American! These were the choice words used by Nancy Pelosi and Steny Hoyer to describe the so called "brownshirts" that Mr. Bolling so aptly named in his Editorial. Get it straight Dave. Apparently Un-American applies to everyone. Even Obama called out Pelosi and Hoyer as being off base. Perhaps it is time to end the hate from both sides of the aisle and work together. Unfortunately, Mr Bolling your apology is thin and the paper your words are printed on,... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Sophomoric Debate on Health Care is Distressing Aug 13, 2009
They re certainly not going to get those answers and factsfrom two of the Democratic Party s top leaders House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer from Maryland. Both Pelosi and Hoyer are among the president s top cheerleaders on Capitol Hill, championing the administration s so-called reform legislation and criticizing Republicans for opposing it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Security preparations made for Cardin visit Aug 12, 2009
the speaker of the House, and Steny Hoyer, D-Md. House majority leader, called health care reform opponents tactics an ugly campaign to disrupt meetings and prevent dialogue. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Obama tries to retake reform Aug 11, 2009
Un-American behavior': The House's top two Democrats on Monday called some of the behavior of health-care overhaul opponents "simply un-American." "These disruptions are occurring because opponents are afraid not just of differing views -- but of the facts themselves," said Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland ... Un-American behavior': The House's top two Democrats on Monday called some of the behavior of health care overhaul opponents "simply... (News & Observer)
Pelosi, Hoyer criticize health care protests Aug 11, 2009
"These disruptions are occurring because opponents are afraid not just of differing views but of the facts themselves," said Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland. "Drowning out opposing views is simply un-American. Drowning out the facts is how we failed at this task for decades.". (MSNBC -- Politics)
Town hall torment Aug 11, 2009
She and her top lieutenant Steny Hoyer, a Maryland congressman, then denounced the town-hall critics, calling them "un-American," a reckless, provocative - and inaccurate - charge that will only escalate the conflict. It's great media and lousy civics. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Lawmakers try to tone down health care town halls Aug 11, 2009
In an article published Monday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer wrote: "Drowning out opposing views is simply un-American.". Still, many lawmakers have decided it's important to go forward with their meetings to win over reluctant constituents - in some cases opting to move to a bigger venue, adding security and extending the time for questions. (Anchorage Daily News)
Pelosi, Hoyer call protests 'Un-American' Aug 11, 2009
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, insisting at the start of a long and politically heated summer congressional recess that healthcare reform can be achieved this fall, today are calling the disruption of "town-hall'' meetings by vocal protesters "simply un-American. . (FOX61, CT)
Pelosi, Hoyer: Town-Hall Protests ‘Un-American’ Aug 11, 2009
and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md. on Monday hit back at protesters aiming to derail town halls on health care, calling their efforts un-American. (Roll Call)
Congress Races to Save "Cash for Clunkers" Aug 3, 2009
Debate commenced at midday, and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer predicted a vote within hours, saying the funds would come from money approved earlier in the year as part of an economic stimulus bill. The Maryland Democrat said that at the request of House Republicans - whose approval was required for swift passage - the bill would include provisions for government auditors to make sure the money was being spent as intended. (CBS News)
No health care reform vote before August recess Jul 29, 2009
Majority Leader Steny Hoyer: No vote possible on health care reform by Friday ... Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, left, Rep ... "We would have like to have passed a bill through the House by Friday," House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland said after meeting with the conservatives, known as "Blue Dogs.". (CNN -- Health)
House health talks end night without deal Jul 29, 2009
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada said last week the Finance Committee negotiators needed more time to complete their compromise agreement, while House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland said Monday that a vote won't happen by the end of the week, when the chamber is scheduled to break until after Labor Day. had called for both chambers to pass bills before the break, but now says he is satisfied that progress is being made. (CNN)
Dems clear one health obstacle, others loom Jul 26, 2009
Steny Hoyer, the majority leader, left open the possibility that. lawmakers would be held in session a day or more longer than scheduled to allow time for a vote. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Hoyer Suggests Delay in House Vote on Healthcare Jul 26, 2009
Steny Hoyer of Maryland told lawmakers Friday that it might not be possible to finish the legislation, now bogged down in the Energy and Commerce Committee. Rebellious conservative-to-moderate Democrats have balked over the bill. (Newsmax)
Pelosi claims 'giant step' on health care Jul 25, 2009
Steny Hoyer, the majority leader, left open the possibility that lawmakers would be held in session a day or more longer than scheduled to allow time for a vote. If not, "We have every intention of passing it by the fall," he said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Obama questions motives of health care critics Jul 22, 2009
In the House, Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland said Tuesday the chamber could leave for its August break without a vote on a health care bill. "If we can get consensus we're going to move. If we can't get consensus, we're going to continue to work on creating consensus," Hoyer said. (CNN -- Health)
Experts: Obama Too Optimistic on Economy Jul 15, 2009
We've updated CBSNews. Politico: Miscalculation Would Mean Much Higher Deficits Than the Administration Is Now Acknowledging. (CBS News -- Politics)
Full Transcript of Pelosi Press Conference on Health Care Reform Jul 14, 2009
I'm very proud to be standing here with Steny Hoyer and Jim Clyburn, and John Larson and representing Democratic Leadership in the House to say that we hear what you are saying and we promise you that working with the President, we will have health care reform, and we will have it this year. With that in mind, I will be pleased to take any questions you have. (PR Newswire)
AP: Conservative Democrats Break Ranks on Health Care Jul 13, 2009
"We cannot support a final product that fails to" address these issues, members of the group wrote to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer. Opposition from the 52-member group could imperil House passage of a bill. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Lawmakers, read the bills before you vote Jul 12, 2009
Well, maybe it won t. But Steny Hoyer thought it was hilarious ... Steny Hoyer chortles at the thought of asking members of Congress to do their job properly. (Boston Globe)
The Bankrupt Party of Porkulus Jul 11, 2009
gov, will get an additional $18 million taxpayer-funded injection to support a "redesign." The Washington Examiner's David Freddoso points out that the contract was awarded to a Maryland firm whose donors have contributed $19,000 to Maryland's House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer. The Washington Times reported this week that "as much as $16.1 million from the stimulus program is going to save the San Francisco Bay area habitat of, among other things, the endangered salt marsh harvest mouse" in... (Human Events Online)
Blue Dogs’ Objections Could Delay Release of Health Care Bill Jul 10, 2009
Fresh objections from the Blue Dog Coalition will likely delay the release of Democrats health care legislation Friday, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md. said late Thursday. (Roll Call)
Health Care Overhaul Dealt Another Blow Jul 10, 2009
A group of the moderates met into early evening with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer and arranged to sit down with committee chairmen on Friday to go over proposed changes. Officials said the public release of the bill, originally set for Friday, would occur no earlier than Monday. (CBS News)
Senators say compromise is key to healthcare bill by fall Jul 6, 2009
Steny Hoyer, Democrat of Maryland and the House majority leader, compared requiring all Americans to have health insurance with mandating that all drivers carry auto insurance. We want everybody in the system, Hoyer said. (Boston Globe)
Pelosi's arm-twisting Jul 2, 2009
Yet no matter how many calls they made or how many times they checked and rechecked their list Majority Whip (D-S.C.) and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md ... Majority Leader Steny Hoyer. (Yahoo News)
Dems Present Hurdles... Jun 29, 2009
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland serves as an informal but well-established conduit between Ms. Pelosi and the Democratic centrists. White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel often reaches out to them as well. (The Drudge Report)
Freshmen Lawmakers Try To Keep Up Jun 27, 2009
As assistant to the speaker, Van Hollen has worked closely with Pelosi and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md. to educate first- and second-term Democrats on the complex topic. (CBS News -- Politics)
Key Dem Not A Fan Of Obama's Health Pitch Jun 6, 2009
WASHINGTON (USA TODAY) -- House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said Thursday that he disagreed with a major proposal President Obama advanced this week to help trim health care costs. Obama wants to give a little-known panel, the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission, more power to come up with recommendations to control costs in the government's Medicare program. (W-USA News, DC)
Anti-Pelosi ads, calls to begin in districts GOP has sights on May 29, 2009
By David Lightman, McClatchy Newspapers David Lightman, Mcclatchy Newspapers. Thu May 28, 3:49 pm ET. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
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HOH’s One-Minute Recess: Slicing and Dicing May 8, 2009
Other Congressional VIPs competing in the event included House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D) with his Maryland Crab Cakes and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R) and his wife, former Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao, with their Kentucky Derby Pie. Can t get enough HOH. (Roll Call)
Hoyer Defers Questions About Murtha to Ethics Panel May 6, 2009
continuing to make headlines and headaches for Democratic leaders Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md. on Tuesday again deferred any action on the matter to the House ethics investigators. (Roll Call)
The Right View: Theres a time to pull and a time to push Apr 28, 2009
Speaking of crisis-ridden articles, there was an op/ed in the Wall Street Journal several weeks ago by Steny Hoyer, a Maryland Democrat and majority leader of the U.S. House of Representatives. He wrote about dramatic policies being developed in Washington to jump-start things including legislation to provide jobs or job security, plans to address the mortgage mess, and ways to get credit flowing to families and businesses. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Federal workers may get bigger raises Apr 3, 2009
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Md. whose district is home to many federal workers, said in a statement e-mailed by his office that he is not necessarily seeking larger pay raises for civilian employees but wants pay increases for uniformed and white-collar workers to be equal. (USA Today)
U.S. Treasury seeks sweeping expansion of authority Mar 27, 2009
"I'm not prejudging the issue; I'm just saying at this point in time I want to look at it more carefully," House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland told reporters. However, Republican lawmakers expressed caution over the financial reform proposal, some accused the White House of "an unprecedented grab of power.". (Xinhuanet, China)
DC Voting Rights Mar 25, 2009
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Md. told reporters Tuesday he hopes to have a vote before the House takes a one-week break April 4. (W-USA News, DC)
Tradeoff: Weaker Gun Laws For Voting Rights Mar 21, 2009
Majority Leader Steny Hoyer pulled the measure from the House floor two weeks ago, fearing it would be amended. But Fenty suggests that gun-related amendments, if adopted with the bill, could be overturned. (W-USA News, DC)
Senate vows to scrap annual congressional pay increase Mar 18, 2009
Earlier today, the No. 2 Democrat in the House -- Maryland Democrat Steny Hoyer -- came out in opposit 00002314 ion to the bill. Lawmakers voted to skip their annual pay raises for several years in the 1990s and in 2007. (KLAS-TV)
Obama's need for speed Mar 10, 2009
And House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland says Obama cant tell Congress what to do when it comes to inserting lawmakers pet projects in spending bills ... House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer. (Yahoo News)
Top Dems adjust to life in Obama's shadow Mar 7, 2009
Reid and Pelosi were not pleased, but the sharpest response came from another team member, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland. "I don't think the White House has the ability to tell us what to do," he told reporters. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Martin: Why we secretly love earmarks Mar 6, 2009
McCain can crow all day, President can implore Congress to slow down the earmarks, but the response by a big-time Democrat, Steny Hoyer, speaks volumes about whether we will see earmark reform. "I don't think the White House has the ability to tell us what to do," said the House majority leader from Maryland. (CNN -- US)
Congress spending vote stirs earmarks debate Mar 5, 2009
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland said Tuesday the president could "suggest ways for us to reform," but added, "I don't think the White House has the ability to tell us what to do.". McCain and other critics of earmarking have had a field day ridiculing some of the projects in the bill, including $209,000 to improve blueberry production in Georgia, $1 million to control Mormon crickets in Utah and $1. (San Francisco Chronicle)
DC Vote Supporters Scramble To Save Bill Mar 5, 2009
On Wednesday, Council member Mary Cheh sent a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer asking that if the gun amendment goes forward, a new amendment should be added to apply the same gun rules to the Capitol and federal buildings. "If members of Congress are not willing to put themselves at risk with this additional amendment, they should eliminate the provisions that would endanger the people of the District of Columbia,"... (W-USA News, DC)
Two Dems urge Obama to veto spending bill Mar 5, 2009
The following day, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer declared that Congress, not Obama, will decide whether to put more limits on earmarks in upcoming spending bills. Asked about Gibbs' statement, Hoyer said flatly, "I don't think the White House has the ability to tell us what to do.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Divided Along Party Lines Feb 26, 2009
We are honored here to have with us tonight Steny Hoyer, the majority leader from Maryland ... STENY HOYER, (D-MD) HOUSE MAJORITY LEADER: Carl, what I thought is that whatever color, this is an extraordinary leader ... CAMERON: Steny Hoyer, sir, I had lots of questions, but you answered them with all of those. (Fox News)
House Bill May Reimburse Maryland and Virginia For Inauguration Feb 26, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, Congressman Steny Hoyer and Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley made the announcement Monday. The money is in a portion of the 2009 Omnibus Appropriations Act, which will soon be considered by the House of Representatives. (W-USA News, DC)
SOLUTIONS/HOYER: How to boost the economy Feb 15, 2009
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (Michael Connor/The Washington Times) ... House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (Michael Connor/The Washington Times). (Insight on the News)
AARP Maryland: Stimulus is First Step Toward Restoring Long-Term Financial Security for Older Americans Feb 14, 2009
"Unprecedented job loss, loss of savings and investments, and rising numbers of uninsured individuals has forced every American to take notice of this dire moment in history. The passage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 is a critical moment for Americans young and old and a vital jump start to our ailing economy. "Majority Leader Steny Hoyer and the entire delegation worked long and hard on this critical piece of legislation, and families in Maryland and across the US will... (PR Newswire)
Democrats muscle huge stimulus through Congress Feb 14, 2009
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Md. conceded there was no guarantee, but he said that millions and millions and millions of people will be helped, as they have lost their jobs and can t put food on the table of their families. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Economic recovery act to create 100,000 jobs Feb 12, 2009
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, Senator Benjamin Cardin and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer and Congressman John Sarbanes today visited Patuxent Research Refuge and Wildlife Research Center in Maryland to highlight the job creation and conservation benefits of President Obama's economic recovery plan, which is currently before Congress. The investments in the Department of the Interior that are included in the President's plan would create an estimated 100,000 jobs over the next two... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Ranking Lawmakers Vow To Take A Pass On Automatic Pay Raise Feb 11, 2009
Maryland Democrat Steny Hoyer said it would inappropriate for Congress to take its annual cost of living pay hike in 2010 while the economy is in such bad shape and so many people are losing their jobs, but lawmakers are going ahead and pocketing the $5,000 salary hike they got at the beginning of this year to raise their salaries to $174,000. Congress automatically gets a cost of living pay increase under a law passed 20 years ago. (KWTX.com, TX)
House Leader Promises Review of Ticket Holder Lock Out Feb 8, 2009
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland says he's disappointed, but has few words to ease people's frustration. He's a member of the Inaugural Committee, and he promises that the committee will try and figure out what went wrong. (W-USA News, DC)
Pelosi chides GOP criticism of stimulus Feb 8, 2009
"Two months ago, President Obama never thought the biggest obstacle to delivering the 'change' he promised would be Speaker Pelosi and Steny Hoyer," said Brad Dayspring, a spokesman for Minority Whip Eric Cantor. "House Republicans have made creating and protecting jobs their focus and it must be extremely frightening to like minded Blue Dogs like Brad Ellsworth and Gene Taylor that their views would be disregarded so harshly by their leaders.". (Insight on the News)
