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The so-called ‘right-to-work’ bills that passed in the Michigan Legislature today erode the hard-won right of unions to organize workers for better wages and conditions. http://1.usa.gov/UAe5jv
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- AboutCongressman Steny H. Hoyer of Maryland is a strong advocate of Democrats’ policies to strengthen America’s middle class, its economy, and its national security.
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Today’s schedule: The House will vote on going to conference to finalize the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2013. http://1.usa.gov/TT4BBo- As we get closer to the fiscal cliff, a growing number of Republicans are publicly supporting passing middle class tax cuts now to protect families and small businesses while negotiations continue. http://1.usa.gov/125Ljwq
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Great New York Daily News article about my visit to see Hurricane Sandy damage in New York firsthand and the need for Congress to immediately approve of disaster funding: http://nydn.us/RPDetNDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
The Obama Administration has made its request to Congress for supplemental disaster aid for areas affected by Hurricane Sandy, and Congress should act quickly to assist those communities with their recovery. http://1.usa.gov/UjJILRDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Today’s announcement that the Supreme Court will consider legal challenges to the Defense of Marriage Act and California’s Proposition 8 is the next step in America’s history of advancing civil rights. I am confident that the Supreme Court will rule that discrimination has no place in this nation. http://1.usa.gov/TI4kys- I attended a luncheon with members of the Andrews Business & Community Alliance and representatives from Joint Base Andrews today to discuss the fiscal cliff and other issues impacting the community. Thanks to the Alliance for highlighting Joint Base Andrews’ importance to our national security and regional economy.
- Pleased to join seniors in Prince George’s County for a holiday event hosted by County Executive Rushern Baker this afternoon.
- At Parkdale High School, I participated in a discussion with students on what they are learning as student bankers in Capitol One Bank's Student Banking Program and the importance of financial literacy.
- Today, flags fly at half mast as we honor Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. On this day, we recognize those lost on December 7, 1941 and all who answered the call to serve in the months that followed.
- Today, I visited the Charles County Children's Aid Society and delivered toys for their annual Christmas Connection, a wonderful program that provides children in need with Christmas toys and gifts. While I was there, I toured their warehouse and learned about the assistance they provide to families in need. Please consider donating clothing, toys, and other gifts this holiday season.
- This morning, I met with the Charles County Chamber of Commerce to discuss the fiscal cliff, the Make It In America jobs plan, and other issues important to Charles County businesses.
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Today’s jobs report showed the economy added 147,000 private sector jobs in November, causing the unemployment rate to drop to 7.7%. To solidify our economic recovery, Republicans must get serious about deficit reduction and job creation by making a good-faith effort to avert the fiscal cliff, extend middle class tax cuts, and allow votes on Make It In America job legislation. http://1.usa.gov/Uj007IDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Today, the Senate passed the Russia/Moldova PNTR and Russia Human Rights Bill. This bill will ensure U.S. companies will have better access to the Russian market while also providing for tougher sanctions against officials responsible for violating human rights and basic freedoms. http://1.usa.gov/11MvNW2- Today, I visited the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens, New York with Congressman Meeks and the US Army Corps of Engineers to see firsthand the devastating damage from Hurricane Sandy. http://1.usa.gov/XvAWla
- Thank you to the hardworking men and women in our U.S. Army Corps of Engineers who have been instrumental in the recovery following Hurricane Sandy.
- I joined Congressman Meeks and Col. Kent Savre, Commander of the North Atlantic Division of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to see firsthand the tremendous impact of Hurricane Sandy.
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The Interagency Task Force on Commercial Advocacy that President Obama announced today is an important step in the Administration’s efforts to ensure a level playing field for American companies seeking to do business abroad and export thei...r goods. We should continue on these efforts to help Americans businesses compete overseas by passing House Democrats’ Make It In America jobs plan that helps our businesses access foreign markets and invest in jobs and growth here at home. http://1.usa.gov/Rb6U4ASee MoreDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
I was on MSNBC’s “The Ed Show” this evening talking about the need to reach a balanced solution to avoid the fiscal cliff. http://1.usa.gov/Vl7196- Tonight at 8 pm I will be on The Ed Show on MSNBC talking about the fiscal cliff.
- Today, I met with organizations representing farmers in Maryland and across the country to discuss the need to take action on a long-term reauthorization of the Farm Bill. http://1.usa.gov/TKnIex
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On CNBC’s Squawk Box this morning, I said we need a balanced package to prevent the fiscal cliff and we need to act now to extend middle class tax cuts. http://1.usa.gov/VCXtbBDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Today’s schedule: The House will debate 8 suspension bills as the last legislative day of the week. http://1.usa.gov/TFo1KM- This morning at 8 am, I will be live on CNBC’s Squawk Box speaking with Joe Kernan and Becky Quick about the fiscal cliff.
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Today, I signed the Democratic discharge petition that would bring to the Floor the Senate-passed middle class tax cuts that would provide certainty for 98% of Americans and 97% of small businesses. http://1.usa.gov/VucYGvDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
I am disappointed that Senate Republicans blocked ratification of the U.N. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which would enable the United States to play a leading role in helping other nations set policies that expand opportunities for their own citizens with disabilities. http://1.usa.gov/UE6xhI- Republicans offering a proposal is a positive step, but it lacks the specifics we need for a balanced, responsible solution to avert the fiscal cliff. http://1.usa.gov/TDDpqZ
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Today, the GSA issued a Request for Interest for the new location of the FBI headquarters, which lays out certain requirements for the project and will help identify sites available in our region. With a significant portion of the federal workforce living in Maryland and ample land available near Metro stations, it’s clear Prince George’s County is the right choice for the new headquarters. http://1.usa.gov/Rx6MfqDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Today’s schedule: The Republican-led House will debate one suspension bill, with no votes scheduled. http://1.usa.gov/Rx0ht4- Today I met with six high level Corrections Officers from Nigeria, who were invited to Prince George's County for training to assist them in their work. I'm pleased they have the opportunity to visit our facilities and learn best practices from Prince George's County Correction Officers.
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Tomorrow, on World AIDS Day, we renew our commitment to fighting this terrible disease and helping to improve the lives of those millions affected by HIV-AIDS worldwide. http://1.usa.gov/VjZz3FDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Today, House Republican leaders released the legislative schedule for 2013. I hope we will use these scheduled days wisely to work together on behalf of the American people. http://1.usa.gov/YfEycg- A growing number of Republicans have distanced themselves from Grover Norquist’s flawed tax pledge. More Republicans should decide to put the interests of the American people before party, so that we can achieve what Americans want us to do – get our nation on a fiscally sustainable path to grow and strengthen our economy. http://1.usa.gov/SzFrWT
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I spoke on CNN’s Starting Point this morning about the need for a balanced plan to avoid the fiscal cliff. http://1.usa.gov/WyCG7Z- At 7:15 am this morning, I will be live on CNN's Starting Point with Soledad O’Brien to discuss the need for a balanced and bipartisan solution to the fiscal cliff.
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I join with Majority Leader Eric Cantor to express my deep disappointment in Abu Mazen's decision to put peace at risk by seeking Palestinian non-member observer status through the General Assembly of the United Nations. http://1.usa.gov/Rm8lNm- I am honored to have been elected by House Democrats to serve another term as our party’s Whip. In the 113th Congress, Democrats will do our part to help every family make it in America and set our nation on a sound fiscal path. http://1.usa.gov/TtCrKI
- Thank you to the House Democratic Caucus for electing me to serve again as Democratic Whip. I look forward to working with my colleagues as we continue our efforts to get things done for the American people.
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I join in calling on the Senate to agree to the U.N. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities ratification. The Convention draws heavily on the Americans with Disabilities Act, which Congress passed in 1990 with broad bipartisan support. I was proud to have helped lead that effort, along with former Rep. Tony Coelho and others. http://1.usa.gov/UcERhuDemocratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
Today’s schedule: Congress is debating eight bills naming facilities around the country in honor of Americans.Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
During Military Family Month, I am proud to honor our servicemembers and their families. We are grateful for your courageous service and extraordinary sacrifices.Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer shared a link.
On Small Business Saturday tomorrow, please support local businesses in Maryland: http://1.usa.gov/T2nQ8g- On this day last year, the Joint Committee on Deficit Reduction announced they had failed to reach an agreement, setting the stage for the across-the-board spending cuts and tax increases at the end of this year known as the fiscal cliff. Click “like” if you think Congress should come to a bipartisan, balanced and responsible solution to address the upcoming fiscal cliff.
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