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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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Dad. Proud Marylander. Congressman representing Maryland's 5th District. Chair of the U.S. House of Representatives Regional Leadership Council.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 3d
Attention #MD05: The 2026 Open Enrollment period is underway!

To ensure your health care coverage will still apply for your needs in 2026, Marylanders can visit www.marylandhealthconnection.gov or call 1-855-642-8572.

Enroll in your coverage today!
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 3d
The 2026 Open Enrollment period for health care coverage starts tomorrow, Nov. 1st.

As Trump & Republicans in Congress are driving Americans' health care costs up, I urge everyone to check the rates to see if their plan will still meet their needs next year.

Visit HealthCare.gov for more.
Hoyer Statement Ahead of the 2026 Open Enrollment Period
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement ahead of the open enrollment period for health insurance coverage in 2026:
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 4d
Without SNAP benefits, 42 million Americans - including nearly 680,000 in MD - would go without food assistance. Hundreds of federal employees in Maryland & beyond are already turning to their local food banks for help.

We must put an end to this Republican shutdown.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 4d
We must not choose between paying federal workers, lowering health care costs, or funding federal food assistance; all are critically important to the American people.

I will continue to demand a bipartisan agreement that accomplishes these objectives & puts an end to the Republican shutdown.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 4d
In the face of Trump’s illegal action to withhold SNAP funding, the MD Delegation is glad to see Gov. Moore take action to protect vulnerable families.

Team Maryland will continue working to support Marylanders as we fight to end this shameful Republican shutdown.

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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 5d
The Trump Administration doesn't want to reopen the government; they're working to dismantle it entirely.

Their refusal to negotiate a bipartisan deal to end the Republican shutdown sends a clear message to the American people: You're On Your Own.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 6d
Thankful that the illegal purge of federal workers during the shutdown has been put to a stop. Now it's time to get these patriots their paychecks.

I'll continue to stand up for them as House Democrats work to reopen the government & save health care.

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Judge extends order barring the Trump administration from firing federal workers during the shutdown
A federal judge in San Francisco has indefinitely blocked the Trump administration from firing federal workers during the government shutdown. U.S.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 10d
While Republicans are refusing to govern, federal workers are facing the consequences of their inaction & the Trump Admin's continued attacks.

We must end the Republican shutdown now and protect affordable health care. Our federal workers & the Americans they serve depend on it.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 10d
The expiration of ACA subsidies would deal a staggering blow to thousands of Marylanders' financial well-being & overall health.

Team Maryland demands Republican leadership bring the House back into session & act swiftly to protect the subsidies and save affordable health care.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 11d
The White House is being struck down by a president who apparently believes he is a king and wants to build a palace.

Trump is a temporary tenant in America's House, and he must be held accountable for his demolition of the East Wing.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 11d
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Hoyer, Ivey Host Shutdown Roundtable with Federal Workers
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 11d
If anyone understands the dire costs of the Republican shutdown, it would be our federal workers.

Until Republicans choose to govern, Congressman Ivey, Team Maryland, & I will keep working to reopen the government & lower Americans' health care costs as we help federal workers weather this storm.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 11d
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Hoyer, Pocan, Bishop, Ivey Demand Accountability for Trump's Demolition of White House East Wing
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government Congressman Steny H.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 11d
At a time when Americans are concerned about the cost of living, rising health care costs, and ending the Republican shutdown, Trump's focusing on demolishing the White House's East Wing – without approval from Congress or public transparency.

The Trump Admin must answer for their misconduct.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 13d
Since the Republican Shutdown began 22 days ago, we've witnessed the unlawful firings of federal employees, disruptions to vital services, and the danger of rising health care costs.

Tune in as Democrats hear from Americans who are experiencing these devastating impacts:
House Democratic Hearing on Impacts of the Republican Shutdown
YouTube video by Rep. Jeffries
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 13d
There’s a simple deal to be made: Reopen the government, pay our public servants, & lower health care costs for hardworking Americans.

It's imperative that Republicans come back to the table to negotiate a bipartisan agreement that accomplishes all of these objectives.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 14d
The Republican Shutdown has put financial strain on federal workers in MD, especially those reporting to the office to continue serving the American people. I commend Gov. Moore & Maryland Transit Administration for extending this resource as Team MD continues working to support federal employees.
Maryland will provide free rail and commuter bus transit to federal workers during shutdown - WTOP News
Maryland will provide free MARC train and Commuter Bus service to federal workers for the duration of the government shutdown.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 15d
The Dept. of Education's Office of Special Education & Rehabilitative Services helps students with disabilities & their families understand their rights under federal disability law to ensure they have a successful future.

House Dems demand a reversal of the illegal firings in this vital agency.
Hoyer Joins Representative McBath, House Democrats in Condemning Trump Administration’s Latest Attacks on Special Education
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steny H.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 19d
Rising living costs & health care expenses continue to threaten the economic stability of families across MD.

The Maryland Delegation is calling on Republican leadership to bring the House back into session & act swiftly to extend ACA tax credits to protect affordable healthcare for Marylanders.
Hoyer, Maryland Delegation Members Urge Republican Leaders to Reopen Government, Prevent Health Care Costs from Skyrocketing and Protect Rural Health Care Access
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) joined Congresswoman April McClain Delaney, U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks (both D-MD), U.S.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 19d
The law is clear: all impacted federal employees are entitled to back pay after a government shutdown ends.

I led my colleagues in demanding that OMB Director Vought follow the law passed by President Trump in 2019 & end his attack on federal workers.

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Hoyer, Kaine, Murkowski, & Van Hollen Lead Colleagues in Urging Administration to Follow Law on Back Pay for Furloughed Federal Workers
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD), and Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and U.S.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 19d
Republican leadership's refusal to swear in Rep.-elect Grijalva defies constitutional responsibility, contradicts the recent signing in of two Republicans & shirks their duty to the House.

I call on Johnson to fulfill his most basic responsibility to swear in the Rep.-elect as soon as possible.
Hoyer, Kaine, Murkowski, & Van Hollen Lead Colleagues in Urging Administration to Follow Law on Back Pay for Furloughed Federal Workers
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD), and Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and U.S.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 19d
Wishing a happy birthday to my dear friend and colleague, Governor Wes Moore.

I commend your leadership and dedication to making Maryland stronger, and I remain proud to continue our work together in making a transformative difference in the lives of Marylanders.
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 19d
My full statement urging President Trump, Secretary Rubio, and Special Envoy Witkoff to apply pressure on Hamas to return all remaining hostages, prioritizing American citizens Itay Chen and Omer Neutra:

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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 20d
Trump has used the threat of a shutdown in order to get what he wants for years.

Now, Republicans in Congress have let Americans' government shut down as part of their policy of leverage & force.

Their message to the American people has always been clear: "You're On Your Own."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer @hoyer.house.gov · 20d
More than two weeks ago, Republicans shut down the government so that Americans would not have the affordable health care they need and want.

House Democrats stand with the American people. We are ready to take action to reopen the government and lower health care costs.
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