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MD · DISTRICT 5

Steny H. Hoyer

DemocratMarylandCurrently serving

Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source

What they said 18

Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.

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Energy & environment

Combat global deforestation

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Hoyer continues to champion the Combatting Global Deforestation Act, formerly known as AMAZON21. The bill would curb carbon emissions from deforestation, support reforestation efforts in developing countries, protect the rights of women and Indigenous peoples, and take other steps to protect carbon sinks. Its stated goal is to help end deforestation around the world by 2030.

Context: The passage describes a bill Hoyer has introduced; it does not say the bill has been enacted.

Campaign position · Original date not established
Energy & environment

Reduce carbon pollution and expand clean energy

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Hoyer supports reducing carbon pollution, advancing renewable energy technologies, and improving energy efficiency to address climate change. He says these steps are intended to help families and businesses save money, spur innovation, create good-paying jobs, and improve public health.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

Sources & original wording
reducing carbon pollution, advancing renewable energy technologies, and improving energy efficiency
Original date
Original statement date has not been established. The capture date is not the statement date.
Collected
11/10/2026
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Education

Expand full-service community schools

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Hoyer supports full-service community schools modeled on Maryland’s Judy Centers. These schools coordinate educational and social-service programs through partnerships with school districts and community organizations, and can bring services such as health care and career assistance together under one roof for families.

Context: The source describes a model and its services but does not specify a federal implementation plan or funding level.

Campaign position · Original date not established
Education

Support HBCUs and minority-serving institutions

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Hoyer supports providing historically Black colleges and universities and other minority-serving institutions with resources to meet students’ needs. He presents this as part of his effort to address educational inequities and close the achievement gap.

Context: The source does not specify the amount or form of resources.

Sources & original wording
supporting initiatives like providing HBCUs and minority-serving institutions with the resources they need
Original date
Original statement date has not been established. The capture date is not the statement date.
Collected
11/10/2026
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Education

Invest in Maryland public schools

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Hoyer supports continued investment in Maryland schools so they can remain among the best in the nation. He also supports investments in education for disadvantaged students and students with disabilities, along with funding for teacher professional development.

Context: The statement focuses on Maryland schools; it does not specify funding levels or a particular program.

Sources & original wording
committed to public education and believes that we must continue to invest in Maryland schools
Original date
Original statement date has not been established. The capture date is not the statement date.
Collected
11/10/2026
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Economy, taxes & work

Fight for cost-of-living adjustments for federal employees

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Hoyer says he fights each year to secure a cost-of-living adjustment for federal employees, aiming to help them deal with rising costs.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

Sources & original wording
Every year, he fights to secure a cost of living adjustment (COLA) for our federal employees
Original date
Original statement date has not been established. The capture date is not the statement date.
Collected
11/10/2026
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Economy, taxes & workHealthcareSocial Security & other benefits

Support fair pay and benefits for federal employees

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Hoyer supports fair pay and benefits for federal employees, including pay parity between military and civilian personnel, quality health care coverage, a solid retirement system, and fair working conditions. He opposes politically motivated efforts to target federal workers’ wages, benefits, and hours.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

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Civil rights & justiceHealthcare

Collect data on racial disparities in the pandemic

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Hoyer has urged collecting data on how the COVID-19 pandemic affected African Americans and Latinos. He said the information would help policymakers understand the pandemic’s effects on these communities. This was a stated action during the pandemic, not a specific proposal for a permanent data-collection program.

Context: The passage does not specify what data should be collected, who would collect it, or whether collection should continue beyond the pandemic.

Sources & original wording
He urged that data be collected so policymakers can fully understand how this pandemic has impacted African Americans and Latinos.
Original date
Original statement date has not been established. The capture date is not the statement date.
Collected
11/10/2026
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