Maryland State Wire

Steny Hoyer, a long-serving member of the U.S. Congress representing Maryland's 5th district, recently shared several updates via social media on various topics of national and international interest. His communications highlight his involvement in reviewing candidates for service academy nominations, securing federal funding for transportation projects, and commenting on international ceasefire agreements.

On November 25, 2024, Hoyer expressed his honor in joining the U.S. Service Academy Board to review candidates from Maryland's 5th district seeking nominations. He stated: "Honored to join the U.S. Service Academy Board to review #MD05 candidates who are seeking a service academy nomination." He further mentioned being impressed by the young adults inspired to serve their country and wished them luck with their applications.

The following day, November 26, 2024, Hoyer announced that he had joined the Maryland Delegation in securing over $200 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation for Amtrak projects aimed at improving rail services between Baltimore and Washington D.C. He noted: "I joined the Maryland Delegation to announce over $200 Million from @USDOT for @Amtrak projects to improve rail service between Baltimore and Washington, D.C." This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to enhance rail travel for passengers within Maryland and beyond.

Later that same day, Hoyer released a statement regarding an international development concerning a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. He shared: "My full statement regarding the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon today:" directing followers to read his complete remarks through an online link.