Maryland State Wire

Steny Hoyer, a seasoned U.S. Congressman representing Maryland's 5th district since 1981, recently shared several insights and acknowledgments via social media. His statements reflect ongoing political efforts and personal connections within the legislative landscape.

On December 2, 2024, Hoyer expressed gratitude towards Representative Raul Grijalva for his leadership in advancing self-determination for Puerto Rico. He highlighted their collaboration in passing the Puerto Rico Status Act during the last Congress. Hoyer extended his best wishes to Grijalva as he continues to represent Arizona's 7th district. "My thanks to @RepRaulGrijalva for his leadership of @NRDems & his partnership in advancing self-determination for the people of Puerto Rico as we led House passage of the Puerto Rico Status Act last Congress. I wish the best for him & his health as he continues to represent AZ07."

On December 4, 2024, Hoyer voiced support for naming the Fort McHenry Visitor and Education Center after Paul S. Sarbanes, describing it as a fitting tribute to the late Senator that would enhance Fort McHenry's historical significance. "I wholeheartedly support naming the Fort McHenry Visitor and Education Center after my dear friend Paul S. Sarbanes. It would be a fitting tribute to the late Senator and add further luster to the extraordinary history of Fort McHenry."

Later on December 4, Hoyer commended Representative Jerry Nadler's leadership on issues such as gun violence prevention, rule of law adherence, and marriage equality codification in federal law. He praised Nadler's representation of New York's 12th district with grace and compassion."I am grateful for my friend @RepJerryNadler's leadership on @HouseJudiciary and his efforts to curtail gun violence, uphold the rule of law, and codify marriage equality in federal law. I know he will continue to represent NY-12 with grace, decency, and compassion."