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Seat

Representative for Maryland District 5

Born

June 14, 1939

Age 86

Phone

(202) 225-4131

Office

1705 Longworth House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Maryland District 5

Steny H. Hoyer

Steny Hamilton Hoyer is an American politician and retired attorney who has served as the U.S. representative for Maryland's 5th congressional district since 1981. He also served as House Majority Leader from 2007 to 2011 and again from 2019 to 2023. Hoyer first attained office through a special election on May 19, 1981, and is in his 23rd House term. His district includes a large swath of rural and suburban territory southeast of Washington, D.C. Hoyer is the dean of the Maryland congressional delegation since 2017 when Senator Barbara Mikulski retired and the most senior Democrat in the House.

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Voting Record — 497

Yes41%

No54%

Present1%

Not Voting4%

Party align98%

Cross-party2%

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Congressional District 5

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Steny H. Hoyer

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMaryland District 5

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Steny H.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 0 sponsored · 37 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govOct 7(source)

My full statement to mark two years since the October 7th attack on Israel: hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govOct 3(source)

The absence of a September jobs report comes as Republicans are raising health care premiums and costs and giving tax breaks to corporations and the wealthy. Despite the lack of data, Republicans' message to working families is clear: You’re On Your Own.

Hoyer Statement On the Absence of a September Jobs Report

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement regarding the absence of a September Jobs Report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS):

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govOct 3(source)

OMB Director Vought's move to terminate lawfully approved energy and infrastructure projects sends a clear message to Americans: You're On Your Own. Team Maryland is working to maintain these investments and lower costs for working families across our state.

Maryland Delegation Members Release Statement on Administration’s Partisan Move to Cancel Funding for Maryland Energy and Infrastructure Projects

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, members of the Maryland Congressional delegation, including Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD), and U.S.

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govOct 2(source)

As Yom Kippur comes to a close this evening, I wish that all within the Jewish community had a meaningful day of atonement. G’mar Chatima Tova.

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govOct 2(source)

Republicans’ government shutdown has brought about uncertainty, frustration, & fear for many Americans and their families. I encourage Marylanders in #MD05 to visit my website and reach out to my office with your comments, questions, and concerns during this time. hoyer.house.gov/impact-gover...

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govOct 2(source)

The facts speak for themselves: the American people know who is to blame for shutting down the government. Republicans are in charge of the House, the Senate, and the White House.

We asked 1,000 Americans who is to blame for the shutdown. Here’s what they said.

More Americans blame Trump and Republicans than Democrats for shutdown, poll finds.

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govOct 1(source)

hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

Hoyer Remarks at Press Conference with Maryland Delegation to Condemn the Republican Shutdown

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) delivered the following remarks at a press conference with Members of Congress in the Maryland Delegation to condemn the Republican government shutdown. Below is a video and transcript of his full remarks:

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govOct 1(source)

The Trump Admin's policies have devastated thousands of federal employees and families in MD. Republicans' government shutdown will worsen the ongoing crisis. Team Maryland is ready to work, ready to reopen government and end this health care crisis. It’s time for Republicans to come to the table.

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govOct 1(source)

My full statement regarding the Republican government shutdown: hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 30(source)

My full statement regarding the last day of service for federal employees who took the Deferred Resignation Program (DRP): hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 30(source)

Shutting down the government is not only wasteful, but it would devastate thousands of federal employees and millions more Americans who rely on their service. Watch @housedemocrats.bsky.social continue the fight against the Republican shutdown: www.youtube.com/live/2dm-OKj...

Stop the Republican Shutdown

YouTube video by Rep. Jeffries

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 30(source)

hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

Hoyer Joins Elfreth, Alsobrooks to Introduce Legislation to Help Federal Workers During Shutdowns

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H.

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 30(source)

The Trump Admin's policies have devastated the federal workforce, & Vought seeks to use the possible shutdown to further traumatize & villainize their service. I joined @elfreth.house.gov & @alsobrooks.senate.gov to ensure federal workers have the support they need during a shutdown.

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 26(source)

The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the removal of the only remaining Democrat on the FTC undermines the agency's work to protect American consumers, Congress' authority, & the Constitution itself. Trump's actions to gain more & more power continues to threaten our democracy.

Hoyer Statement on SCOTUS Decision Upholding the Firing of FTC Commissioner

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government (FSGG), released the following statement after the Supreme Court upheld President Donald Trump's decision to terminate Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter:

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 25(source)

Those who want the government to stay open & operating don't threaten to purge the very people who make it work. OMB Director Russell Vought's memo is part of his shameful campaign to vilify and traumatize federal employees, who serve our nation every day.

Hoyer: Those Who Want the Government to Stay Open and Operating Don't Threaten to Purge the Very People Who Make It Work

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement in response to a leaked memo from the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) that directs federal agencies to draft plans for mass layoffs ahead of a potential government shutdown:

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 25(source)

My full statement on Trump's shift regarding Ukraine: hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 24(source)

Team Maryland is firm in our commitment to keeping BARC open despite the Trump Administration's efforts to shutter the center. We will continue standing up for the agricultural community and the American people they serve. hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 23(source)

The only American that Republicans' partisan funding bill serves is Donald Trump. House Democrats are united in the fight to protect healthcare and the wellbeing of the American people.

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 23(source)

hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

Hoyer Remarks at Press Availability Following Tour of the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) delivered the following remarks at a press availability with Maryland Delegation members following a tour of the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC) in Beltsville, Maryland:

Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govSep 23(source)

I joined members of the Maryland Delegation to visit BARC, which has led innovation in agricultural research for decades. We'll continue fighting the Trump Admin's efforts to shutter the facility and working to protect BARC, its experts, & the health and safety of the American people.

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Sponsored Bills(0)

None on record

Cosponsored Bills(37)

H. Res. 1253 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commende…
Joined: 2026-05-04
H. Res. 1213 (119th)
Supporting the recognition of April 2026 as "National County Government Month" to honor the …
Joined: 2026-04-23
H.R. 7806 (119th)
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to codify the Direct File program.
Joined: 2026-03-04
H.R. 7481 (119th)
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026
Joined: 2026-02-11
H.R. 7480 (119th)
To increase the rates of pay under the statutory pay systems and for prevailing rate employe…
Joined: 2026-02-10

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Voting History

497 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-12-17	H.R. 6703 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 6703 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3616 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H. Con. Res. 64 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H. Con. Res. 61 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H. Res. 953 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H. Res. 953 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 3632 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 3632 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-16	H.R. 4371 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 4371 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-16	H. Res. 951 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H. Res. 951 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 3187 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-15	S. 284 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-12	H.R. 3668 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-12	H.R. 3668 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 2550 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H. Res. 432 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3898 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3898 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3638 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3628 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H. Res. 939 (119th)	Kill the motion	PRESENT	NO	—	Passed
2025-12-10	H. Res. 432 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-10	S. 1071 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-10	S. 1071 (119th)	Motion to Commit	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-10	H. Res. 936 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-10	H. Res. 936 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-10	H.R. 1676 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-09	S. 356 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-04	H.R. 1049 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-04	H.R. 1069 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-03	H.R. 1005 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-03	H.R. 4305 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-03	H.R. 2965 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-02	H. Res. 916 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-02	H. Res. 916 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-02	H.R. 4423 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-01	H.R. 5348 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 1949 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 3109 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H. Res. 893 (119th)	Motion to Refer	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 6019 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 4058 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 5107 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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