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Steny Hoyer's Public Statements on Issue: Environment

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On The Ballot: Running, Democratic for U.S. House (MD) - District 5

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11/21/2022 Tweet - "The continued deforestation of the Amazon should concern us all deeply. I introduced the #AMAZON21 Act to combat deforestation, help us reach our climate goals, & protect our environment. I will continue calling for action on this critical legislation."
08/30/2022 Tweet - "I am outraged by the ongoing deforestation of the Amazon rainforest. I introduced the AMAZON21 Act to combat deforestation, help us reach our climate goals, & protect our environment. I will continue calling for action on this critical legislation."
07/28/2022 Maryland Congressional Delegation Shares Priorities with New Chesapeake Bay Leaders
07/28/2022 Hoyer Remarks at Press Conference on the Wildfire Response and Drought Resiliency Act
07/13/2022 Tweet - "Overnight storms have caused damage to roads and neighborhoods in #CollegePark. I advise residents to stay safe as crews work to clean up and restore power to homes. To stay up to date on weather alerts and safety info, visit @CollegePark_MD 's website here:https://collegeparkmd.gov"
07/10/2022 Tweet - "I was deeply dismayed to see news this weekend that deforestation of the Amazon rainforest has hit a new record, a serious threat to our planet. That's why I introduced #AMAZON21 legislation last November to make America a leader in ending deforestation."
04/22/2022 Tweet - On #EarthDay, we give thanks for the planet that sustains us & recommit ourselves to the task of protecting our environment, a responsibility that falls to every one of us. The #ClimateCrisis not only threatens ecosystems but endangers humanity as well. https://bit.ly/3OoqLM5"
04/22/2022 Tweet - "To achieve those ends, Democrats have used our House Majority to pursue a big and bold agenda for a more sustainable planet, including the #AMAZON21 bill I introduced last year to combat deforestation and help conserve carbon sinks around the world."
04/22/2022 Hoyer Statement on Earth Day
04/22/2022 Hoyer Statement on Earth Day
04/18/2022 Tweet - "As our last stop on the congressional delegation, we visited Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, where we met w/ the @NSF to learn about their critical work related to the global #ClimateCrisis, the Consul General & staff from the U.S. Consulate in Nuuk, & Kangerlussuaq community members."
03/02/2022 Tweet - "Honored to receive a perfect score on this year's @LCVoters National Environmental Scorecard. We have a duty to ensure our environment is protected for future generations. I look forward to continuing to make confronting the climate crisis a top priority."
01/18/2022 Hoyer Statement on the Retirement of Congressman Jerry McNerney
01/12/2022 Maryland Congressional Delegation Shares Top Environmental Priorities During Virtual Meeting with EPA Regional Administrator Adam Ortiz
01/12/2022 Sarbanes, Maryland Congressional Delegation Shares Top Environmental Priorities During Virtual Meeting with EPA Regional Administrator Adam Ortiz
01/11/2022 Tweet - "Bold leadership is necessary if America is to lead the world in fighting the climate crisis. @POTUS ' commitment to transition the U.S. to a net-zero economy by 2050 is just that, and the bipartisan infrastructure law is a key piece in getting our country to that goal."
12/13/2021 Hoyer Statement on the Loss of Former Maryland State Senator, Environmentalist Bernie Fowler
12/08/2021 Tweet - "As extreme weather events caused by climate change become more severe and more frequent, the #BuildBackBetter Act will bolster climate resilience and ensure that local governments can meet the needs of their communities by upgrading critical infrastructure."
12/03/2021 Tweet - "Learn more here about how the #BuildBackBetter Act will help address the climate crisis, bring down energy costs, advance environmental justice, create a domestic supply chain for clean energy technologies, & expand on climate resilience priorities"
11/18/2021 The Chesapeake Bay is an environmental treasure in Maryland & I am glad that the bipartisan infrastructure law bolsters years-long efforts by MD advocates, securing over $200 million to clean up & restore the Bay to full health & help protect our environment."Tweet - "
11/04/2021 Hoyer Advocates for Ending Deforestation, Combating Climate Crisis in AMAZON21 Bill
11/03/2021 Tweet - "Today I introduced H.R 5830, the #AMAZON21 Act, which will help developing countries end deforestation, a key piece of combating the climate crisis. This is an issue I have cared deeply about for many years & demands immediate action."
11/02/2021 Tweet - "During my weekly pen and pad, I told the press that work continues to advance @POTUS ' full #BuildBackBetter Agenda to unlock our nation's economic potential and give Americans the tools to #MakeItInAmerica through the Build Back Better Act and the bipartisan infrastructure bill."
11/01/2021 Hoyer Congratulates Hilary Harp Falk as New Chesapeake Bay Foundation President and CEO
10/18/2021 Hoyer Statement on Biden Administration's Roadmap to Address PFAS Chemicals
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