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Steny Hoyer's Public Statements on Issue: Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

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

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11/20/2022 Tweet - "I am thinking of the victims of the horrific shooting earlier today targeting LGBTQ Americans in Colorado Springs and join in praying for their loved ones, Club Q staff and patrons, and the Colorado Springs community."
11/20/2022 Hoyer Statement on Colorado Springs Mass Shooting
09/20/2022 Tweet - "#DADT came to an end eleven years ago today, allowing #LGBTQ Americans to serve openly in our armed forces. It was one of my proudest moments as Majority Leader to bring that legislation to the Floor and I remain committed to the work of ensuring equal rights for LGBTQ Americans."
09/20/2021 Hoyer Statement on the 10th Anniversary of the Repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"
09/20/2021 Tweet - "Today marks 10 years since the end of the discriminatory 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy, which I was proud to play a role in ending. As we continue to fight for LGBTQ rights in Congress, I urge my colleagues in the Senate to pass #HR5, the #EqualityAct."
02/25/2021 Tweet - "Today, House Democrats passed the #Equality Act to end discrimination against LGBTQ Americans and affirm, once again, that justice is for all in this country. I hope the Senate will take up and pass this important legislation."
02/25/2021 Tweet - "Today was a proud day in the House after the #EqualityAct was passed, ending legal discrimination against LGBTQ Americans. Glad to share this day with advocates including @HRC President @AlphonsoDavid. Our work continues to ensure civil rights are secured for the LGBTQ community."
02/25/2021 Tweet - "Discrimination against LGBTQ Americans exists throughout our nation and must come to an end. I am proud to bring the Equality Act to the House Floor today to extend important protections and fundamental civil rights to every LGBTQ American."
02/24/2021 Tweet - "During my press conference today, I told reporters that the need for COVID-19 relief remains great; that's why I am bringing the #AmericanRescuePlan to the Floor this Friday. I hope that my colleagues will join in supporting this bill and providing relief to Americans."
02/18/2021 Tweet - "For too long, LGBTQ Americans have faced discrimination in employment, housing, and education. I'm proud to support #EqualityAct and ensure that every LGBTQ person is treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.@LeaderHoyer"
01/25/2021 Hoyer Statement on President Biden Reversing Trump's Transgender Military Ban
01/25/2021 Tweet - "Trump's ban on transgender Americans serving in uniform ran counter to our nation's principles & shortchanged our national security by denying the military the full talent & experience available to serve. I applaud @POTUS & @SecDef for ending this policy."
12/22/2020 Tweet - "Ten years ago, I was proud to play a leading role in the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' and bring legislation to the Floor ending that discriminatory policy. https://bit.ly/2WzGaPY"
12/22/2020 Hoyer Statement on 10th Anniversary of End of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell'
06/26/2020 Tweet - "The fight for full equality is not over. That's why House Dems passed the #EqualityAct to ban discrimination against LGBTQ people where discrimination remains legal. Together, we will win the fight & ensure our laws recognize the equal rights & dignity of LGBTQ people."
06/26/2020 Hoyer Statement on the 5th Anniversary of the Supreme Court's Marriage Equality Ruling
06/15/2020 Tweet - "Today's SCOTUS decision is a major victory in the ongoing march toward full equality for LGBTQ people. While this ruling removes a key hurdle, it is one step, & we must keep fighting to eliminate legal barriers to full equality and access to opportunity."
06/15/2020 Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on LGBTQ Rights
06/12/2020 Tweet - "4 years after the horrific shooting at Pulse Nightclub, I join in remembering the 49 victims, honoring the survivors & thanking the first responders on the scene that day. As we remember this tragedy during #PrideMonth let us continue to work to stamp out hate & #EndGunViolence."
06/01/2020 Hoyer Statement on LGBTQ Pride Month
06/01/2020 Tweet - "50 years ago, #LGBTQ Americans stood up at Stonewall and spoke out against discrimination & injustice. As we mark #PrideMonth we pay tribute to the gay rights movement & recommit ourselves to the unfinished work in the fight for equality and civil rights. https://bit.ly/300JoyK"
05/30/2020 Hoyer Endorsed by the Human Rights Campaign
05/01/2020 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Attempt to Undermine LGBTQ Health Care
05/01/2020 Tweet - "The Admin's rule to end anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ Americans is outrageous. House Dems will continue to do everything in our power to protect LGBTQ Americans from discrimination & help ensure access to quality, affordable health care."
03/31/2020 Tweet - "Today is #TransVisibilityDay, and I am proud to stand in solidarity with trans people around the country. In light of the public health crisis we face, we must continue to advocate for the trans community and work to ensure they are not denied health care due to discrimination."
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