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Steny Hoyer's Public Statements on Issue: Military Personnel

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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."
02/22/2022 Tweet - "Thanks to the National Guard and the Piscataway Tribe, a popup vaccine clinic will be at the St. Ignatius Church on 2/24, from 3-7 p.m. to continue equitably vaccinating residents. I encourage those who haven't yet gotten vaccinated in the Nanjemoy area to stop by."
09/24/2021 NEWSLETTER: Upholding our Commitment to Fifth District Servicemembers with the FY2022 NDAA
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."
08/28/2021 Hoyer Statement on U.S. Airstrike in Afghanistan
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'
12/13/2020 Hoyer Statement Calling on VA Secretary Wilkie to Resign
12/13/2020 Tweet - "Secretary Wilkie has lost all credibility, and he has no place leading the Department of Veterans Affairs. He ought to resign immediately."
12/08/2020 Hoyer Statement on Passage of the NDAA Conference Report
09/04/2020 Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Comments Demeaning Servicemembers
09/04/2020 Tweet - "Trump's words about those who died defending our nation were disgusting and outrageous. Never before have I seen a president so callously demean the sacrifices and service of America's fallen heroes and those currently serving. Read my full statement:"
07/23/2020 Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2021
06/29/2020 Tweet - "It is outrageous that POTUS has taken no action since our intelligence assessed Russia placed bounties on US troops in Afghanistan. While I will be going to the White House tomorrow for a briefing, the Admin ought to brief the full House immediately."
06/29/2020 Hoyer Demands All-House Briefing on Russian Bounties on U.S. Troops in Afghanistan
06/20/2020 Tweet - "I am disappointed that the Navy decided to not reinstate Captain Crozier, after initially recommending his reinstatement. He should not face retaliation for raising concerns about the safety of those under his command."
06/11/2020 Tweet - "Trump is failing service members. Not only is it wrong to politicize the National Guard and use them to put down peaceful protests, but his orders have taken a toll on those who have sworn an oath to protect Americans & uphold the Constitution."
05/28/2020 Hoyer, Cardin, Brown, Van Hollen Praise Honorary Promotion for Murdered Bowie State ROTC Student Richard Collins III
05/27/2020 Cardin, Hoyer, Brown, Van Hollen Praise Honorary Promotion for Murdered Bowie State ROTC Student Richard Collins III
03/26/2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Maryland Delegation Delivers Full Federal Funding for Maryland National Guard During COVID-19 Deployment
03/11/2020 Directing the Removal of United States Armed Forces From Hostilities Against the Islamic Republic of Iran That Have Not Been Authorized By Congress
01/24/2020 Hoyer Statement on U.S. Service Members Diagnosed with Traumatic Brain Injuries After Iranian Strike
12/04/2019 Letter to Chairman Adam Smith, House Armed Services Committee and Chairman James Inhofe, Senate Armed Services Committee - Hoyer, National Capital Region Delegation Urge Chairs of the Armed Services Committees to Provide All Federal Employees with Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits
09/20/2019 Tweet - "It has been 8 years since the discriminatory Don't Ask Don't Tell policy was repealed, allowing #LGBTQ Americans to serve openly in the Armed Forces. I was proud to bring legislation to repeal #DADT to the House Floor, and House Dems continue to stand up for LGBTQ rights."
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