The Key Bridge collapse impacted the livelihoods of thousands within our region and our entire nation. Over the last two years, Team Maryland worked together to recover & rebuild. Today’s settlement is another important step towards holding the liable parties accountable and building back stronger.

Thank you to all who joined the 45th Annual Service Academies & College ROTC Showcase. I was glad to see many #MD05 students intent on pursuing an education & training to become a commissioned officer at one of our esteemed institutions. I wish them luck as they seek to serve our country in uniform.

Congratulations to Jenna Tran from Anne Arundel County on winning the 2026 #MD05 Congressional Art Competition! Her piece "A Dream" conveys how our youth's imagination is fascinating & powerful. I applaud her artistic technique & creativity & I look forward to viewing her art in the Capitol complex.

I join the Jewish community in America, Israel, and around the world in mourning Abe Foxman, who led ADL with wisdom and courage for decades.

While last month saw modest job growth, the data does little to dispel the economic uncertainty Americans have felt since Trump took office. By working to fund the President's vanity projects instead of lowering gas, grocery, and utility costs, Republicans are once again saying ‘You’re On Your Own.’

We observe Jewish American Heritage Month this year at a moment of danger & anxiety for the American Jewish community, which faces unprecedented levels of antisemitism.

On February 11th, Ranking Member @delauro.house.gov and I introduced a bill that would fund the law-abiding agencies within the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE and CBP. The House passed legislation that does exactly that – 78 days later.

During Public Service Recognition Week, we highlight & thank our public employees for their dedication to making a difference in the lives of Americans every day.

It is vital that our intelligence agencies have the tools necessary to identify threats before they materialize and provide critical information to national security leaders.

SCOTUS's Callais decision is an affront to everything my brother John Lewis and so many others marched and bled for. Each time the Voting Rights Act is weakened, Americans lose a bit more faith in their democracy.

Great to join Governor Wes Moore at District Heights Elementary School to learn more about how CSRAP has made a real difference in students' and their families' lives. As a longtime advocate for early-childhood education, I'll keep working to support the well-being and success of our students.

For four years, we've watched the Ukrainians stand against Putin's authoritarianism with the military and financial support of its allies, including the United States. I continue urging my colleagues to support additional funding for Ukraine as they fight for their freedom and national integrity.

The United States has always been a decisive leader in helping deliver peace and prosperity globally, and our adversaries are watching the level of aid we give to our allies at this critical moment. We must not retreat from our responsibility to support our allies that are fighting for liberation.

Enacting the HAVA was one of my proudest achievements, & I was glad to join a panel discussion at UMD on how secure voting systems help maintain Americans’ faith in our elections. I encourage our youth to find ways to get involved with election administration to support the future of our democracy.

BARC is among the largest and most influential agricultural research facilities in the world. USDA's proposal to decommission BARC is illegal & deeply harmful to American farmers & food security. The Trump Administration must work with Congress on the long-term future of BARC and its vital mission.

I am deeply disturbed by the shooting that took place at the White House Correspondents Dinner. I thank the Secret Service for its swift response to protect all those in attendance. We must recommit ourselves to peaceful discourse; violence is never appropriate to address political disagreements.

Tune in tonight at 7:00 p.m. as I join Dasha Burns and Congressman Mark Amodei on C-SPAN's Ceasefire to discuss the cost-of-living crisis, the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown, and more. Watch here: www.c-span.org/series/?ceas...

The law is clear: BARC must be kept open so it can continue to support agricultural research & innovation and American farmers’ efforts to put food on our tables. Team Maryland is committed to seeing that USDA keeps BARC where it belongs in Prince George’s County. hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

If Congress continues to pretend that January 6, 2021 was just another day in Washington, D.C., we violate our oath and allow perpetrators of violence to evade accountability. I oppose any effort to rationalize insurrection and that attempt to undermine the Constitution by force.

During his service in the Congress, I witnessed Rep. David Scott’s hard work transform the lives of countless farmers and Americans. I'm deeply saddened by his passing, and I pray his family is comforted by knowing how much of a positive impact he had in Georgia and our country.

Happy Earth Day! While we celebrate nature and our beautiful communities, the work remains to stop the climate change threatening our health, ecosystems, & natural resources. Today & every day let us make sustainable decisions and implement solutions that protect our planet for future generations.

Great to visit Charlotte Hall Veterans Home with Gov. Moore & witness the profound impact of our collective action to strengthen health care for veterans. Team Maryland remains committed to ensuring that Marylanders who bravely served our nation in uniform receive the quality of care they deserve.

The FSGG bill is supposed to be the vehicle for funding agencies that power our government to operate in the best interests of the American people. Instead, it falls far short. @democrats-appropriations.house.gov will keep fighting to ensure the government works for those it is supposed to serve.

Our nation's veterans deserve better than what they've experienced over the past year and a half from the Trump Administration. Tune in at 11:00 a.m. as @democrats-appropriations.house.gov work to honor the promises we made to those who served and their families:

Proud to announce that the Maryland Fifth District’s 45th Annual Service Academy & College ROTC Showcase will take place on Friday, May 8th. I encourage all #MD05 students, parents, and educators to come see what our prestigious service academies have to offer. RSVP: forms.office.com/g/rFCfMCbS2e

Republicans continue to slash programs and protections that ensure our elections are secure and protect Americans from scams & higher costs for services they need. @democrats-appropriations.house.gov will keep standing against their efforts to leave hardworking Americans vulnerable & on their own.

It was an honor to join the groundbreaking for the new ARLIS facility at UMD. I was proud to secure federal funding for advanced research infrastructure at UMD & am thrilled to see quantum computing initiatives expanding. I look forward to the exciting discoveries that will emerge from the facility.

Serving on the Helsinki Commission was one of the defining chapters of my 45 years in the House. As I gathered with past and present Members & staff of the commission, we were reminded that democracy’s survival is never inevitable; it requires vigilance, cooperation, courage, and above all, action.

Instead of investing in our civic institutions, Republicans are slashing federal programs and services that protect and make life more affordable for hardworking American families. Tune in now as @democrats-appropriations.house.gov fight back:

I was honored to join the NFFF Flag Ceremony to remember our fallen heroes and give thanks for their sacrifice for our nation. As Co-Chair of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus, I will continue my work to keep our firefighters safe in the line of duty and support their families.

It was an honor to be recognized by the St. Mary's River Watershed Association for my work to combat the challenges that our beloved St. Mary's River & its ecosystem face. I look forward to continuing our partnership to support a healthier, cleaner, & more sustainable St. Mary's River and watershed.

Today I join Jewish communities around the world to observe Yom HaShoah in remembrance of the 6 million Jews killed in the Nazis' horrific genocide. It is up to all of us to ensure that the memory of the Holocaust doesn't fade from history but instead helps shape a better, more just future for all.

I am deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend, former Congressman Eliot Engel, whom I served with for 32 years. Eliot's service to his constituents - & his beloved home borough, the Bronx - never wavered as he worked to protect our national security while upholding the highest of our values.

Local newsrooms not only keep our communities aware, but they help Americans make informed decisions & hold our leaders accountable. On Local News Day and every day, I encourage those in #MD05 & beyond to reconnect with their most trusted local news sources & recommit to supporting the free press.

To all in #MD05 and across the country who celebrate, Happy Easter! May you enjoy a celebratory day with your loved ones as we welcome the arrival of spring and a season of joy and renewal.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: I am accepting submissions for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition until Friday, April 10, 2026. I encourage all #MD05 high school students to submit their artwork to my office. To learn more about submission requirements, visit my website: hoyer.house.gov/help/student...

American tax dollars should fund programs & services that serve & protect Americans – not gilded ballrooms & tax giveaways for billionaire donors. While Trump & Republicans prioritize the ultra-wealthy, House Democrats are working to lower the high cost of living & fix our broken health care system.

NATO is the Free World’s best defense against aggression. Trump's dangerous threats to withdraw the U.S. from the alliance further undermines the U.S.'s relationship with our allies and jeopardizes global security and prosperity. My colleagues and I will continue to defend NATO in Congress beyond.

One year after Trump's 'Liberation Day,' American families continue to experience the long-term consequences of his costly, irresponsible tariffs.

Chag Sameach to all observing Passover in #MD05 and around the world. May the Passover story of perseverance and the struggle for freedom be a source of resilience and hope during this time of challenge for Israel and the Jewish people.

Wishing much luck to NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman & his team as they prepare for the Artemis II launch tonight.

Trump promised to lower costs on Day One. Nearly one year after his 'Liberation Day,' costs for essentials have skyrocketed and life is more expensive than ever for hardworking Americans. House Democrats are fighting every day to lower the cost of living and end the Republican affordability crisis.

The courts have made it clear: Changes to the People’s House must be transparent, publicly funded, and done with the consent of the Congress. At a time where millions across the country are concerned with affordability, I am glad that Trump’s gilded ballroom construction has been put to a halt.

Today we celebrate 50 years of WMATA providing safe & reliable public transportation for the National Capital Region. I've been proud to partner with @wmata.com throughout my career to keep our communities and economy moving forward. I will continue to support & work to invest in America's Metro.

Republicans continue to hold off on Ranking Member DeLauro’s DHS funding bill as a tactic to undermine ICE's lawlessness. They do so to the detriment of federal workers and the Americans they serve.

Trump knows that voting by mail is a safe & secure way to cast your ballot. His MAGA majority's efforts to disenfranchise eligible Americans with the Save America Act are shameful & nothing short of hypocritical. We must protect the integrity of our elections & ensure every citizen's vote counts.

Federal workers need the right type of space to do their jobs as effectively & safely as possible, and the Reagan Building fails to meet the FBI's security & operational needs.

On #EqualPayDay, we're reminded how the gender pay gap affects not only women, but families across the country. I was proud to bring the Paycheck Fairness Act to the Floor as Majority Leader, and Democrats will continue fighting to close the wage gap & ensure women receive equal pay for equal work.

The Key Bridge collapse was bigger than Baltimore. In the wake of this tragedy, our state came together to recover those we lost, clear the channel, and reopen the Port.

Great to join the celebration for the exciting upgrades at St. Mary's County Regional Airport. I thank the Commissioners of St. Mary's County & MD Department of Public Works & Transportation for their partnership and work to implement these federal investments for the Southern Maryland region.