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Steny Hoyer's Public Statements on Issue: Higher Education

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

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07/14/2022 Tweet - "As a member of the @HBCUCaucus , I was glad to meet with @MorganStatePres today to discuss his priorities for @MorganStateU . I appreciate his dedication to ensuring Morgan State and other HBCUs have the funding and resources they deserve to help set students succeed."
04/21/2022 Tweet - "It was wonderful to meet with Dr. Falecia D. Williams this morning - who proudly serves as President of @PGCCnews . I thank her for welcoming me to campus and discussing her priorities for students and faculty at PGCC."
04/07/2022 Tweet - "I was honored to welcome @TMCF_HBCU member-school Presidents and Chancellors to Capitol Hill yesterday. The leadership at HBCUs across the country, including #MD05's @BowieState , is critical to ensuring that students have the tools they need to succeed at school and beyond."
03/11/2022 Tweet - "The House and Senate have now passed major legislation that will benefit working families across #MD05. I was proud to champion key priorities in this bill & secure major funding on behalf of our communities in the district."
09/13/2021 Tweet - "When Congress passed the CARES Act, we included funding to help make college more affordable for students. I'm pleased @pgccnews used this relief to help students by eliminating their outstanding balances & ensuring they can pursue a quality education."
05/11/2021 Tweet - "Pleased to announce more than $543.8 million in funding for MD's colleges, universities, & students. Provided through the #AmericanRescuePlan, this funding will keep our colleges open & help students stay on track and complete their degrees."
05/05/2021 Tweet - "Glad that HBCUs across MD are planning critical investments to improve infrastructure, strengthen programing, & offer substantial scholarships for students in need. This is critical to address historic underfunding & put even more students on a pathway to success."
03/25/2021 Tweet - "Pleased that MD's HBCUs will be awarded $577 million. I thank the steadfast leadership of @SpeakerAJones & @SenBillFerg, & the countless advocates who worked tirelessly on behalf of HBCUs in Maryland. This legislation is an important step toward addressing historic inequities."
03/24/2021 Tweet - "I was glad to meet with @UofMaryland leaders and students today to discuss the priorities of the UMD community and ensure our students have the resources they need to excel. I will continue to work to make higher ed more accessible & affordable."
03/11/2021 Tweet - "I was honored to join the @HBCUCaucus to participate in the #HBCUSTEAM Day of Action, to celebrate the critical role that HBCUs play in our country and look at how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected these colleges & universities."
03/09/2021 Tweet - "On #HBCUSTEAM Day, let us recognize the importance of equitably funding our HBCUs so they have resources to ensure students are prepared for a successful career. As a founding member of the @HBCUCaucus , I'll continue working hard to support our HBCUs in MD & around the nation."
09/15/2020 Tweet - "Pleased to help secure funding for the MD Sea Grant program, which plays a critical role in preserving our local ecosystems. This funding will provide MDSG with further resources to help aquaculture communities hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic."
07/10/2020 Tweet - "Today I spoke w @President_Pines to reaffirm my support for @UofMaryland international students. The Trump Administration's decision to force international students to leave the country is reckless and wrong."
05/06/2020 Tweet - "Secretary Betsy DeVos and POTUS are finalizing a rule that would make it harder to protect students from sexual harassment and assault in schools & on college campuses - a serious threat the federal govt should confront with all the tools at its disposal."
04/13/2020 Tweet - "Through the #CARESAct, colleges & universities in #MD05 will federal funding to assist students facing emergency expenses due to the #coronavirus. Our Delegation will continue to work to provide MD students with resources they need during this pandemic."
04/03/2020 Tweet - "Assistance is available for student loan borrowers who are struggling to make payments as a result of the #coronavirus pandemic. I encourage student borrowers to review this guide for more information:"
03/25/2020 Tweet - "Student loan borrowers need relief during this national crisis. @USEdGov announced today that it will refund $1.8 billion to about 830,000 borrowers who have defaulted on their federal loans & will stop collections on borrowers in default for 60 days beginning March 13."
12/19/2019 Tweet - "As a member of the Bipartisan HBCU Caucus, I'm pleased that the #FUTUREAct was signed into law today for students in my district & around the country. HBCUs and MSIs can now benefit from permanent funding. I thank Rep. Adams for her leadership on this issue."
12/17/2019 Tweet - "I am so proud of the 4 extraordinary #HBCUs in MD, & I was pleased to celebrate House and Senate passage of the #FUTUREAct today, which will strengthen HBCUs and MSIs across the country. I thank @RepAdams for championing HBCUs and her leadership on the bill."
12/17/2019 Tweet - "The #FUTUREAct is a significant victory for America's students and will ensure permanent funding for #HBCUs & Minority-Serving Institutions, like @BowieState. As a member of the Bipartisan HBCU Caucus, I was proud to support this bill #ForTheFUTURE."
10/23/2019 Tweet - "The #FUTUREAct was passed by the House to reauthorize critical funds for HBCUs and MSIs. Senate inaction has caused existing funding to expire, leaving schools to cut back on programs for student success. I call on the Senate to put students first and take up our bill."
10/15/2019 Tweet - "I thank Chairman @BobbyScott & @EdLaborCmte Dems for introducing the College Affordability Act today. Far too many students are hindered by the cost of higher ed, and this critically important bill will help expand opportunity and ensure higher ed is in reach for more Americans. https://twitter.com/EdLaborCmte/status/1184127008428711936 …"
09/10/2019 Tweet - "I thank @FSCDems for their commitment to addressing the student debt crisis. Today, they are holding a hearing on this issue and are focused on ensuring student borrowers are not taken advantage of by student loan servicers."
06/22/2019 Tweet - "#OTD 75 years ago the GI Bill was enacted to help WWII veterans pursue education, job training, & home ownership. I'm proud that I helped advance the New GI Bill in 2009 to support those who served after 9/11. I will continue advocating for our nation's veterans, service members."
12/06/2018 Tweet - "In the wake of the tragic and avoidable death of Jordan McNair, it is critical that the entire University System of Maryland implements reforms to keep students safe. Yesterday the MD delegation met with representatives from USM. Read our statement here: https://bit.ly/2RFHLiU "
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