Steny H. Hoyer
Democratic · U.S. Representative, MD-5
30+ years
House terms
23
Years in Congress
45
First took office (this chamber)
January 5, 1981
Current term ends
January 3, 2027
Next election
November 2026 NOT RUNNING
Age
87
2026 plans
Not seeking re-election. Announced January 7, 2026. News report ↗
Service in Congress
- House 1981–present
Committees
- Committee on AppropriationsSubcommittees: Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies; Legislative Branch; Financial Services and General Government (Ranking Member)
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