The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) has released a statement expressing appreciation for U.S. Representative Steny Hoyer, D-Md., following his announcement that he will retire from the U.S. House of Representatives after more than 40 years of service.
“Steny has been a consistent and trusted ally of the labor movement and the IAM throughout his career,” said IAM Union International President Brian Bryant. “He has always had a strong pro-labor voting record. We will miss his support for our IAM Union Local 4 members at Naval Air Station Patuxent River (PAX) in Maryland. He always stood strong for their rights and fought for consistent funding throughout his career.”
Hoyer is recognized as the longest-serving Democrat in the House, having played a key role in supporting pro-worker legislation during his tenure as House Majority Leader. His efforts included supporting collective bargaining rights, protecting retirement security, expanding healthcare access, and advocating for investments in infrastructure and manufacturing.
“Steny Hoyer never forgot where he came from or who he was fighting for,” said IAM Eastern Territory General Vice President David Sullivan. “He stood with our Maryland members in the Eastern Territory and with working families time and again. His leadership helped deliver real wins for workers across Maryland.”
IAM officials highlighted that Hoyer’s advocacy benefited both union members in Maryland and those working in Washington, D.C.
“Congressman Hoyer has always understood that working people deserve a seat at the table,” said IAM Union National Legislative and Political Director Hasan Solomon. “His leadership helped advance legislation that protected union jobs, strengthened worker rights, and ensured labor’s voice was heard on Capitol Hill. His retirement marks the end of an era, but his impact will be felt for generations.”
IAM Union Maryland/DC State Council President Rick Compher also noted Hoyer’s longstanding commitment to union priorities: “On behalf of our members in Maryland and Washington, D.C., we thank Congressman Hoyer for his decades of service and unwavering support for working families and wish him all the best in his well-earned retirement. He listened to our members, supported our priorities, and consistently fought for good-paying union jobs.”
The IAM Union represents about 600,000 active and retired workers across North America in industries such as aerospace, defense, transportation, healthcare, automotive, shipbuilding, railroads, transit systems, airlines, and more.
