WASHINGTON, April 10 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Former Congressman Eliot Engel * WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement today regarding the passing of former Congressman Eliot Engel: "I am deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend, former Congressman Eliot Engel. I had the pleasure of serving in the House with Eliot for thirty-two years. All public servants should strive to emulate the principles and co more PR