WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The spin wars have started in the House of Representatives as Democrats and Republicans are arguing over the new majority's plan for its first 100 hours.

Following Republican criticism that Democrats are pushing major bills through without their input, incoming House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer declared Wednesday that his party has a mandate from voters to enact reform immediately.

When Republicans ruled Congress, Democrats were highly critical of Republican's legislative tactics, which prevented those in the minority party from getting votes or debate on their ideas. Now, employing a similar strategy, Democrats are being accused of blatant hypocrisy.

Hoyer said after the first 100 hours of work, he expects to Democrats give Republicans more say including the abilities Democrats sought when they were in the minority.

The Maryland Democrat also told reporters he is "optimistic" that House-enacted reforms will be approved in the closely-divided Senate, adding "there will be judgment on that" if they do not.

Those 100 hours will officially begin next Tuesday, according to Hoyer, despite the fact that the session begins tomorrow. Democrats seem to be drawing a fine line between the ethics and rules changes they plan to pass this week and the new laws that hit the floor next week.

Hoyer predicts it will likely take less than 100 hours in session to pass all the bills Democrats are proposing but adds "it depends on how you're counting the 100 hours."