| Aug. 7, 2020
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Tweet - "Enhanced unemployment benefits expired a week ago and Republican leadership in the House & Senate is still refusing to join negotiations between Congressional Dems and the White House. It's time to get over our partisan differences to get this done."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Meng Seeks Coronavirus Assistance Funds for Immigrants
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Tweet - "As Congress considers proposals for #COVID19 relief, we must ensure that any additional funds provided to the Dept. of Defense are transparent and justified. My op-ed in @defense_news with @RepAdamSmith :"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Chicago Tribune - Commentary: Presidential tweets won't help Chicago schools. Real relief from feds will.
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Durbin Introduces Bill To Fund A Clean Climate Future
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Tweet - ". @MarcoRubio and I have a plan to address gaps in our health workforce & the disparities magnified by #COVID19--we call it the Strengthening America's Health Care Readiness Act. Read more about our plan here:"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the Senate, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the House, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the Senate - Peterson Leads Biofuels Caucus in Requesting Direct Aid for Renewable Fuel Producers
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Tweet - "Spoke w/ @NALC_National about the vital work postal workers are carrying out - from delivering lifesaving medications, keeping businesses running, or supporting mail-in voting. Funding the @USPS must be a priority & I'm fighting for exactly that in the next #COVID19 bill."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Durbin Joins Warren, Murray, Booker To Introduce The COVID-19 In Corrections Data Transparency Act
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Tweet - "Today, @RepDannyDavis & I called for Postmaster General to address unacceptable mail delays his operational changes have caused. Letter carriers' jobs are more critical than ever. During #COVID19 pandemic they are responsible for delivering medications & other vital mail."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Tweet - "I'm holding a press conference this morning with @RepDannyDavis to call for the immediate funding of @USPS . You can watch live here:"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Durbin And Davis Call For Immediate Funding For The U.S. Postal Service
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Sens. Moran, Tillis, Collins, Rounds, Daines, Lankford & Boozman Introduce Comprehensive Veterans Benefits Package
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Rep. Mike Bost, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Ways and Means Leaders Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Provide Emergency Support for Foster Youth and Child Welfare Services
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Rep. Danny Davis, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Bill to Authorize PHMSA Pipeline Safety Program Clears Senate
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue Secretary U.S. Department of Agriculture - Congressman Cleaver Calls on Usda to Provide More Flexibility, Support to Student Nutrition Programs
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve - Tlaib, Progressive Leaders Urge Federal Reserve Chairman Powell to Improve Lending Terms for States and Cities, Stave Off Public Sector Layoffs and Cuts
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Dingell, LaHood, Crist, Graves, Shalala Lead Call for Relief & Assistance to Lebanese People Following Beirut Explosion
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Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Letter to Donald Trump, President of the United States - Murphy, Senate Dems to Trump: Reopen the ACA Marketplace, Allow Seniors to Access Medicare During COVID-19 Pandemic
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Chairman Davis and Ranking Member Walorski Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Provide Emergency Support for Foster Youth and Child Welfare Services
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Rep. Danny Davis
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Reed, Menendez, Durbin Call for FBI Briefings in Weeks Leading up to Election Day, Express Concern about Foreign Influence Efforts to Target Congressional Investigations
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Tweet - ". @SecBernhardt 's upcoming oil & gas lease sale on UT's #PublicLands is bad business. The past 3 UT lease sales had low returns, with over half the land sold for just $2/acre, so I & 14 of my @SenateDems colleagues just asked him & #Pendley to cancel the sales & #ProtectMoab:"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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Tweet - "We can address climate change & spur economic growth in our communities at the same time--and that's exactly what my America's Clean Future Fund Act would do. You can read more about my bill to invest in a clean energy economy here:"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service - Durbin Leads Dem Members Of Illinois Delegation In Urging Postmaster General To Address Delays In Letter & Parcel Delivery In Illinois
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Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "Dem leaders spent last 2 months calling for negotiations, ever since House Dems passed the HEROES Act. You waited until the end of July b/c you saw no "urgency' & still have 20 members of your caucus who don't want any additional aid. The American people see through this charade."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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CNN - Sen. Durbin: Amend the Constitution to protect voting rights
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "Am encouraged by news of this partnership between @NIH and @UChicago , where they will be using AI to tackle issues with #COVID19 diagnosis, treatment, & monitoring. Glad to see @UChicago is once again leading the way to a better future."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "Had the privilege of introducing my dear friend, Normal Mayor Chris Koos at the Senate Commerce Committee hearing for his nomination to serve on the @Amtrak Board of Directors. Mayor Koos will be a great asset when it comes to the future of Amtrak."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary of the Dept. of Commerce - Durbin Joins Colleagues In Criticizing Trump Administration's Maneuvers To Manipulate Census And Hamper An Accurate Count
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Jayapal Leads 88 Lawmakers In Demanding Congress Save the Census
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Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rep. Lee Spearheads Letter Urging Congress to Increase Federal Funding for State Medicaid Programs During COVID-19
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Rep. Bill Foster, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Senate Passes Durbin, Rubio, Cardin Bipartisan Resolution Calling For Free, Fair, & Transparent Election In Belarus
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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With Gun Sales & Domestic Violence Surging Amid Pandemic, Blumenthal, Himes, Colleagues Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Close Dangerous Loophole to Protect Domestic Abuse Survivors
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Defense News - With billions of dollars at stake, let's responsibly and deliberately spend America's funds
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Roll Call - How can we fix our health worker shortage? Start with tackling student debt
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Christi Grimm, Acting Inspector General of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Subcommittee Chair Requests IG Investigation into Philips Ventilator Contract Following Staff Report Detailing Trump Administration Overspent Up to $504 Million
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mary Neumayr, Chairman on the Council of Environmental Quality - Bennet Joins Carper, 55 Colleagues in Bicameral Letter to White House Demanding Release of Public Records about Fast-Tracked Projects
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - With In-Person Visits Suspended, Van Hollen, Klobuchar Push for Access to Free Telephone Calls and Video Conferencing for Incarcerated People in Next Relief Package
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the Dept. of Labor - Democrats Demand Trump Administration Rescind Proposals Leaving Workers' Retirement Savings at Risk
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Durbin Urges Senate To Expand Health Care Workforce To Meet Nationwide Challenges Highlighted By COVID-19 In Next Relief Bill
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "55 years ago today, the Voting Rights Act became law. But the right of every American to vote--especially Black & Brown Americans--remains under attack. That's why I introduced a Constitutional amendment to protect voting rights. My op-ed for @CNN :"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Van Hollen, Markey, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act of 1965
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Durbin: We Must Fund The United States Postal Service
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "The American people are looking to Congress for significant action in response to #COVID19 & widespread unemployment. But Sen. McConnell won't even sit down with Democrats to negotiate. When America needs them most, Congressional Republican leadership goes into hiding."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "Will be joining @NewDay on @CNN soon to discuss #COVID19 relief negotiations and my amendment to enshrine the right to vote for every American in our Constitution. Tune in."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "Unlike President Trump, I believe in @USPS and I understand just how much they need our support right now. The next #COVID19 relief package must include funding for the Postal Service--this is not something our nation can afford to skimp on."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Davis, LaHood Announce $8 Million to Connect Transit for Downtown Bloomington Transfer Center
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Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Rep. Schneider Lauds NY Ag for Lawsuit Against NRA Over Non-Profit Status
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Rep. Brad Schneider
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Durbin, Moran, Colleagues: Include NIH Research Funding In Next COVID-19 Relief Package
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Coronavirus
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Durbin Introduces Normal Mayor Chris Koos During Hearing For Nomination To Serve On Amtrak Board Of Directors
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "Join me on Facebook Live where I am answering questions about #COVID19 and my priorities for the next round of federal relief legislation."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States of America - Schakowsky, House Health Care Leaders Demand Details on Trump Administration's Plan for COVID-19 Vaccine Production and Procurement
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Rosen, Harris Lead Letter Calling on CBP to Fully Adhere to the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act, Protect Unaccompanied Children at the Southern Border
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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LaHood Announces Over $1.8 Million in Education Grants to Support Low-Income Students in IL18
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Rep. Darin LaHood
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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LaHood Announces $10 Million Grant for Greater Peoria Mass Transit
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Rep. Darin LaHood
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service - Chair Maloney and Rep. King Lead Lawmakers on Letter to Postmaster General on Delivery Operations
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Roundtable: Telehealth Helped Keep Patients Safely Connected to Care Amidst COVID
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Rep. Danny Davis, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Chairman Krishnamoorthi Introduces "EVALUATE Act" To Ensure Safety And Efficacy Of Any COVID-19 Vaccine
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Durbin Discusses Postal Service Delays With National Association Of Letter Carriers
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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LaHood, Davis Announce $8 Million to Connect Transit for Downtown Bloomington Transfer Center
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Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Celebrating 55th Anniversary Of Voting Rights Act
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Bost Announces CARES Act Funding for Alexander, Pulaski & Union Counties
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Rep. Mike Bost
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Unanimous Consent Request
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Tweet - "I'll be joining @mitchellreports on @MSNBC soon to discuss my priorities for the next round of federal #COVID19 relief. Make sure you tune in."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the Dept. of Defense - Durbin To Esper: Justify Why Troops Will Be Removed From Germany
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Bill To Create National Heritage Area In Chicago's Bronzeville Community
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Senator Rick Scott Blocks Durbin, Lee Compromise To Protect Immigrant Workers & Children In The Green Card Backlog
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Durbin: Russian Interference In Our Elections Is A Threat To Our Democracy
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Tweet - "Eight years ago today, in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, a white supremacist terrorist shot and killed six worshippers at the Oak Creek Sikh gurdwara. I held a hearing on domestic terrorism where we heard powerful testimony from the son of one of the victims:"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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U.S. Senators Tina Smith, Merkley Unveil Plan to Prevent Pharmaceutical Companies from Price Gouging COVID-19 Vaccines, Treatments
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Tweet - ". @SenateDems have a comprehensive plan to address the health & economic toll of #COVID19. Our proposal will invest in public health & national service jobs & includes my bipartisan bill to tackle health disparities & workforce shortages. We just need @SenateGOP to join us."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Bost Announces Southern Illinois Regional Grants
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Rep. Mike Bost
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Jay Clayton, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission - Waters, Gottheimer, Sherman, Foster, and Lynch Lead Call For SEC Investigation into Kodak; Cite Concern Over Insider Trading Related to Defense Production Act Deal
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Rep. Bill Foster, ...
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| Aug. 5, 2020
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Tweet - "Sen. McConnell gives polished speeches on the Senate floor, where he criticizes @SenSchumer & @SpeakerPelosi who are in active negotiations with the White House on #COVID19 relief. But Sen McConnell's seat in those negotiations is empty."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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