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March 3, 2021 Tweet - "The vast majority of Americans support President Biden's American Rescue Plan and Senate Democrats are moving forward as quickly as we can to pass this package and get relief to the American people. I urge my Republican colleagues to stop obstructing and join us." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Elizabeth Richter, Acting Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Napolitano, Katko, Lee, González-Colón Lead Bipartisan Opposition to Harmful Changes to Medicare Part D's Six Protected Classes Rep. Bill Foster, ...
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Nearly one year ago, @chicagolabor asked me to help laid-off workers keep their employer health insurance plans. So proud that we could work together to include full COBRA coverage in the final draft of the American Rescue Plan. Millions of families will benefit as a result." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Was called to the WH today to meet with @POTUS about our shared commitment to increasing federal funding for medical research. We both personally understand the toll of cancer for millions of families, so I'm honored to join him in finding ways to support medical research." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Putting the Fix in Future Elections Rep. Mary Miller
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Swipe fee increases hurt small businesses & consumers. @Visa & @Mastercard should halt their reported plans to increase fees next month. Main Street merchants have been struggling during this pandemic, and higher fees won't help. My letter to Visa & Mastercard with @PeterWelch:" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Durbin Statement On 100% COBRA Subsidy Included In Senate Version Of The American Rescue Plan Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Klobuchar, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce "Marshall Plan for Moms" Resolution to Support Mothers in the American Workforce Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 3, 2021 Letter to Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Feinstein, Merkley, Colleagues Push to Protect Americans From Losing Access to Vital Utilities During Pandemic Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 3, 2021 Constructively Changing the Culture of Law Enforcement Rep. Brad Schneider
March 3, 2021 LaHood Votes No on H.R. 1, Democrats' "Landmark" Political Power Grab Rep. Darin LaHood
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Senator @ChuckGrassley and I are calling on DHS to expeditiously implement an agency rule to reform the allocation of new H-1B visas to help protect American workers from displacement and migrant workers from exploitation." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Trone, McKinley, Bost Introduce Camera Reporting Legislation to Improve Safety in VA Medical Centers Rep. Mike Bost, ...
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "I wish the @ASEAN members had gone further to address the crisis in Burma, but this is a start. We must all do our part to stand with those who are peacefully demanding the restoration of democracy." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Senate Republicans are still blocking Judge Merrick Garland's nomination to be AG. Even after FBI Dir. Wray testified earlier this week about the rising threat of domestic terrorism. Our nation needs its top law enforcement official. It's time to end the delay." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 For the People Act of 2021 Rep. Jan Schakowsky
March 3, 2021 For the People Act of 2021 Rep. Lauren Underwood
March 3, 2021 Rep. García joins Rep. Hank Johnson to Reintroduce The Berta Cáceres Human Rights in Honduras Act Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 3, 2021 Nomination of Merrick Brian Garland Sen. Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Chairman Thompson, Joined by Democrats and Republicans, Reintroduce Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021 Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service and Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Schakowsky Leads Task Force Letter Urging Fixes to Stimulus Payment Process for Seniors Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 2, 2021 Duckworth Votes to Confirm Raimondo as Commerce Secretary Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth, Norton Introduce Resolution Calling for Accessibility Improvements at The Fdr Memorial Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth to Chair U.S. Senate Environment & Public Works Subcommittee on Fisheries, Water & Wildlife Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin, Senators Reintroduce Background Check Expansion Act to Reduce Gun Violence Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth Presses Former National Security Adviser H.R. Mcmaster on Combatting Extremism, Misinformation in Military Ranks Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth Highlights Need for Environmental Justice at Cahokia Heights Roundtable Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary for Health and Human Services - Matsui Leads Effort to Protect 340B Drug Discount Program Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
March 2, 2021 Duckworth Meets with Deputy Secretary of Transportation Nominee Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth, Senators Reintroduce Background Check Expansion Act To Reduce Gun Violence Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Every day that we delay in passing the American Rescue Plan, more small businesses close their doors, more Americans lose their jobs, & more families turn to food banks & soup kitchens for their next meal. We can't wait any longer. It's time to act." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Casten's Climate Risk Disclosure Act Included in E&C's Newly Introduced CLEAN Future Act, Comprehensive Legislation to Combat the Climate Crisis Rep. Sean Casten
March 2, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael Khouri, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission - Feinstein, Thune, Klobuchar, Colleagues Urge Investigation of Potential Violations by Ocean Carriers Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 2, 2021 Duckworth, Calling for Passage of Biden's American Rescue Plan, Highlights Provisions to Vaccinate More Americans and Expand Access to Affordable Healthcare During the Covid-19 Pandemic Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Congressional Pro-Choice Leaders Urge Biden to Eliminate Abortion Coverage Restrictions from Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 2, 2021 Letter to President Joe Biden - Pressley, Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus Leaders Urge Biden to Eliminate Abortion Coverage Restrictions from Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "For far too long our federal government has failed to address the growing terrorist menace in our own backyard. We need to be abundantly clear that white supremacists and other far-right extremists are the most significant domestic terrorism threat facing the United States today." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Republicans are on to their second attempt at a "Big Lie," suggesting that "fake Trump protestors" led the storming of the Capitol on January 6. FBI Director Wray could not have been clearer today in his testimony--this is an outright lie." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 LaHood Joins Bicameral, Bipartisan Group to Introduce Bill to Support Hospitality, Travel, and Tourism Industries Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "The Biden Administration is doing everything they can to get Americans vaccinated, but Congress needs to do its part too. We cannot afford to delay passing the President's American Rescue any longer." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - 115 Members Send Letter to Education Secretary Cardona Urging him to Reverse Horrific Title IX Rule Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Republicans are finally starting to say the quiet part out loud. For years, they have worked to make it harder for people of color and other marginalized communities to vote because they think it helps them win elections. So much for "election integrity."" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see that Pres. Biden is doing what Pres. Trump would not by substantially invoking the Defense Production Act to ramp up vaccine production. This historic partnership will go a long way towards getting Illinoisans and Americans vaccinated quickly." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States Gillibrand - Colleagues Urge Biden Administration To Prioritize ATF Leadership And Gun Violence Prevention Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see the Senate parliamentarian has ruled in favor of Democrats' COBRA provision in the American Rescue Plan. This will go a long way towards helping unemployed Americans keep their health insurance throughout this pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States; and Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States - Gillibrand Calls On Biden Administration To Establish Office Of Sexual And Reproductive Health And Wellbeing Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Instituting universal background checks would meaningfully reduce gun violence in America. I am a proud supporter of this commonsense legislation to make our country a safer place." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Families across America are struggling to keep a roof over their head and food on the table--there is no reason to tax unemployment benefits during this crisis." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 1, 2021 Letter to Honorable Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader and Honorable Mitch Mc Connell, Senate Minority Leader - Duckworth Joins Murphy, Senate Democrats in Urging Senate Leadership to Prioritize Behavioral Health Needs of Children in Next Covid-19 Relief Package Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 1, 2021 Tweet - "With this EUA, @US_FDA has determined that the Johnson & Johnson vaccine is safe, effective, & easy to transport & store. This is a milestone in the Biden Admin's response to the pandemic, and it will go a long way towards ensuring every American has access to a COVID-19 vaccine." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "The vast majority of Americans support President Biden's American Rescue Plan and Senate Democrats are moving forward as quickly as we can to pass this package and get relief to the American people. I urge my Republican colleagues to stop obstructing and join us." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Elizabeth Richter, Acting Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Napolitano, Katko, Lee, González-Colón Lead Bipartisan Opposition to Harmful Changes to Medicare Part D's Six Protected Classes Rep.Bill Foster, ...
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Nearly one year ago, @chicagolabor asked me to help laid-off workers keep their employer health insurance plans. So proud that we could work together to include full COBRA coverage in the final draft of the American Rescue Plan. Millions of families will benefit as a result." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Was called to the WH today to meet with @POTUS about our shared commitment to increasing federal funding for medical research. We both personally understand the toll of cancer for millions of families, so I'm honored to join him in finding ways to support medical research." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Putting the Fix in Future Elections Rep.Mary Miller
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Swipe fee increases hurt small businesses & consumers. @Visa & @Mastercard should halt their reported plans to increase fees next month. Main Street merchants have been struggling during this pandemic, and higher fees won't help. My letter to Visa & Mastercard with @PeterWelch:" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Durbin Statement On 100% COBRA Subsidy Included In Senate Version Of The American Rescue Plan Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Klobuchar, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce "Marshall Plan for Moms" Resolution to Support Mothers in the American Workforce Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 3, 2021 Letter to Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Feinstein, Merkley, Colleagues Push to Protect Americans From Losing Access to Vital Utilities During Pandemic Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 3, 2021 Constructively Changing the Culture of Law Enforcement Rep.Brad Schneider
March 3, 2021 LaHood Votes No on H.R. 1, Democrats' "Landmark" Political Power Grab Rep.Darin LaHood
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Senator @ChuckGrassley and I are calling on DHS to expeditiously implement an agency rule to reform the allocation of new H-1B visas to help protect American workers from displacement and migrant workers from exploitation." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Trone, McKinley, Bost Introduce Camera Reporting Legislation to Improve Safety in VA Medical Centers Rep.Mike Bost, ...
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "I wish the @ASEAN members had gone further to address the crisis in Burma, but this is a start. We must all do our part to stand with those who are peacefully demanding the restoration of democracy." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "Senate Republicans are still blocking Judge Merrick Garland's nomination to be AG. Even after FBI Dir. Wray testified earlier this week about the rising threat of domestic terrorism. Our nation needs its top law enforcement official. It's time to end the delay." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2021 For the People Act of 2021 Rep.Jan Schakowsky
March 3, 2021 For the People Act of 2021 Rep.Lauren Underwood
March 3, 2021 Rep. García joins Rep. Hank Johnson to Reintroduce The Berta Cáceres Human Rights in Honduras Act Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 3, 2021 Nomination of Merrick Brian Garland Sen.Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Chairman Thompson, Joined by Democrats and Republicans, Reintroduce Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021 Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service and Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Schakowsky Leads Task Force Letter Urging Fixes to Stimulus Payment Process for Seniors Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 2, 2021 Duckworth Votes to Confirm Raimondo as Commerce Secretary Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth, Norton Introduce Resolution Calling for Accessibility Improvements at The Fdr Memorial Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth to Chair U.S. Senate Environment & Public Works Subcommittee on Fisheries, Water & Wildlife Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin, Senators Reintroduce Background Check Expansion Act to Reduce Gun Violence Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth Presses Former National Security Adviser H.R. Mcmaster on Combatting Extremism, Misinformation in Military Ranks Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Duckworth Highlights Need for Environmental Justice at Cahokia Heights Roundtable Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary for Health and Human Services - Matsui Leads Effort to Protect 340B Drug Discount Program Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
March 2, 2021 Duckworth Meets with Deputy Secretary of Transportation Nominee Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth, Senators Reintroduce Background Check Expansion Act To Reduce Gun Violence Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Every day that we delay in passing the American Rescue Plan, more small businesses close their doors, more Americans lose their jobs, & more families turn to food banks & soup kitchens for their next meal. We can't wait any longer. It's time to act." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Casten's Climate Risk Disclosure Act Included in E&C's Newly Introduced CLEAN Future Act, Comprehensive Legislation to Combat the Climate Crisis Rep.Sean Casten
March 2, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael Khouri, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission - Feinstein, Thune, Klobuchar, Colleagues Urge Investigation of Potential Violations by Ocean Carriers Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 2, 2021 Duckworth, Calling for Passage of Biden's American Rescue Plan, Highlights Provisions to Vaccinate More Americans and Expand Access to Affordable Healthcare During the Covid-19 Pandemic Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Congressional Pro-Choice Leaders Urge Biden to Eliminate Abortion Coverage Restrictions from Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 2, 2021 Letter to President Joe Biden - Pressley, Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus Leaders Urge Biden to Eliminate Abortion Coverage Restrictions from Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "For far too long our federal government has failed to address the growing terrorist menace in our own backyard. We need to be abundantly clear that white supremacists and other far-right extremists are the most significant domestic terrorism threat facing the United States today." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Republicans are on to their second attempt at a "Big Lie," suggesting that "fake Trump protestors" led the storming of the Capitol on January 6. FBI Director Wray could not have been clearer today in his testimony--this is an outright lie." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 LaHood Joins Bicameral, Bipartisan Group to Introduce Bill to Support Hospitality, Travel, and Tourism Industries Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "The Biden Administration is doing everything they can to get Americans vaccinated, but Congress needs to do its part too. We cannot afford to delay passing the President's American Rescue any longer." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - 115 Members Send Letter to Education Secretary Cardona Urging him to Reverse Horrific Title IX Rule Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Republicans are finally starting to say the quiet part out loud. For years, they have worked to make it harder for people of color and other marginalized communities to vote because they think it helps them win elections. So much for "election integrity."" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see that Pres. Biden is doing what Pres. Trump would not by substantially invoking the Defense Production Act to ramp up vaccine production. This historic partnership will go a long way towards getting Illinoisans and Americans vaccinated quickly." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States Gillibrand - Colleagues Urge Biden Administration To Prioritize ATF Leadership And Gun Violence Prevention Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see the Senate parliamentarian has ruled in favor of Democrats' COBRA provision in the American Rescue Plan. This will go a long way towards helping unemployed Americans keep their health insurance throughout this pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States; and Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States - Gillibrand Calls On Biden Administration To Establish Office Of Sexual And Reproductive Health And Wellbeing Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Instituting universal background checks would meaningfully reduce gun violence in America. I am a proud supporter of this commonsense legislation to make our country a safer place." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 2, 2021 Tweet - "Families across America are struggling to keep a roof over their head and food on the table--there is no reason to tax unemployment benefits during this crisis." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 1, 2021 Letter to Honorable Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader and Honorable Mitch Mc Connell, Senate Minority Leader - Duckworth Joins Murphy, Senate Democrats in Urging Senate Leadership to Prioritize Behavioral Health Needs of Children in Next Covid-19 Relief Package Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 1, 2021 Tweet - "With this EUA, @US_FDA has determined that the Johnson & Johnson vaccine is safe, effective, & easy to transport & store. This is a milestone in the Biden Admin's response to the pandemic, and it will go a long way towards ensuring every American has access to a COVID-19 vaccine." Sen.Dick Durbin
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