| Sept. 17, 2019
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Tweet - "232 years ago, our Founders signed the U.S. Constitution. Today, we celebrate this achievement while also reflecting on the progress we have made and the ongoing pursuit of a more perfect union. #ConstitutionDay"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 17, 2019
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Gun Control Measures
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 17, 2019
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Tweet - "This is now the 7th death from vaping. This deadly epidemic is not going to go away on its own. @US_FDA must act quickly on these dangerous and addictive products. Any delay will lead to more lives lost and lungs destroyed."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 17, 2019
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Tweet - "During National Farm Safety & Health Week, let's keep working to ensure that farmers of all ages have the resources, education, and training, to keep their physical and mental health strong on the farm."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 17, 2019
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Executive Session
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 17, 2019
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Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2019
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Rep. Mike Bost
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| Sept. 17, 2019
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Representative Adriano Espaillat Announces Members of the New Friends of the Dominican Republic Caucus
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Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
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| Sept. 17, 2019
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Duckworth Calls for a New Authorization for the Use of Military Force as Congress Approaches 18 Years Since First Considering 2001 AUMF
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Frank Pallone, Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the Hon. Greg Walden, Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee - Addressing primary care doctor needs
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Rep. Danny Davis, ...
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Tweet - "During #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the proud heritage and traditions of Hispanic & Latino culture in Illinois and across the United States. We are a nation of immigrants, made immeasurably stronger by the vast & historic contributions of these communities to our society."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Tweet - "9 people were killed in Chicago this weekend, victims of the gun violence epidemic plaguing our nation. The House did its job & passed commonsense gun safety reform over 200 days ago. GOP Senators are failing the American people by not holding a vote."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation - Oversight Launches Investigation of Ethics Allegations Against Chao
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Durbin Statement On Recent Reporting On Justice Kavanaugh's Confirmation Process
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Tweet - "I am proud to stand with @ChicagosMayor, @ChiPubSchools CEO @janicejackson, and other leaders as we fight the youth vaping epidemic. #VapingTargetsKids and we must take immediate action to educate our children so they are not sentenced to a lifetime of addiction."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Durbin, Lightfoot, Jackson Working To Educate, Protect Kids In Response To Youth Vaping Epidemic
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Tweet - "My statement regarding the recent reporting around Justice Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation process:"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Duckworth Statement on Recent Attack in Saudi Arabia and Rising Tensions in Yemen
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Sept. 15, 2019
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Tweet - "It has now been 200 days since the House did its job and passed enhanced background checks - something the majority of Americans support. The Senate must follow suit. Leader McConnell, call a vote on this bill."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 15, 2019
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Tweet - "Had a great time yesterday at the 22nd Annual #ChicagoFootballClassic celebrating the proud legacy of our nation's HBCUs. We must ensure these historical institutions have the funding they need to continue educating our leaders of the future. #HamptonVSHoward"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 14, 2019
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Duckworth Calls for Environmental Justice at Chicago's Faith In Place Green Team Summit
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Sept. 14, 2019
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Tweet - "Please tell me President Trump's latest tweet does not mean he has second thoughts about vaping. Five million kids are already hooked & need a President who's on their side."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Duckworth and Klobuchar Along With Durbin and Colleagues Send Letter Urging President to Help Rural Americans, and the Environment, by Upholding the Intent of the Renewable Fuel Standard
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security - 35+ Members Demands Answers from DHS about Appalling Treatment of Children, Deprivation of Menstrual Hygiene Products to Girls Detained at the Bor
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Jerome Adams, U.S. Surgeon General - Durbin Calls On Surgeon General To Launch National Strategy To Educate, Prevent, & Respond To Youth Vaping Epidemic
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "When I sat down with @ILFarmBureau, they told me how the President's unpredictable trade strategies are hurting IL farmers. I've never seen them so worried. It's time for Pres. Trump to stop playing games with our biggest agricultural markets, and let our farmers succeed again."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "Diverting military funds to a border boondoggle has consequences. Why is President Trump putting a campaign promise ahead of our national security? It is time for my Republican colleagues to speak out & stop the President's overreach."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "It was great to talk with college students and leadership from @DePaulUSA to learn more about Dax House, which provides housing and services for homeless and housing-insecure students at @DePaulU."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "President Trump's plan to pay for his ineffective border wall: Divert $3.6B from 127 military construction projects across 26 states. Take $558M away from schools for military children. Skillfully negotiate $0 from Mexico. Promises made, promises kept - right?"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "I sent a letter to @Surgeon_General today, asking him to develop a national plan to respond to the youth vaping epidemic. After years of @US_FDA inaction, 5 million children are vaping today--many of whom are now addicted to nicotine. We must provide them the help they need."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "Congress must maintain its Constitutional Power of the Purse. Today I sent a letter with my @SenateDems colleagues to ensure that any funding measure for DHS prevents the Trump Admin from overstepping its authority to unilaterally transfer those funds to ICE or CBP."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "The Trump Administration's plan to open up the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas exploration is shortsighted and dangerous. We should be doing everything we can to protect our precious natural resources, not the opposite."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "The @EPA has given 81 waivers to oil refineries, ruining demand for ethanol and biodiesel, and destroying markets for corn and soybean farmers. I'm joining my @SenateDems colleagues in calling on the EPA to end this practice immediately."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 13, 2019
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Letter to Leader McConnell, Leader Schumer, Chairman Shelby, Vice Chairman Leahy, Chairman Capito and Ranking Member Tester - Bennet, Colleagues Urge Senate Leaders to Block Trump Administration's Attempts to Unilaterally Transfer Homeland Security Funds to ICE/CBP
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Schakowsky Introduces Legislation to Protect Consumers from Harmful Products in Cosmetics and Personal Care Items
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Murray, Duckworth Release Report Highlighting Challenges Student Parents in College Are Facing While Completing Their Degree
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat, Tri-Caucus Members File Amicus Brief Opposing Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule
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Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Klobuchar, Duckworth Lead Colleagues in Urging President to Help Rural Americans, and the Environment, by Upholding the Intent of the Renewable Fuel Standard
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "I'm proud to cosponsor the #WorkingFamilies Tax Relief Act alongside @SenSherrodBrown, @SenatorBennet, and @RonWyden. Hardworking American families deserve a tax code that works for them and not just the wealthy few."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Klobuchar, Duckworth Lead Colleagues in Urging President to Help Rural Americans, and the Environment, by Upholding the Intent of the Renewable Fuel Standard
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Torres, Engel, Schneider reintroduce bill to update reporting requirements for semi-automatic rifles
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Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Consumer protection and commerce subcommittee announces hearing on protecting consumers from pharmaceutical market gaming tactics
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Durbin: Congress Must Stand Up To The President's Continued Infringement Of Congress's Power Of The Purse
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense and Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Cisneros leads letter to DoD and DHS on non-citizen servicemembers seeking naturalization with Escobar and Carbajal
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Rep. Danny Davis, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "I applaud the leadership shown by the State of Illinois to address the retirement security crisis. The Illinois Secure Choice Program is projected to help 1.2 million workers save for the future."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "Proud to cosponsor the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act, which Congress should pass as soon as possible to express U.S. support for the democratic aspirations of the people of Hong Kong."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "We've all seen the heartbreaking images from the Bahamas -- homes turned into rubble; no access to food or clean water; families that have lost everything. The Trump Admin's decision to deny TPS to the Bahamas is heartless, but sadly, not surprising. America is better than this."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "With @DEAHQ approval, Pharma put 13 billion opioid doses on the market in 2017--enough for every adult American to have a 3-week prescription. @SenJohnKennedy & I put into law that DEA must consider the public health & overdose risks when setting quotas for these powerful drugs."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "At today's Senate Appropriations Committee markup, I offered an amendment to require the Trump Administration to spend the additional aid to Ukraine that Congress approved in this funding bill."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Durbin, Kennedy Applaud DEA For Lowering Opioid Quotas For Fourth Year In A Row
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Durbin Meets With The Illinois Farm Bureau To Discuss Farming Conditions, Disaster Aid, & Trade Policy
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "Blocking asylum seekers from entering the United States does not make us safer, violates our treaty obligations, tarnishes our image around the world, and endangers vulnerable people who are fleeing violence -- especially children and families. America is better than this."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Hearing of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Durbin, Markup on Defense Appropriations
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Durbin, Bipartisan Group Of Senators Meet With FDA Commissioner, Push For Strong Enforcement To Address Youth Vaping Epidemic
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Temporary Protected Status For The Bahamas
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "According to our Constitution, Congress holds the power of the purse -- not the President. When Congress appropriates funds, we should believe that it actually means something -- that no President, Republican or Democrat, can simply ignore us for their own selfish purposes."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "In my meeting today with @FDACommissioner, I wanted to convey a clear message: #VapingTargetsKids. Nationwide, 5 million children are vaping today -- more than 1 in 4 high schoolers - and it's because of JUUL and mint/fruit/candy flavors like unicorn milk and gummy bear."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Duckworth & Durbin Call on Majority Leader McConnell to Act After House Judiciary Passes Gun Safety Bill to Limit High-Capacity Magazines
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Underwood Works to Improve Access to Quality Health Care for Veterans
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services, the Hon. Norman Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, and the Hon. Robert Redfield, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Merkley, Blumenthal, Colleges Demand Action, Answers on Deaths Related to E-Cigarettes
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Letter to Peggy Gustafson, Inspector General U.S. Department of Commerce - Wyden Demands Answers from Commerce IG on Reports of Suppression and Retaliation at NOAA
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Reed, Whitehouse Call for Senate Action to Ban High-Capacity Ammunition Magazines
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Reed, Whitehouse Call for Senate Action to Ban High-Capacity Ammunition Magazines
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Young-Duckworth Bill to Provide TSA Precheck to Disabled Veterans Passes the Senate
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Tweet - "Speaking on the Senate floor about the Trump Administration's decision to take flavored e-cigarettes off the market."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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McEachin, Barragán, Jayapal, Luján, Duckworth, Booker introduce legislation to make solar energy more affordable for low income families
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Harris, Senate Dems Call on Majority Leader McConnell to Act after House Judiciary Passes Gun Safety Bill to Ban High-Capacity Magazines
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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House Judiciary Committee Passes Three Key Gun Reform Bills
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Durbin Reacts To FDA E-Cigarette Flavors Announcement On Senate Floor
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Durbin: Vaping Targets Kids
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Tweet - "Good luck to the @wnbachicagosky tonight as they face @PhoenixMercury in the first round of the #WNBAPlayoffs. #OurTown"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Tweet - "It was a sweet treat to talk with Illinois members of @CandyUSA today about the Trump Admin's trade policies, solving the multiemployer pension crisis, and reforms to the U.S. sugar program."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Tweet - "Educating our nation's students is a responsibility we cannot afford to take lightly. Wonderful to sit down today with @janicejackson, CEO of @ChiPubSchools, to talk education policy, the Chicago HEAL initiative, and ending youth vaping."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Tweet - "67% of the land along the southwest border belongs to U.S. citizens, not the federal government. Pres. Trump has already raided funds that Congress had appropriated to take care of our brave service members, and now he's trying to seize private land to build his ineffective wall."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Tweet - "I don't believe John Bolton was ever a good choice for National Security Advisor, but now we hold our breath to see who might follow. I'm seriously concerned that the President will make his choice based on a cable TV performance. The last thing we need is a yes-man."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Tweet - "Thank you to the Illinoisans from @GrowthEnergy for presenting me with the Fueling Growth Award for my ethanol support. EPA snuck 81 waivers to oil refineries despite record profits, which closed 15 ethanol plants, hitting 2,500 rural jobs."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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