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Sept. 16, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020
Durbin Discusses Illinois Water Infrastructure Projects With Rock Island Army Corp District Commander
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020
Tweet - "I spoke with @GrowthEnergy today & heard about how the President's trade policy with China & refinery waivers that have harmed the biofuels industry. Biofuel producers need allies in the Senate & I'm proud to keep fighting on their behalf."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to Mr. Stephen J. Ubl, President and CEO of PhRMA - Senators Demand Big Pharma Allow Low-income Patients to Access Lifesaving, Discounted 340B Drugs and Care
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General and CEO of the United States Postal Service - Schumer, Gillibrand urge Postmaster General to reverse harmful operational changes to U.S. Postal Service that have resulted in delays of medications to New Yorkers
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Dept. of Homeland Security - 173 Members of Congress Urge DHS Inspector General to Open Investigation Into Whistleblower Allegations Regarding High Rates of Hysterectomies Being Performed on Immigrant Women
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin: COVID-19 Numbers Are Sobering, Senate Must Act Now
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, the Hon. James Macrae, Associate Administrator, Bureau of Primary Health Care, and the Hon. Thomas Engels, Admin. of the Health Resources and Services Administration of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Rep. Axne Leads Fight Against Increasing Costs on Insulin and Epinephrine
Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "The Trump Admin's anti-immigrant policies endanger refugees & asylum seekers fleeing violence and repression. I am joining my colleagues in calling for an end to these policies so that the U.S. can reassume our role as a beacon of freedom & hope for the world."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "I negotiated bipartisan legislation w/path to citizenship for #TPS holders, but POTUS told me he didn't want people from "s hole countries." Instead he aims to deport 300K -- including 130K essential workers. #DreamAndPromiseAct would stop this but @senmajldr won't call a vote."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin Speaks With Illinois Farmers Union
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Every country deserves fair elections, but the Last Dictator in Europe--Belarus' Alexander Lukashenko--continues to rob people of this freedom. I'm leading a resolution showing the US rejects his sham election & stands w/ protesters. It's time for President Trump to do the same."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Here is a literal smoke signal from the West telling lawmakers to #ActOnClimate. It's time to wake up. Science knows."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Trump Administration Negotiates Peace in Middle East
Rep. Mike Bost
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Last week Senate Republicans held a symbolic, partisan vote on their "emaciated' #COVID19 relief plan. It was voted down on a bipartisan basis. Will they come back this week ready to negotiate? Or are symbolic gestures all they have to offer?"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Ahead Of Upcoming National Assembly Elections, Durbin Shares Support For Venezuelan President Juan Guaido
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin Speaks With National Children's Alliance About COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact On Child Abuse
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Strength in Diversity Act of 2019
Rep. Mike Quigley
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Earlier this week, I called for the Treasury Dept. to investigate Sandvine's work in Belarus. I'm glad they went ahead & terminated its agreement with Lukashenko's gov't on its own. Still waiting for Pres. Trump to support the brave Belarussians who voted for democracy."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "There must be an immediate independent investigation of these horrific allegations. If true, these are grave offenses and the perpetrators must be held accountable for violating the dignity and human rights of the victims."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin Statement On EPA Decision To Deny Small Refinery Exemptions Under Renewable Fuel Standard
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Sen. McConnell will have no excuse for sending the Senate home at the end of this month without agreeing on a #COVID19 relief package. The US has less than 5% of the world's population & more than 20% of #COVID19 deaths. We can't afford further inaction from @SenateGOP ."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the proud heritage & traditions of Hispanic & Latino culture in Illinois and across the U.S. We are a nation of immigrants made immeasurably stronger by the vast contributions of Hispanic & Latino communities to our society."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Filibuster
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin Speaks With FDA Commissioner About COVID-19 Vaccine Approval Process & Youth E-Cigarettes
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Today, Dept. of Ed published its call for proposals for FY20 Open Textbooks Pilot grants, a program I've championed. This program will help make college textbooks more affordable. I encourage interested institutions in IL & across the U.S. to apply."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Senators Announce Gao Investigation of Trump Politicization of Immigration Courts as Covid-19 Crisis Rages
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Portman Joins Senate Colleagues in Introducing Bipartisan Resolution in Support of Belarusian People
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Subcommittee Chairman Condemns Trump Administration's Refusal to Testify About Nearly Wasting $504 Million in Taxpayer Funds
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Michael Pack, CEO of the U.S. Agency for Global Media - Menendez, Engel Lead Dems in Calling on USAGM to Renew Foreign National Journalist Visa Extensions
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Court Decision about Temporary Protected Status September 14, 2020 Press Release
Rep. Chuy Garcia
Sept. 14, 2020
Kelly's IoT Cybersecurity Improvement Passes U.S. House
Rep. Robin Kelly
Sept. 14, 2020
As the School Year Resumes Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Senators Lead Resolution Supporting Social & Emotional Learning Programs for Students
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Bost Applauds Epa Renewable Fuel Standard Announcement
Rep. Mike Bost
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mary Neumayr, Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality, the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture, and the Hon. David Bernhardt, Secretary of the Dept. of the Interior - Chair Grijalva Leads 61 House Democrats Calling for Trump Admin Suspension of Regulatory Rollbacks That Threaten Health and Environmental Safety
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to Emily Murphy, Administrator of the General Services Administration - Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Calls On General Services Administration To Halt Sale And Lease Of Vehicles Under Recall And To Provide Information On Its Related Safeguards
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 14, 2020
Quigley Legislation to Increase Access to Congressional Budget Justifications Passes House
Rep. Mike Quigley
Sept. 14, 2020
Quigley, Houlahan, Fitzpatrick Identify Global Crisis in Education Due to Covid-19
Rep. Mike Quigley
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, Hon. Chad Wolf, Department of Homeland Security Under Secretary for Strategy, Policy, and Plans - Senate Dems Decry Trump Administration on Expulsion of Asylum Seekers from Venezuela, Cuba, and Nicaragua
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - ". @SenDuckworth & I are urging @federalreserve to modify the underutilized Main Street Lending Program in order to boost support for businesses & nonprofits in Illinois, especially those serving Black & Brown communities, prevent job loss & sustain our economic recovery."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Bipartisan House Coalition Introduces Legislation to Create Task Force on the Experiences of Black Women and Girls in America
Rep. Robin Kelly
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - ""Product hopping' is one of the many tricks Big Pharma uses to block competition and extort American patients & taxpayers, costing nearly $5B annually. It must be reined in. This report dives into the practice of "product hopping' and just how harmful it can be."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Internet of Things Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2020
Rep. Robin Kelly
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin Calls On HHS To Stop Diverting COVID-19 Tests From Illinois Schools And Fix The Shortfall In Testing Supplies
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - "My prayers are with the people of the West Coast as they battle these deadly fires, especially those who have lost loved ones. The bravery of the first responders who are working tirelessly & risking their lives to put out the flames is truly remarkable."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - "The effects of climate change are raging across the United States as we speak. This bipartisan agreement to phasedown the use of hydrofluorocarbons should be one of many steps we take to address this climate crisis before it is too late."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Date
Title
Politician
Sept. 16, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020
Durbin Discusses Illinois Water Infrastructure Projects With Rock Island Army Corp District Commander
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020
Tweet - "I spoke with @GrowthEnergy today & heard about how the President's trade policy with China & refinery waivers that have harmed the biofuels industry. Biofuel producers need allies in the Senate & I'm proud to keep fighting on their behalf."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to Mr. Stephen J. Ubl, President and CEO of PhRMA - Senators Demand Big Pharma Allow Low-income Patients to Access Lifesaving, Discounted 340B Drugs and Care
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General and CEO of the United States Postal Service - Schumer, Gillibrand urge Postmaster General to reverse harmful operational changes to U.S. Postal Service that have resulted in delays of medications to New Yorkers
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Dept. of Homeland Security - 173 Members of Congress Urge DHS Inspector General to Open Investigation Into Whistleblower Allegations Regarding High Rates of Hysterectomies Being Performed on Immigrant Women
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin: COVID-19 Numbers Are Sobering, Senate Must Act Now
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, the Hon. James Macrae, Associate Administrator, Bureau of Primary Health Care, and the Hon. Thomas Engels, Admin. of the Health Resources and Services Administration of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Rep. Axne Leads Fight Against Increasing Costs on Insulin and Epinephrine
Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "The Trump Admin's anti-immigrant policies endanger refugees & asylum seekers fleeing violence and repression. I am joining my colleagues in calling for an end to these policies so that the U.S. can reassume our role as a beacon of freedom & hope for the world."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "I negotiated bipartisan legislation w/path to citizenship for #TPS holders, but POTUS told me he didn't want people from "s hole countries." Instead he aims to deport 300K -- including 130K essential workers. #DreamAndPromiseAct would stop this but @senmajldr won't call a vote."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin Speaks With Illinois Farmers Union
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Every country deserves fair elections, but the Last Dictator in Europe--Belarus' Alexander Lukashenko--continues to rob people of this freedom. I'm leading a resolution showing the US rejects his sham election & stands w/ protesters. It's time for President Trump to do the same."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Here is a literal smoke signal from the West telling lawmakers to #ActOnClimate. It's time to wake up. Science knows."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Trump Administration Negotiates Peace in Middle East
Rep.Mike Bost
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Last week Senate Republicans held a symbolic, partisan vote on their "emaciated' #COVID19 relief plan. It was voted down on a bipartisan basis. Will they come back this week ready to negotiate? Or are symbolic gestures all they have to offer?"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Ahead Of Upcoming National Assembly Elections, Durbin Shares Support For Venezuelan President Juan Guaido
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin Speaks With National Children's Alliance About COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact On Child Abuse
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Strength in Diversity Act of 2019
Rep.Mike Quigley
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Earlier this week, I called for the Treasury Dept. to investigate Sandvine's work in Belarus. I'm glad they went ahead & terminated its agreement with Lukashenko's gov't on its own. Still waiting for Pres. Trump to support the brave Belarussians who voted for democracy."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "There must be an immediate independent investigation of these horrific allegations. If true, these are grave offenses and the perpetrators must be held accountable for violating the dignity and human rights of the victims."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Cloture Motion
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin Statement On EPA Decision To Deny Small Refinery Exemptions Under Renewable Fuel Standard
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Sen. McConnell will have no excuse for sending the Senate home at the end of this month without agreeing on a #COVID19 relief package. The US has less than 5% of the world's population & more than 20% of #COVID19 deaths. We can't afford further inaction from @SenateGOP ."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the proud heritage & traditions of Hispanic & Latino culture in Illinois and across the U.S. We are a nation of immigrants made immeasurably stronger by the vast contributions of Hispanic & Latino communities to our society."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Filibuster
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Durbin Speaks With FDA Commissioner About COVID-19 Vaccine Approval Process & Youth E-Cigarettes
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Today, Dept. of Ed published its call for proposals for FY20 Open Textbooks Pilot grants, a program I've championed. This program will help make college textbooks more affordable. I encourage interested institutions in IL & across the U.S. to apply."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Senators Announce Gao Investigation of Trump Politicization of Immigration Courts as Covid-19 Crisis Rages
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Portman Joins Senate Colleagues in Introducing Bipartisan Resolution in Support of Belarusian People
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Subcommittee Chairman Condemns Trump Administration's Refusal to Testify About Nearly Wasting $504 Million in Taxpayer Funds
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Michael Pack, CEO of the U.S. Agency for Global Media - Menendez, Engel Lead Dems in Calling on USAGM to Renew Foreign National Journalist Visa Extensions
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Court Decision about Temporary Protected Status September 14, 2020 Press Release
Rep.Chuy Garcia
Sept. 14, 2020
Kelly's IoT Cybersecurity Improvement Passes U.S. House
Rep.Robin Kelly
Sept. 14, 2020
As the School Year Resumes Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Senators Lead Resolution Supporting Social & Emotional Learning Programs for Students
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Bost Applauds Epa Renewable Fuel Standard Announcement
Rep.Mike Bost
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mary Neumayr, Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality, the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture, and the Hon. David Bernhardt, Secretary of the Dept. of the Interior - Chair Grijalva Leads 61 House Democrats Calling for Trump Admin Suspension of Regulatory Rollbacks That Threaten Health and Environmental Safety
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to Emily Murphy, Administrator of the General Services Administration - Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Calls On General Services Administration To Halt Sale And Lease Of Vehicles Under Recall And To Provide Information On Its Related Safeguards
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 14, 2020
Quigley Legislation to Increase Access to Congressional Budget Justifications Passes House
Rep.Mike Quigley
Sept. 14, 2020
Quigley, Houlahan, Fitzpatrick Identify Global Crisis in Education Due to Covid-19
Rep.Mike Quigley
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, Hon. Chad Wolf, Department of Homeland Security Under Secretary for Strategy, Policy, and Plans - Senate Dems Decry Trump Administration on Expulsion of Asylum Seekers from Venezuela, Cuba, and Nicaragua
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - ". @SenDuckworth & I are urging @federalreserve to modify the underutilized Main Street Lending Program in order to boost support for businesses & nonprofits in Illinois, especially those serving Black & Brown communities, prevent job loss & sustain our economic recovery."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Bipartisan House Coalition Introduces Legislation to Create Task Force on the Experiences of Black Women and Girls in America
Rep.Robin Kelly
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - ""Product hopping' is one of the many tricks Big Pharma uses to block competition and extort American patients & taxpayers, costing nearly $5B annually. It must be reined in. This report dives into the practice of "product hopping' and just how harmful it can be."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Internet of Things Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2020
Rep.Robin Kelly
Sept. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin Calls On HHS To Stop Diverting COVID-19 Tests From Illinois Schools And Fix The Shortfall In Testing Supplies
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - "My prayers are with the people of the West Coast as they battle these deadly fires, especially those who have lost loved ones. The bravery of the first responders who are working tirelessly & risking their lives to put out the flames is truly remarkable."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - "The effects of climate change are raging across the United States as we speak. This bipartisan agreement to phasedown the use of hydrofluorocarbons should be one of many steps we take to address this climate crisis before it is too late."
Sen.Dick Durbin
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