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March 17, 2020 Underwood Announces $14.6 Million in Federal Resources for Illinois Coronavirus Response Rep. Lauren Underwood
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Calabria, Dir. of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Rep. Axne Tells Federal Housing Leaders to Halt Foreclosures on Federally Backed Properties Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Connolly Leads 62 Members in Urging Trump to Issue Executive Order Mandating Telework for Eligible Feds and Contractors Rep. Danny Davis, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Peter Visclosky, Chairman of the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, and the Hon. Ken Calvert, Ranking Member of the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee - Joint Strike Fighter Caucus Announces Record Support for F-35 Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Reps. Larson, DeLauro, Hayes Lead Letter Urging Social Security Administration to Protect Workers Against Coronavirus Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "On my call with @CDCDirector Redfield today, I expressed my concern about the coronavirus test kit situation in Illinois. The state is worried about running out of supplies in the near future if the CDC doesn't provide more assistance." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "The coronavirus pandemic is creating shortages of test kit supplies, protective equipment, & ventilators, straining health providers & first responders. Under the Defense Production Act, the President has the authority to boost domestic manufacturing during national emergencies." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Today @SenDuckworth & I wrote to @HHSGov Sec. Azar demanding immediate action to fulfill the @IDPH 's unanswered request for the personal protective equipment health care workers rely on - masks, respirators, gloves - from the federal Strategic National Stockpile." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "There is no reason for the Senate to delay passing the #FamiliesFirst Coronavirus Response Act. We must move quickly. We are putting the American people at higher risk with every day that passes." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "I'm joining @ChrisJansing on @MSNBC momentarily to talk about the coronavirus outbreak and how Congress is responding. Tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the first death in Illinois from #COVID19. My statement with @SenDuckworth :" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin Pushes For More Coronavirus Test Kit Supplies On Call With CDC Director Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Senators Urge President To Use Existing DPA Authority To Address Shortages Of Medical Equipment Needed To Treat And Prevent Spread Of COVID-19 Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Press Trump Administration For Testing Kit Supplies & Personal Protective Equipment For Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On First Coronavirus-Related Death In Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "As we work to address this public health pandemic, it's vital for the federal gov't to partner with state & local leaders who are on the front lines combating the spread of this virus. We must also ensure cities & states are reimbursed for their efforts." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Congress must provide Americans w/the resources they need to survive this pandemic. To begin, that means: - free & available testing - lunches for children missing school - paid sick & family leave - unemployment compensation for those who lose their jobs Let's get this done." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Older Americans are at a higher risk when dealing with #COVID19. Please make sure you follow @CDCgov guidelines & keep the older adults in your life in mind during this difficult time. Every American -- young & old -- bears the responsibility of slowing the spread of this virus." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Announce Federal Funding For Illinois & City Of Chicago Amid Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus is changing life as we know it. This Administration must step up to help states keep people safe. I called @IDPH Director Dr. Ezike today & promised to continue pushing for more test kit supplies & personal protective gear to address this pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin Receives Update From Illinois Director Of Public Health On Coronavirus Response Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin: Why Are We Waiting To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act? Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Meuser Statement on Voting for the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 17, 2020 Coronavirus Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Rural Americans face higher rates of uninsurance and barriers to coverage & care. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, nearly 1.7 million rural Americans gained coverage under Medicaid expansion. We can't let Republicans take that away. We must #ProtectOurCare." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Van Hollen, Casey, Colleagues Press Trump Administration on Needs of Children and Early Care Providers During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Durbin, Colleagues Push To Ensure All Students Can Remotely Continue Education During Coronavirus Emergency Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Important updates and information from @GovPritzker . Illinoisans - if you're without access to paid sick leave or unable to work because of coronavirus, please contact the Illinois Department of Employment Security with the information below." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "There are tens of thousands of federal workers in Illinois -- they should all have the option to telework if they are able to do so. President Trump should issue an executive order *tonight* directing federal agencies to maximize telework." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Veterans groups across the country are urging President Trump to put #StudentsFirst by signing our bipartisan resolution overturning Besty DeVos' disastrous new borrower defense rule. Mr. President -- let's get this done." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "We still have a long way to go on making prescription drugs more affordable but, because of the Affordable Care Act, we closed the Medicare donut hole & nearly 12 million seniors are paying less for their medications." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "We are in the middle of a health care emergency. It's time for Senators from both parties to come together & do our jobs. We should pass the #FamiliesFirst Coronavirus Response Act tonight. We were sent here to act -- let's do it." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Urge President Trump To Immediately Maximize Telework For Federal Employees Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 16, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Expand Free Coronavirus Testing To People On Private Insurance, On Medicare, Medicaid, And The Uninsured Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Starting tomorrow, all @ChiPubSchools will begin offering free meals for CPS students outside of all CPS school locations. Families can find their nearest CPS school here: http://cps.edu/map" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Klobuchar, Smith, Durbin, Alexander & Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Address Medical Supply Vulnerability Due to Coronavirus Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Durbin To McConnell: Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act Immediately Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Providing A 77-Day Extension of Certain Authorities for Foreign Intelligence and International Terrorism Investigations Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State - Release: Khanna, Cohen, Eshoo Lead Letter Urging Administration to Oppose the Displacement of Palestinian Families and Ensure U.S. Equipment Is Not Used in West Bank Home Demolitions Rep. Danny Davis, ...
March 15, 2020 Duckworth: Senate Should Pass Bipartisan Coronavirus Response Act Immediately Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "Given the President's emergency declaration, it is imperative that the Senate pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act by unanimous consent immediately. More on my thoughts below." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "After hundreds of passengers were forced to wait in close quarters for hours in order to clear medical screenings at customs at @fly2ohare , @SenDuckworth & I demanded Trump Admin provide additional fed resources for O'Hare & 13 airports responsible for screening passengers." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "Illinois continues to report new cases of coronavirus, but our state is still unable to receive the adequate test kit supplies we requested. Our real numbers of coronavirus are likely much higher than reported." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Durbin Calls For Senate To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act By Unanimous Consent Immediately Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Dept. of Customs and Border Protection, and the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Demand Additional Federal Resources At O'Hare From Trump Administration Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 14, 2020 Rep. LaHood Supports Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep. Darin LaHood
March 14, 2020 Bost Votes to Expand Access to Coronavirus Tests Rep. Mike Bost
March 14, 2020 Foster Statement on Passage of Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep. Bill Foster
March 14, 2020 Schakowsky Votes for Families First During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep. Jan Schakowsky
March 14, 2020 Casten Statement on Passage of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep. Sean Casten
Date Title Politician
March 17, 2020 Underwood Announces $14.6 Million in Federal Resources for Illinois Coronavirus Response Rep.Lauren Underwood
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Calabria, Dir. of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Rep. Axne Tells Federal Housing Leaders to Halt Foreclosures on Federally Backed Properties Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Connolly Leads 62 Members in Urging Trump to Issue Executive Order Mandating Telework for Eligible Feds and Contractors Rep.Danny Davis, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Peter Visclosky, Chairman of the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, and the Hon. Ken Calvert, Ranking Member of the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee - Joint Strike Fighter Caucus Announces Record Support for F-35 Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Reps. Larson, DeLauro, Hayes Lead Letter Urging Social Security Administration to Protect Workers Against Coronavirus Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "On my call with @CDCDirector Redfield today, I expressed my concern about the coronavirus test kit situation in Illinois. The state is worried about running out of supplies in the near future if the CDC doesn't provide more assistance." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "The coronavirus pandemic is creating shortages of test kit supplies, protective equipment, & ventilators, straining health providers & first responders. Under the Defense Production Act, the President has the authority to boost domestic manufacturing during national emergencies." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Today @SenDuckworth & I wrote to @HHSGov Sec. Azar demanding immediate action to fulfill the @IDPH 's unanswered request for the personal protective equipment health care workers rely on - masks, respirators, gloves - from the federal Strategic National Stockpile." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "There is no reason for the Senate to delay passing the #FamiliesFirst Coronavirus Response Act. We must move quickly. We are putting the American people at higher risk with every day that passes." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "I'm joining @ChrisJansing on @MSNBC momentarily to talk about the coronavirus outbreak and how Congress is responding. Tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the first death in Illinois from #COVID19. My statement with @SenDuckworth :" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin Pushes For More Coronavirus Test Kit Supplies On Call With CDC Director Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Senators Urge President To Use Existing DPA Authority To Address Shortages Of Medical Equipment Needed To Treat And Prevent Spread Of COVID-19 Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Press Trump Administration For Testing Kit Supplies & Personal Protective Equipment For Illinois Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On First Coronavirus-Related Death In Illinois Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "As we work to address this public health pandemic, it's vital for the federal gov't to partner with state & local leaders who are on the front lines combating the spread of this virus. We must also ensure cities & states are reimbursed for their efforts." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Congress must provide Americans w/the resources they need to survive this pandemic. To begin, that means: - free & available testing - lunches for children missing school - paid sick & family leave - unemployment compensation for those who lose their jobs Let's get this done." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Older Americans are at a higher risk when dealing with #COVID19. Please make sure you follow @CDCgov guidelines & keep the older adults in your life in mind during this difficult time. Every American -- young & old -- bears the responsibility of slowing the spread of this virus." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Announce Federal Funding For Illinois & City Of Chicago Amid Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus is changing life as we know it. This Administration must step up to help states keep people safe. I called @IDPH Director Dr. Ezike today & promised to continue pushing for more test kit supplies & personal protective gear to address this pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin Receives Update From Illinois Director Of Public Health On Coronavirus Response Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin: Why Are We Waiting To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act? Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Meuser Statement on Voting for the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 17, 2020 Coronavirus Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Rural Americans face higher rates of uninsurance and barriers to coverage & care. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, nearly 1.7 million rural Americans gained coverage under Medicaid expansion. We can't let Republicans take that away. We must #ProtectOurCare." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Van Hollen, Casey, Colleagues Press Trump Administration on Needs of Children and Early Care Providers During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Durbin, Colleagues Push To Ensure All Students Can Remotely Continue Education During Coronavirus Emergency Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Important updates and information from @GovPritzker . Illinoisans - if you're without access to paid sick leave or unable to work because of coronavirus, please contact the Illinois Department of Employment Security with the information below." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "There are tens of thousands of federal workers in Illinois -- they should all have the option to telework if they are able to do so. President Trump should issue an executive order *tonight* directing federal agencies to maximize telework." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Veterans groups across the country are urging President Trump to put #StudentsFirst by signing our bipartisan resolution overturning Besty DeVos' disastrous new borrower defense rule. Mr. President -- let's get this done." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "We still have a long way to go on making prescription drugs more affordable but, because of the Affordable Care Act, we closed the Medicare donut hole & nearly 12 million seniors are paying less for their medications." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "We are in the middle of a health care emergency. It's time for Senators from both parties to come together & do our jobs. We should pass the #FamiliesFirst Coronavirus Response Act tonight. We were sent here to act -- let's do it." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Urge President Trump To Immediately Maximize Telework For Federal Employees Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 16, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Expand Free Coronavirus Testing To People On Private Insurance, On Medicare, Medicaid, And The Uninsured Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Starting tomorrow, all @ChiPubSchools will begin offering free meals for CPS students outside of all CPS school locations. Families can find their nearest CPS school here: http://cps.edu/map" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Klobuchar, Smith, Durbin, Alexander & Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Address Medical Supply Vulnerability Due to Coronavirus Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Durbin To McConnell: Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act Immediately Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Providing A 77-Day Extension of Certain Authorities for Foreign Intelligence and International Terrorism Investigations Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State - Release: Khanna, Cohen, Eshoo Lead Letter Urging Administration to Oppose the Displacement of Palestinian Families and Ensure U.S. Equipment Is Not Used in West Bank Home Demolitions Rep.Danny Davis, ...
March 15, 2020 Duckworth: Senate Should Pass Bipartisan Coronavirus Response Act Immediately Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "Given the President's emergency declaration, it is imperative that the Senate pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act by unanimous consent immediately. More on my thoughts below." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "After hundreds of passengers were forced to wait in close quarters for hours in order to clear medical screenings at customs at @fly2ohare , @SenDuckworth & I demanded Trump Admin provide additional fed resources for O'Hare & 13 airports responsible for screening passengers." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "Illinois continues to report new cases of coronavirus, but our state is still unable to receive the adequate test kit supplies we requested. Our real numbers of coronavirus are likely much higher than reported." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Durbin Calls For Senate To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act By Unanimous Consent Immediately Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Dept. of Customs and Border Protection, and the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Demand Additional Federal Resources At O'Hare From Trump Administration Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 14, 2020 Rep. LaHood Supports Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep.Darin LaHood
March 14, 2020 Bost Votes to Expand Access to Coronavirus Tests Rep.Mike Bost
March 14, 2020 Foster Statement on Passage of Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep.Bill Foster
March 14, 2020 Schakowsky Votes for Families First During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep.Jan Schakowsky
March 14, 2020 Casten Statement on Passage of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep.Sean Casten
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