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Sept. 17, 2019 Reps. García and McBath Introduce Legislation to Simplify the Federal Financial Aid Application Process for Students Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 Feinstein, Hirono, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Block Implementation of Trump Administration's "Public Charge" Rule Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 House passes bills to protect Americans from common dangers Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 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" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Locked and loaded? President Trump's threat against Iran should be understood. The United States has no security agreement requiring us to defend Saudi Arabia. Any military action by the U.S. requires Congressional authorization." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Paul Escamilla." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Letter to Kevin Burns, CEO of JUUL Labs Inc. - Oversight Warns JUUL to Produce Documents or Risk Subpoena Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be joining dozens of my @SenateDems colleagues on the Senate floor tonight to discuss the impact of gun violence and the many actions the Senate could take to address this crisis. You can follow along here." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I had the chance to sit down with @KSHCF founder Kimberly Wade today, who shared her story about her son Jonny's fight with pediatric brain cancer. No family should have to go through that -- I'm immensely grateful for the work of Kimberly and her remarkable organization." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "The President's diversion of funds from our military to his ineffective border wall is not only harmful to our armed service members & their families, it's also damaging the constitutional authority of Congress - especially when it comes to the power of the purse. It has to stop." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2019 Rep. Mike Bost
Sept. 17, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Gun Control Measures Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Representative Adriano Espaillat Announces Members of the New Friends of the Dominican Republic Caucus Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Sept. 16, 2019 Duckworth Statement on Recent Attack in Saudi Arabia and Rising Tensions in Yemen Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 16, 2019 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 Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Sept. 16, 2019 Tweet - "My statement regarding the recent reporting around Justice Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation process:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation - Oversight Launches Investigation of Ethics Allegations Against Chao Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 16, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 Durbin Statement On Recent Reporting On Justice Kavanaugh's Confirmation Process Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 Durbin, Lightfoot, Jackson Working To Educate, Protect Kids In Response To Youth Vaping Epidemic Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2019 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" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2019 Duckworth Calls for Environmental Justice at Chicago's Faith In Place Green Team Summit Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 14, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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 Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 13, 2019 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 Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 13, 2019 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 Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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 Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 Schakowsky Introduces Legislation to Protect Consumers from Harmful Products in Cosmetics and Personal Care Items Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Rep. Adriano Espaillat, Tri-Caucus Members File Amicus Brief Opposing Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Murray, Duckworth Release Report Highlighting Challenges Student Parents in College Are Facing While Completing Their Degree Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Consumer protection and commerce subcommittee announces hearing on protecting consumers from pharmaceutical market gaming tactics Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 Durbin: Congress Must Stand Up To The President's Continued Infringement Of Congress's Power Of The Purse Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 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." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 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 Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Date Title Politician
Sept. 17, 2019 Reps. García and McBath Introduce Legislation to Simplify the Federal Financial Aid Application Process for Students Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 Feinstein, Hirono, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Block Implementation of Trump Administration's "Public Charge" Rule Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 House passes bills to protect Americans from common dangers Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 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" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Locked and loaded? President Trump's threat against Iran should be understood. The United States has no security agreement requiring us to defend Saudi Arabia. Any military action by the U.S. requires Congressional authorization." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Paul Escamilla." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Letter to Kevin Burns, CEO of JUUL Labs Inc. - Oversight Warns JUUL to Produce Documents or Risk Subpoena Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be joining dozens of my @SenateDems colleagues on the Senate floor tonight to discuss the impact of gun violence and the many actions the Senate could take to address this crisis. You can follow along here." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I had the chance to sit down with @KSHCF founder Kimberly Wade today, who shared her story about her son Jonny's fight with pediatric brain cancer. No family should have to go through that -- I'm immensely grateful for the work of Kimberly and her remarkable organization." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "The President's diversion of funds from our military to his ineffective border wall is not only harmful to our armed service members & their families, it's also damaging the constitutional authority of Congress - especially when it comes to the power of the purse. It has to stop." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2019 Rep.Mike Bost
Sept. 17, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Gun Control Measures Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2019 Representative Adriano Espaillat Announces Members of the New Friends of the Dominican Republic Caucus Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Sept. 16, 2019 Duckworth Statement on Recent Attack in Saudi Arabia and Rising Tensions in Yemen Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 16, 2019 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 Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Sept. 16, 2019 Tweet - "My statement regarding the recent reporting around Justice Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation process:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation - Oversight Launches Investigation of Ethics Allegations Against Chao Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 16, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 Durbin Statement On Recent Reporting On Justice Kavanaugh's Confirmation Process Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 Durbin, Lightfoot, Jackson Working To Educate, Protect Kids In Response To Youth Vaping Epidemic Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2019 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" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2019 Duckworth Calls for Environmental Justice at Chicago's Faith In Place Green Team Summit Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 14, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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 Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 13, 2019 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 Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 13, 2019 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 Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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 Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 13, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 Schakowsky Introduces Legislation to Protect Consumers from Harmful Products in Cosmetics and Personal Care Items Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Rep. Adriano Espaillat, Tri-Caucus Members File Amicus Brief Opposing Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Murray, Duckworth Release Report Highlighting Challenges Student Parents in College Are Facing While Completing Their Degree Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Consumer protection and commerce subcommittee announces hearing on protecting consumers from pharmaceutical market gaming tactics Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 Durbin: Congress Must Stand Up To The President's Continued Infringement Of Congress's Power Of The Purse Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 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." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 12, 2019 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 Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
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