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July 19, 2019
Tweet - "We can argue over immigration policy, but we shouldn't have to argue over the treatment of children. It should be a fundamental American value that we treat children with compassion when they arrive at our border. Today's trip to McAllen, Texas really brought that message home."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 19, 2019
Tweet - "My statement with @ChuckGrassley on the Justice Department's progress towards implementing our landmark criminal justice reform bill, the First Step Act."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 19, 2019
Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Situation in Puerto Rico
Rep. Chuy Garcia
July 19, 2019
Tweet - "I'll be joining @SenSchumer and @SenateDems today to evaluate the conditions at the migrant facilities on our southern border. Follow along for updates."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 18, 2019
Rep. Sewell Named Co-Chair of Ways & Means Committee's Rural and Underserved Communities Health Task Force
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
July 18, 2019
Pocan Leads Members of Congress in Unveiling Bold Legislation to Fundamentally Reform the Private Equity Industry
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
July 18, 2019
Foster Introduces Legislation to Support Fab Lab Network
Rep. Bill Foster
July 18, 2019
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Questions Acting Secretary Of Homeland Security McAleenan, Demands Confirmation That Department Use Humanitarian Funding To Help Detainees
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
July 18, 2019
Representative García Votes to Pass the Raise the Wage Act
Rep. Chuy Garcia
July 18, 2019
Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García Votes to Hold Barr and Ross in Contempt of Congress
Rep. Chuy Garcia
July 18, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Beyer, House Democrats Demand Accountability For Agents Who Posted Racist, Misogynist Messages On CBP Facebook Groups
Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
July 18, 2019
Tweet - "I welcome the UAE's decision to scale back their involvement in the disastrous war in Yemen. They should also release human rights activist Ahmed Mansoor, who's being held there on questionable charges."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 18, 2019
Tweet - "This morning, I had the chance to meet with Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation, Zalmay Khalilzad @US4AfghanPeace. The war in Afghanistan is now the longest in US history and I support Khalilzad's efforts to find a negotiated resolution."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 18, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Rep. Takano, Rep. Haaland, and More than 40 Members of Congress Demand Federal Action to Address Global Recycling Challenges
Rep. Sean Casten, ...
July 18, 2019
Tweet - "30 million Americans have diabetes and 7.5 million take insulin to stay alive. When will Sen. McConnell allow our legislation to reduce insulin prices to come to the Senate floor for a vote?"
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Underwood Bill to Address Medical Crisis at Border Unanimously Advances out Of Homeland Security Committee
Rep. Lauren Underwood
July 17, 2019
Underwood Continues to Fight for Middle Class Tax Relief, Joins Bipartisan Resolution to Strike Down Treasury Department Salt Regulations
Rep. Lauren Underwood
July 17, 2019
Bost Votes to Repeal Obamacare "Cadillac Tax"
Rep. Mike Bost
July 17, 2019
Murphy, Blumenthal, colleagues introduce legislation to stop cruel and neglectful treatment of children at the border
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 17, 2019
Grassley, Lankford, Duckworth Introduce Bill to Ensure Justice to US Victims of Terrorism
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 17, 2019
Tweet - "Just now on the Senate floor, I voted against the Tax Treaty with Luxembourg, but it was not a reflection on the merits of the proposed protocol."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Quigley Transparency Legislation to Make Congressional Reports Available to The Public Passes the House
Rep. Mike Quigley
July 17, 2019
Energy and Commerce Committee Forwards Four Schakowsky Bills to the House Floor
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
July 17, 2019
Feinstein, Durbin, Reed Introduce Bill to Stop Corporate Inversions
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 17, 2019
Tweet - "For certain patients, Medicare covers life-saving kidney transplants but cuts off coverage for vital anti-rejection drugs after 36 months. This makes no sense. @SenBillCassidy and I will soon be introducing a bill to fix this."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Brunei For Barbaric Laws
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 17, 2019
Durbin, Duckworth Praise Senate Passage Of Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating Fifth Anniversary Of Ukraine's Revolution Of Dignity
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Tweet - "Enjoyed meeting with @Harvard President Larry Bacow today to discuss higher education & immigration -- particularly the #DACA program. The son of refugees, Pres. Bacow is a proponent of DACA and understands the importance of compassion in crafting immigration policy."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Tweet - "Infant and maternal mortality rates in the U.S. -- especially among women and babies of color -- are a national tragedy. That's why I introduced the MOMMA Act w/ @RepRobinKelly to reduce racial disparities in health outcomes and help save the lives of new moms and babies. #BumpDay"
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Schakowsky Votes to Hold Attorney General and Commerce Secretary in Contempt
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
July 16, 2019
Reps. Dean, Quigley, Steube Introduce Legislation to Collect Data on Law Enforcement Suicide Rates
Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
July 16, 2019
Ways and Means Committee Launches Rural and Underserved Communities Health Task Force
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
July 16, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2019
As Administration Escalates Tensions with Iran, Reps. Lee, Price, and Schakowsky Introduce Resolution for U.S. Re-entry into Iran Nuclear Agreement
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
July 16, 2019
Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years and 2020
Rep. Mike Quigley
July 16, 2019
Durbin, Menendez Statement On President Trump's Refusal To Designate Venezuela For TPS
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2019
Tweet - "In March, @SenatorMenendez and I led a bipartisan group of 24 Senators urging the Trump Admin to designate Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) so that Venezuelans in the U.S. are not forced to return to their country at this dangerous time."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2019
Menendez, Durbin Statement on President Trump's Refusal to Designate Venezuela for TPS
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 16, 2019
Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years and 2020
Rep. Brad Schneider
July 16, 2019
Tweet - "The Trump Admin's new rule blocking asylum claims at our southern border will "endanger vulnerable people in need of international protection from violence or persecution," including children and families, according to @Refugees. America is better than this."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 15, 2019
Letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo - Kaine Joins Bipartisan Letter to Pompeo To Push for Release of Saudi Women's Rights Activists
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 15, 2019
Tweet - "We must address the root causes driving migrants to our border, and fighting corruption in Northern Triangle countries like Guatemala should be a top priority. The United States should be promoting democracy and stability abroad, not working against them."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 15, 2019
Durbin Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Speed Up Availability Of Generic Insulin
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 14, 2019
CBS "Face the Nation" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Dick Durbin
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 14, 2019
Tweet - "I am proud to stand with @RepChuyGarcia, @RepMikeQuigley, @CongressmanRaja, @ChicagosMayor, and the people of Little Village in solidarity with the immigrant community."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 12, 2019
Cortez Masto joins legislation to block immigration enforcement at sensitive locations
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 12, 2019
Bost Votes for 9/11 First Responder Compensation Bill
Rep. Mike Bost
July 12, 2019
Schakowsky Statement on FTC Fine of Facebook
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
July 12, 2019
Quigley, Dean, Steube Introduce Legislation to Collect Data on Law Enforcement Suicide Rates
Rep. Mike Quigley
July 12, 2019
Tweet - "Today I stood with Rep. Delia Ramirez, Rep. Kelly Cassidy, @CommsUnited families, and community leaders to address the threat of mass arrests and mass deportations of immigrant families, which will lead to many families being separated."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Date
Title
Politician
July 19, 2019
Tweet - "We can argue over immigration policy, but we shouldn't have to argue over the treatment of children. It should be a fundamental American value that we treat children with compassion when they arrive at our border. Today's trip to McAllen, Texas really brought that message home."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 19, 2019
Tweet - "My statement with @ChuckGrassley on the Justice Department's progress towards implementing our landmark criminal justice reform bill, the First Step Act."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 19, 2019
Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Situation in Puerto Rico
Rep.Chuy Garcia
July 19, 2019
Tweet - "I'll be joining @SenSchumer and @SenateDems today to evaluate the conditions at the migrant facilities on our southern border. Follow along for updates."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 18, 2019
Rep. Sewell Named Co-Chair of Ways & Means Committee's Rural and Underserved Communities Health Task Force
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
July 18, 2019
Pocan Leads Members of Congress in Unveiling Bold Legislation to Fundamentally Reform the Private Equity Industry
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
July 18, 2019
Foster Introduces Legislation to Support Fab Lab Network
Rep.Bill Foster
July 18, 2019
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Questions Acting Secretary Of Homeland Security McAleenan, Demands Confirmation That Department Use Humanitarian Funding To Help Detainees
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
July 18, 2019
Representative García Votes to Pass the Raise the Wage Act
Rep.Chuy Garcia
July 18, 2019
Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García Votes to Hold Barr and Ross in Contempt of Congress
Rep.Chuy Garcia
July 18, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Beyer, House Democrats Demand Accountability For Agents Who Posted Racist, Misogynist Messages On CBP Facebook Groups
Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
July 18, 2019
Tweet - "I welcome the UAE's decision to scale back their involvement in the disastrous war in Yemen. They should also release human rights activist Ahmed Mansoor, who's being held there on questionable charges."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 18, 2019
Tweet - "This morning, I had the chance to meet with Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation, Zalmay Khalilzad @US4AfghanPeace. The war in Afghanistan is now the longest in US history and I support Khalilzad's efforts to find a negotiated resolution."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 18, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Rep. Takano, Rep. Haaland, and More than 40 Members of Congress Demand Federal Action to Address Global Recycling Challenges
Rep.Sean Casten, ...
July 18, 2019
Tweet - "30 million Americans have diabetes and 7.5 million take insulin to stay alive. When will Sen. McConnell allow our legislation to reduce insulin prices to come to the Senate floor for a vote?"
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Underwood Bill to Address Medical Crisis at Border Unanimously Advances out Of Homeland Security Committee
Rep.Lauren Underwood
July 17, 2019
Underwood Continues to Fight for Middle Class Tax Relief, Joins Bipartisan Resolution to Strike Down Treasury Department Salt Regulations
Rep.Lauren Underwood
July 17, 2019
Bost Votes to Repeal Obamacare "Cadillac Tax"
Rep.Mike Bost
July 17, 2019
Murphy, Blumenthal, colleagues introduce legislation to stop cruel and neglectful treatment of children at the border
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 17, 2019
Grassley, Lankford, Duckworth Introduce Bill to Ensure Justice to US Victims of Terrorism
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 17, 2019
Tweet - "Just now on the Senate floor, I voted against the Tax Treaty with Luxembourg, but it was not a reflection on the merits of the proposed protocol."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Quigley Transparency Legislation to Make Congressional Reports Available to The Public Passes the House
Rep.Mike Quigley
July 17, 2019
Energy and Commerce Committee Forwards Four Schakowsky Bills to the House Floor
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
July 17, 2019
Feinstein, Durbin, Reed Introduce Bill to Stop Corporate Inversions
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 17, 2019
Tweet - "For certain patients, Medicare covers life-saving kidney transplants but cuts off coverage for vital anti-rejection drugs after 36 months. This makes no sense. @SenBillCassidy and I will soon be introducing a bill to fix this."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Brunei For Barbaric Laws
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 17, 2019
Durbin, Duckworth Praise Senate Passage Of Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating Fifth Anniversary Of Ukraine's Revolution Of Dignity
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Tweet - "Enjoyed meeting with @Harvard President Larry Bacow today to discuss higher education & immigration -- particularly the #DACA program. The son of refugees, Pres. Bacow is a proponent of DACA and understands the importance of compassion in crafting immigration policy."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Tweet - "Infant and maternal mortality rates in the U.S. -- especially among women and babies of color -- are a national tragedy. That's why I introduced the MOMMA Act w/ @RepRobinKelly to reduce racial disparities in health outcomes and help save the lives of new moms and babies. #BumpDay"
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Schakowsky Votes to Hold Attorney General and Commerce Secretary in Contempt
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
July 16, 2019
Reps. Dean, Quigley, Steube Introduce Legislation to Collect Data on Law Enforcement Suicide Rates
Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
July 16, 2019
Ways and Means Committee Launches Rural and Underserved Communities Health Task Force
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
July 16, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2019
As Administration Escalates Tensions with Iran, Reps. Lee, Price, and Schakowsky Introduce Resolution for U.S. Re-entry into Iran Nuclear Agreement
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
July 16, 2019
Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years and 2020
Rep.Mike Quigley
July 16, 2019
Durbin, Menendez Statement On President Trump's Refusal To Designate Venezuela For TPS
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2019
Tweet - "In March, @SenatorMenendez and I led a bipartisan group of 24 Senators urging the Trump Admin to designate Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) so that Venezuelans in the U.S. are not forced to return to their country at this dangerous time."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2019
Menendez, Durbin Statement on President Trump's Refusal to Designate Venezuela for TPS
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 16, 2019
Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years and 2020
Rep.Brad Schneider
July 16, 2019
Tweet - "The Trump Admin's new rule blocking asylum claims at our southern border will "endanger vulnerable people in need of international protection from violence or persecution," including children and families, according to @Refugees. America is better than this."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 15, 2019
Letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo - Kaine Joins Bipartisan Letter to Pompeo To Push for Release of Saudi Women's Rights Activists
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 15, 2019
Tweet - "We must address the root causes driving migrants to our border, and fighting corruption in Northern Triangle countries like Guatemala should be a top priority. The United States should be promoting democracy and stability abroad, not working against them."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 15, 2019
Durbin Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Speed Up Availability Of Generic Insulin
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 14, 2019
CBS "Face the Nation" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Dick Durbin
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 14, 2019
Tweet - "I am proud to stand with @RepChuyGarcia, @RepMikeQuigley, @CongressmanRaja, @ChicagosMayor, and the people of Little Village in solidarity with the immigrant community."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 12, 2019
Cortez Masto joins legislation to block immigration enforcement at sensitive locations
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 12, 2019
Bost Votes for 9/11 First Responder Compensation Bill
Rep.Mike Bost
July 12, 2019
Schakowsky Statement on FTC Fine of Facebook
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
July 12, 2019
Quigley, Dean, Steube Introduce Legislation to Collect Data on Law Enforcement Suicide Rates
Rep.Mike Quigley
July 12, 2019
Tweet - "Today I stood with Rep. Delia Ramirez, Rep. Kelly Cassidy, @CommsUnited families, and community leaders to address the threat of mass arrests and mass deportations of immigrant families, which will lead to many families being separated."
Sen.Dick Durbin
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