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Dec. 3, 2018 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Honoring Illinois' Bicentennial Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 1, 2018 Duckworth Statement on Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 30, 2018 Hatch, Duckworth Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Support At-risk Youth & Help Eliminate Homelessness Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 30, 2018 Letter to Congressional Colleagues - 130 Democratic Members Sign Letter of Support for Rep. Mark Takano to Become Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 30, 2018 Rep. LaHood Statement on the USMCA Signing Rep. Darin LaHood
Nov. 30, 2018 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 30, 2018 Durbin Urges Residents To Get Covered Before ACA Enrollment Deadline On December 15th Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Durbin Introduces Bill To Improve Concussion Safety In Youth Sports Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Lawmakers Call on Sec. DeVos to Rescind Title IX Proposed Rules Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Senators Urge Pressure on Chinese at G-20 to End the Use of Exit Bans on Americans Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to Jeffrey Bezos, Chief Executive Officer for Amazon, Inc. - Markey and Reps. Gomez, Gutiérrez Lead Renewed Call for Information on Amazon's Sale of "Rekognition" to Law Enforcement Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Holds Hearing On Duckworth Bills to Create Energy Jobs & Protect Whistleblowers Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 29, 2018 Action for Dental Health Act Advances to President Trump's Desk Rep. Robin Kelly
Nov. 29, 2018 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley (D), Illinois Rep. Mike Quigley
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "The settlements of Martha Franklin and James Wilson as it relates to the Cairo, IL housing crisis are small pieces of accountability for a disaster that forced hundreds from their homes." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "Every year, as many as 140,000 student athletes sustain a concussion, and many more will go unreported. You can't shake it off - when in doubt, sit it out. That's why I'm reintroducing my Protecting Students from Concussions Act." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Durbin, Schneider, Duckworth, Lipinski, Foster Introduce Bill To Require EPA To Revise Standards For Ethylene Oxide Emissions Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Duckworth Introduces Bill to Expand Coverage for Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 29, 2018 Durbin Presses For Stronger Action On Kid-Friendly E-Cigarette Flavors In Meeting With FDA Commissioner Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Durbin Criticizes Trump Administration After Watchdog Finds Vulnerabilities At Facility Charged With Caring For Children In Health Department's Custody Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Duckworth Statement On Bipartisan Effort to Ensure Public Debate On Military's Role in Yemen Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 28, 2018 Strengthening the Health Care Fraud Prevention Task Force Act of 2018 Rep. Robin Kelly
Nov. 28, 2018 Action for Dental Health Act of 2017 Rep. Robin Kelly
Nov. 28, 2018 Congresswoman Kelly Applauds Senate Introduction of Health Equity and Accountability Act Rep. Robin Kelly
Nov. 28, 2018 Motion to Discharge--S.J. Res. 54 Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "With advancement of @SenSanders' resolution the Senate sent a message to the Trump Administration that we won't tolerate Saudi Arabia's war in Yemen without Congressional approval. The suffering of innocent civilians in Yemen & murder of Jamal Khashoggi won't go unanswered." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "The most persuasive presence at today's security briefing on the murder of Jamal Khashoggi was the empty chair meant for CIA Director Gina Haspel. This White House won't acknowledge MBS's direct involvement in this crime." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "The cruelty of this ill-conceived, heartless, and poorly implemented child separation policy seems to be never-ending. The Republicans who control Congress have failed to conduct the most basic oversight to prevent these abuses and hold this Administration accountable." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Executive Session Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 27, 2018 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Illinois Senator Richard Durbin Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 27, 2018 Ukraine Caucus Statements on Recent Russian Aggression Against Ukraine in Sea of Azov Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 Senators Criticize Trump Administration After Watchdog Finds Vulnerabilities at Facility Charged with Caring for Children in Health Department's Custody Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley Rep. Mike Quigley
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Sat down with members of @SouthernUTWild today who are working hard to protect Utah's incredible wilderness areas and pass America's Red Rocks Wilderness Act." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2018 Casten Statement on Border Tear Gassing Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "I am troubled by what appears to be highly questionable charges against Diane Rwigara for seemingly running for office peacefully #FreeDianeRwigara #FreeAdelineRwigara" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2018 Letter to Secretary Carson, HUD - Improve Oversight Of Lead Poisoning Prevention Programs Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "Time after time, through military force and other means, Russia pushes the boundaries of Ukrainian sovereignty and international norms, escalating the temperature in the region. Such acts by Russia must be universally condemned." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 21, 2018 Tweet - "Congress finally has a real chance to pass bipartisan legislation to reform our outdated drug sentencing laws. My bill with @ChuckGrassley @CoryBooker @SenMikeLee unites the right and left. Only @senatemajldr is standing in the way. #FirstStepAct" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 21, 2018 Davis, LaHood Announce Continued Investment for LaGrange Lock Improvements Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
Nov. 21, 2018 Tweet - "The #FirstStepAct has wide-ranging support from law-enforcement, faith leaders, and conservative and progressive groups. Leader McConnell shouldn't squander such an extraordinary opportunity for Congress to pass meaningful criminal justice reform legislation." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "I strongly oppose the possible election of Russian Alexander Prokopchuk as the next Interpol President. He has a reported history of serving in Russian President Putin's dubious security services and reportedly attempting to abuse Interpol to pursue Russia's political enemies." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Joined @SenDuckworth, @RepBillFoster, and @RepSchneider to ask @US_FDA to examine alternatives to ethylene oxide. This chemical is a public health threat and we shouldn't have to choose between sterile medical equipment and increased cancer risks." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "It's not often I agree with @realDonaldTrump but he & @JaredKushner deserve real credit for supporting the #FirstStepAct that I introduced with @ChuckGrassley. Our bipartisan criminal justice reform bill is supported by law enforcement & civil rights groups like the FOP & @ACLU." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The President adds to his track record of ignoring his own intelligence agencies, and undermining American values at home and abroad, by giving Saudi Arabia a pass for the brutal and premeditated murder of a U.S. resident and journalist. Outrageous." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2018 Tweet - "My heart is with Mercy Hospital in Chicago tonight. I am praying for the victims, their families, and those who were injured during the shooting this afternoon. And I am extremely grateful to the Chicago Police Department who responded with bravery." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon. R.D. James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works - Grassley, Durbin, Bipartisan Senators Urge Funding for River System Infrastructure Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 19, 2018 Durbin, Duckworth Sign Bicameral Amicus Brief To Protect National Monuments Against Unconstitutional Attacks By Trump Administration Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 19, 2018 Durbin Statement On Shooting At Mercy Hospital Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Dec. 3, 2018 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Honoring Illinois' Bicentennial Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 1, 2018 Duckworth Statement on Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 30, 2018 Hatch, Duckworth Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Support At-risk Youth & Help Eliminate Homelessness Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 30, 2018 Letter to Congressional Colleagues - 130 Democratic Members Sign Letter of Support for Rep. Mark Takano to Become Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 30, 2018 Rep. LaHood Statement on the USMCA Signing Rep.Darin LaHood
Nov. 30, 2018 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 30, 2018 Durbin Urges Residents To Get Covered Before ACA Enrollment Deadline On December 15th Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Durbin Introduces Bill To Improve Concussion Safety In Youth Sports Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Lawmakers Call on Sec. DeVos to Rescind Title IX Proposed Rules Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Senators Urge Pressure on Chinese at G-20 to End the Use of Exit Bans on Americans Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to Jeffrey Bezos, Chief Executive Officer for Amazon, Inc. - Markey and Reps. Gomez, Gutiérrez Lead Renewed Call for Information on Amazon's Sale of "Rekognition" to Law Enforcement Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Holds Hearing On Duckworth Bills to Create Energy Jobs & Protect Whistleblowers Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 29, 2018 Action for Dental Health Act Advances to President Trump's Desk Rep.Robin Kelly
Nov. 29, 2018 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley (D), Illinois Rep.Mike Quigley
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "The settlements of Martha Franklin and James Wilson as it relates to the Cairo, IL housing crisis are small pieces of accountability for a disaster that forced hundreds from their homes." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "Every year, as many as 140,000 student athletes sustain a concussion, and many more will go unreported. You can't shake it off - when in doubt, sit it out. That's why I'm reintroducing my Protecting Students from Concussions Act." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2018 Durbin, Schneider, Duckworth, Lipinski, Foster Introduce Bill To Require EPA To Revise Standards For Ethylene Oxide Emissions Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Duckworth Introduces Bill to Expand Coverage for Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 29, 2018 Durbin Presses For Stronger Action On Kid-Friendly E-Cigarette Flavors In Meeting With FDA Commissioner Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Durbin Criticizes Trump Administration After Watchdog Finds Vulnerabilities At Facility Charged With Caring For Children In Health Department's Custody Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Duckworth Statement On Bipartisan Effort to Ensure Public Debate On Military's Role in Yemen Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 28, 2018 Strengthening the Health Care Fraud Prevention Task Force Act of 2018 Rep.Robin Kelly
Nov. 28, 2018 Action for Dental Health Act of 2017 Rep.Robin Kelly
Nov. 28, 2018 Congresswoman Kelly Applauds Senate Introduction of Health Equity and Accountability Act Rep.Robin Kelly
Nov. 28, 2018 Motion to Discharge--S.J. Res. 54 Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "With advancement of @SenSanders' resolution the Senate sent a message to the Trump Administration that we won't tolerate Saudi Arabia's war in Yemen without Congressional approval. The suffering of innocent civilians in Yemen & murder of Jamal Khashoggi won't go unanswered." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "The most persuasive presence at today's security briefing on the murder of Jamal Khashoggi was the empty chair meant for CIA Director Gina Haspel. This White House won't acknowledge MBS's direct involvement in this crime." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "The cruelty of this ill-conceived, heartless, and poorly implemented child separation policy seems to be never-ending. The Republicans who control Congress have failed to conduct the most basic oversight to prevent these abuses and hold this Administration accountable." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Executive Session Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 27, 2018 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Illinois Senator Richard Durbin Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 27, 2018 Ukraine Caucus Statements on Recent Russian Aggression Against Ukraine in Sea of Azov Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 Senators Criticize Trump Administration After Watchdog Finds Vulnerabilities at Facility Charged with Caring for Children in Health Department's Custody Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley Rep.Mike Quigley
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Sat down with members of @SouthernUTWild today who are working hard to protect Utah's incredible wilderness areas and pass America's Red Rocks Wilderness Act." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2018 Casten Statement on Border Tear Gassing Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "I am troubled by what appears to be highly questionable charges against Diane Rwigara for seemingly running for office peacefully #FreeDianeRwigara #FreeAdelineRwigara" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2018 Letter to Secretary Carson, HUD - Improve Oversight Of Lead Poisoning Prevention Programs Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "Time after time, through military force and other means, Russia pushes the boundaries of Ukrainian sovereignty and international norms, escalating the temperature in the region. Such acts by Russia must be universally condemned." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 21, 2018 Tweet - "Congress finally has a real chance to pass bipartisan legislation to reform our outdated drug sentencing laws. My bill with @ChuckGrassley @CoryBooker @SenMikeLee unites the right and left. Only @senatemajldr is standing in the way. #FirstStepAct" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 21, 2018 Davis, LaHood Announce Continued Investment for LaGrange Lock Improvements Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
Nov. 21, 2018 Tweet - "The #FirstStepAct has wide-ranging support from law-enforcement, faith leaders, and conservative and progressive groups. Leader McConnell shouldn't squander such an extraordinary opportunity for Congress to pass meaningful criminal justice reform legislation." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "I strongly oppose the possible election of Russian Alexander Prokopchuk as the next Interpol President. He has a reported history of serving in Russian President Putin's dubious security services and reportedly attempting to abuse Interpol to pursue Russia's political enemies." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Joined @SenDuckworth, @RepBillFoster, and @RepSchneider to ask @US_FDA to examine alternatives to ethylene oxide. This chemical is a public health threat and we shouldn't have to choose between sterile medical equipment and increased cancer risks." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "It's not often I agree with @realDonaldTrump but he & @JaredKushner deserve real credit for supporting the #FirstStepAct that I introduced with @ChuckGrassley. Our bipartisan criminal justice reform bill is supported by law enforcement & civil rights groups like the FOP & @ACLU." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The President adds to his track record of ignoring his own intelligence agencies, and undermining American values at home and abroad, by giving Saudi Arabia a pass for the brutal and premeditated murder of a U.S. resident and journalist. Outrageous." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2018 Tweet - "My heart is with Mercy Hospital in Chicago tonight. I am praying for the victims, their families, and those who were injured during the shooting this afternoon. And I am extremely grateful to the Chicago Police Department who responded with bravery." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon. R.D. James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works - Grassley, Durbin, Bipartisan Senators Urge Funding for River System Infrastructure Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 19, 2018 Durbin, Duckworth Sign Bicameral Amicus Brief To Protect National Monuments Against Unconstitutional Attacks By Trump Administration Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 19, 2018 Durbin Statement On Shooting At Mercy Hospital Sen.Dick Durbin
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