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Nov. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Illinoisans: today, the Affordable Care Act's open enrollment period begins for 2022 health insurance. Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, there are more affordable options than ever before. Visit http://healthcare.gov to see if you & your family are eligible to #GetCovered." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Frontline Democrats Press House Leadership to Include Prescription Drugs Provisions in Build Back Better Act Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Oct. 30, 2021 Tweet - "Enjoyed having the chance to speak with @jguaido earlier this week. Against incredible odds, he and so many others continue a patriotic effort to build a better future for their country. I continue to stand with him and the Venezuelan people in this effort." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States - Armstrong Joins Letter Slamming the Biden Administration's Plan to Pay Illegal Immigrants $450,000 Rep. Mike Bost, ...
Oct. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Egypt must answer for their ongoing harassment and detention of dissidents and human rights activists. I'm introducing NDAA amendments to hold them accountable--including a proposal to take away their interest-earning benefit on U.S. security aid." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Welcomes Robust High-Skilled And Family-Based Immigration Reforms He Championed In Landmark Build Back Better Act Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 29, 2021 Durbin, Menendez, Kaine Meet With Venezuela Interim President Juan Guadó Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Finally eliminating civil child sexual abuse statutes of limitations will allow survivors to have their day in court and a moment of healing. This is commonsense, bipartisan legislation and I encourage my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Proud of Illinois for taking this important step towards making our state the national leader for electric vehicle production, research, and infrastructure." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Durbin Files NDAA Amendment To Hold Egypt Accountable For Disappearances Of Family Members Of Illinois Resident Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Today I met with @MetroFamChicago to learn about their violence prevention efforts and their work alongside the Chicago Police Department to help keep Chicago families and communities safe." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 28, 2021 Schneider Statement Supporting Votes for Biden Agenda Rep. Brad Schneider
Oct. 28, 2021 Bost Votes to Extend Highway Funding Rep. Mike Bost
Oct. 28, 2021 REP. DEMINGS INTRODUCES VICTIM ACT Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Oct. 28, 2021 Durbin, Blackburn Introduce Bipartisan Bill Eliminating Limits To Justice For Child Sex Abuse Victims Act Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 28, 2021 Letter to Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary Department of Homeland Security; Xavier Becerra, Secretary Department of Health and Human Services - Clarity on Undocumented Immigrants Coming to Jacksonville Rep. Mike Bost, ...
Oct. 28, 2021 Tweet - "While the #BuildBackBetter framework may not have everything that everyone wanted, let's not lose sight of how much good it will do. Some people look at a donut and just see the hole. I see the donut. And this donut is substantial." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Millions of undocumented people live in this country and contribute to our economy. They deserve to live, work, and travel without fear of deportation. President Biden understands this. That's why he included immigration reform in his Build Back Better framework." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2021 Letter to Ms. Gayle Smith, Coordinator for Global COVID Response and Health Security Senator, and Mr. Jeremy Konydyk Executive Director, COVID-19 Task Force United States Agency for International Development-Markey and Rep. Krishnamoorthi Lead Colleagues in Urging Biden Administration to Outline Plans to Meet Global Vaccination Goal Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Oct. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Spoke with DEA Admin. Milgram yesterday about reigning in Big Pharma's excessive opioid production. @DEAHQ must play a critical role in enforcing my Opioid Quota Reform law--we cannot allow Big Pharma to flood our communities with dangerous amounts of painkillers." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty, yet far too many are being detained pending trial without consideration of their individual circumstances. This bill will address record high levels of pretrial detention. I'm proud to have the support of my colleagues." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2021 LaHood, Boyle Introduce Legislation to Allow Nutritional Supplements to be Covered Under Flex/Health Spending Account Rep. Darin LaHood
Oct. 27, 2021 Rep. Robin Kelly Calls Attention to Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month Rep. Robin Kelly
Oct. 27, 2021 Tweet - "The decision to create a sentencing disparity between crack & powder cocaine was a mistake that has had devastating consequences for far too many Americans. It's time for the Senate to right this wrong & pass the EQUAL Act--eliminating this sentencing disparity once & for all." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Proud of Illinois for increasing the number of rental assistance payments by 185% between August and September. I fought hard to make sure this funding was a part of Congress' COVID-relief efforts and am glad to see it is helping to keep so many Illinoisans in their homes." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Tweet - "We have never gone wrong in America when we invest in the people of this country. President Biden's Build Back Better plan is just that--an investment in the American people. It's about leaving the next generation with the tools they need to win the 21st century." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Tweet - "11 million undocumented people live in this country and contribute to our economy. They deserve to live and work here without fear. It's been 30+ years since Congress passed immigration reform. We can't wait any longer. Now is the time and reconciliation is the way." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Durbin Discusses Opioid Quotas With DEA Administrator Milgram Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Letter to Shalanda Young, OMB Acting Director - Outline Plans to Meet Global Vaccination Goal Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Oct. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see the Biden Administration is heeding my calls for increased access to quick, accurate at-home COVID testing. More rapid tests will maximize our ability to reduce transmission & enhance our pandemic response." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Easier access to quick, accurate and affordable at-home COVID-19 tests would go a long way towards helping our pandemic response. I'm calling on @HHSGov and @US_FDA to explore ways to help expand rapid at-home COVID-19 testing." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 24, 2021 Tweet - "This #WorldPolioDay, I'm joining with @Rotary to recognize the role of @CDCGlobal & @USAIDGH in supporting the equitable distribution of vaccines, like those to #EndPolio & #COVID19. #VaccinesWork" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States-Ahead of International Climate Conference, Senators Markey, Van Hollen and Rep. Omar Lead Bicameral Letter to President Biden Urging Bold Climate Action in Budget Reconciliation Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConell, Minority Leader, Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader, Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader, and Hon. Nancy Pelosi - Solution to the Medicaid Coverage Gap Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Oct. 22, 2021 Casten Responds to FSOC's Climate Risk Report Rep. Sean Casten
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Charles E. Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Adams Urges Biden Administration, Congress to Include Maternal Health Equity in Final Reconciliation Bill Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Oct. 21, 2021 Congressman LaTurner Introduces the Simon Crosier Act Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Oct. 21, 2021 Tweet - "Today is #LatinaEqualPayDay--a reminder that Latinas must work nearly 22 months to earn what white men make in 12 months. Equal pay is long overdue, and I'm proud to cosponsor the #PaycheckFairness Act to achieve equal pay for equal work." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Ron A. Bloom, USPS Board of Governors Chairman - Launch Proceedings to Fire Postmaster General DeJoy Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 21, 2021 Tweet - "E-cigarettes are a life-or-death challenge to FDA's legacy on tobacco. For the health of our kids, @US_FDA cannot fail." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Childcare/Education in Build Back Better Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, and the Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration - Durbin To HHS And FDA: More Accessible And Affordable At-Home Rapid Tests Can Help Our Pandemic Response Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Graves and Colleagues Label Supply Chain Crisis as Another Poor Decision That Was Avoidable Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Oct. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Seven years later, the murder of Laquan McDonald is still shocking and upsetting. And while some semblance of justice has been achieved through the legal system, nothing can ever replace a lost loved one. Sending my prayers to the McDonald family today as they mourn Laquan." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 20, 2021 Espaillat, García, Correa, Escobar Hold Press Conference with Latino Leaders to Demand Lasting Protections for Undocumented Communities Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Public safety can only be achieved when law enforcement has the full confidence of the communities they protect. As we honor Laquan's memory today, we must also commit to reforming the flaws in the system that led to his murder. Only then will true justice be achieved." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, and Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader - Keep Affordable Housing in Build Back Better Act Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Oct. 19, 2021 Senate Passes Ernst-Led Bipartisan Resolution Designating October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 18, 2021 Letter to Hon. Janet L. Yellen, Treasury Secretary - On the IRS Bank Surveillance Plan Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
Oct. 18, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - LIHEAP Heating Help Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Date Title Politician
Nov. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Illinoisans: today, the Affordable Care Act's open enrollment period begins for 2022 health insurance. Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, there are more affordable options than ever before. Visit http://healthcare.gov to see if you & your family are eligible to #GetCovered." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 31, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Frontline Democrats Press House Leadership to Include Prescription Drugs Provisions in Build Back Better Act Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Oct. 30, 2021 Tweet - "Enjoyed having the chance to speak with @jguaido earlier this week. Against incredible odds, he and so many others continue a patriotic effort to build a better future for their country. I continue to stand with him and the Venezuelan people in this effort." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States - Armstrong Joins Letter Slamming the Biden Administration's Plan to Pay Illegal Immigrants $450,000 Rep.Mike Bost, ...
Oct. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Egypt must answer for their ongoing harassment and detention of dissidents and human rights activists. I'm introducing NDAA amendments to hold them accountable--including a proposal to take away their interest-earning benefit on U.S. security aid." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Welcomes Robust High-Skilled And Family-Based Immigration Reforms He Championed In Landmark Build Back Better Act Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 29, 2021 Durbin, Menendez, Kaine Meet With Venezuela Interim President Juan Guadó Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Finally eliminating civil child sexual abuse statutes of limitations will allow survivors to have their day in court and a moment of healing. This is commonsense, bipartisan legislation and I encourage my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Proud of Illinois for taking this important step towards making our state the national leader for electric vehicle production, research, and infrastructure." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Durbin Files NDAA Amendment To Hold Egypt Accountable For Disappearances Of Family Members Of Illinois Resident Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2021 Tweet - "Today I met with @MetroFamChicago to learn about their violence prevention efforts and their work alongside the Chicago Police Department to help keep Chicago families and communities safe." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 28, 2021 Schneider Statement Supporting Votes for Biden Agenda Rep.Brad Schneider
Oct. 28, 2021 Bost Votes to Extend Highway Funding Rep.Mike Bost
Oct. 28, 2021 REP. DEMINGS INTRODUCES VICTIM ACT Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Oct. 28, 2021 Durbin, Blackburn Introduce Bipartisan Bill Eliminating Limits To Justice For Child Sex Abuse Victims Act Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 28, 2021 Letter to Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary Department of Homeland Security; Xavier Becerra, Secretary Department of Health and Human Services - Clarity on Undocumented Immigrants Coming to Jacksonville Rep.Mike Bost, ...
Oct. 28, 2021 Tweet - "While the #BuildBackBetter framework may not have everything that everyone wanted, let's not lose sight of how much good it will do. Some people look at a donut and just see the hole. I see the donut. And this donut is substantial." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Millions of undocumented people live in this country and contribute to our economy. They deserve to live, work, and travel without fear of deportation. President Biden understands this. That's why he included immigration reform in his Build Back Better framework." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2021 Letter to Ms. Gayle Smith, Coordinator for Global COVID Response and Health Security Senator, and Mr. Jeremy Konydyk Executive Director, COVID-19 Task Force United States Agency for International Development-Markey and Rep. Krishnamoorthi Lead Colleagues in Urging Biden Administration to Outline Plans to Meet Global Vaccination Goal Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Oct. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Spoke with DEA Admin. Milgram yesterday about reigning in Big Pharma's excessive opioid production. @DEAHQ must play a critical role in enforcing my Opioid Quota Reform law--we cannot allow Big Pharma to flood our communities with dangerous amounts of painkillers." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty, yet far too many are being detained pending trial without consideration of their individual circumstances. This bill will address record high levels of pretrial detention. I'm proud to have the support of my colleagues." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2021 LaHood, Boyle Introduce Legislation to Allow Nutritional Supplements to be Covered Under Flex/Health Spending Account Rep.Darin LaHood
Oct. 27, 2021 Rep. Robin Kelly Calls Attention to Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month Rep.Robin Kelly
Oct. 27, 2021 Tweet - "The decision to create a sentencing disparity between crack & powder cocaine was a mistake that has had devastating consequences for far too many Americans. It's time for the Senate to right this wrong & pass the EQUAL Act--eliminating this sentencing disparity once & for all." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Proud of Illinois for increasing the number of rental assistance payments by 185% between August and September. I fought hard to make sure this funding was a part of Congress' COVID-relief efforts and am glad to see it is helping to keep so many Illinoisans in their homes." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Tweet - "We have never gone wrong in America when we invest in the people of this country. President Biden's Build Back Better plan is just that--an investment in the American people. It's about leaving the next generation with the tools they need to win the 21st century." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Tweet - "11 million undocumented people live in this country and contribute to our economy. They deserve to live and work here without fear. It's been 30+ years since Congress passed immigration reform. We can't wait any longer. Now is the time and reconciliation is the way." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Durbin Discusses Opioid Quotas With DEA Administrator Milgram Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 26, 2021 Letter to Shalanda Young, OMB Acting Director - Outline Plans to Meet Global Vaccination Goal Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Oct. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see the Biden Administration is heeding my calls for increased access to quick, accurate at-home COVID testing. More rapid tests will maximize our ability to reduce transmission & enhance our pandemic response." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Easier access to quick, accurate and affordable at-home COVID-19 tests would go a long way towards helping our pandemic response. I'm calling on @HHSGov and @US_FDA to explore ways to help expand rapid at-home COVID-19 testing." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 24, 2021 Tweet - "This #WorldPolioDay, I'm joining with @Rotary to recognize the role of @CDCGlobal & @USAIDGH in supporting the equitable distribution of vaccines, like those to #EndPolio & #COVID19. #VaccinesWork" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States-Ahead of International Climate Conference, Senators Markey, Van Hollen and Rep. Omar Lead Bicameral Letter to President Biden Urging Bold Climate Action in Budget Reconciliation Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConell, Minority Leader, Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader, Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader, and Hon. Nancy Pelosi - Solution to the Medicaid Coverage Gap Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Oct. 22, 2021 Casten Responds to FSOC's Climate Risk Report Rep.Sean Casten
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Charles E. Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Adams Urges Biden Administration, Congress to Include Maternal Health Equity in Final Reconciliation Bill Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Oct. 21, 2021 Congressman LaTurner Introduces the Simon Crosier Act Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Oct. 21, 2021 Tweet - "Today is #LatinaEqualPayDay--a reminder that Latinas must work nearly 22 months to earn what white men make in 12 months. Equal pay is long overdue, and I'm proud to cosponsor the #PaycheckFairness Act to achieve equal pay for equal work." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Ron A. Bloom, USPS Board of Governors Chairman - Launch Proceedings to Fire Postmaster General DeJoy Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 21, 2021 Tweet - "E-cigarettes are a life-or-death challenge to FDA's legacy on tobacco. For the health of our kids, @US_FDA cannot fail." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Childcare/Education in Build Back Better Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, and the Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration - Durbin To HHS And FDA: More Accessible And Affordable At-Home Rapid Tests Can Help Our Pandemic Response Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Graves and Colleagues Label Supply Chain Crisis as Another Poor Decision That Was Avoidable Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Oct. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Seven years later, the murder of Laquan McDonald is still shocking and upsetting. And while some semblance of justice has been achieved through the legal system, nothing can ever replace a lost loved one. Sending my prayers to the McDonald family today as they mourn Laquan." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 20, 2021 Espaillat, García, Correa, Escobar Hold Press Conference with Latino Leaders to Demand Lasting Protections for Undocumented Communities Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Public safety can only be achieved when law enforcement has the full confidence of the communities they protect. As we honor Laquan's memory today, we must also commit to reforming the flaws in the system that led to his murder. Only then will true justice be achieved." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 19, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, and Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader - Keep Affordable Housing in Build Back Better Act Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Oct. 19, 2021 Senate Passes Ernst-Led Bipartisan Resolution Designating October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 18, 2021 Letter to Hon. Janet L. Yellen, Treasury Secretary - On the IRS Bank Surveillance Plan Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
Oct. 18, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - LIHEAP Heating Help Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
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