| Dec. 4, 2019
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Tweet - "In the era of big data, consumers want to know they can trust websites & apps w/ their information. Proud to cosponsor the Data Care Act with @brianschatz & @SenDuckworth to ensure online providers are protecting people's personal data from being misused."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 26, 2019
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Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook Inc., Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter, and Jeff Weiner, CEO of LinkedIn - Homeland Security Committee Press Top Social Media Companies on Enabling Users to Report Election-Related Misinformation and Disinformation
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| Nov. 26, 2019
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Tweet - "The United States must take drastic action to address climate change before it's too late. But if we're ever going to do so, we"ve got to stop debating proven science - instead, Republicans and Democrats must come together to work on solutions."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 21, 2019
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Tweet - "Robocallers aren't just annoying millions of Americans every day, they're also defrauding Americans out of millions of dollars every year. My Protecting American Consumers from Robocalls Act would make it easier for consumers to take action against these scammers."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 21, 2019
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In Honor of Dr. Dieter Martin Gruen
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Rep. Sean Casten
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| Nov. 19, 2019
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Letter to Kirk Davis, CEO of GateHouse Media, and Paul Bascobert, President and CEO of Gannett CO., Inc. - Baldwin, Brown, Menendez lead Senators Urging Media Companies to Recognize Workers' Unions
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Nov. 18, 2019
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Letter to Betsy Devos, Secretary of Education - Democrats Slam Devos' Decision to Mask Education Inequalities by Halting Critical Elements of Civil Rights Data Collection
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Nov. 15, 2019
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Tweet - "This morning at @IGBIllinois I discussed the need to restore the United States' commitment to breakthrough scientific, biomedical, and agricultural research. That is why this year I introduced the American Cures Act, the American Innovation Act, and the America Grows Act."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 14, 2019
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Tweet - "Big Pharma spends $6 billion to flood the airwaves with drug ads that tell you everything but the price. Patients deserve to know the cost, but Big Pharma wants to keep it a secret. Yesterday, I tried to pass my bill with @ChuckGrassley to require price tags in drug ads."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 13, 2019
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Duckworth Secures Key Priorities in NASA Reauthorization Bill
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Nov. 13, 2019
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Durbin Calls On Congress To Pass Legislation To Require Disclosure Of Prescription Drug Prices In TV Ads
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 12, 2019
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Letter to Dr. Neil Jacobs, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Casten Urges NOAA to Disregard Political Pressure by the Administration When Reporting Natural Disasters
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Rep. Sean Casten
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| Nov. 12, 2019
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Foster Introduces Legislation to Improve Government Access to Scientific Information
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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| Nov. 8, 2019
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Reintroduces The Investing In American Workers Act To Establish A Worker Training Tax Credit For Small And Mid-Sized Businesses
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Nov. 6, 2019
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Durbin Pushes For Legislation To Require Disclosure Of Prescription Drug Prices In TV Ads
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 4, 2019
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Receives Award From The ITServe Alliance
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Nov. 4, 2019
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Letter to Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter - Pascrell, Pallone, Maloney, Malinowski Lead Calls for Twitter to Prevent Census Interference
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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| Nov. 4, 2019
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Recognized By The Association Of Chinese-American Scientists And Engineers For His Contributions To Diversity And Community Leadership Development
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Nov. 1, 2019
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Tweet - "This morning I met with business leaders @ISTPLifeScience in Skokie who use research to launch new products. We must invest in scientific, biomedical, and agriculture research so the U.S. remains a world leader in development and discovery."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 31, 2019
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Reps. Schneider, Fitzpatrick, Crow Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Enhance Cybersecurity of Small Businesses
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Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
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| Oct. 29, 2019
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Hearing of the Consumer Protection and Commerce Subcommittee of the House Energy and Commerce Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Schakowsky, Hearing on Reauthorizing Brand USA and the U.S. SAFE WEB Act
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| Oct. 24, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. David Hale, Under Secretary for Political Affairs of the Department of State - Brown Joins Senators Seeking Information about State Department Policies to Protect Journalists
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Oct. 24, 2019
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Letter to Mr. John Hoeven, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, Mr. Jeff Merkley, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, Mr. Sanford Bishop, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, House Committee on Appropriations, and Mr. Jeff Fortenberry, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies - Spanberger Leads Bipartisan Letter Calling on Senate and House Appropriators to Prioritize Rural Broadband Projects, Strengthen Funding for USDA ReConnect Program
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Rep. Mike Bost, ...
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| Oct. 24, 2019
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Tweet - "Yesterday, I met with the @Argonne Board of Governors. Their work is essential to leading innovation & economic growth in the US. If we are going to remain a leader in science & tech, we must ensure we are providing the funding we need to stay competitive on the world stage."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 23, 2019
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Recognizing the Importance of the Malta Conferences
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| Oct. 23, 2019
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Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García Introduces Bill to Keep Big Tech Companies Out of Financial Sector
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Rep. Chuy Garcia
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| Oct. 22, 2019
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Kelly, McMorris Rodgers Introduce US SAFE WEB Extension Act
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Rep. Robin Kelly
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| Oct. 22, 2019
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Tweet - "#HoldAVote"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 18, 2019
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Tweet - "It's inspiring to see @Astro_Christina and @Astro_Jessica make history with the first ever #AllWomanSpacewalk today. This momentous accomplishment shows young women across the world that their potential is limitless."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 17, 2019
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RESCHEDULED: Consumer Protection and Commerce Subcommittee Announces Hearing on Brand USA and U.S. SAFE WEB Act Legislation
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Oct. 16, 2019
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Foster Introduces Medical Records Access Fairness Act
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Rep. Bill Foster
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| Oct. 10, 2019
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Tweet - "There is a #digitaldivide in this country and rural communities are being left behind. Illinoisans need the internet to complete homework, start businesses, and allow doctors to communicate with their patients."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 7, 2019
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Tweet - "Broadband access is essential to #digitalinclusion across America. Congress must pass my bicameral Promoting Access to Broadband Act with @RepSeanMaloney to address the cost barriers to broadband that are inhibiting #digitalequity across the United States."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 4, 2019
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Foster, Johnson Introduce Legislation to Keep STEM Graduates in America
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Oct. 4, 2019
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Rep. LaHood Announces Congressional App Challenge for 18th District High School Students
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Rep. Darin LaHood
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| Sept. 30, 2019
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Quigley, Casten, Tonko Introduce the Preserve Science in Policymaking Act
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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| Sept. 26, 2019
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Durbin: Appropriations Bills Provide Critical Funding For Illinois
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 26, 2019
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Tweet - "Reliable broadband service is essential for kids doing their homework, people looking for a job, & improving access to health care in rural areas. Cost shouldn't be a barrier to broadband. Proud to work w/ @RepSeanMaloney to increase enrollment for the FCC's Lifeline program."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 26, 2019
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Hearing scheduled on corporate responsibility online, consumer protection & the pros and cons of section 230 of the Communications Decency Act
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Sept. 25, 2019
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Durbin, Maloney Introduce Bicameral Bill To Increase Access To Broadband Service For Low-Income Americans
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 23, 2019
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Tweet - "Today at the UN #ClimateActionSummit, leaders from around the world are coming together to discuss their goals for combatting climate change on a global scale. The U.S. should be taking the lead in this fight -- sadly, our President refuses to accept the proven science behind it."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 20, 2019
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Tweet - "Great to see @CBS, @WarnerMediaGrp, and @Viacom drop the misleading ads for e-cigarette companies like JUUL. #VapingTargetsKids with these ads, so this is an important step towards keeping these dangerous and addictive products out of the hands of our children."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 20, 2019
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Tweet - "We cannot afford to put off addressing climate change any longer. The science is clear, this is an existential threat to our nation and to the world. Climate change deniers -- like our President -- must accept that fact. Our very existence is at stake. #ClimateStrike #ActOnClimate"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 19, 2019
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Reps. Foster and Takano, Sens. Hirono and Tillis Introduce the Office of Technology Assessment Improvement and Enhancement Act
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Rep. Bill Foster
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| Sept. 19, 2019
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50+ Members Launch Bipartisan Congressional Caucus to End the Youth Vaping Epidemic
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 18, 2019
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Tweet - "IL constituents are writing in about robocalls, and for good reason. Robocallers placed 172M calls to Illinoisans in August. This has got to stop. Today, @SenDuckworth and I wrote to the @FCC Chairman urging him to take action to end this scourge. You can read our letter here:"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 18, 2019
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Tweet - "If President Trump is going to deny the science behind climate change, then Congress must step up and take the lead. That's why I'm joining @SenatorBennet & other @SenateDems to introduce the Clean Air, Healthy Kids Act. We must reject the President's anti-climate agenda."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 18, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Durbin, Duckworth Ask FCC To Step Up Prevention Of Robocalls
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 10, 2019
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Durbin Introduces Bill To Boost Agricultural Research Funding
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 10, 2019
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Tweet - "If we want to compete with China, we must start investing more in cutting-edge agricultural research. My America Grows Act would increase federal research funding so that @USDA has the resources it needs to make more breakthroughs and foster innovation."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 6, 2019
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Tweet - "I applaud Facebook's commitment to block the sale of firearms on its platforms, but loopholes remain. I'm joining my @SenateDems colleagues in calling on Facebook to monitor and shut down any firearm sales that are slipping through the cracks."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 6, 2019
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Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook - Harris, Colleagues Urge Facebook to Enforce Gun Selling Rules on its Digital Marketplace
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 5, 2019
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Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook - Durbin, Colleagues Urge Facebook To Enforce Gun Selling Rules On Its Digital Marketplace
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 4, 2019
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Pallone and Schakowsky on FTC's Youtube settlement
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Sept. 4, 2019
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Tweet - "YouTube paid $170M after the FTC alleged it illegally collected personal information online from children. More reason why Americans should be able to delete personal data that was collected about them online while they were kids. My Clean Slate bill would do just that."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 4, 2019
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Tweet - "Today I visited @Autismsi to learn more about their work in providing services to those on the autism spectrum. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue to fight for federal funding for autism research."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 22, 2019
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Tweet - "We can all agree, robocalls are annoying. It's time to give consumers the ability to fight back."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "In the era of Big Data, we must ensure that our students and children are protected from harmful data collection practices. Yesterday, I joined @SenMarkey and @SenBlumenthal in urging EdTech companies to commit to complying with federal data protections."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 12, 2019
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Letter to Michael Newton - Markey Joins Durbin and Blumenthal Request Information on Student Data Collection Practices
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 12, 2019
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Letter to Sundar Pichai, Chief Executive Officer at Google - Markey Joins Durbin and Blumenthal Request Information on Student Data Collection Practices
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 12, 2019
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Foster Leads National Labs Caucus Congressional Delegation to California
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Rep. Bill Foster
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| Aug. 9, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Wyden Presses FCC to Protect Consumers from Cellphone Fraud
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 24, 2019
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Underwood-Backed Legislation to Combat Robocalls Passes the House
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| July 19, 2019
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Hirono, Durbin, Kennedy, Tillis Bipartisan Bill to Defend Intellectual Property from Theft Heads to U.S. Senate Floor
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| July 18, 2019
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Foster Introduces Legislation to Support Fab Lab Network
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Rep. Bill Foster
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| July 18, 2019
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Committee Members Ask Hard-Hitting Questions, Facebook Offers Very Few Answers
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Rep. Bill Foster, ...
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| July 17, 2019
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Letter to Dr. James F. Reilly II, Director of the U.S. Geological Survey - King, Colleagues Opposing Potential Administration Effort at "Hiding" Climate Data
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 17, 2019
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Jayapal Leads Bipartisan Amendment Limiting Face Recognition Technology in Intelligence Authorization Act
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Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
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| July 16, 2019
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Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years and 2020
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Rep. Chuy Garcia
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| July 15, 2019
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Letter to Dr. James Reilly, Director of the U.S. Geological Survey - Feinstein, Hirono Lead Letter Warning of Scientific Data Suppression within USGS
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 12, 2019
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Schakowsky Statement on FTC Fine of Facebook
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| July 10, 2019
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Sens. Coons and Cotton, Reps. Stivers and Foster introduce bipartisan, bicameral bill to protect US patent holders, inventors
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Rep. Bill Foster, ...
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| July 2, 2019
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Underwood Works to Combat Robocalls
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| July 2, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Department of Health and Human Services - Democrats Urge HHS Secretary to End Restrictions on Using Fetal Tissue for Scientific Research
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Rep. Bill Foster, ...
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| June 28, 2019
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Foster Space R&D Amendments Pass House
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Rep. Bill Foster
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