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March 18, 2021
Underwood-Backed Violence Against Women Act Passes the House
Rep. Lauren Underwood
March 18, 2021
Letter to Honorable Christopher Wray, Director of The Federal Bureau of Investigation - Duckworth to Doj and Fbi: Take Immediate Steps to Prevent & Improve Investigations of Hate Crimes Against Asian Americans
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 18, 2021
Foster Votes to Pass Violence Against Women Act
Rep. Bill Foster
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "The Violence Against Women Act is a lifeline for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, but then-Majority Leader McConnell refused to call this critical bill for a vote last Congress. With @SenateDems in the majority, I look forward to renewing & strengthening #VAWA."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "My heart breaks for the victims of the horrific shootings in Atlanta last night. There is no place for this kind of hatred in America and we all need to step up and do our part to protect our Asian-American neighbors and friends."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2021
Providing Equal Protection for All
Rep. Sean Casten
March 17, 2021
Letter to Honorable Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Rubio, Coons Lead Senators in Urging Blinken to Protect Uyghurs and Other Minorities in Xinjiang
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "Could not be more proud to serve alongside @SenatorWarnock. I join him in his mission to protect voting rights and will do everything I can as Chair of @JudiciaryDems to ensure that every American has equal access to the ballot box. #TheVoteIsSacred"
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2021
Underwood's Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Child Abuse Protections Passes the House
Rep. Lauren Underwood
March 17, 2021
Duckworth Reaction to Atlanta Shooting Spree
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 17, 2021
Schakowsky Votes to Remove Barrier for Ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
March 17, 2021
Duckworth Reacts to Intelligence Community Report Revealing Russian Efforts to Undermine President Biden and Confidence in American Elections
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 17, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Close Dangerous Loophole to Protect Domestic Abuse Survivors
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 17, 2021
Feinstein, Durbin, Leahy, Klobuchar Statement on House Passage of VAWA Reauthorization Act
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2021
Letter to Honorable Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Coons, Rubio Lead Senators in Urging Blinken to Protect Uyghurs and Other Minorities in Xinjiang
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2021
Clarke Introduces Resolution to Address the Federal Government's Role in Redlining
Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
March 16, 2021
Commonsense Solutions to Gun Violence Crisis
Rep. Lauren Underwood
March 16, 2021
Letter to James A. Cunningham, Deputy Regional Administrator of the US Department of Housing and Urban Development - Duckworth, Durbin, Kelly Ask Hud to Examine Issues at Concordia Place Apartment Complex in Chicago
Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
March 16, 2021
Duckworth Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Designate Bronzeville Church that Held Emmett Till's Funeral as A National Historic Site
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 15, 2021
Nominations of Lisa Monaco and Vanita Gupta
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin Join Colleagues to Introduce Assault Weapons Ban
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 12, 2021
Letter to Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, Chair of the Biden-Harris COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force - Duckworth, Booker Request Guidance from Biden-Harris Health Equity Task Force on Addressing Disparities in Covid-19 Vaccination Rates
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 12, 2021
Reps. Smucker & Underwood Introduce Legislation to Improve Adoption Outcomes for Children Impacted by the Opioid Epidemic
Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
March 12, 2021
Underwood-Backed Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Gun Violence and Improve Gun Safety Passes the House
Rep. Lauren Underwood
March 11, 2021
Congressman García Votes for Lifesaving Gun Violence Prevention Legislation
Rep. Chuy Garcia
March 11, 2021
Duckworth, Senate Colleagues Re-Introduce Bill to Strengthen Police Accountability & Encourage Independent Investigations of Law Enforcement's Lethal Uses of Force
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 11, 2021
Foster Votes for Lifesaving, Commonsense Gun Violence Prevention Bills
Rep. Bill Foster
March 11, 2021
Schneider Votes for Lifesaving, Commonsense Gun Violence Prevention Bills
Rep. Brad Schneider
March 11, 2021
Schakowsky Votes for Lifesaving, Commonsense Gun Violence Prevention Bills
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
March 10, 2021
Quigley, Fitzpatrick, Swalwell, Diaz-Balart Reintroduce Bipartisan Gun Safety Legislation
Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
March 10, 2021
On Bipartisan Basis, Senate Confirms Nomination Of Merrick Garland To Be Attorney General
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 10, 2021
Tweet - "As the next Attorney General of the United States, Merrick Garland will be the people's lawyer. He is the leader we need to restore the honor, integrity, and independence of the Justice Department. #ConfirmGarland"
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 10, 2021
Immigration
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 10, 2021
Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021
Rep. Chuy Garcia
March 10, 2021
Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021
Rep. Robin Kelly
March 10, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Garland as Attorney General
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 10, 2021
Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021
Rep. Robin Kelly
March 9, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Importance of Strengthening Logistics Infrastructure in The Indo-Pacific Region with Admiral Davidson
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 9, 2021
The Right of the People to Keep and Bear Arms Shall Not Be Infringed
Rep. Mary Miller
March 9, 2021
Tweet - "Solitary confinement is just about as cruel a thing as you can do to a person and we do it to far too many Americans in our federal prison system. I plan on working with the Biden DOJ to reform our system of criminal justice and bring change to our federal prisons."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 9, 2021
Tweet - "The public must have reassurance that our Justice Department is ready to respond to the threats facing us and is dedicated to ensuring equal justice under law. Tune in to learn why I have no doubt that Lisa Monaco and Vanita Gupta are both up to the task."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 8, 2021
Maloney, Schakowsky Introduce Resolution Supporting CEDAW Ratification on International Women's Day
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 8, 2021
Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Facebook - Cárdenas and E&C Democrats Demand Accountability for Facebook's Advertising Practices in Light of Attack on the Capitol
Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
March 8, 2021
Congressmen Cohen and Armstrong and Senators Durbin and Grassley Introduce Bipartisan Prohibiting Punishment of Acquitted Conduct Act
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 7, 2021
Tweet - "Today marks the 56th anniversary of Bloody Sunday and our first since the passing of John Lewis. The men & women who marched that day in support of voting rights demonstrated remarkable courage. We must honor their legacy by finishing their fight for voting rights."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 7, 2021
Tweet - "We should be making it easier, not harder, for all eligible Americans to participate in our democracy. I commend the Biden-Harris Administration for taking this step. As Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I'm committed to protecting and expanding access to the ballot box."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 6, 2021
Tweet - "Tired, but still fighting off bad GOP amendments @ 10AM. Our criminal justice system is in many respects broken. Instead of working to repair it, Sen. Cassidy's amendment would result in further injustices. Kids shouldn't go hungry because they have a parent who is incarcerated."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "The Constitution guarantees due process and the right to a jury trial. But in practice, judges can increase sentences based on conduct for which a defendant has been acquitted by a jury. Our bipartisan, bicameral bill would end this unjust practice."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 5, 2021
Durbin Announced Inclusion Of His Provisions To Address Health Care Disparities & Workforce Shortages In American Rescue Plan
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 5, 2021
Underwood-Backed George Floyd Justice in Policing Act Passes the House
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Date
Title
Politician
March 18, 2021
Underwood-Backed Violence Against Women Act Passes the House
Rep.Lauren Underwood
March 18, 2021
Letter to Honorable Christopher Wray, Director of The Federal Bureau of Investigation - Duckworth to Doj and Fbi: Take Immediate Steps to Prevent & Improve Investigations of Hate Crimes Against Asian Americans
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 18, 2021
Foster Votes to Pass Violence Against Women Act
Rep.Bill Foster
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "The Violence Against Women Act is a lifeline for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, but then-Majority Leader McConnell refused to call this critical bill for a vote last Congress. With @SenateDems in the majority, I look forward to renewing & strengthening #VAWA."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "My heart breaks for the victims of the horrific shootings in Atlanta last night. There is no place for this kind of hatred in America and we all need to step up and do our part to protect our Asian-American neighbors and friends."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2021
Providing Equal Protection for All
Rep.Sean Casten
March 17, 2021
Letter to Honorable Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Rubio, Coons Lead Senators in Urging Blinken to Protect Uyghurs and Other Minorities in Xinjiang
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "Could not be more proud to serve alongside @SenatorWarnock. I join him in his mission to protect voting rights and will do everything I can as Chair of @JudiciaryDems to ensure that every American has equal access to the ballot box. #TheVoteIsSacred"
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2021
Underwood's Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Child Abuse Protections Passes the House
Rep.Lauren Underwood
March 17, 2021
Duckworth Reaction to Atlanta Shooting Spree
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 17, 2021
Schakowsky Votes to Remove Barrier for Ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
March 17, 2021
Duckworth Reacts to Intelligence Community Report Revealing Russian Efforts to Undermine President Biden and Confidence in American Elections
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 17, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Close Dangerous Loophole to Protect Domestic Abuse Survivors
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 17, 2021
Feinstein, Durbin, Leahy, Klobuchar Statement on House Passage of VAWA Reauthorization Act
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2021
Letter to Honorable Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Coons, Rubio Lead Senators in Urging Blinken to Protect Uyghurs and Other Minorities in Xinjiang
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2021
Clarke Introduces Resolution to Address the Federal Government's Role in Redlining
Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
March 16, 2021
Commonsense Solutions to Gun Violence Crisis
Rep.Lauren Underwood
March 16, 2021
Letter to James A. Cunningham, Deputy Regional Administrator of the US Department of Housing and Urban Development - Duckworth, Durbin, Kelly Ask Hud to Examine Issues at Concordia Place Apartment Complex in Chicago
Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
March 16, 2021
Duckworth Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Designate Bronzeville Church that Held Emmett Till's Funeral as A National Historic Site
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 15, 2021
Nominations of Lisa Monaco and Vanita Gupta
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin Join Colleagues to Introduce Assault Weapons Ban
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 12, 2021
Letter to Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, Chair of the Biden-Harris COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force - Duckworth, Booker Request Guidance from Biden-Harris Health Equity Task Force on Addressing Disparities in Covid-19 Vaccination Rates
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 12, 2021
Reps. Smucker & Underwood Introduce Legislation to Improve Adoption Outcomes for Children Impacted by the Opioid Epidemic
Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
March 12, 2021
Underwood-Backed Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Gun Violence and Improve Gun Safety Passes the House
Rep.Lauren Underwood
March 11, 2021
Congressman García Votes for Lifesaving Gun Violence Prevention Legislation
Rep.Chuy Garcia
March 11, 2021
Duckworth, Senate Colleagues Re-Introduce Bill to Strengthen Police Accountability & Encourage Independent Investigations of Law Enforcement's Lethal Uses of Force
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 11, 2021
Foster Votes for Lifesaving, Commonsense Gun Violence Prevention Bills
Rep.Bill Foster
March 11, 2021
Schneider Votes for Lifesaving, Commonsense Gun Violence Prevention Bills
Rep.Brad Schneider
March 11, 2021
Schakowsky Votes for Lifesaving, Commonsense Gun Violence Prevention Bills
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
March 10, 2021
Quigley, Fitzpatrick, Swalwell, Diaz-Balart Reintroduce Bipartisan Gun Safety Legislation
Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
March 10, 2021
On Bipartisan Basis, Senate Confirms Nomination Of Merrick Garland To Be Attorney General
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 10, 2021
Tweet - "As the next Attorney General of the United States, Merrick Garland will be the people's lawyer. He is the leader we need to restore the honor, integrity, and independence of the Justice Department. #ConfirmGarland"
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 10, 2021
Immigration
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 10, 2021
Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021
Rep.Chuy Garcia
March 10, 2021
Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021
Rep.Robin Kelly
March 10, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Garland as Attorney General
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 10, 2021
Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021
Rep.Robin Kelly
March 9, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Importance of Strengthening Logistics Infrastructure in The Indo-Pacific Region with Admiral Davidson
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 9, 2021
The Right of the People to Keep and Bear Arms Shall Not Be Infringed
Rep.Mary Miller
March 9, 2021
Tweet - "Solitary confinement is just about as cruel a thing as you can do to a person and we do it to far too many Americans in our federal prison system. I plan on working with the Biden DOJ to reform our system of criminal justice and bring change to our federal prisons."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 9, 2021
Tweet - "The public must have reassurance that our Justice Department is ready to respond to the threats facing us and is dedicated to ensuring equal justice under law. Tune in to learn why I have no doubt that Lisa Monaco and Vanita Gupta are both up to the task."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 8, 2021
Maloney, Schakowsky Introduce Resolution Supporting CEDAW Ratification on International Women's Day
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 8, 2021
Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Facebook - Cárdenas and E&C Democrats Demand Accountability for Facebook's Advertising Practices in Light of Attack on the Capitol
Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
March 8, 2021
Congressmen Cohen and Armstrong and Senators Durbin and Grassley Introduce Bipartisan Prohibiting Punishment of Acquitted Conduct Act
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 7, 2021
Tweet - "Today marks the 56th anniversary of Bloody Sunday and our first since the passing of John Lewis. The men & women who marched that day in support of voting rights demonstrated remarkable courage. We must honor their legacy by finishing their fight for voting rights."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 7, 2021
Tweet - "We should be making it easier, not harder, for all eligible Americans to participate in our democracy. I commend the Biden-Harris Administration for taking this step. As Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I'm committed to protecting and expanding access to the ballot box."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 6, 2021
Tweet - "Tired, but still fighting off bad GOP amendments @ 10AM. Our criminal justice system is in many respects broken. Instead of working to repair it, Sen. Cassidy's amendment would result in further injustices. Kids shouldn't go hungry because they have a parent who is incarcerated."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 5, 2021
Tweet - "The Constitution guarantees due process and the right to a jury trial. But in practice, judges can increase sentences based on conduct for which a defendant has been acquitted by a jury. Our bipartisan, bicameral bill would end this unjust practice."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 5, 2021
Durbin Announced Inclusion Of His Provisions To Address Health Care Disparities & Workforce Shortages In American Rescue Plan
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 5, 2021
Underwood-Backed George Floyd Justice in Policing Act Passes the House
Rep.Lauren Underwood
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