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Feb. 14, 2020 Tweet - "In Puerto Rico today to visit the FEMA Joint Recovery Office. Met w/officials working on recovery following recent earthquakes & Hurricane Maria. Congress must support our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico in rebuilding resilient infrastructure that can withstand future disasters." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 14, 2020 Durbin, Senators Introduce Gun Safety Bill To Allow Preservation & Disclosure Of Federal Gun Data Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Received a briefing from the Army Corps in San Juan about the ongoing efforts to ensure Puerto Rico has the necessary assistance to recover and rebuild following the recent natural disasters." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Every day, we are reminded of the devastating toll of gun violence in our nation. On average, around 100 Americans die each day from gunfire. It is an epidemic of violence. Today marks the anniversaries of two horrific mass shootings." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 14, 2020 Underwood's Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Communities From Domestic Terrorism Passes the House Homeland Security Committee Rep. Lauren Underwood
Feb. 14, 2020 One Day After the House Passage of the Resolution to Remove Deadline, Underwood Holds Press Conference on the Important of the Equal Rights Amendment Rep. Lauren Underwood
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Service - Durbin, Duckworth Join Bipartisan Call For Federal Government To Reimburse States, Cities For Coronavirus Efforts Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Attorney General Barr said in his confirmation hearing that the AG must ensure that the enforcement of the law is "above and away from politics." He is failing. All 10 @SenateDems on the Judiciary Committee agree--it's time to investigate political interference at DOJ." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "It's time for the Constitution to unequivocally state that everyone is equal under the law, regardless of sex. Now that the House has done its job, the Senate must remove the deadline and pass the #ERA. #ERANow" Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 13, 2020 Duckworth Chairs Climate Crisis Committee Hearing on the National Security Risks of Climate Change Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 13, 2020 Removing Deadline for Ratification of Equal Rights Amendment Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Feb. 13, 2020 Victims of Gun Violence to Hold Gun Traffickers Liable Rep. Sean Casten
Feb. 13, 2020 Removing Deadline for Ratification of Equal Rights Amendment Rep. Lauren Underwood
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to Joseph Maguire, Acting Director of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence - Following Passage of their Provision to Establish a Center to Combat Foreign Influence Campaigns, Klobuchar, Reed Ask Director of National Intelligence for Progress Report on Establishment of the Center Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Newsweek - Robin Kelly and David Hogg Op-Ed - Trump and Republicans Are Failing to Protect Our Children Rep. Robin Kelly
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert O'Brien, Assistant to the President of National Security Affairs - Warren, Murray, Senate Colleagues Urge National Security Advisor to Appoint a Senior Global Health Security Expert as U.S. and Global Threat from Coronavirus Grows Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Casten Statement on Removing the Deadline for Ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment Rep. Sean Casten
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "I applaud @IDPH for taking this important step in halting the possible spread of coronavirus. We continue to take this threat very seriously and I'm grateful for the efforts of local medical personnel to keep Illinoisans safe." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Attorney General Barr must testify under oath in @SenJudiciary ASAP to explain the decision by @TheJusticeDept political appointees to overturn the sentence recommended by career prosecutors for Roger Stone just hours after President Trump criticized the prosecutors." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 U.S. Rep. Norman Leads Effort to Reestablish DHS Outreach to Educational Institutions Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Feb. 12, 2020 Casten Introduces Bill to Reduce Gun Trafficking Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Hosted the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police today for an important conversation about the best ways the federal government can support community safety and officer wellness back home." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Chicago had its deadliest February weekend in 18 years, a reminder that our nation's gun violence epidemic isn't going to go away on its own. Congress can save lives with common sense gun reform legislation, but Democrats can't do it alone. Republicans will have to join us." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Quigley Statement on Trump Interference in Stone Sentencing Rep. Mike Quigley
Feb. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I'm heartbroken by the loss of Detective Patricia Walsh. My prayers are with her family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 10, 2020 Tweet - ". @FEMA has granted IL an extension to conduct a Preliminary Damage Assessment of lakefront damage following January's severe storms. On Friday, I joined @chicagosmayor to discuss the situation while leading the Illinois Delegation in supporting @GovPritzker 's extension request." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Pete Gaynor, Acting Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Illinois Congressional Delegation Urges FEMA To Support State's Request For Extension Of Flood Damage Assessment In Cook And Lake Counties Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, federal health agencies briefed Senators on the ongoing response to the coronavirus outbreak in China. With 2 confirmed cases in IL, I'm grateful to the @CDCgov & local medical professionals who are keeping us updated as we learn more about the impact of the virus." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 6, 2020 Losing Loved One to Gun Violence is Wound That Never Heals Rep. Brad Schneider
Feb. 6, 2020 Schneider Releases Report Detailing NRA's Self-Dealing, Abuse of Tax-Exempt Status Rep. Brad Schneider
Feb. 5, 2020 Tweet - "I met with DOJ IG Michael Horowitz today to discuss the bipartisan Inspector General Access Act. The DOJ IG is the only IG office in the U.S. gov't that has no authority to investigate professional misconduct by agency lawyers. It's past time we end this jurisdictional loophole." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 5, 2020 Durbin Briefed On U.S. Response To Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 5, 2020 National Gun Violence Survivors Week Rep. Mike Quigley
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "It is entirely unacceptable that the gun death rate in the United States is 11 times that of other high-income countries. We must be better than that. Common sense gun reform legislation will save American lives. #MomentsThatSurvive" Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Increased safety measures are an urgent issue for synagogues & other religious institutions & houses of worship. We must stand up to anti-Semitism & hate-fueled violence. I will continue to work to fund nonprofit security grants & pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "State and local law enforcement are on the front lines combatting the opioid epidemic. It's imperative they have the resources they need to keep our communities safe." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 4, 2020 Commonsense Gun Reform Needed Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 4, 2020 Durbin Meets With Illinois State Police And Illinois Drug Enforcement Officers Association Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 3, 2020 Letter to the Honorable Dr. Robert R. Redfield, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Lawmakers from States with Confirmed Novel Coronavirus Cases Urge CDC to Distribute Rapid Diagnostic Tests to State and Local Health Officials, Prioritize States with Confirmed Cases Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Feb. 3, 2020 Tweet - "During #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate the countless, indispensable contributions of African Americans to every aspect of American history and culture. We also reflect on our shared future, recommitting ourselves to ensuring equal opportunity & justice for every American." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 2, 2020 Tweet - "I am deeply troubled by the latest DOD report finding female Cadets & Midshipmen have a 1 in 4 chance of being sexually assaulted. DOD must act quickly to change the academies' culture & inform Congress of its prevention funding needs." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just days after the third anniversary of the original Muslim travel ban, President Trump has doubled down on this un-American action by instituting a travel ban that will hurt innocent people seeking reunion with their families and refuge from life-threatening situations." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks the beginning of #NationalGunViolenceSurvivorsWeek. 58% of American adults or someone they care for have experienced gun violence in their lifetime. That's unacceptable--we must end the gun violence epidemic that is plaguing our nation. #MomentsThatSurvive" Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 31, 2020 Chairman Deutch Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Iranian Persecution of Baha'is Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Jan. 30, 2020 Sen. Warren, Rep. Johnson Unveil Comprehensive Legislation to Help End Epidemic of Gun Violence in America Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Jan. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Always a pleasure to speak with IL AG @KwameRaoul . In our meeting, we discussed the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment, how we can better protect the Lake Michigan shoreline, & what we can do to address childhood trauma and prevent community violence." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 30, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenDuckworth & I are closely monitoring 2nd confirmed case of coronavirus in IL. As with first case, we are thankful to local medical personnel for quickly identifying & providing immediate care. We will continue to stay in close contact w/ CDC & local health personnel." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 30, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Confirmation Of Second Case Of Coronavirus In Illinois Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 30, 2020 Casten Statement on Votes to Ensure Proper Congressional Oversight for National Security Rep. Sean Casten
Jan. 29, 2020 Three Years After Trump's Travel Ban, Duckworth and Durbin Join Colleagues to Call for a National Commitment to Refugee Resettlement Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Date Title Politician
Feb. 14, 2020 Tweet - "In Puerto Rico today to visit the FEMA Joint Recovery Office. Met w/officials working on recovery following recent earthquakes & Hurricane Maria. Congress must support our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico in rebuilding resilient infrastructure that can withstand future disasters." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 14, 2020 Durbin, Senators Introduce Gun Safety Bill To Allow Preservation & Disclosure Of Federal Gun Data Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Received a briefing from the Army Corps in San Juan about the ongoing efforts to ensure Puerto Rico has the necessary assistance to recover and rebuild following the recent natural disasters." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Every day, we are reminded of the devastating toll of gun violence in our nation. On average, around 100 Americans die each day from gunfire. It is an epidemic of violence. Today marks the anniversaries of two horrific mass shootings." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 14, 2020 Underwood's Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Communities From Domestic Terrorism Passes the House Homeland Security Committee Rep.Lauren Underwood
Feb. 14, 2020 One Day After the House Passage of the Resolution to Remove Deadline, Underwood Holds Press Conference on the Important of the Equal Rights Amendment Rep.Lauren Underwood
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Service - Durbin, Duckworth Join Bipartisan Call For Federal Government To Reimburse States, Cities For Coronavirus Efforts Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Attorney General Barr said in his confirmation hearing that the AG must ensure that the enforcement of the law is "above and away from politics." He is failing. All 10 @SenateDems on the Judiciary Committee agree--it's time to investigate political interference at DOJ." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "It's time for the Constitution to unequivocally state that everyone is equal under the law, regardless of sex. Now that the House has done its job, the Senate must remove the deadline and pass the #ERA. #ERANow" Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 13, 2020 Duckworth Chairs Climate Crisis Committee Hearing on the National Security Risks of Climate Change Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 13, 2020 Removing Deadline for Ratification of Equal Rights Amendment Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Feb. 13, 2020 Victims of Gun Violence to Hold Gun Traffickers Liable Rep.Sean Casten
Feb. 13, 2020 Removing Deadline for Ratification of Equal Rights Amendment Rep.Lauren Underwood
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to Joseph Maguire, Acting Director of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence - Following Passage of their Provision to Establish a Center to Combat Foreign Influence Campaigns, Klobuchar, Reed Ask Director of National Intelligence for Progress Report on Establishment of the Center Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Newsweek - Robin Kelly and David Hogg Op-Ed - Trump and Republicans Are Failing to Protect Our Children Rep.Robin Kelly
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert O'Brien, Assistant to the President of National Security Affairs - Warren, Murray, Senate Colleagues Urge National Security Advisor to Appoint a Senior Global Health Security Expert as U.S. and Global Threat from Coronavirus Grows Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Casten Statement on Removing the Deadline for Ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment Rep.Sean Casten
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "I applaud @IDPH for taking this important step in halting the possible spread of coronavirus. We continue to take this threat very seriously and I'm grateful for the efforts of local medical personnel to keep Illinoisans safe." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Attorney General Barr must testify under oath in @SenJudiciary ASAP to explain the decision by @TheJusticeDept political appointees to overturn the sentence recommended by career prosecutors for Roger Stone just hours after President Trump criticized the prosecutors." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 U.S. Rep. Norman Leads Effort to Reestablish DHS Outreach to Educational Institutions Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Feb. 12, 2020 Casten Introduces Bill to Reduce Gun Trafficking Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Hosted the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police today for an important conversation about the best ways the federal government can support community safety and officer wellness back home." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Chicago had its deadliest February weekend in 18 years, a reminder that our nation's gun violence epidemic isn't going to go away on its own. Congress can save lives with common sense gun reform legislation, but Democrats can't do it alone. Republicans will have to join us." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Quigley Statement on Trump Interference in Stone Sentencing Rep.Mike Quigley
Feb. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I'm heartbroken by the loss of Detective Patricia Walsh. My prayers are with her family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 10, 2020 Tweet - ". @FEMA has granted IL an extension to conduct a Preliminary Damage Assessment of lakefront damage following January's severe storms. On Friday, I joined @chicagosmayor to discuss the situation while leading the Illinois Delegation in supporting @GovPritzker 's extension request." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Pete Gaynor, Acting Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Illinois Congressional Delegation Urges FEMA To Support State's Request For Extension Of Flood Damage Assessment In Cook And Lake Counties Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, federal health agencies briefed Senators on the ongoing response to the coronavirus outbreak in China. With 2 confirmed cases in IL, I'm grateful to the @CDCgov & local medical professionals who are keeping us updated as we learn more about the impact of the virus." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 6, 2020 Losing Loved One to Gun Violence is Wound That Never Heals Rep.Brad Schneider
Feb. 6, 2020 Schneider Releases Report Detailing NRA's Self-Dealing, Abuse of Tax-Exempt Status Rep.Brad Schneider
Feb. 5, 2020 Tweet - "I met with DOJ IG Michael Horowitz today to discuss the bipartisan Inspector General Access Act. The DOJ IG is the only IG office in the U.S. gov't that has no authority to investigate professional misconduct by agency lawyers. It's past time we end this jurisdictional loophole." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 5, 2020 Durbin Briefed On U.S. Response To Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 5, 2020 National Gun Violence Survivors Week Rep.Mike Quigley
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "It is entirely unacceptable that the gun death rate in the United States is 11 times that of other high-income countries. We must be better than that. Common sense gun reform legislation will save American lives. #MomentsThatSurvive" Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Increased safety measures are an urgent issue for synagogues & other religious institutions & houses of worship. We must stand up to anti-Semitism & hate-fueled violence. I will continue to work to fund nonprofit security grants & pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "State and local law enforcement are on the front lines combatting the opioid epidemic. It's imperative they have the resources they need to keep our communities safe." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 4, 2020 Commonsense Gun Reform Needed Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 4, 2020 Durbin Meets With Illinois State Police And Illinois Drug Enforcement Officers Association Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 3, 2020 Letter to the Honorable Dr. Robert R. Redfield, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Lawmakers from States with Confirmed Novel Coronavirus Cases Urge CDC to Distribute Rapid Diagnostic Tests to State and Local Health Officials, Prioritize States with Confirmed Cases Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Feb. 3, 2020 Tweet - "During #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate the countless, indispensable contributions of African Americans to every aspect of American history and culture. We also reflect on our shared future, recommitting ourselves to ensuring equal opportunity & justice for every American." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 2, 2020 Tweet - "I am deeply troubled by the latest DOD report finding female Cadets & Midshipmen have a 1 in 4 chance of being sexually assaulted. DOD must act quickly to change the academies' culture & inform Congress of its prevention funding needs." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just days after the third anniversary of the original Muslim travel ban, President Trump has doubled down on this un-American action by instituting a travel ban that will hurt innocent people seeking reunion with their families and refuge from life-threatening situations." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Today marks the beginning of #NationalGunViolenceSurvivorsWeek. 58% of American adults or someone they care for have experienced gun violence in their lifetime. That's unacceptable--we must end the gun violence epidemic that is plaguing our nation. #MomentsThatSurvive" Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 31, 2020 Chairman Deutch Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Iranian Persecution of Baha'is Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Jan. 30, 2020 Sen. Warren, Rep. Johnson Unveil Comprehensive Legislation to Help End Epidemic of Gun Violence in America Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Jan. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Always a pleasure to speak with IL AG @KwameRaoul . In our meeting, we discussed the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment, how we can better protect the Lake Michigan shoreline, & what we can do to address childhood trauma and prevent community violence." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 30, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenDuckworth & I are closely monitoring 2nd confirmed case of coronavirus in IL. As with first case, we are thankful to local medical personnel for quickly identifying & providing immediate care. We will continue to stay in close contact w/ CDC & local health personnel." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 30, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Confirmation Of Second Case Of Coronavirus In Illinois Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 30, 2020 Casten Statement on Votes to Ensure Proper Congressional Oversight for National Security Rep.Sean Casten
Jan. 29, 2020 Three Years After Trump's Travel Ban, Duckworth and Durbin Join Colleagues to Call for a National Commitment to Refugee Resettlement Sen.Ladda Duckworth
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