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Dec. 13, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Brown, Colleagues Urge President Biden to Prioritize Great Lakes Projects In Infrastructure Funding Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 13, 2021 KHANNA, GRIJALVA, QUIGLEY ANNOUNCE LEGISLATION TO REPEAL FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDY FOR ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Dec. 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President - Prioritize Great Lakes Projects in Infrastructure Funding Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 9, 2021 Durbin Meets With Navajo Nation On America's Red Rock Wilderness Act, Protecting Land In Utah Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2021 Casten Applauds Biden's Executive Order to Further Net Zero Emissions Goals Rep. Sean Casten
Dec. 8, 2021 SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON MEETING WITH EPA ADMINISTRATOR MICHAEL REGAN TO DISCUSS IMPACTS OF ETHYLENE OXIDE Rep. Brad Schneider
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "The evidence is abundantly clear: failure to adequately address climate change will result in catastrophe, for the United States and the entire world. We must take immediate, bold action if we want to leave our children and grandchildren with a livable planet." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 8, 2021 Senator Baldwin and Midwestern Democrats Issue Statement on New Biofuels Rulemaking Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Had the chance to meet with members of the Navajo Nation today to discuss my America's Red Rock Wilderness Act. I stand firmly beside dedicated leaders of the Navajo Nation & @SouthernUTWild to preserve the natural beauty & resources of the area for generations to come." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 7, 2021 Klobuchar, Duckworth, Stabenow, Durbin, Smith, Baldwin Statement on New Biofuels Rulemaking Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 7, 2021 Schakowsky, Barragán Reintroduce the Future Generations Protection Act to End Fossil Fuel Expansion and Combat Climate Change Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Dec. 2, 2021 Tweet - "Holding Big Polluters accountable for their environmental degradation is long overdue. We cannot weaken #BuildBackBetter's climate provisions based off their empty threats." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2021 Tweet - "With #BuildBackBetter, we have a unique opportunity to take bold action to address the climate crisis. We cannot afford to miss it. The lives of our children and grandchildren hang in the balance." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Climate action cannot wait. #BuildBackBetter means taking bold steps to address the climate crisis and prepare the United States for a clean energy future. This is how we meet the challenges of the 21st century and build a livable planet for our children and grandchildren." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 1, 2021 Casten Flies from Chicago to Washington, DC on the First Passenger Flight Using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in History Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 30, 2021 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Calls On Senate To Safeguard Solar Sector Manufacturing Provisions He Helped Lead In Build Back Better Act Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 30, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden Jr., President of the United States - Durbin, Duckworth Urge Biden To Designate Cahokia Mounds As Unit Of National Park System Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 30, 2021 Letter to Hon. Deanne Criswell, Administrator to the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Durbin, Duckworth, LaHood, Bost, Bustos, Davis Urge FEMA To Review Levee Reimbursement Methodology Across Regions Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 19, 2021 Casten Statement on Passage of Historic Investment to Combat Climate Crisis, Strengthen Our Economy, and Lower Costs for Illinois Families Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 18, 2021 Tweet - "I'm live with @ELPCenter , discussing my America's Clean Future Fund Act, the climate change provisions contained within the Build Back Better framework, and more." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2021 Senators Collins, Durbin Introduce Clean Cooking Bill to Improve Global Environment, Public Health Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 LaHood, Dingell, Joyce, Tonko Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Fish and Wildlife Restoration in the Great Lakes Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Casten Applauds Senate Confirmation of 5th FERC Commissioner and Urges Commission to Immediately Leverage its 3-2 Majority to Combat Climate Crisis Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Had the chance to meet with @LouisianaGov this afternoon to discuss disaster recovery funding. I told him I will continue doing everything I can to make sure the federal government is helping Louisiana as they continue to recover from hurricanes Laura and Ida." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2021 Casten, Neguse Push for Proper Assessment of How Federal Legislation Would Impact National Carbon Emissions Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 9, 2021 Tweet - "#COP26 was an opportunity for the United States and the world to come together around a shared goal: taking bold steps to address the climate crisis. I attended because I want to do everything I can to help build a sustainable and livable world for my children and grandchildren." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2021 Casten Joins Congressional Delegation to United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 8, 2021 Tweet - "The question for everyone in a position of power is what are you doing about climate change today? That's what #COP26 is about: gathering as a world to address this existential threat. We need to get this right so we can pass on a livable planet for future generations to enjoy." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Rising temperatures in the Great Lakes are a threat to the water quality, health, infrastructure, agriculture, and tourism of the entire region. We must take aggressive action to counter the climate crisis before it's too late." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael S. Regan, Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency - Padilla, Feinstein Urge EPA for More Stringent Greenhouse Gas Emission Vehicle Standards Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 4, 2021 Tweet - "With President Biden's Build Back better package, we can transform an environmental crisis into an economic catalyst. The sooner we act on climate, the sooner we can dominate the market for sustainable innovation." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 4, 2021 House Energy and Commerce Committee Racial Equity Working Group Unveils Priority Legislation to Address Racial Inequities Rep. Robin Kelly
Nov. 2, 2021 Tweet - "Pleased to see @POTUS recommit our nation to slowing the effects of climate change on a global stage with his announcement that @EPA is cracking down on methane & greenhouse gas emissions. This move will bring us one step closer to a healthier planet." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2021 Casten Statement on EPA Proposed Rule to Cut Methane Emissions Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 1, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States, the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security of the United States Department of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Ur Jaddou, Director of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services- As International Climate Summit Begins, Senator Markey and Rep. Velázquez Urge Biden Administration to Provide Protections for Climate-Displaced Persons Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 29, 2021 Hearing of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform - Opening Statement of Rep. Mike Quigley, Hearing on Environmental Impact and National Security Threat Rep. Mike Quigley
Oct. 28, 2021 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Catches Chevron CEO Making Egregious False Claims About Company's Compensation Incentives For Reducing Its Carbon Emissions Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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. Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 21, 2021 Tweet - "Rising temperatures and extreme weather are impacting every aspect of life on earth, including exacerbating security threats to the U.S. We must take immediate action to mitigate climate change." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Climate change is the single gravest threat to our economy today, not to mention our children and grandchildren's future. We cannot afford to kick this can down the road any longer. Climate action must happen today. Tomorrow is too late." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 14, 2021 Tweet - "Honored to receive the Conservation Leadership Award from @Openlands today and reaffirm our commitment to protecting our land, air, and water for future generations." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 14, 2021 Tweet - "I was in Urbana today as the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District unveiled their new solar-powered hydrogen bus fueling station. Their new fleet will be better for the environment, and provide cleaner air for the folks living in Champaign-Urbana." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 13, 2021 Quigley Statement on Appointment of Debra Shore to Region 5 EPA Regional Administrator Rep. Mike Quigley
Oct. 8, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; and Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Congressmen Alan Lowenthal, Mike Levin Lead Letter to House Leadership Urging Retention of Offshore Drilling Provisions in Build Back Better Act Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 8, 2021 Quigley Re-introduces the Reducing Waste in National Parks Act Rep. Mike Quigley
Sept. 30, 2021 Schneider Applauds EPA Engagement With Lake County on EtO Rep. Brad Schneider
Sept. 30, 2021 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Joins Colleagues In Introducing Legislation To Create Domestic Solar Manufacturing Jobs Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 27, 2021 Tweet - "This is not the first time US Steel has spilled waste into Lake Michigan. These incidents are unacceptable and doing great damage to this precious resource. Illinoisans who enjoy everything the Lake has to offer deserve better from US Steel." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States; and Hon. Gina McCarthy, National Climate Advisor - Urge Biden Administration to Reject Reduction in Biofuel Blending Requirements Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 24, 2021 Casten's Clean Energy Amendment Passes as Part of House NDAA Rep. Sean Casten
Date Title Politician
Dec. 13, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Brown, Colleagues Urge President Biden to Prioritize Great Lakes Projects In Infrastructure Funding Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 13, 2021 KHANNA, GRIJALVA, QUIGLEY ANNOUNCE LEGISLATION TO REPEAL FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDY FOR ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Dec. 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President - Prioritize Great Lakes Projects in Infrastructure Funding Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 9, 2021 Durbin Meets With Navajo Nation On America's Red Rock Wilderness Act, Protecting Land In Utah Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2021 Casten Applauds Biden's Executive Order to Further Net Zero Emissions Goals Rep.Sean Casten
Dec. 8, 2021 SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON MEETING WITH EPA ADMINISTRATOR MICHAEL REGAN TO DISCUSS IMPACTS OF ETHYLENE OXIDE Rep.Brad Schneider
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "The evidence is abundantly clear: failure to adequately address climate change will result in catastrophe, for the United States and the entire world. We must take immediate, bold action if we want to leave our children and grandchildren with a livable planet." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 8, 2021 Senator Baldwin and Midwestern Democrats Issue Statement on New Biofuels Rulemaking Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Had the chance to meet with members of the Navajo Nation today to discuss my America's Red Rock Wilderness Act. I stand firmly beside dedicated leaders of the Navajo Nation & @SouthernUTWild to preserve the natural beauty & resources of the area for generations to come." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 7, 2021 Klobuchar, Duckworth, Stabenow, Durbin, Smith, Baldwin Statement on New Biofuels Rulemaking Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 7, 2021 Schakowsky, Barragán Reintroduce the Future Generations Protection Act to End Fossil Fuel Expansion and Combat Climate Change Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Dec. 2, 2021 Tweet - "Holding Big Polluters accountable for their environmental degradation is long overdue. We cannot weaken #BuildBackBetter's climate provisions based off their empty threats." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2021 Tweet - "With #BuildBackBetter, we have a unique opportunity to take bold action to address the climate crisis. We cannot afford to miss it. The lives of our children and grandchildren hang in the balance." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Climate action cannot wait. #BuildBackBetter means taking bold steps to address the climate crisis and prepare the United States for a clean energy future. This is how we meet the challenges of the 21st century and build a livable planet for our children and grandchildren." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 1, 2021 Casten Flies from Chicago to Washington, DC on the First Passenger Flight Using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in History Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 30, 2021 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Calls On Senate To Safeguard Solar Sector Manufacturing Provisions He Helped Lead In Build Back Better Act Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 30, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden Jr., President of the United States - Durbin, Duckworth Urge Biden To Designate Cahokia Mounds As Unit Of National Park System Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 30, 2021 Letter to Hon. Deanne Criswell, Administrator to the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Durbin, Duckworth, LaHood, Bost, Bustos, Davis Urge FEMA To Review Levee Reimbursement Methodology Across Regions Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 19, 2021 Casten Statement on Passage of Historic Investment to Combat Climate Crisis, Strengthen Our Economy, and Lower Costs for Illinois Families Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 18, 2021 Tweet - "I'm live with @ELPCenter , discussing my America's Clean Future Fund Act, the climate change provisions contained within the Build Back Better framework, and more." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2021 Senators Collins, Durbin Introduce Clean Cooking Bill to Improve Global Environment, Public Health Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 LaHood, Dingell, Joyce, Tonko Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Fish and Wildlife Restoration in the Great Lakes Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Casten Applauds Senate Confirmation of 5th FERC Commissioner and Urges Commission to Immediately Leverage its 3-2 Majority to Combat Climate Crisis Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Had the chance to meet with @LouisianaGov this afternoon to discuss disaster recovery funding. I told him I will continue doing everything I can to make sure the federal government is helping Louisiana as they continue to recover from hurricanes Laura and Ida." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2021 Casten, Neguse Push for Proper Assessment of How Federal Legislation Would Impact National Carbon Emissions Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 9, 2021 Tweet - "#COP26 was an opportunity for the United States and the world to come together around a shared goal: taking bold steps to address the climate crisis. I attended because I want to do everything I can to help build a sustainable and livable world for my children and grandchildren." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2021 Casten Joins Congressional Delegation to United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 8, 2021 Tweet - "The question for everyone in a position of power is what are you doing about climate change today? That's what #COP26 is about: gathering as a world to address this existential threat. We need to get this right so we can pass on a livable planet for future generations to enjoy." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Rising temperatures in the Great Lakes are a threat to the water quality, health, infrastructure, agriculture, and tourism of the entire region. We must take aggressive action to counter the climate crisis before it's too late." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael S. Regan, Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency - Padilla, Feinstein Urge EPA for More Stringent Greenhouse Gas Emission Vehicle Standards Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 4, 2021 Tweet - "With President Biden's Build Back better package, we can transform an environmental crisis into an economic catalyst. The sooner we act on climate, the sooner we can dominate the market for sustainable innovation." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 4, 2021 House Energy and Commerce Committee Racial Equity Working Group Unveils Priority Legislation to Address Racial Inequities Rep.Robin Kelly
Nov. 2, 2021 Tweet - "Pleased to see @POTUS recommit our nation to slowing the effects of climate change on a global stage with his announcement that @EPA is cracking down on methane & greenhouse gas emissions. This move will bring us one step closer to a healthier planet." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2021 Casten Statement on EPA Proposed Rule to Cut Methane Emissions Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 1, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States, the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security of the United States Department of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Ur Jaddou, Director of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services- As International Climate Summit Begins, Senator Markey and Rep. Velázquez Urge Biden Administration to Provide Protections for Climate-Displaced Persons Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 29, 2021 Hearing of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform - Opening Statement of Rep. Mike Quigley, Hearing on Environmental Impact and National Security Threat Rep.Mike Quigley
Oct. 28, 2021 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Catches Chevron CEO Making Egregious False Claims About Company's Compensation Incentives For Reducing Its Carbon Emissions Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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.Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 21, 2021 Tweet - "Rising temperatures and extreme weather are impacting every aspect of life on earth, including exacerbating security threats to the U.S. We must take immediate action to mitigate climate change." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Climate change is the single gravest threat to our economy today, not to mention our children and grandchildren's future. We cannot afford to kick this can down the road any longer. Climate action must happen today. Tomorrow is too late." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 14, 2021 Tweet - "Honored to receive the Conservation Leadership Award from @Openlands today and reaffirm our commitment to protecting our land, air, and water for future generations." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 14, 2021 Tweet - "I was in Urbana today as the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District unveiled their new solar-powered hydrogen bus fueling station. Their new fleet will be better for the environment, and provide cleaner air for the folks living in Champaign-Urbana." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 13, 2021 Quigley Statement on Appointment of Debra Shore to Region 5 EPA Regional Administrator Rep.Mike Quigley
Oct. 8, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; and Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Congressmen Alan Lowenthal, Mike Levin Lead Letter to House Leadership Urging Retention of Offshore Drilling Provisions in Build Back Better Act Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 8, 2021 Quigley Re-introduces the Reducing Waste in National Parks Act Rep.Mike Quigley
Sept. 30, 2021 Schneider Applauds EPA Engagement With Lake County on EtO Rep.Brad Schneider
Sept. 30, 2021 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Joins Colleagues In Introducing Legislation To Create Domestic Solar Manufacturing Jobs Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 27, 2021 Tweet - "This is not the first time US Steel has spilled waste into Lake Michigan. These incidents are unacceptable and doing great damage to this precious resource. Illinoisans who enjoy everything the Lake has to offer deserve better from US Steel." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States; and Hon. Gina McCarthy, National Climate Advisor - Urge Biden Administration to Reject Reduction in Biofuel Blending Requirements Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 24, 2021 Casten's Clean Energy Amendment Passes as Part of House NDAA Rep.Sean Casten
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