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March 15, 2020 Tweet - "Illinois continues to report new cases of coronavirus, but our state is still unable to receive the adequate test kit supplies we requested. Our real numbers of coronavirus are likely much higher than reported." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "Given the President's emergency declaration, it is imperative that the Senate pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act by unanimous consent immediately. More on my thoughts below." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Durbin Calls For Senate To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act By Unanimous Consent Immediately Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "After hundreds of passengers were forced to wait in close quarters for hours in order to clear medical screenings at customs at @fly2ohare , @SenDuckworth & I demanded Trump Admin provide additional fed resources for O'Hare & 13 airports responsible for screening passengers." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Dept. of Customs and Border Protection, and the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Demand Additional Federal Resources At O'Hare From Trump Administration Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 14, 2020 Tweet - "In contact with @GovPritzker about arriving passenger delays at @fly2ohare of up to eight hours waiting for luggage, immigration, customs, & possible medical screening. Appears source of delays all federal and Admin was unprepared after Presidential ban on travel from Europe." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - House Congressional Tri-Caucus Calls on CDC to Expand Coronavirus Materials for Non-English Speakers Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
March 13, 2020 Maloney, Lynch, Connolly, Krishnamoorthi, Raskin, and Rouda issue joint statement on President Trump declaring national emergency Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 13, 2020 Letter to Dr. Steven Dillingham, Dir. of the United States Census Bureau - 100 Members of Congress, Led by Congressman David Trone, Seek Answers on Census Amid COVID-19 Outbreak Rep. Danny Davis, ...
March 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Sherrill Joins Colleagues in Urgent Letter to the President to Invoke Defense Production Act Authority and Increase Availability of Vital Medical Supplies Rep. Danny Davis, ...
March 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Reps. Pressley, Porter Call on CDC to Keep its Promise Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
March 13, 2020 Letter to Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Duckworth: Defense Department Should Begin Preparing National Guard and reserve Units to Assist in the Covid-19 Outbreak Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 13, 2020 Duckworth Statement on President Trump's Covid-19 National Emergency Declaration Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 13, 2020 Tweet - "There are not nearly enough coronavirus test kit supplies for the need in Illinois each day -- not nearly enough to track, target, or contain the spread. There has been a breakdown in the federal supply, but I will continue to push CDC to respond." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States - Casey, Colleagues Press Coronavirus Task Force on Situation in Nursing Homes and Preparedness for Seniors, People with Disabilities Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 12, 2020 Bucshon, Schakowsky Introduce the Ensuring Access to COVID-19 Preventive Care Act of 2020 and Ensuring Affordable COVID-19 Preventive Care Act of 2020 Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 12, 2020 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Address Medical Supply Vulnerability Due to Coronavirus Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 12, 2020 Durbin, Alexander, Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Address Medical Supply Vulnerability Due To Coronavirus Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 12, 2020 Tweet - ". @United has major hub in Chicago & serves countless Illinoisans a year. Met w/United CEO Munoz to discuss serious impact coronavirus is having on airline industry & those who work in it. Congress must act quickly to provide relief to working families during this difficult time." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "One year ago, the bipartisan Dream & Promise Act was introduced in the House & subsequently passed in June. Sadly, this bill is still sitting on Senator McConnell's desk. It's shameful that Senate Rs refuse to provide #DACA recipients with protection or certainty. #HomeIsHere" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "The lack of coronavirus test kits in the United States is extremely troubling. @SenDuckworth and I are asking @CDCgov to do everything within their power to ensure that Illinois has the supplies necessary to continue coronavirus testing efforts without delay." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Durbin, Duckworth Press CDC On Shortage Of Coronavirus Test Kit Supplies Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 12, 2020 Letter to Religious Institutions - Durbin Informs Illinois Religious Institutions Of Nonprofit Security Grant Funding Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "It's time for the President to declare a national state of emergency. We need all hands on deck. States like Illinois still don't have the coronavirus test kits they need. If we don't start taking this crisis more seriously, the situation is only going to get worse." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "In light of the coronavirus outbreak and its impact on our economy, @SenDuckworth and I sent a letter to the IRS urging them to extend the tax-filing deadline for individual taxpayers. At this time, government must do all it can to ease the burden on working families." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "The coronavirus outbreak has revealed vulnerabilities from our reliance on foreign-made medical supplies. When public health crises occur, the U.S. can be at risk of drug & health care equipment shortages." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "Of the $10 billion diverted from the @DeptofDefense for the President's border wall, only 6.7% of that money has actually been expended. The DoD's rationale for shifting this money for an ineffective project that does not need more money is simply not credible." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. Paul Simon always understood the value of fostering global awareness & partnerships, & I'm glad to see the @PSimonInstitute honor his legacy. Pleasure to meet with Director John Shaw this morning to receive a copy of the Institute's new book on American statesmanship." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Defense - Illinois Congressional Democrats: Border Wall Reprogramming Will Result In Shortfalls Of Illinois National Guard Equipment Rep. Sean Casten, ...
March 12, 2020 Letter to Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States - Shaheen, Hassan Press Coronavirus Task Force on Situation in Nursing Homes Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 11, 2020 Schakowsky Votes to Limit President's War Powers Against Iran Rep. Jan Schakowsky
March 11, 2020 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020 Passed by House Judiciary Committee Rep. Brad Schneider
March 11, 2020 Congressman García's Statement on Access to Tests and Medical Treatment For All Regarding of Immigration Status Rep. Chuy Garcia
March 11, 2020 Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Final Passage of a War Powers Resolution Limiting the President's Military Action Against Iran Rep. Chuy Garcia
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "As the coronavirus outbreak spreads & schools across the nation are forced to close, many students are left without the lunches & school services they rely on. @SenateDems & I are urging @usedgov to issue guidelines to schools & families addressing these concerns." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to see @GovPritzker provide unemployment benefits to workers impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. As we seek to address this public health crisis, we must ensure protections for working families. I'm proud to see Illinois is leading the way in these efforts." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "While some are focused on the challenges facing corporations and the wealthy during this public health crisis, @SenateDems are rightly focused on helping working families." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Today I asked @SecAFOfficial for an update on the @usairforce 's efforts to learn more about detectable PFAS levels at @ScottAFB . In order to protect public health, it's crucial for the community around the base to remain informed about the potential contamination of their water." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Senate Democrats Call for Coronavirus Economic Response Focused on Helping Workers and Families Most Harmed Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 11, 2020 Letter to President Donald J. Trump - Call for President Trump to Invoke Stafford Act and Consider Disaster Declarations to Utilize FEMA's $40+ Billion in Disaster Relief Funds to Aid State & Local Gov't Response to Growing Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "As we work to address the continued spread of coronavirus, we must not forget the working families across the United States who cannot afford to lose paychecks from unpaid sick days & self-quarantine. Joining @PattyMurray in urging @USDOL to do its job & advocate for workers." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Durbin Discusses Detection Of PFAS Near Scott Air Force Base With Secretary Of The Air Force Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Violent white supremacy is a significant & growing threat in the US. Congress cannot afford to ignore this deadly menace in our own backyard. Glad to see the House Judiciary Committee pass our Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act out of Committee today on a bipartisan basis." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Citizenship for Children of Military Members and Civil Servants Act Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke with @CDCgov this morning about the impending shortage of coronavirus test kit supplies in Illinois. Getting people tested is central to bringing this situation under control. So, the sooner we get straight answers and good information, the better off we'll be." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Durbin, Senate Dem Leaders Announce New Targeted Economic & Community Relief Proposal To Help States With Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Durbin Presses CDC On Need For Additional Coronavirus Test Kit Supplies Sen. Dick Durbin
March 10, 2020 Senators Introduce Resolution to Celebrate 30 Years of Baltic Independence Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Ways and Means Leaders Seek Additional Information from HHS Regarding Whistleblower Allegation Rep. Danny Davis, ...
March 10, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin Statement on Illinois State of Emergency Declaration in Response to Coronavirus Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Date Title Politician
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "Illinois continues to report new cases of coronavirus, but our state is still unable to receive the adequate test kit supplies we requested. Our real numbers of coronavirus are likely much higher than reported." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "Given the President's emergency declaration, it is imperative that the Senate pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act by unanimous consent immediately. More on my thoughts below." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Durbin Calls For Senate To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act By Unanimous Consent Immediately Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Tweet - "After hundreds of passengers were forced to wait in close quarters for hours in order to clear medical screenings at customs at @fly2ohare , @SenDuckworth & I demanded Trump Admin provide additional fed resources for O'Hare & 13 airports responsible for screening passengers." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Dept. of Customs and Border Protection, and the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Demand Additional Federal Resources At O'Hare From Trump Administration Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 14, 2020 Tweet - "In contact with @GovPritzker about arriving passenger delays at @fly2ohare of up to eight hours waiting for luggage, immigration, customs, & possible medical screening. Appears source of delays all federal and Admin was unprepared after Presidential ban on travel from Europe." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - House Congressional Tri-Caucus Calls on CDC to Expand Coronavirus Materials for Non-English Speakers Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
March 13, 2020 Maloney, Lynch, Connolly, Krishnamoorthi, Raskin, and Rouda issue joint statement on President Trump declaring national emergency Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 13, 2020 Letter to Dr. Steven Dillingham, Dir. of the United States Census Bureau - 100 Members of Congress, Led by Congressman David Trone, Seek Answers on Census Amid COVID-19 Outbreak Rep.Danny Davis, ...
March 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Sherrill Joins Colleagues in Urgent Letter to the President to Invoke Defense Production Act Authority and Increase Availability of Vital Medical Supplies Rep.Danny Davis, ...
March 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Reps. Pressley, Porter Call on CDC to Keep its Promise Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
March 13, 2020 Letter to Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Duckworth: Defense Department Should Begin Preparing National Guard and reserve Units to Assist in the Covid-19 Outbreak Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 13, 2020 Duckworth Statement on President Trump's Covid-19 National Emergency Declaration Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 13, 2020 Tweet - "There are not nearly enough coronavirus test kit supplies for the need in Illinois each day -- not nearly enough to track, target, or contain the spread. There has been a breakdown in the federal supply, but I will continue to push CDC to respond." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States - Casey, Colleagues Press Coronavirus Task Force on Situation in Nursing Homes and Preparedness for Seniors, People with Disabilities Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 12, 2020 Bucshon, Schakowsky Introduce the Ensuring Access to COVID-19 Preventive Care Act of 2020 and Ensuring Affordable COVID-19 Preventive Care Act of 2020 Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 12, 2020 U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Address Medical Supply Vulnerability Due to Coronavirus Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 12, 2020 Durbin, Alexander, Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Address Medical Supply Vulnerability Due To Coronavirus Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 12, 2020 Tweet - ". @United has major hub in Chicago & serves countless Illinoisans a year. Met w/United CEO Munoz to discuss serious impact coronavirus is having on airline industry & those who work in it. Congress must act quickly to provide relief to working families during this difficult time." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "One year ago, the bipartisan Dream & Promise Act was introduced in the House & subsequently passed in June. Sadly, this bill is still sitting on Senator McConnell's desk. It's shameful that Senate Rs refuse to provide #DACA recipients with protection or certainty. #HomeIsHere" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "The lack of coronavirus test kits in the United States is extremely troubling. @SenDuckworth and I are asking @CDCgov to do everything within their power to ensure that Illinois has the supplies necessary to continue coronavirus testing efforts without delay." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Durbin, Duckworth Press CDC On Shortage Of Coronavirus Test Kit Supplies Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 12, 2020 Letter to Religious Institutions - Durbin Informs Illinois Religious Institutions Of Nonprofit Security Grant Funding Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "It's time for the President to declare a national state of emergency. We need all hands on deck. States like Illinois still don't have the coronavirus test kits they need. If we don't start taking this crisis more seriously, the situation is only going to get worse." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "In light of the coronavirus outbreak and its impact on our economy, @SenDuckworth and I sent a letter to the IRS urging them to extend the tax-filing deadline for individual taxpayers. At this time, government must do all it can to ease the burden on working families." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "The coronavirus outbreak has revealed vulnerabilities from our reliance on foreign-made medical supplies. When public health crises occur, the U.S. can be at risk of drug & health care equipment shortages." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "Of the $10 billion diverted from the @DeptofDefense for the President's border wall, only 6.7% of that money has actually been expended. The DoD's rationale for shifting this money for an ineffective project that does not need more money is simply not credible." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. Paul Simon always understood the value of fostering global awareness & partnerships, & I'm glad to see the @PSimonInstitute honor his legacy. Pleasure to meet with Director John Shaw this morning to receive a copy of the Institute's new book on American statesmanship." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Defense - Illinois Congressional Democrats: Border Wall Reprogramming Will Result In Shortfalls Of Illinois National Guard Equipment Rep.Sean Casten, ...
March 12, 2020 Letter to Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States - Shaheen, Hassan Press Coronavirus Task Force on Situation in Nursing Homes Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 11, 2020 Schakowsky Votes to Limit President's War Powers Against Iran Rep.Jan Schakowsky
March 11, 2020 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020 Passed by House Judiciary Committee Rep.Brad Schneider
March 11, 2020 Congressman García's Statement on Access to Tests and Medical Treatment For All Regarding of Immigration Status Rep.Chuy Garcia
March 11, 2020 Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Final Passage of a War Powers Resolution Limiting the President's Military Action Against Iran Rep.Chuy Garcia
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "As the coronavirus outbreak spreads & schools across the nation are forced to close, many students are left without the lunches & school services they rely on. @SenateDems & I are urging @usedgov to issue guidelines to schools & families addressing these concerns." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to see @GovPritzker provide unemployment benefits to workers impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. As we seek to address this public health crisis, we must ensure protections for working families. I'm proud to see Illinois is leading the way in these efforts." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "While some are focused on the challenges facing corporations and the wealthy during this public health crisis, @SenateDems are rightly focused on helping working families." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Today I asked @SecAFOfficial for an update on the @usairforce 's efforts to learn more about detectable PFAS levels at @ScottAFB . In order to protect public health, it's crucial for the community around the base to remain informed about the potential contamination of their water." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Senate Democrats Call for Coronavirus Economic Response Focused on Helping Workers and Families Most Harmed Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 11, 2020 Letter to President Donald J. Trump - Call for President Trump to Invoke Stafford Act and Consider Disaster Declarations to Utilize FEMA's $40+ Billion in Disaster Relief Funds to Aid State & Local Gov't Response to Growing Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "As we work to address the continued spread of coronavirus, we must not forget the working families across the United States who cannot afford to lose paychecks from unpaid sick days & self-quarantine. Joining @PattyMurray in urging @USDOL to do its job & advocate for workers." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Durbin Discusses Detection Of PFAS Near Scott Air Force Base With Secretary Of The Air Force Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Violent white supremacy is a significant & growing threat in the US. Congress cannot afford to ignore this deadly menace in our own backyard. Glad to see the House Judiciary Committee pass our Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act out of Committee today on a bipartisan basis." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Citizenship for Children of Military Members and Civil Servants Act Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 11, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke with @CDCgov this morning about the impending shortage of coronavirus test kit supplies in Illinois. Getting people tested is central to bringing this situation under control. So, the sooner we get straight answers and good information, the better off we'll be." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Durbin, Senate Dem Leaders Announce New Targeted Economic & Community Relief Proposal To Help States With Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2020 Durbin Presses CDC On Need For Additional Coronavirus Test Kit Supplies Sen.Dick Durbin
March 10, 2020 Senators Introduce Resolution to Celebrate 30 Years of Baltic Independence Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Ways and Means Leaders Seek Additional Information from HHS Regarding Whistleblower Allegation Rep.Danny Davis, ...
March 10, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin Statement on Illinois State of Emergency Declaration in Response to Coronavirus Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
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