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July 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, United States Attorney General - Rep Lieu Leads 150 Member Letter Urging DOJ to Condemn COVID-Related Anti-Asian Discrimination Rep. Bill Foster, ...
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "ICE should abandon its deeply flawed plan to launch a "Chicago Citizens Academy' in the midst of a global pandemic. The Trump Admin's mass deportation agenda has created widespread fear in our immigrant communities that cannot be fixed by a tone-deaf public-relations effort." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Republicans have spent the last 3 months ignoring the spike in #COVID19 cases & deaths across the US. And now they're drafting a partisan bill behind closed doors that prioritizes special interests over working families. The American people deserve better." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Leahy, Durbin, Murray And Tester Call On President Trump To Increase PPE And Testing Capacity Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 20, 2020 Rep. Reed, Ways & Means Republicans Unveil New Vision for The Future of Telehealth Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has deeply impacted our economy & Illinoisans' ability to make ends meet. Spoke with @shrivercenter , @EconsecureIL , & @heartlandhelps today about advocating for additional economic impact payments & extending enhanced unemployment & SNAP benefits." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 17, 2020 Reps. Schneider, Underwood Address Federal Coronavirus Challenges Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "It was an honor to join @NFB_voice for the historic #NFB20 Convention -- the largest gathering of people who are blind ever. I am proud to be your partner in the mission to make technology that is accessible and affordable for people who are blind." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 17, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Jayapal Responds to Corrupt Takeover of COVID-19 Data Collection and Reporting Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
July 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pence, Vice President of the United States, and the Hon. Deborah Brix, Coronavirus Task Force Coordinator - Durbin, Duckworth, Senate Dems Press Trump Admin To Reverse Move Undermining COVID-19 Hospital Data Collection & Reporting Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Eshoo Leads 83 Democrats Demanding Answers On COVID-19 Data Reporting Change Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
July 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Join Colleagues To Introduce Legislation To Support Bias And Anti-Racism Training In COVID-19 Response Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump strategy on record breaking #COVID19 infections and fatalities in the U.S.: silence Dr. Fauci and conceal medical data from the CDC. A pitiful strategy to mislead the American people." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateDems are announcing a plan today to help communities of color respond to the pandemic & build lasting wealth. Our Economic Justice Act will direct untapped #COVID19 relief funding towards addressing systemic racism and historic underinvestment in communities of color." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Duckworth Meets with Residents, Local Leaders About Ongoing Environmental Justice Issues in Centreville Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 16, 2020 Letter to CEO of Whole Foods John Mackey, CEO of Wegmans Food Markets Colleen Wegman, CEO of Walmart Doug McMillon, Chairman and CEO of Trader Joe's Dan Bane, CEO of Sprouts Jack Sinclair, President and CEO of Smart & Final Stores Dave Hirz, Chairman & CEO of Schnuck Markets Todd Schnuck, CEO of Publix Super Markets Todd Jones, President and CEO of Meijer Rick Keyes, Chairman and CEO of the Kroger Company Rodney McMullen, President & CEO of Dierbergs Markets Greg Dierberg, CEO of Costco Craig Jelinek, CEO of Aldi Jason Hart, President and CEO of Albertsons Vivek Sankaran, and CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA Kevin Holt - Senators Sherrod Brown and Elizabeth Warren Call on Top 15 Grocery CEOs to Extend COVID-19 Hazard Pay for All Frontline Workers Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 16, 2020 Reps. Pressley, Garcia Introduce Lead Abatement for Families Act to Remove Lead Pipes from Public and Subsidized Housing Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
July 16, 2020 Introduction of the Lead Abatement for Families Act Rep. Chuy Garcia
July 16, 2020 Congressman García Applauds Water Resources Development Act of 2020 Passed by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Rep. Chuy Garcia
July 16, 2020 Cardin, Schumer, Senate Democrats Announce Historic Proposal For $350 Billion Investment In Communities Of Color Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 16, 2020 Representatives García and Pressley Introduce Lead Abatement for Families Act to Remove Lead Pipes from Public and Subsidized Housing Rep. Chuy Garcia
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke with IL reps of veterans service organizations yesterday about ensuring that our veterans have continued access to medical care, VA benefits, and other important resources during the #COVID19 crisis." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "Today in East Peoria I discussed the continued need to take COVID-19 seriously. Everyone needs to wear their mask and keep social distancing to help combat this pandemic and save lives #AllInIllinois" Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Durbin Discusses International Response To COVID-19 With Catholic Relief Services Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "The public health pandemic has emphasized the importance of US involvement in global affairs, especially the effort to develop a #COVID19 treatment. Great to speak with @CatholicRelief about their work here & abroad to offer communities health & educational assistance." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 In Homeland Security Hearing, Underwood Continues Fight to Deliver PPE for Illinois Health Care Providers and Frontline Workers Rep. Lauren Underwood
July 15, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 Response With Mayors Lightfoot And Rockingham Sen. Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 With Illinois Veteran Service Organization Leaders Sen. Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "Amazing work from the team at @LaRabida , collecting more than 100,000 diapers for families in need across Chicago, all while caring for their medically complex patients during COVID-19. Great to see the community come together to help one another. #RaisingPossibilities" Sen. Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Experts Tell Subcommittee that Transparency, Independent Scientific Review are Crucial to Safe, Effective Coronavirus Vaccine Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "When I spoke to @SecAzar last month, I pressed him to fix the grant process & provide more funding to rural & safety net hospitals on the front lines of COVID19. On Friday, @HHSgov announced it will award $4B in new funding to these hospitals, incl. more than $100M for Illinois." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rosen Leads Letter Requesting Support for Outdoor Tourism & Recreation Industry, Jobs in Next COVID Relief Package Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 15, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Congressman Krishnamoorthi Calls On Secretary Azar To Denounce Trump Administration Attacks On Dr. Fauci To Counter Chilling Effect On Public Health Officials Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "Disappointed, but not surprised that President Trump has decided to weaken the National Environmental Policy Act. This will silence the concerns of communities most affected by the power plants & pipelines the President is eager to build in their backyards." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Gillibrand Joins Bipartisan Call To Invest $5.6 Billion In COVID-19 Vaccine Development And Support Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 14, 2020 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Duckworth Writes to Wheeler About EPA's Delayed Publishing of Final EtO Rule in the Federal Register Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 14, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Davis, Emmer Lead Group of 41 Lawmakers in Urging Additional Federal Relief for Child Care Providers Nationwide Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
July 14, 2020 Casten Introduces the National Security Resiliency and Sustainability Act Rep. Sean Casten
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "This should be a call to action. As of May, 5.4 million Americans lost their health insurance as a result of this pandemic, right when they need it most. That's why I'm working in congress to help people keep their employer health plans--even if they lose their job--at no cost." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "The same "very stable genius" who suggested we inject Lysol is now asking us to choose between his medical expertise and that of Dr. Anthony Fauci? If "Dr. Trump" is our last line of medical defense, say your prayers, America." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 14, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 Impact With Illinois Corn Growers Association Sen. Dick Durbin
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to be back in my hometown of East St. Louis yesterday to discuss the #COVID19 pandemic response. I will keep pushing for additional federal assistance to assist in the economic recovery." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 13, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Van Hollen, Cardin, Democratic Senators Urge Significant, New Flexible Funding for State and Local Governments Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 10, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of COVID-19 On Local Communities With The Illinois Business Immigration Coalition Sen. Dick Durbin
July 10, 2020 Tweet - "Great to speak w/ @ILBizImmigrant about ensuring that #COVID19 relief programming is accessible to immigrant communities. Immigrants continue to treat #COVID19 patients, run businesses, & study in the US, & I'll keep fighting to secure their legal & financial protections." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 10, 2020 Tweet - "Today's new confirmed #COVID19 cases in Illinois is a reminder that combating the spread of this virus is an uphill battle & we must stay vigilant. Please continue to practice social distancing, wear a mask in public, and wash your hands." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Francis Collins, Director of the National Institutes of Health and the Hon. Diana Bianchi, Director of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development - Engel Leads 80 Members Calling on Nih to Study the Impact of Covid-19 on Children Rep. Sean Casten, ...
July 10, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 Health Disparities & Relief Programs With Illinois Latino Caucus Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
July 10, 2020 Tweet - "Subjecting international students to deportation if their colleges choose to pursue full-time online coursework this fall due to #COVID19 is cruel. I'm joining 98 lawmakers in calling for the immediate reversal of this unnecessary policy." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 9, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Administration - Rep Lieu Leads 27 Member Letter Urging SBA to Allow COVID Expenses Through Loan Program Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Date Title Politician
July 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, United States Attorney General - Rep Lieu Leads 150 Member Letter Urging DOJ to Condemn COVID-Related Anti-Asian Discrimination Rep.Bill Foster, ...
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "ICE should abandon its deeply flawed plan to launch a "Chicago Citizens Academy' in the midst of a global pandemic. The Trump Admin's mass deportation agenda has created widespread fear in our immigrant communities that cannot be fixed by a tone-deaf public-relations effort." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Republicans have spent the last 3 months ignoring the spike in #COVID19 cases & deaths across the US. And now they're drafting a partisan bill behind closed doors that prioritizes special interests over working families. The American people deserve better." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Leahy, Durbin, Murray And Tester Call On President Trump To Increase PPE And Testing Capacity Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 20, 2020 Rep. Reed, Ways & Means Republicans Unveil New Vision for The Future of Telehealth Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has deeply impacted our economy & Illinoisans' ability to make ends meet. Spoke with @shrivercenter , @EconsecureIL , & @heartlandhelps today about advocating for additional economic impact payments & extending enhanced unemployment & SNAP benefits." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 17, 2020 Reps. Schneider, Underwood Address Federal Coronavirus Challenges Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "It was an honor to join @NFB_voice for the historic #NFB20 Convention -- the largest gathering of people who are blind ever. I am proud to be your partner in the mission to make technology that is accessible and affordable for people who are blind." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 17, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Jayapal Responds to Corrupt Takeover of COVID-19 Data Collection and Reporting Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
July 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pence, Vice President of the United States, and the Hon. Deborah Brix, Coronavirus Task Force Coordinator - Durbin, Duckworth, Senate Dems Press Trump Admin To Reverse Move Undermining COVID-19 Hospital Data Collection & Reporting Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Eshoo Leads 83 Democrats Demanding Answers On COVID-19 Data Reporting Change Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
July 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Join Colleagues To Introduce Legislation To Support Bias And Anti-Racism Training In COVID-19 Response Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump strategy on record breaking #COVID19 infections and fatalities in the U.S.: silence Dr. Fauci and conceal medical data from the CDC. A pitiful strategy to mislead the American people." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateDems are announcing a plan today to help communities of color respond to the pandemic & build lasting wealth. Our Economic Justice Act will direct untapped #COVID19 relief funding towards addressing systemic racism and historic underinvestment in communities of color." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Duckworth Meets with Residents, Local Leaders About Ongoing Environmental Justice Issues in Centreville Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 16, 2020 Letter to CEO of Whole Foods John Mackey, CEO of Wegmans Food Markets Colleen Wegman, CEO of Walmart Doug McMillon, Chairman and CEO of Trader Joe's Dan Bane, CEO of Sprouts Jack Sinclair, President and CEO of Smart & Final Stores Dave Hirz, Chairman & CEO of Schnuck Markets Todd Schnuck, CEO of Publix Super Markets Todd Jones, President and CEO of Meijer Rick Keyes, Chairman and CEO of the Kroger Company Rodney McMullen, President & CEO of Dierbergs Markets Greg Dierberg, CEO of Costco Craig Jelinek, CEO of Aldi Jason Hart, President and CEO of Albertsons Vivek Sankaran, and CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA Kevin Holt - Senators Sherrod Brown and Elizabeth Warren Call on Top 15 Grocery CEOs to Extend COVID-19 Hazard Pay for All Frontline Workers Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 16, 2020 Reps. Pressley, Garcia Introduce Lead Abatement for Families Act to Remove Lead Pipes from Public and Subsidized Housing Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
July 16, 2020 Introduction of the Lead Abatement for Families Act Rep.Chuy Garcia
July 16, 2020 Congressman García Applauds Water Resources Development Act of 2020 Passed by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Rep.Chuy Garcia
July 16, 2020 Cardin, Schumer, Senate Democrats Announce Historic Proposal For $350 Billion Investment In Communities Of Color Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 16, 2020 Representatives García and Pressley Introduce Lead Abatement for Families Act to Remove Lead Pipes from Public and Subsidized Housing Rep.Chuy Garcia
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke with IL reps of veterans service organizations yesterday about ensuring that our veterans have continued access to medical care, VA benefits, and other important resources during the #COVID19 crisis." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "Today in East Peoria I discussed the continued need to take COVID-19 seriously. Everyone needs to wear their mask and keep social distancing to help combat this pandemic and save lives #AllInIllinois" Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Durbin Discusses International Response To COVID-19 With Catholic Relief Services Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "The public health pandemic has emphasized the importance of US involvement in global affairs, especially the effort to develop a #COVID19 treatment. Great to speak with @CatholicRelief about their work here & abroad to offer communities health & educational assistance." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 In Homeland Security Hearing, Underwood Continues Fight to Deliver PPE for Illinois Health Care Providers and Frontline Workers Rep.Lauren Underwood
July 15, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 Response With Mayors Lightfoot And Rockingham Sen.Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 With Illinois Veteran Service Organization Leaders Sen.Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "Amazing work from the team at @LaRabida , collecting more than 100,000 diapers for families in need across Chicago, all while caring for their medically complex patients during COVID-19. Great to see the community come together to help one another. #RaisingPossibilities" Sen.Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Experts Tell Subcommittee that Transparency, Independent Scientific Review are Crucial to Safe, Effective Coronavirus Vaccine Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "When I spoke to @SecAzar last month, I pressed him to fix the grant process & provide more funding to rural & safety net hospitals on the front lines of COVID19. On Friday, @HHSgov announced it will award $4B in new funding to these hospitals, incl. more than $100M for Illinois." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rosen Leads Letter Requesting Support for Outdoor Tourism & Recreation Industry, Jobs in Next COVID Relief Package Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 15, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Congressman Krishnamoorthi Calls On Secretary Azar To Denounce Trump Administration Attacks On Dr. Fauci To Counter Chilling Effect On Public Health Officials Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "Disappointed, but not surprised that President Trump has decided to weaken the National Environmental Policy Act. This will silence the concerns of communities most affected by the power plants & pipelines the President is eager to build in their backyards." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Gillibrand Joins Bipartisan Call To Invest $5.6 Billion In COVID-19 Vaccine Development And Support Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 14, 2020 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Duckworth Writes to Wheeler About EPA's Delayed Publishing of Final EtO Rule in the Federal Register Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 14, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Davis, Emmer Lead Group of 41 Lawmakers in Urging Additional Federal Relief for Child Care Providers Nationwide Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
July 14, 2020 Casten Introduces the National Security Resiliency and Sustainability Act Rep.Sean Casten
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "This should be a call to action. As of May, 5.4 million Americans lost their health insurance as a result of this pandemic, right when they need it most. That's why I'm working in congress to help people keep their employer health plans--even if they lose their job--at no cost." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "The same "very stable genius" who suggested we inject Lysol is now asking us to choose between his medical expertise and that of Dr. Anthony Fauci? If "Dr. Trump" is our last line of medical defense, say your prayers, America." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 14, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 Impact With Illinois Corn Growers Association Sen.Dick Durbin
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to be back in my hometown of East St. Louis yesterday to discuss the #COVID19 pandemic response. I will keep pushing for additional federal assistance to assist in the economic recovery." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 13, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Van Hollen, Cardin, Democratic Senators Urge Significant, New Flexible Funding for State and Local Governments Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 10, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of COVID-19 On Local Communities With The Illinois Business Immigration Coalition Sen.Dick Durbin
July 10, 2020 Tweet - "Great to speak w/ @ILBizImmigrant about ensuring that #COVID19 relief programming is accessible to immigrant communities. Immigrants continue to treat #COVID19 patients, run businesses, & study in the US, & I'll keep fighting to secure their legal & financial protections." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 10, 2020 Tweet - "Today's new confirmed #COVID19 cases in Illinois is a reminder that combating the spread of this virus is an uphill battle & we must stay vigilant. Please continue to practice social distancing, wear a mask in public, and wash your hands." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Francis Collins, Director of the National Institutes of Health and the Hon. Diana Bianchi, Director of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development - Engel Leads 80 Members Calling on Nih to Study the Impact of Covid-19 on Children Rep.Sean Casten, ...
July 10, 2020 Durbin Discusses COVID-19 Health Disparities & Relief Programs With Illinois Latino Caucus Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
July 10, 2020 Tweet - "Subjecting international students to deportation if their colleges choose to pursue full-time online coursework this fall due to #COVID19 is cruel. I'm joining 98 lawmakers in calling for the immediate reversal of this unnecessary policy." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 9, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Administration - Rep Lieu Leads 27 Member Letter Urging SBA to Allow COVID Expenses Through Loan Program Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
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