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Feb. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Today I joined @ScottAFB leadership & community officials for a briefing on potential contamination of off-base wells nearby. Last year, I cosponsored bills requiring EPA to swiftly address dangers of PFAS contamination & have worked to increase funding for cleanup & remediation." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 17, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin Statement on Detection of Pfas Near Scott Air Force Base Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The @usairforce contacted my office & @SenDuckworth 's office with a preliminary briefing on potential contamination of off-base water wells near @ScottAFB . We are in direct contact with local elected officials on appropriate next steps." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 15, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Detection Of PFAS Near Scott Air Force Base Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Warren Joins Shaheen, Gillibrand Calling on EPA to Deliver on Promises Made in PFAS Action Plan Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Feinstein, Shaheen, Gillibrand, Colleagues Call on EPA to Make Good on PFAS Action Plan 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 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Duckworth Join Democratic Colleagues In Fighting To Protect People With Pre-Existing Conditions In FY21 Budget Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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 During Trip To Puerto Rico, Durbin, Garcia Highlight Reconstruction & Resiliency Efforts In Aftermath Of Recent Natural Disasters Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth, Senate Democrats Press Trump Administration To Request Emergency Funding For Novel Coronavirus Response Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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 Duckworth Chairs Climate Crisis Committee Hearing on the National Security Risks of Climate Change Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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 - "JUUL told families that they never marketed their addictive e-cigarettes to children. They were lying. As a result, 5 million kids are now hooked on vaping. It's time we take JUUL and kid-friendly flavors off the market once and for all." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Three Months From E-Cigarette Review Deadline, Durbin & Bipartisan Senators Urge FDA To Protect Kids, Hold Industry Accountable Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Good discussion yesterday with @ChiMedSoc about addressing the high cost of medical care and prescription drugs. The Chicago Medical Society, with its outspoken support of the ACA, has been a key partner in advocating for better health care for Illinoisans." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "3 months from now, @US_FDA will start reviewing e-cigarette applications, after years of delay. Today, I led 16 bipartisan Senators in urging the agency to follow the law & protect public health, by rejecting e-cigarettes that target our youth." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 Underwood Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Illinois Families and End Surprise Medical Bills Rep. Lauren Underwood
Feb. 12, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Condemns Trump Administration Proposal To Strip FDA Of Power To Regulate Tobacco Industry Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 12, 2020 Oversight Subcommittee Chair Statement on Massachusetts Lawsuit Against JUUL Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Luis Cabrales, the Student Conservation Assoc. Corps Member of the Year, stopped by my office today to talk about the incredible grassroots organizing he's been working on w/his nonprofit the Southeast Youth Alliance. Thank you for leading Chicago's conservation efforts, Luis!" Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to receive @ruralhealth 's 2020 Rural Health Champion Award today. Rural hospitals, clinics, & providers are backbones of their communities, and I will continue pushing my bipartisan legislation to expand access to quality, affordable health care." Sen. Dick Durbin
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 - "Great to meet with members of the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network today. ICAHN is a crucial partner in the effort to address rural health care challenges." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 Durbin Meets With Rural Illinois Health Care Leaders Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Van Hollen, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Achieve Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the U.S. by No Later Than 2050 Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Casten Questions Chairman Powell About What Actions the Fed is Taking to Combat the Systemic Climate-Related Risks in Our Financial System Rep. Sean Casten
Feb. 11, 2020 Casten Statement on President Trump's FY2021 Budget Request Rep. Sean Casten
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "If we want to leave our kids & grandkids a livable planet, we must have the determination to seriously reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Proud to stand with @SenDuckworth , @SenatorCarper , & 30 of my @SenateDems colleagues to introduce The Clean Economy Act today." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "I will vote no on the nomination of Andrew Brasher to the 11th Circuit. His track record on voting, reproductive, and LGBTQ rights raises serious concerns. #StopBrasher" Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Legislation To Achieve Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions By No Later Than 2050 Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Charles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee - Durbin, Democrat Colleagues Call For Action On Energy Tax Policy Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 10, 2020 Tweet - "During his State of the Union address, President Trump said, "We will always protect Americans with pre-existing conditions." What he meant was, "I am actively fighting in court to take away protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions."" 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. 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 Durbin: If President Trump Wants To Help Those With Pre-Existing Conditions, Stop Trying To Eliminate The ACA Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 7, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Steve Dickson, Administrator of The Federal Aviation Administration - Release: Rep. Khanna, Sen. Duckworth, Sen. Schumer Urge FAA to Require Life-Saving Epinephrine Auto-Injectors Be Carried on Every Flight Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Recent storms and rising water levels have caused erosion along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Today I toured damage on the South Side and received an update from the @USACEHQ on efforts to protect the lakefront." 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. Bill Foster, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Congressman Lowenthal Introduces Bill To Protect Federal Lands In Utah As Wilderness Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Tweet - "As Kurt Thiede takes on his new role as @EPA Region 5 Administrator, my colleagues from Great Lakes states and I are asking him to prioritize protecting public health and safety & to ensure that the hard-working EPA employees under his leadership have his full support." Sen. Dick Durbin
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 Sens. Coons, Braun announce founding members of bipartisan Senate ALS Caucus Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Kurt Thiede, Region 5 Admin. of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Durbin, Senators To EPA: Protect Communities In Region Five Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 5, 2020 Oversight Subcommittee Chair Releases New Information from JUUL Labs Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Guthrie, Cárdenas, Blumenauer, Kelly Lead Bipartisan Effort to Secure Medicare Advantage Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Feb. 5, 2020 Durbin Briefed On U.S. Response To Coronavirus Outbreak 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 Tweet - "Tonight, I had the privilege of welcoming De'Andre Wilborn, a senior at @GWCPWarriors , as my guest for the #SOTU2020. De'Andre is an impressive young man with an exceedingly bright future ahead of him, no matter what path he chooses to pursue." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Feb. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Today I joined @ScottAFB leadership & community officials for a briefing on potential contamination of off-base wells nearby. Last year, I cosponsored bills requiring EPA to swiftly address dangers of PFAS contamination & have worked to increase funding for cleanup & remediation." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 17, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin Statement on Detection of Pfas Near Scott Air Force Base Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The @usairforce contacted my office & @SenDuckworth 's office with a preliminary briefing on potential contamination of off-base water wells near @ScottAFB . We are in direct contact with local elected officials on appropriate next steps." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 15, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Detection Of PFAS Near Scott Air Force Base Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Warren Joins Shaheen, Gillibrand Calling on EPA to Deliver on Promises Made in PFAS Action Plan Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Feinstein, Shaheen, Gillibrand, Colleagues Call on EPA to Make Good on PFAS Action Plan 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 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Duckworth Join Democratic Colleagues In Fighting To Protect People With Pre-Existing Conditions In FY21 Budget Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
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 During Trip To Puerto Rico, Durbin, Garcia Highlight Reconstruction & Resiliency Efforts In Aftermath Of Recent Natural Disasters Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth, Senate Democrats Press Trump Administration To Request Emergency Funding For Novel Coronavirus Response Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
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 Duckworth Chairs Climate Crisis Committee Hearing on the National Security Risks of Climate Change Sen.Ladda Duckworth
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 - "JUUL told families that they never marketed their addictive e-cigarettes to children. They were lying. As a result, 5 million kids are now hooked on vaping. It's time we take JUUL and kid-friendly flavors off the market once and for all." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Three Months From E-Cigarette Review Deadline, Durbin & Bipartisan Senators Urge FDA To Protect Kids, Hold Industry Accountable Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Good discussion yesterday with @ChiMedSoc about addressing the high cost of medical care and prescription drugs. The Chicago Medical Society, with its outspoken support of the ACA, has been a key partner in advocating for better health care for Illinoisans." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "3 months from now, @US_FDA will start reviewing e-cigarette applications, after years of delay. Today, I led 16 bipartisan Senators in urging the agency to follow the law & protect public health, by rejecting e-cigarettes that target our youth." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 Underwood Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Illinois Families and End Surprise Medical Bills Rep.Lauren Underwood
Feb. 12, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Condemns Trump Administration Proposal To Strip FDA Of Power To Regulate Tobacco Industry Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 12, 2020 Oversight Subcommittee Chair Statement on Massachusetts Lawsuit Against JUUL Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Luis Cabrales, the Student Conservation Assoc. Corps Member of the Year, stopped by my office today to talk about the incredible grassroots organizing he's been working on w/his nonprofit the Southeast Youth Alliance. Thank you for leading Chicago's conservation efforts, Luis!" Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to receive @ruralhealth 's 2020 Rural Health Champion Award today. Rural hospitals, clinics, & providers are backbones of their communities, and I will continue pushing my bipartisan legislation to expand access to quality, affordable health care." Sen.Dick Durbin
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 - "Great to meet with members of the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network today. ICAHN is a crucial partner in the effort to address rural health care challenges." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2020 Durbin Meets With Rural Illinois Health Care Leaders Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Van Hollen, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Achieve Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the U.S. by No Later Than 2050 Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Casten Questions Chairman Powell About What Actions the Fed is Taking to Combat the Systemic Climate-Related Risks in Our Financial System Rep.Sean Casten
Feb. 11, 2020 Casten Statement on President Trump's FY2021 Budget Request Rep.Sean Casten
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "If we want to leave our kids & grandkids a livable planet, we must have the determination to seriously reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Proud to stand with @SenDuckworth , @SenatorCarper , & 30 of my @SenateDems colleagues to introduce The Clean Economy Act today." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "I will vote no on the nomination of Andrew Brasher to the 11th Circuit. His track record on voting, reproductive, and LGBTQ rights raises serious concerns. #StopBrasher" Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Legislation To Achieve Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions By No Later Than 2050 Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Charles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee - Durbin, Democrat Colleagues Call For Action On Energy Tax Policy Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 10, 2020 Tweet - "During his State of the Union address, President Trump said, "We will always protect Americans with pre-existing conditions." What he meant was, "I am actively fighting in court to take away protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions."" 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. 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 Durbin: If President Trump Wants To Help Those With Pre-Existing Conditions, Stop Trying To Eliminate The ACA Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 7, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Steve Dickson, Administrator of The Federal Aviation Administration - Release: Rep. Khanna, Sen. Duckworth, Sen. Schumer Urge FAA to Require Life-Saving Epinephrine Auto-Injectors Be Carried on Every Flight Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Recent storms and rising water levels have caused erosion along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Today I toured damage on the South Side and received an update from the @USACEHQ on efforts to protect the lakefront." 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.Bill Foster, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Congressman Lowenthal Introduces Bill To Protect Federal Lands In Utah As Wilderness Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Tweet - "As Kurt Thiede takes on his new role as @EPA Region 5 Administrator, my colleagues from Great Lakes states and I are asking him to prioritize protecting public health and safety & to ensure that the hard-working EPA employees under his leadership have his full support." Sen.Dick Durbin
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 Sens. Coons, Braun announce founding members of bipartisan Senate ALS Caucus Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Kurt Thiede, Region 5 Admin. of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Durbin, Senators To EPA: Protect Communities In Region Five Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 5, 2020 Oversight Subcommittee Chair Releases New Information from JUUL Labs Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Guthrie, Cárdenas, Blumenauer, Kelly Lead Bipartisan Effort to Secure Medicare Advantage Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Feb. 5, 2020 Durbin Briefed On U.S. Response To Coronavirus Outbreak 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 Tweet - "Tonight, I had the privilege of welcoming De'Andre Wilborn, a senior at @GWCPWarriors , as my guest for the #SOTU2020. De'Andre is an impressive young man with an exceedingly bright future ahead of him, no matter what path he chooses to pursue." Sen.Dick Durbin
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