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April 6, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Reps call on administration to remove barriers to COVID-19 research
Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
March 29, 2020
Tweet - "This is welcome news. Grateful for people like the @uofigrainger & @Carle_org engineers & researchers who shifted their focus to new projects for the greater good of our communities as they battle the coronavirus pandemic."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 22, 2020
Chicago Sun Times - In coronavirus fight, side with the scientists
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 4, 2020
Durbin: Energy Bill Must Address Scientific Research And Climate Change
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2020
Tweet - "Katherine Johnson's work at @NASA allowed us to win the space race and reach the moon. She will be remembered as an American hero and pioneer. My prayers are with her family during this difficult time."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 20, 2020
Tweet - "This week I was honored to attend the grand opening of Argonne National Laboratory's new offices in Chicago. @Argonne is one of Illinois' and the country's great assets, and I'm glad it's expanding its presence to Chicago's South Side."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020
Tweet - "Congratulations to Urbana's own @zenanaut on graduating with @NASA's first class of #Artemis generation astronauts! Exciting to see Zena reach new heights aboard the International Space Station & with the Artemis Program."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 9, 2020
Foster Named Chairman of House Science Committee's Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee
Rep. Bill Foster
Jan. 9, 2020
Tweet - "Leon Lederman was a giant in his field and won a Nobel prize for his efforts. It's devastating that he had to auction off his gold medal to cover medical bills. My prayers are with his friends and family."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 6, 2020
Underwood Successfully Secures Investment for Fermilab
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Dec. 20, 2019
Letter to Francis S. Collins, Director of the National Institutes of Health - Blunt Rochester Leads Colleagues in Letter to National Institutes of Health Requesting Information on Grant Funding Disparities
Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Dec. 17, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mike Esper, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Defense - Warren, Brown, Adams, Colleagues Raise Concerns Over Inadequate DoD Science and Engineering Funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other Minority Serving Institutions
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 11, 2019
Casten, Neguse, and Bonamici Introduce Legislation to Address Climate Censorship at Federal Agencies
Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Dec. 6, 2019
Congressman Joe Neguse Introduces Legislation to Address Climate Censorship at Federal Agencies
Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Nov. 26, 2019
Tweet - "The United States must take drastic action to address climate change before it's too late. But if we're ever going to do so, we"ve got to stop debating proven science - instead, Republicans and Democrats must come together to work on solutions."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 21, 2019
In Honor of Dr. Dieter Martin Gruen
Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 15, 2019
Tweet - "This morning at @IGBIllinois I discussed the need to restore the United States' commitment to breakthrough scientific, biomedical, and agricultural research. That is why this year I introduced the American Cures Act, the American Innovation Act, and the America Grows Act."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019
Duckworth Secures Key Priorities in NASA Reauthorization Bill
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 12, 2019
Letter to Dr. Neil Jacobs, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Casten Urges NOAA to Disregard Political Pressure by the Administration When Reporting Natural Disasters
Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 12, 2019
Foster Introduces Legislation to Improve Government Access to Scientific Information
Rep. Bill Foster, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Recognized By The Association Of Chinese-American Scientists And Engineers For His Contributions To Diversity And Community Leadership Development
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 1, 2019
Tweet - "This morning I met with business leaders @ISTPLifeScience in Skokie who use research to launch new products. We must invest in scientific, biomedical, and agriculture research so the U.S. remains a world leader in development and discovery."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 24, 2019
Tweet - "Yesterday, I met with the @Argonne Board of Governors. Their work is essential to leading innovation & economic growth in the US. If we are going to remain a leader in science & tech, we must ensure we are providing the funding we need to stay competitive on the world stage."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 23, 2019
Recognizing the Importance of the Malta Conferences
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Oct. 18, 2019
Tweet - "It's inspiring to see @Astro_Christina and @Astro_Jessica make history with the first ever #AllWomanSpacewalk today. This momentous accomplishment shows young women across the world that their potential is limitless."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019
Rep. LaHood Announces Congressional App Challenge for 18th District High School Students
Rep. Darin LaHood
Oct. 4, 2019
Foster, Johnson Introduce Legislation to Keep STEM Graduates in America
Rep. Bill Foster, ...
Sept. 30, 2019
Quigley, Casten, Tonko Introduce the Preserve Science in Policymaking Act
Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Sept. 26, 2019
Durbin: Appropriations Bills Provide Critical Funding For Illinois
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Today at the UN #ClimateActionSummit, leaders from around the world are coming together to discuss their goals for combatting climate change on a global scale. The U.S. should be taking the lead in this fight -- sadly, our President refuses to accept the proven science behind it."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 20, 2019
Tweet - "We cannot afford to put off addressing climate change any longer. The science is clear, this is an existential threat to our nation and to the world. Climate change deniers -- like our President -- must accept that fact. Our very existence is at stake. #ClimateStrike #ActOnClimate"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2019
Tweet - "If President Trump is going to deny the science behind climate change, then Congress must step up and take the lead. That's why I'm joining @SenatorBennet & other @SenateDems to introduce the Clean Air, Healthy Kids Act. We must reject the President's anti-climate agenda."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "If we want to compete with China, we must start investing more in cutting-edge agricultural research. My America Grows Act would increase federal research funding so that @USDA has the resources it needs to make more breakthroughs and foster innovation."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 10, 2019
Durbin Introduces Bill To Boost Agricultural Research Funding
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 4, 2019
Tweet - "Today I visited @Autismsi to learn more about their work in providing services to those on the autism spectrum. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue to fight for federal funding for autism research."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Letter to Dr. James F. Reilly II, Director of the U.S. Geological Survey - King, Colleagues Opposing Potential Administration Effort at "Hiding" Climate Data
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 15, 2019
Letter to Dr. James Reilly, Director of the U.S. Geological Survey - Feinstein, Hirono Lead Letter Warning of Scientific Data Suppression within USGS
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 2, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Department of Health and Human Services - Democrats Urge HHS Secretary to End Restrictions on Using Fetal Tissue for Scientific Research
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
June 20, 2019
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020
Rep. Bill Foster
June 20, 2019
Foster SESAME Amendment to Promote Science Diplomacy Passes House
Rep. Bill Foster
May 1, 2019
Paving the Way for Women in Stem
Rep. Lauren Underwood
April 30, 2019
Tweet - "I reintroduced the American Cures and Innovation Acts today. These bills ensure America's smartest scientists and researchers have the federal funding they need to continue breakthrough discoveries that can advance the betterment of our futures."
Sen. Dick Durbin
April 15, 2019
Durbin, Foster, Underwood Reintorduce American Cures Act And American Innovation Act
Rep. Bill Foster, ...
April 3, 2019
Hearing of the House Appropriations Committee - Testimony of Rep. Casten, Hearing on the Funding of the Office of Technology Assessment
Rep. Sean Casten
March 27, 2019
In Wake Of Senate Republicans' Refusal To Take Action On Climate Crisis, Schumer Launches New Senate Democratic Special Committee On The Climate Crisis
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 23, 2019
Casten Named to Science, Space, and Technology Committee
Rep. Sean Casten
Jan. 16, 2019
Tweet - "As the #TrumpShutdown continues, its impact on climate science is taking a toll. Researchers can't finish reports on critical data that helps the world understand the effects of climate change each year."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 8, 2019
Durbin Highlights Critical Research Projects Threatened By Government Shutdown
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 7, 2019
Tweet - "One of the many consequences of shutting down the government is the work being done at federal labs across the nation - including Peoria's Ag Lab. I'm headed to @USDA_ARS today to hear how the President's shutdown is impacting their work."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 7, 2019
Tweet - "Today I discussed the impact of the government shutdown on the @USDA_ARS in Peoria. Critical research projects--including one on a breakthrough in antibiotic-resistant bacteria--have been put on hold with nearly 250 employees not being able to work or get paid."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Date
Title
Politician
April 6, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Reps call on administration to remove barriers to COVID-19 research
Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
March 29, 2020
Tweet - "This is welcome news. Grateful for people like the @uofigrainger & @Carle_org engineers & researchers who shifted their focus to new projects for the greater good of our communities as they battle the coronavirus pandemic."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 22, 2020
Chicago Sun Times - In coronavirus fight, side with the scientists
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 4, 2020
Durbin: Energy Bill Must Address Scientific Research And Climate Change
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2020
Tweet - "Katherine Johnson's work at @NASA allowed us to win the space race and reach the moon. She will be remembered as an American hero and pioneer. My prayers are with her family during this difficult time."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 20, 2020
Tweet - "This week I was honored to attend the grand opening of Argonne National Laboratory's new offices in Chicago. @Argonne is one of Illinois' and the country's great assets, and I'm glad it's expanding its presence to Chicago's South Side."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020
Tweet - "Congratulations to Urbana's own @zenanaut on graduating with @NASA's first class of #Artemis generation astronauts! Exciting to see Zena reach new heights aboard the International Space Station & with the Artemis Program."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 9, 2020
Foster Named Chairman of House Science Committee's Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee
Rep.Bill Foster
Jan. 9, 2020
Tweet - "Leon Lederman was a giant in his field and won a Nobel prize for his efforts. It's devastating that he had to auction off his gold medal to cover medical bills. My prayers are with his friends and family."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 6, 2020
Underwood Successfully Secures Investment for Fermilab
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Dec. 20, 2019
Letter to Francis S. Collins, Director of the National Institutes of Health - Blunt Rochester Leads Colleagues in Letter to National Institutes of Health Requesting Information on Grant Funding Disparities
Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Dec. 17, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mike Esper, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Defense - Warren, Brown, Adams, Colleagues Raise Concerns Over Inadequate DoD Science and Engineering Funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other Minority Serving Institutions
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 11, 2019
Casten, Neguse, and Bonamici Introduce Legislation to Address Climate Censorship at Federal Agencies
Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Dec. 6, 2019
Congressman Joe Neguse Introduces Legislation to Address Climate Censorship at Federal Agencies
Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Nov. 26, 2019
Tweet - "The United States must take drastic action to address climate change before it's too late. But if we're ever going to do so, we"ve got to stop debating proven science - instead, Republicans and Democrats must come together to work on solutions."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 21, 2019
In Honor of Dr. Dieter Martin Gruen
Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 15, 2019
Tweet - "This morning at @IGBIllinois I discussed the need to restore the United States' commitment to breakthrough scientific, biomedical, and agricultural research. That is why this year I introduced the American Cures Act, the American Innovation Act, and the America Grows Act."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019
Duckworth Secures Key Priorities in NASA Reauthorization Bill
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 12, 2019
Letter to Dr. Neil Jacobs, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Casten Urges NOAA to Disregard Political Pressure by the Administration When Reporting Natural Disasters
Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 12, 2019
Foster Introduces Legislation to Improve Government Access to Scientific Information
Rep.Bill Foster, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Recognized By The Association Of Chinese-American Scientists And Engineers For His Contributions To Diversity And Community Leadership Development
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 1, 2019
Tweet - "This morning I met with business leaders @ISTPLifeScience in Skokie who use research to launch new products. We must invest in scientific, biomedical, and agriculture research so the U.S. remains a world leader in development and discovery."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 24, 2019
Tweet - "Yesterday, I met with the @Argonne Board of Governors. Their work is essential to leading innovation & economic growth in the US. If we are going to remain a leader in science & tech, we must ensure we are providing the funding we need to stay competitive on the world stage."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 23, 2019
Recognizing the Importance of the Malta Conferences
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Oct. 18, 2019
Tweet - "It's inspiring to see @Astro_Christina and @Astro_Jessica make history with the first ever #AllWomanSpacewalk today. This momentous accomplishment shows young women across the world that their potential is limitless."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019
Rep. LaHood Announces Congressional App Challenge for 18th District High School Students
Rep.Darin LaHood
Oct. 4, 2019
Foster, Johnson Introduce Legislation to Keep STEM Graduates in America
Rep.Bill Foster, ...
Sept. 30, 2019
Quigley, Casten, Tonko Introduce the Preserve Science in Policymaking Act
Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Sept. 26, 2019
Durbin: Appropriations Bills Provide Critical Funding For Illinois
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Today at the UN #ClimateActionSummit, leaders from around the world are coming together to discuss their goals for combatting climate change on a global scale. The U.S. should be taking the lead in this fight -- sadly, our President refuses to accept the proven science behind it."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 20, 2019
Tweet - "We cannot afford to put off addressing climate change any longer. The science is clear, this is an existential threat to our nation and to the world. Climate change deniers -- like our President -- must accept that fact. Our very existence is at stake. #ClimateStrike #ActOnClimate"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2019
Tweet - "If President Trump is going to deny the science behind climate change, then Congress must step up and take the lead. That's why I'm joining @SenatorBennet & other @SenateDems to introduce the Clean Air, Healthy Kids Act. We must reject the President's anti-climate agenda."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "If we want to compete with China, we must start investing more in cutting-edge agricultural research. My America Grows Act would increase federal research funding so that @USDA has the resources it needs to make more breakthroughs and foster innovation."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 10, 2019
Durbin Introduces Bill To Boost Agricultural Research Funding
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 4, 2019
Tweet - "Today I visited @Autismsi to learn more about their work in providing services to those on the autism spectrum. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue to fight for federal funding for autism research."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 17, 2019
Letter to Dr. James F. Reilly II, Director of the U.S. Geological Survey - King, Colleagues Opposing Potential Administration Effort at "Hiding" Climate Data
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 15, 2019
Letter to Dr. James Reilly, Director of the U.S. Geological Survey - Feinstein, Hirono Lead Letter Warning of Scientific Data Suppression within USGS
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 2, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Department of Health and Human Services - Democrats Urge HHS Secretary to End Restrictions on Using Fetal Tissue for Scientific Research
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
June 20, 2019
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020
Rep.Bill Foster
June 20, 2019
Foster SESAME Amendment to Promote Science Diplomacy Passes House
Rep.Bill Foster
May 1, 2019
Paving the Way for Women in Stem
Rep.Lauren Underwood
April 30, 2019
Tweet - "I reintroduced the American Cures and Innovation Acts today. These bills ensure America's smartest scientists and researchers have the federal funding they need to continue breakthrough discoveries that can advance the betterment of our futures."
Sen.Dick Durbin
April 15, 2019
Durbin, Foster, Underwood Reintorduce American Cures Act And American Innovation Act
Rep.Bill Foster, ...
April 3, 2019
Hearing of the House Appropriations Committee - Testimony of Rep. Casten, Hearing on the Funding of the Office of Technology Assessment
Rep.Sean Casten
March 27, 2019
In Wake Of Senate Republicans' Refusal To Take Action On Climate Crisis, Schumer Launches New Senate Democratic Special Committee On The Climate Crisis
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 23, 2019
Casten Named to Science, Space, and Technology Committee
Rep.Sean Casten
Jan. 16, 2019
Tweet - "As the #TrumpShutdown continues, its impact on climate science is taking a toll. Researchers can't finish reports on critical data that helps the world understand the effects of climate change each year."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 8, 2019
Durbin Highlights Critical Research Projects Threatened By Government Shutdown
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 7, 2019
Tweet - "One of the many consequences of shutting down the government is the work being done at federal labs across the nation - including Peoria's Ag Lab. I'm headed to @USDA_ARS today to hear how the President's shutdown is impacting their work."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 7, 2019
Tweet - "Today I discussed the impact of the government shutdown on the @USDA_ARS in Peoria. Critical research projects--including one on a breakthrough in antibiotic-resistant bacteria--have been put on hold with nearly 250 employees not being able to work or get paid."
Sen.Dick Durbin
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