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Oct. 18, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Defend Sexual Assault Victims Harmed by Biden Administration Policies
Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Oct. 18, 2021
Quigley Statement on Passing of Former Secretary of State Colin Powell
Rep. Mike Quigley
Oct. 13, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of US Department of Homeland Security - Upton, House Republicans Urge Biden Administration to Continue Remain in Mexico Policy
Rep. Mike Bost, ...
Oct. 13, 2021
Statement from Representative Adriano Espaillat in Support of his Resolution Honoring the Dominican-American Heritage and Culture of New York's 13th Congressional District
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 11, 2021
Tweet - "On this #IndigenousPeopleDay, let's reflect on the contributions and resilience of Native American and indigenous populations. We must honor their culture, history, and place as the first inhabitants of America."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2021
Op-ed by Reps. Adriano Espaillat (D-n.y.), Jesús "chuy" García (D-ill.), and Lou Correa (D-calif.) - We Can't Abandon a Nation of Immigrants - That's Why We're Putting Our Votes on the Line
Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 8, 2021
Underwood's Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Maternal Health Care for Veterans Passes the Senate
Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Oct. 8, 2021
Tweet - "I applaud the Biden Administration for setting a target of 125,000 refugee admissions. We must urgently restore the United States' longstanding bipartisan tradition of providing safety to the world's most vulnerable refugees--including Afghan refugees."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Congressman Biggs Sends Letter to President Biden Demanding Answers On Border Crisis
Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Oct. 7, 2021
Following 8 Month Investigation, Senate Judiciary Committee Releases Report On Donald Trump's Scheme To Pressure DOJ & Overturn The 2020 Election
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2021
Durbin Delivers Opening Remarks During Hearing On Restoring & Strengthening The Voting Rights Act
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2021
Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - On DOJ Intentions on What's Classified as Criminal Conduct
Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 7, 2021
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Welcomes President Biden To His District For Vaccination Push: "In The Words Of The James Bond Movie Opening Tonight: It's No Time To Die -- It's Time To Get Vaccinated"
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 5, 2021
Durbin Questions Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco On Helping Young Victims Of Trauma & Violence
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2021
Durbin Delivers Opening Remarks During Hearing On Renewing And Strengthening The Violence Against Women Act
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2021
Reps. Davis and Walorski Recognize Continued Need to Support Foster Youth
Rep. Danny Davis
Oct. 1, 2021
Durbin, Schneider Introduce Legislation To Reduce Gun Violence From Stolen Firearms
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, and Hon. Ur Jaddou, Director of USCIS - Waive Afghan Humanitarian Parole Application Fees
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 1, 2021
Rep. Danny K. Davis Joins His Colleagues on Ways and Means and Trade in Support of Assisting Haiti
Rep. Danny Davis
Oct. 1, 2021
Durbin, Grassley, Booker, Lee Introduce Legislation To Clarify Retroactivity Of Crack Cocaine Sentencing Reform
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 1, 2021
Durbin, Schneider Introduce Legislation To Reduce Gun Violence From Stolen Firearms
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2021
Representatives Cohen, Fitzpatrick, Schakowsky and Buchanan Introduce PAST Act
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 30, 2021
Tweet - "Honored to be named a 2020 Humane Champion by @HSLegFund. Animal rights have long been a pet project of mine and I will continue to advocate for our furry friends for as long as I am in Congress."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2021
Tweet - "There are many reasons for gun violence in Chicago, but one of the obvious ones is we are awash in guns. My bill w/@RepSchneider would make sure gun dealers securely store their weapons to prevent thefts."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2021
Critical Discussion on the High Stakes on the Inclusion of Immigration Reform in Budget Reconciliation
Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Sept. 30, 2021
Letter to Rochelle Walensky, Director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Fitzpatrick, Deutch Lead Bipartisan Letter Calling on CDC to Lift Dog Import Suspension
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 29, 2021
Tweet - "Americans are calling on this Senate to protect the integrity of our democracy -- and to secure our Constitutional rights. Nothing less than the future of American freedom is on the line. For our country, and for our friend John Lewis, it's time to #RestoreTheVRA"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2021
Tweet - "Spoke with Egyptian Amb. Zahran yesterday about the troubling disappearance of dissidents in Egypt. The US can no longer ignore persistent & flagrant human rights abuses there. The family members of aslyee & advocate Aly Hussin Mahdy must be immediately released by Pres. al-Sisi."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2021
Tweet - "Disappointed by today's decision by the Parliamentarian, but the push for immigration via reconciliation continues. There's too much at stake."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2021
Statement on Hispanic Heritage Month 2021
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Sept. 28, 2021
Senate Sponsors Laud House Passage Of EQUAL Act
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2021
Durbin Discusses Disappearances Of Family Members Of Illinois Resident With Egyptian Ambassador
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "As the administration rightfully seeks to end the endless wars of the last two decades and restore American leadership on human rights, it should take immediate steps to end lethal force outside of armed conflict. @SenatorLeahy and I are calling on POTUS to make this a priority."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "This commonsense legislation will help reform our criminal justice system so that it better lives up to the ideals of true justice & equality under the law. I join my colleagues in applauding the House for its vote today and urge my colleagues in the Senate to support this bill."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2021
Durbin Statement On Refugee Consultation With Biden Administration
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2021
Tweet - "Here's what the Big Lie looks like in Arizona: $6 million wasted on an investigation built on misleading data and conspiracy theories, only to find out that Joe Biden won by an even bigger margin in Maricopa County than previously reported."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2021
Foster Announces Federal Funding for Programs to Combat Youth Substance Use in Naperville and Aurora
Rep. Bill Foster
Sept. 27, 2021
Rep. Kelly Announces Federal Grant Promoting Women's Right to Equal Pay
Rep. Robin Kelly
Sept. 24, 2021
Tweet - "Great to visit Little Village today with @SenAlexPadilla and hear from the Little Village Chamber of Commerce on how federal small business assistance programs like the PPP allowed local businesses to survive and support their communities."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2021
Coons, Cornyn Bill to Expand Federal Expungement Approved by Key Senate Committee
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 24, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Quigley, Schakowsky, Escobar Call for End to Deputization of Local Police as Immigration Enforcement
Rep. Mike Quigley
Sept. 24, 2021
Tweet - "Coaches & medical professionals are important people in our lives--but there's bad actors, and from Nassar to the Blackhawks, it is increasingly clear that many institutions in place don't offer adequate protections for children from these predators. My latest in @chicagotribune:"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2021
Casten, Duckworth Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Educational Support Professionals Access Benefits Through FMLA
Rep. Sean Casten
Sept. 22, 2021
Durbin Statement On Police Reform Negotiations
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2021
Cassidy, Menendez Lead Bipartisan Group on Senate Resolution Supporting Venezuelan Women and Children
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 22, 2021
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Urges Senate To Find Way Forward For Immigration In Build Back Better Act, Including Provisions To Raise Significant Revenue By Clearing The Employment-Based Green Card Backlog
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 21, 2021
Rep. Kelly Releases Statement on Reports of Mistreatment of Haitian Migrants at the Border
Rep. Robin Kelly
Sept. 21, 2021
Rep. Casten Votes to Keep the Government Open, Deliver Emergency Relief, Prevent Catastrophic Default
Rep. Sean Casten
Sept. 21, 2021
Letter to David Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - Call to Remove "Harmful Content" Label
Rep. Mike Bost, ...
Sept. 21, 2021
Tweet - "The current treatment of Haitian refugees at our southern border is unacceptable. Haitians seeking refuge in the United States must be treated with the respect due to every human being."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Date
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Politician
Oct. 18, 2021
Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Defend Sexual Assault Victims Harmed by Biden Administration Policies
Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Oct. 18, 2021
Quigley Statement on Passing of Former Secretary of State Colin Powell
Rep.Mike Quigley
Oct. 13, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of US Department of Homeland Security - Upton, House Republicans Urge Biden Administration to Continue Remain in Mexico Policy
Rep.Mike Bost, ...
Oct. 13, 2021
Statement from Representative Adriano Espaillat in Support of his Resolution Honoring the Dominican-American Heritage and Culture of New York's 13th Congressional District
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 11, 2021
Tweet - "On this #IndigenousPeopleDay, let's reflect on the contributions and resilience of Native American and indigenous populations. We must honor their culture, history, and place as the first inhabitants of America."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2021
Op-ed by Reps. Adriano Espaillat (D-n.y.), Jesús "chuy" García (D-ill.), and Lou Correa (D-calif.) - We Can't Abandon a Nation of Immigrants - That's Why We're Putting Our Votes on the Line
Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 8, 2021
Underwood's Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Maternal Health Care for Veterans Passes the Senate
Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Oct. 8, 2021
Tweet - "I applaud the Biden Administration for setting a target of 125,000 refugee admissions. We must urgently restore the United States' longstanding bipartisan tradition of providing safety to the world's most vulnerable refugees--including Afghan refugees."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Congressman Biggs Sends Letter to President Biden Demanding Answers On Border Crisis
Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Oct. 7, 2021
Following 8 Month Investigation, Senate Judiciary Committee Releases Report On Donald Trump's Scheme To Pressure DOJ & Overturn The 2020 Election
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2021
Durbin Delivers Opening Remarks During Hearing On Restoring & Strengthening The Voting Rights Act
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2021
Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - On DOJ Intentions on What's Classified as Criminal Conduct
Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 7, 2021
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Welcomes President Biden To His District For Vaccination Push: "In The Words Of The James Bond Movie Opening Tonight: It's No Time To Die -- It's Time To Get Vaccinated"
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 5, 2021
Durbin Questions Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco On Helping Young Victims Of Trauma & Violence
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2021
Durbin Delivers Opening Remarks During Hearing On Renewing And Strengthening The Violence Against Women Act
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2021
Reps. Davis and Walorski Recognize Continued Need to Support Foster Youth
Rep.Danny Davis
Oct. 1, 2021
Durbin, Schneider Introduce Legislation To Reduce Gun Violence From Stolen Firearms
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, and Hon. Ur Jaddou, Director of USCIS - Waive Afghan Humanitarian Parole Application Fees
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 1, 2021
Rep. Danny K. Davis Joins His Colleagues on Ways and Means and Trade in Support of Assisting Haiti
Rep.Danny Davis
Oct. 1, 2021
Durbin, Grassley, Booker, Lee Introduce Legislation To Clarify Retroactivity Of Crack Cocaine Sentencing Reform
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 1, 2021
Durbin, Schneider Introduce Legislation To Reduce Gun Violence From Stolen Firearms
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2021
Representatives Cohen, Fitzpatrick, Schakowsky and Buchanan Introduce PAST Act
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 30, 2021
Tweet - "Honored to be named a 2020 Humane Champion by @HSLegFund. Animal rights have long been a pet project of mine and I will continue to advocate for our furry friends for as long as I am in Congress."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2021
Tweet - "There are many reasons for gun violence in Chicago, but one of the obvious ones is we are awash in guns. My bill w/@RepSchneider would make sure gun dealers securely store their weapons to prevent thefts."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2021
Critical Discussion on the High Stakes on the Inclusion of Immigration Reform in Budget Reconciliation
Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Sept. 30, 2021
Letter to Rochelle Walensky, Director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Fitzpatrick, Deutch Lead Bipartisan Letter Calling on CDC to Lift Dog Import Suspension
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 29, 2021
Tweet - "Americans are calling on this Senate to protect the integrity of our democracy -- and to secure our Constitutional rights. Nothing less than the future of American freedom is on the line. For our country, and for our friend John Lewis, it's time to #RestoreTheVRA"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2021
Tweet - "Spoke with Egyptian Amb. Zahran yesterday about the troubling disappearance of dissidents in Egypt. The US can no longer ignore persistent & flagrant human rights abuses there. The family members of aslyee & advocate Aly Hussin Mahdy must be immediately released by Pres. al-Sisi."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2021
Tweet - "Disappointed by today's decision by the Parliamentarian, but the push for immigration via reconciliation continues. There's too much at stake."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2021
Statement on Hispanic Heritage Month 2021
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Sept. 28, 2021
Senate Sponsors Laud House Passage Of EQUAL Act
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2021
Durbin Discusses Disappearances Of Family Members Of Illinois Resident With Egyptian Ambassador
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "As the administration rightfully seeks to end the endless wars of the last two decades and restore American leadership on human rights, it should take immediate steps to end lethal force outside of armed conflict. @SenatorLeahy and I are calling on POTUS to make this a priority."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2021
Tweet - "This commonsense legislation will help reform our criminal justice system so that it better lives up to the ideals of true justice & equality under the law. I join my colleagues in applauding the House for its vote today and urge my colleagues in the Senate to support this bill."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2021
Durbin Statement On Refugee Consultation With Biden Administration
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2021
Tweet - "Here's what the Big Lie looks like in Arizona: $6 million wasted on an investigation built on misleading data and conspiracy theories, only to find out that Joe Biden won by an even bigger margin in Maricopa County than previously reported."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 27, 2021
Foster Announces Federal Funding for Programs to Combat Youth Substance Use in Naperville and Aurora
Rep.Bill Foster
Sept. 27, 2021
Rep. Kelly Announces Federal Grant Promoting Women's Right to Equal Pay
Rep.Robin Kelly
Sept. 24, 2021
Tweet - "Great to visit Little Village today with @SenAlexPadilla and hear from the Little Village Chamber of Commerce on how federal small business assistance programs like the PPP allowed local businesses to survive and support their communities."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2021
Coons, Cornyn Bill to Expand Federal Expungement Approved by Key Senate Committee
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 24, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Quigley, Schakowsky, Escobar Call for End to Deputization of Local Police as Immigration Enforcement
Rep.Mike Quigley
Sept. 24, 2021
Tweet - "Coaches & medical professionals are important people in our lives--but there's bad actors, and from Nassar to the Blackhawks, it is increasingly clear that many institutions in place don't offer adequate protections for children from these predators. My latest in @chicagotribune:"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2021
Casten, Duckworth Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Educational Support Professionals Access Benefits Through FMLA
Rep.Sean Casten
Sept. 22, 2021
Durbin Statement On Police Reform Negotiations
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2021
Cassidy, Menendez Lead Bipartisan Group on Senate Resolution Supporting Venezuelan Women and Children
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 22, 2021
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Urges Senate To Find Way Forward For Immigration In Build Back Better Act, Including Provisions To Raise Significant Revenue By Clearing The Employment-Based Green Card Backlog
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 21, 2021
Rep. Kelly Releases Statement on Reports of Mistreatment of Haitian Migrants at the Border
Rep.Robin Kelly
Sept. 21, 2021
Rep. Casten Votes to Keep the Government Open, Deliver Emergency Relief, Prevent Catastrophic Default
Rep.Sean Casten
Sept. 21, 2021
Letter to David Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - Call to Remove "Harmful Content" Label
Rep.Mike Bost, ...
Sept. 21, 2021
Tweet - "The current treatment of Haitian refugees at our southern border is unacceptable. Haitians seeking refuge in the United States must be treated with the respect due to every human being."
Sen.Dick Durbin
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