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March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Joining @MeetThePress on @MSNBC shortly to discuss the ongoing efforts in the Senate to address the coronavirus outbreak. Make sure to tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "For all those worried about paying off student loans during this coronavirus pandemic - @theSBPC and @AFTunion will be hosting a webinar this Friday to answer your questions. It will be free and open to the public. Join the webcast here: https://protectborrowers.org/webinar/." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to hear President Trump will be invoking his DPA authority, as @SenateDems called on him to do yesterday. Hopefully he will use this authority to get much-needed health care supplies to states with shortages, like Illinois, who are struggling to contain this pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - ". @alzassociation provides critical funding towards medical research & our nation's caregivers. This pandemic will undoubtedly impact nonprofits, & during my call with @alzassociation CEO Harry Johns, I reiterated that I won't forget about these organizations during this crisis." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Horrified by reports of discrimination & hate directed toward Chinese & Asian-Americans. Government officials should lead by example & stop using inflammatory & xenophobic language when discussing COVID-19. It's unacceptable and particularly harmful during this moment of crisis." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Over the course of just one week, most of America went from business-as-usual to a virtual shutdown, sending millions of families into economic uncertainty. We must provide direct cash support to Americans so they can make ends meet, keep the lights on, & a roof over their heads." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Illinoisans -- go to http://coronavirus.illinois.gov for the latest information & updates on the coronavirus outbreak in our state. And as always, please make sure to follow @CDCgov guidelines & practice social distancing. We can only slow the spread of this virus by working together." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Caranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Pingree & Golden to SBA: Offer Zero-Interest Loans to Small Businesses, Nonprofits Facing COVID-19 Impacts Rep. Danny Davis, ...
March 18, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Duckworth Calls on DOD & HHS to Immediately Begin Training Civilian Healthcare Workers to use DOD Ventilators Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Durbin, Duckworth Join Bipartisan Group Of Senators In Urging Trump Administration To Expand Access To Telehealth Services To Rural Communities During Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With Alzheimer's Association Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Ways and Means Leaders Urge Social Security Administration to Safeguard Health and Minimize Disruptions Amid Coronavirus Crisis Rep. Danny Davis, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With Darden Restaurants Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Peterson Pressing VA for Answers on Coronavirus Response Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Discusses DOD Coronavirus Response With Defense Secretary Esper Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to Mark Begor, Chairman and CEO of Equifax, Christopher Cartwright, President and CEO of TransUnion, and Craig Boundy, CEO of Experian North America - Representatives García, Clay, Tlaib Tell the Credit Reporting Agencies: Don't Report Adverse Credit Events During COVID-19 Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave Bill In Response To Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Continues Call For Senate To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act Immediately Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Durbin, Colleagues, Call For Direct Cash Assistance To Help Americans Weather Economic Fallout Of Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With AAR CORP CEO Sen. Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, the Hon. Kevin Brady, Ranking Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee - Reps. Titus, Bilirakis Lead Colleagues in Urging House Leadership to Protect Travel and Tourism Jobs in Recovery Package Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Illinois Congressional Delegation Urges Small Business Administration To Approve Federal Loan Assistance For Illinois In Response To Coronavirus Rep. Mike Bost, ...
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, Matthew Albence, Acting Dir. of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection - Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Seek Answers On Coronavirus Preparedness In Immigration Detention Facilities Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Calabria, Dir. of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Rep. Axne Tells Federal Housing Leaders to Halt Foreclosures on Federally Backed Properties Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "On my call with @CDCDirector Redfield today, I expressed my concern about the coronavirus test kit situation in Illinois. The state is worried about running out of supplies in the near future if the CDC doesn't provide more assistance." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the first death in Illinois from #COVID19. My statement with @SenDuckworth :" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "The coronavirus pandemic is creating shortages of test kit supplies, protective equipment, & ventilators, straining health providers & first responders. Under the Defense Production Act, the President has the authority to boost domestic manufacturing during national emergencies." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus is changing life as we know it. This Administration must step up to help states keep people safe. I called @IDPH Director Dr. Ezike today & promised to continue pushing for more test kit supplies & personal protective gear to address this pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "I'm joining @ChrisJansing on @MSNBC momentarily to talk about the coronavirus outbreak and how Congress is responding. Tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "There is no reason for the Senate to delay passing the #FamiliesFirst Coronavirus Response Act. We must move quickly. We are putting the American people at higher risk with every day that passes." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Meuser Statement on Voting for the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Today @SenDuckworth & I wrote to @HHSGov Sec. Azar demanding immediate action to fulfill the @IDPH 's unanswered request for the personal protective equipment health care workers rely on - masks, respirators, gloves - from the federal Strategic National Stockpile." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Reps. Larson, DeLauro, Hayes Lead Letter Urging Social Security Administration to Protect Workers Against Coronavirus Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Raskin, 65 colleagues push president to mobilize DOD resources against COVID-19 Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Rep. Pressley, Colleagues Oppose Any Bailout of Oil and Gas Industry in Coronavirus Stimulus Package Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "As we work to address this public health pandemic, it's vital for the federal gov't to partner with state & local leaders who are on the front lines combating the spread of this virus. We must also ensure cities & states are reimbursed for their efforts." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin Pushes For More Coronavirus Test Kit Supplies On Call With CDC Director Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Older Americans are at a higher risk when dealing with #COVID19. Please make sure you follow @CDCgov guidelines & keep the older adults in your life in mind during this difficult time. Every American -- young & old -- bears the responsibility of slowing the spread of this virus." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin Receives Update From Illinois Director Of Public Health On Coronavirus Response Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Senators Urge President To Use Existing DPA Authority To Address Shortages Of Medical Equipment Needed To Treat And Prevent Spread Of COVID-19 Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Durbin: Why Are We Waiting To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act? Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On First Coronavirus-Related Death In Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Press Trump Administration For Testing Kit Supplies & Personal Protective Equipment For Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Congress must provide Americans w/the resources they need to survive this pandemic. To begin, that means: - free & available testing - lunches for children missing school - paid sick & family leave - unemployment compensation for those who lose their jobs Let's get this done." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Announce Federal Funding For Illinois & City Of Chicago Amid Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "We are in the middle of a health care emergency. It's time for Senators from both parties to come together & do our jobs. We should pass the #FamiliesFirst Coronavirus Response Act tonight. We were sent here to act -- let's do it." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Important updates and information from @GovPritzker . Illinoisans - if you're without access to paid sick leave or unable to work because of coronavirus, please contact the Illinois Department of Employment Security with the information below." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Durbin To McConnell: Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act Immediately Sen. Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Expand Free Coronavirus Testing To People On Private Insurance, On Medicare, Medicaid, And The Uninsured Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Durbin, Colleagues Push To Ensure All Students Can Remotely Continue Education During Coronavirus Emergency Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Date Title Politician
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Joining @MeetThePress on @MSNBC shortly to discuss the ongoing efforts in the Senate to address the coronavirus outbreak. Make sure to tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "For all those worried about paying off student loans during this coronavirus pandemic - @theSBPC and @AFTunion will be hosting a webinar this Friday to answer your questions. It will be free and open to the public. Join the webcast here: https://protectborrowers.org/webinar/." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to hear President Trump will be invoking his DPA authority, as @SenateDems called on him to do yesterday. Hopefully he will use this authority to get much-needed health care supplies to states with shortages, like Illinois, who are struggling to contain this pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - ". @alzassociation provides critical funding towards medical research & our nation's caregivers. This pandemic will undoubtedly impact nonprofits, & during my call with @alzassociation CEO Harry Johns, I reiterated that I won't forget about these organizations during this crisis." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Horrified by reports of discrimination & hate directed toward Chinese & Asian-Americans. Government officials should lead by example & stop using inflammatory & xenophobic language when discussing COVID-19. It's unacceptable and particularly harmful during this moment of crisis." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Over the course of just one week, most of America went from business-as-usual to a virtual shutdown, sending millions of families into economic uncertainty. We must provide direct cash support to Americans so they can make ends meet, keep the lights on, & a roof over their heads." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "Illinoisans -- go to http://coronavirus.illinois.gov for the latest information & updates on the coronavirus outbreak in our state. And as always, please make sure to follow @CDCgov guidelines & practice social distancing. We can only slow the spread of this virus by working together." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Caranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Pingree & Golden to SBA: Offer Zero-Interest Loans to Small Businesses, Nonprofits Facing COVID-19 Impacts Rep.Danny Davis, ...
March 18, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Duckworth Calls on DOD & HHS to Immediately Begin Training Civilian Healthcare Workers to use DOD Ventilators Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Durbin, Duckworth Join Bipartisan Group Of Senators In Urging Trump Administration To Expand Access To Telehealth Services To Rural Communities During Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With Alzheimer's Association Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Ways and Means Leaders Urge Social Security Administration to Safeguard Health and Minimize Disruptions Amid Coronavirus Crisis Rep.Danny Davis, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With Darden Restaurants Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Peterson Pressing VA for Answers on Coronavirus Response Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Discusses DOD Coronavirus Response With Defense Secretary Esper Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to Mark Begor, Chairman and CEO of Equifax, Christopher Cartwright, President and CEO of TransUnion, and Craig Boundy, CEO of Experian North America - Representatives García, Clay, Tlaib Tell the Credit Reporting Agencies: Don't Report Adverse Credit Events During COVID-19 Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave Bill In Response To Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Continues Call For Senate To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act Immediately Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Durbin, Colleagues, Call For Direct Cash Assistance To Help Americans Weather Economic Fallout Of Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 18, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With AAR CORP CEO Sen.Dick Durbin
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, the Hon. Kevin Brady, Ranking Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee - Reps. Titus, Bilirakis Lead Colleagues in Urging House Leadership to Protect Travel and Tourism Jobs in Recovery Package Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Illinois Congressional Delegation Urges Small Business Administration To Approve Federal Loan Assistance For Illinois In Response To Coronavirus Rep.Mike Bost, ...
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, Matthew Albence, Acting Dir. of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection - Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Seek Answers On Coronavirus Preparedness In Immigration Detention Facilities Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Calabria, Dir. of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Rep. Axne Tells Federal Housing Leaders to Halt Foreclosures on Federally Backed Properties Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "On my call with @CDCDirector Redfield today, I expressed my concern about the coronavirus test kit situation in Illinois. The state is worried about running out of supplies in the near future if the CDC doesn't provide more assistance." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply saddened by the first death in Illinois from #COVID19. My statement with @SenDuckworth :" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "The coronavirus pandemic is creating shortages of test kit supplies, protective equipment, & ventilators, straining health providers & first responders. Under the Defense Production Act, the President has the authority to boost domestic manufacturing during national emergencies." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus is changing life as we know it. This Administration must step up to help states keep people safe. I called @IDPH Director Dr. Ezike today & promised to continue pushing for more test kit supplies & personal protective gear to address this pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "I'm joining @ChrisJansing on @MSNBC momentarily to talk about the coronavirus outbreak and how Congress is responding. Tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "There is no reason for the Senate to delay passing the #FamiliesFirst Coronavirus Response Act. We must move quickly. We are putting the American people at higher risk with every day that passes." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Meuser Statement on Voting for the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Today @SenDuckworth & I wrote to @HHSGov Sec. Azar demanding immediate action to fulfill the @IDPH 's unanswered request for the personal protective equipment health care workers rely on - masks, respirators, gloves - from the federal Strategic National Stockpile." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Reps. Larson, DeLauro, Hayes Lead Letter Urging Social Security Administration to Protect Workers Against Coronavirus Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Raskin, 65 colleagues push president to mobilize DOD resources against COVID-19 Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Rep. Pressley, Colleagues Oppose Any Bailout of Oil and Gas Industry in Coronavirus Stimulus Package Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "As we work to address this public health pandemic, it's vital for the federal gov't to partner with state & local leaders who are on the front lines combating the spread of this virus. We must also ensure cities & states are reimbursed for their efforts." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin Pushes For More Coronavirus Test Kit Supplies On Call With CDC Director Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Older Americans are at a higher risk when dealing with #COVID19. Please make sure you follow @CDCgov guidelines & keep the older adults in your life in mind during this difficult time. Every American -- young & old -- bears the responsibility of slowing the spread of this virus." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin Receives Update From Illinois Director Of Public Health On Coronavirus Response Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Senators Urge President To Use Existing DPA Authority To Address Shortages Of Medical Equipment Needed To Treat And Prevent Spread Of COVID-19 Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Durbin: Why Are We Waiting To Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act? Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On First Coronavirus-Related Death In Illinois Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Press Trump Administration For Testing Kit Supplies & Personal Protective Equipment For Illinois Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Congress must provide Americans w/the resources they need to survive this pandemic. To begin, that means: - free & available testing - lunches for children missing school - paid sick & family leave - unemployment compensation for those who lose their jobs Let's get this done." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Announce Federal Funding For Illinois & City Of Chicago Amid Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "We are in the middle of a health care emergency. It's time for Senators from both parties to come together & do our jobs. We should pass the #FamiliesFirst Coronavirus Response Act tonight. We were sent here to act -- let's do it." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Tweet - "Important updates and information from @GovPritzker . Illinoisans - if you're without access to paid sick leave or unable to work because of coronavirus, please contact the Illinois Department of Employment Security with the information below." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Durbin To McConnell: Pass Families First Coronavirus Response Act Immediately Sen.Dick Durbin
March 16, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Expand Free Coronavirus Testing To People On Private Insurance, On Medicare, Medicaid, And The Uninsured Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Durbin, Colleagues Push To Ensure All Students Can Remotely Continue Education During Coronavirus Emergency Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
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