| April 13, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitchell McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Amid Coronavirus Pandemic, Klobuchar, Murkowski, Casey, Colleagues Urge Support for Victims and Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| April 13, 2020
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Feinstein, Harris, Colleagues Reintroduce Resolution Designating April 11-17 as Black Maternal Health Week
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| April 9, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, House Minority Leader - Davis Leads 114 Members in Support of Domestic Violence Shelters
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Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
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| April 8, 2020
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Tweet - ". @DHSOIG must investigate reports of mistreatment of pregnant detainees by CBP. There is no excuse -- especially in the midst of an unprecedented global pandemic -- for Border Patrol to delay or deny medical treatment to pregnant women."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 7, 2020
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Durbin Statement On GAO Report Underscoring Need To Address Maternal Mortality Crisis
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 7, 2020
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Tweet - "I requested this report alongside @PattyMurray in 2018. What it describes is a national tragedy. No nation as rich and advanced as the United States should have new moms and infants--especially women and babies of color--dying at the rates we are currently seeing."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 31, 2020
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Tweet - "This #EqualPayDay, I'm thinking about the women with jobs on the frontline & in industries currently experiencing massive layoffs who will be severely impacted by #COVID19. This pandemic is yet another reminder of how important it is to end the gender pay gap."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 23, 2020
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Letter to Lynn Johnson, Administration for Children and Families, and Laura Rogers, Acting Director of the Office on Violence Against Women - Wyden Urges Administration to Help Victims and Survivors of Domestic Violence During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| March 12, 2020
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Rep. Horn Introduces Bill Recognizing Girl Scouts on 108th Birthday
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| March 10, 2020
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Clay Unveils Historic Legislative Package to Address America's Black Maternal Health Crisis
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| March 10, 2020
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Baldwin Helps Introduce Historic Legislative Package to Address America's Black Maternal Health Crisis
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| March 10, 2020
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Kennedy, Underwood, Katko introduce maternal mental health bill
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| March 10, 2020
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Rep. Pressley Fights for Justice for Incarcerated Mothers
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| March 10, 2020
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Reps. Adams and Rep. Underwood, and Senator Harris Unveil Historic Legislative Package to Address America's Black Maternal Health Crisis
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| March 10, 2020
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Schakowsky Introduces Legislation to Address Black Maternal Health
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| March 10, 2020
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Tweet - "This #WomensHistoryMonth, it's an honor to recognize Illinois' own Carol Moseley Braun, the first woman of color elected to the U.S. Senate. Senator Braun was a trailblazer for our democracy & her leadership opened doors for women in public service across the country."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 10, 2020
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McEachin and Members of the Black Maternal Health Caucus Unveil Historic Legislative Package to Address America's Black Maternal Health Crisis
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| March 9, 2020
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June Medical Services V. Russo
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| March 8, 2020
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Tweet - "This #InternationalWomensDay, we recognize the vast and significant accomplishments of women across the globe. As we strive to reach #genderequality, we must continue to empower and support the next generation of women. #IWD2020"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 7, 2020
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Tweet - "It's been a year since the House passed the Violence Against Women Act reauthorization. Sen. McConnell has yet to hold a vote on this bill to strengthen services and protections for survivors of domestic abuse. The American people deserve better than this do-nothing Senate."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 5, 2020
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June Medical Services V. Russo
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| March 5, 2020
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Cardin, Duckworth, Scott and Collins Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Women Entrepreneurs
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| March 4, 2020
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Tweet - "Women's access to health care is on the line today at the Supreme Court. The June Medical Services decision could impact the future of abortion access in states across the country that are working to restrict care. Every woman has the right to choose. We must defend that right."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 4, 2020
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Reproductive Justice for Women
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Rep. Chuy Garcia
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| Feb. 28, 2020
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Underwood Unveils New Economic Agenda to Strengthen Support for Women
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| Feb. 26, 2020
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Tweet - "This #BlackHistoryMonth, I'm celebrating Helen Octavia Dickens, the daughter of a former slave who went on to graduate from the @uiccom & become the first African American woman admitted to the @AmCollSurgeons ."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 25, 2020
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Durbin: If You Want To Reduce Infant & Maternal Death Rates, Pass The MOMMA Act
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 25, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Michael Missal, Inspector General of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Senator Murray Leads Call for Investigation into VA's Handling of Sexual Assault Report at DC VA Medical Center
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Feb. 25, 2020
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Casten Condemns the Senate's Consideration of Anti-Choice Legislation
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Rep. Sean Casten
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| Feb. 24, 2020
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Letter to David Ferriero, U.S. Archivist for the National Archives and Records Administration - Speier, Members of Congress Urge Archivist to Certify ERA Now!
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Rep. Danny Davis, ...
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| Feb. 20, 2020
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Letter to Shar Dubey, President of Match Group - Schakowsky, Kuster Lead Letter to Match Group President Calling for Improvements to Protect Users from Registered Sex Offenders on Dating Apps
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Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
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| Feb. 19, 2020
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Letter to Hon. Alex Azar II, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Wyden, Merkley Push Trump Administration to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Feb. 19, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Duckworth, Durbin Join Senators in Demanding Answers About Reported Mistreatment of Pregnant Detainees by CBP
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Feb. 14, 2020
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One Day After the House Passage of the Resolution to Remove Deadline, Underwood Holds Press Conference on the Important of the Equal Rights Amendment
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| Feb. 13, 2020
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Tweet - "It's time for the Constitution to unequivocally state that everyone is equal under the law, regardless of sex. Now that the House has done its job, the Senate must remove the deadline and pass the #ERA. #ERANow"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 12, 2020
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Tweet - "Today, the House Energy & Commerce Health Subcommittee held a hearing on the Women's Health Protection Act. This bill protects a woman's personal right to choose and I'm a proud cosponsor in the Senate. #ActForWomen"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 11, 2020
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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"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 2, 2020
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Tweet - "I am deeply troubled by the latest DOD report finding female Cadets & Midshipmen have a 1 in 4 chance of being sexually assaulted. DOD must act quickly to change the academies' culture & inform Congress of its prevention funding needs."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Democratic Women's Caucus Members Send Letter to President Trump Condemning His Continuing Degradation of Women
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Tweet - "11 years ago this week, the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act was signed into law, closing loopholes that allow for gender-based wage discrimination. But we've still got work to do - it's time to pass the #PaycheckFairness Act to help close the pay gap for good."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 28, 2020
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Underwood Continues Her Work to Improve Maternal Health Outcomes
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| Jan. 24, 2020
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Support Grows for Ernst's Female Body Armor Bill
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Jan. 23, 2020
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Tweet - "Cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates are higher than the national average in Chicago--especially among women of color. Screenings are covered under the Affordable Care Act and awareness can help save lives."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 23, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Congresswoman Kelly Engages New SBA Administrator on Concerns Related to SBA Programs Preventing Equity Investment in Women and Minority-Owned Businesses
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Rep. Robin Kelly
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| Jan. 18, 2020
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Tweet - "Winter weather couldn't stop hundreds from showing up to #WomensMarchChicago2020. I was honored to join so many today in the fight for equal rights. #makeitcount"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 17, 2020
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Tweet - "Women veterans have made amazing contributions to our armed forces that have gone unheralded for far too long. Proud to support the 49,000+ women veterans who call Illinois home and initiatives that recognize them like the "I Am Not Invisible" campaign."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 16, 2020
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Brooks Introduces Bill to Address Maternal Health Crisis Using Technology
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Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
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| Jan. 14, 2020
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Tweet - "Thanks to the #ACA, being a woman is no longer considered a pre-existing condition, insurers can't charge women higher premiums than men, & health plans must cover maternity/newborn care, mammograms, and contraceptive care. We can't let Pres. Trump take that away. #ProtectOurCare"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 9, 2020
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Booker, Merkley, Murkowski, Duckworth Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Breastfeeding Protections At Work
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Jan. 8, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Alez Azar, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services - Schakowsky Slams New Trump Rule To Impose Restrictions On Reproductive Health Care
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| Dec. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "Houston Police Chief Acevedo has it right. The NRA has such a tight grip on Republican members of Congress that they are refusing to pass the Violence Against Women Act because of a provision that would keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers. What a disgrace."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Dec. 11, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Democratic Women's Caucus and The Democratic Policy and Communications Committee Lead 84 Congresswomen in Demanding Senate Action on Key Legislation Impacting Women and Their Families
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Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Tweet - "250 days ago, the House passed the Violence Against Women Act. It has been sitting on the Senate Calendar ever since, and Senate Majority Leader McConnell has refused to bring it the floor for a vote. Sadly, #VAWA is one of many such bills. What a way to waste the Senate."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Schakowsky, Pressley Question Johnson & Johnson on Harmful Products and Targeted Marketing to Women & Girls of Color
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Dec. 3, 2019
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Tweet - "I will vote against Sarah Pitlyk's nomination to the district court in Missouri tomorrow. Her lack of qualifications and record of attacking women's reproductive rights make her entirely unfit to be a federal trial judge. I hope my colleagues will join me."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Dec. 2, 2019
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Tweet - "Sarah Pitlyk lacks the basic qualifications and experience required of a federal trial judge and has dedicated much of her career to attacking women's reproductive rights. I will oppose her nomination and hope my colleagues will join me in doing so. #StopPitlyk"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 25, 2019
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Schakowsky Introduces Bill To Prevent And Respond To Gender-Based Violence Worldwide
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| Nov. 20, 2019
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U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee Takes Major Action on America's Maternal Mortality Crisis
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Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
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| Nov. 19, 2019
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Recognizing National Women Veterans United
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 15, 2019
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Tweet - "Maternal death rates are far too high in the United States, which is why I introduced the MOMMA Act with @RepRobinKelly to improve health outcomes for new moms and babies--especially women and infants of colors."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 14, 2019
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Rep. Pressley, Colleagues Announce Successful Committee Markup of Critical Bipartisan Maternal Health Legislation
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| Nov. 14, 2019
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Reed, Whitehouse join Senate Democrats in introducing House-passed Violence Against Women Act
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Nov. 13, 2019
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U.S. House Subcommittee Takes Major Congressional Action on America's Maternal Mortality Crisis
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Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
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| Nov. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "Thousands of women in Illinois depend on @PPFA for quality health care. I'm looking forward to working with @PPFA Acting President & CEO @alexismcgill to adequately fund Planned Parenthood & push back against the Trump Admin's harmful "gag rule.""
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "The House passed the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization 223 days ago. Senator McConnell has yet to hold a vote in the Senate. The House is doing its job for the American people, Senate Republicans are not. The Senate remains little more than a legislative graveyard."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 13, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, U.S. Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Seema Verma, Admin. for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service's Centers for Medicare and Medicaid - Warren, Blunt Rochester, Colleagues Question HHS and CMS on Efforts to Reduce Maternal Mortality
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Nov. 12, 2019
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Deborah Sampson Act
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| Nov. 9, 2019
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Tweet - "It was an honor to meet and spend time with National Women Veterans United, the only women"s veterans center in Illinois. We must take care of all our returning veterans and make sure they have the resources they need to transition back to civilian life."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 31, 2019
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Tweet - "It's unacceptable that there are still women in the United States who have to choose between a paycheck and a healthy pregnancy. Congress must pass legislation to #ProtectPregnantWorkers and finally end pregnancy discrimination once and for all."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 29, 2019
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Durbin Calls On Senate To Pass MOMMA Act To Reduce Maternal & Infant Mortality Rates
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 29, 2019
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Tweet - "Senate Republicans, yet again, objected to consideration of a bill that would help families nationwide. Senator McConnell's legislative graveyard goes on."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 29, 2019
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Tweet - "Going to the Senate floor to ask unanimous consent for my Mothers and Offspring Mortality and Morbidity Awareness (MOMMA) Act. This bill is intended to help lower America's rising maternal and infant mortality rates and reduce racial disparities in health"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 28, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Benjamin Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Cortez Masto, Senate Democrats Slam Carson for Undercutting Transgender Rights
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Oct. 23, 2019
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Durbin, Duckworth Announce Nearly $11 Million In VAWA Funding For Illinois
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Oct. 18, 2019
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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."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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