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June 8, 2021
Reps. Schakowsky, Grijalva, and Slotkin Reintroduce SSI Restoration Act to Make Urgently Needed Updates to Help Seniors and Disabled Individuals
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
June 4, 2021
Davis, Walorski, Larson, Reed Issue Statement on Gao Report on Benefits Paid to Foster Youth by The Social Security Administration
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
May 27, 2021
Economic Recovery
Sen. Dick Durbin
May 19, 2021
Herrera Beutler Introduces Bipartisan Helping MOMS Act
Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
May 17, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Reps. Gomez and Moore Lead Ways and Means Democrats in Calling on President Biden to Enact Recurring Direct Payments and Unemployment Benefits in Economic Crises
Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
May 13, 2021
LaHood, Walorski Reintroduce BRIDGE for Workers
Rep. Darin LaHood
May 7, 2021
Letter to the Honorable Andrew Saul Commissioner Social Security Administration - Larson, Davis call of Social Security Administration to Revoke Harmful Rule
Rep. Danny Davis
April 23, 2021
LaHood, Bipartisan Group Reintroduce Public Service Retirement Fairness Act
Rep. Darin LaHood
April 23, 2021
Durbin Meets Virtually With International Alliance Of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 2 To Discuss Benefits In The American Rescue Plan
Sen. Dick Durbin
April 23, 2021
Tweet - "Glad to join @IATSE Local 2 virtually today to discuss the American Rescue Plan and its benefits for working families and organized labor."
Sen. Dick Durbin
April 20, 2021
Letter to the Hon. David Price, Chairman of the House subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies, and Mario Diaz-Balart, Ranking Member - Congresswoman Gwen Moore Leads Effort in Calling for A Funding Increase for Mckinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Grant Programs
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
April 19, 2021
Letter to Hon. Isabella Guzman, Administrator of Small Business Administration - Cantwell, Colleagues Send Letter to Small Business Administration Urging Opening of Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Application Portal, Highlighting Critical Needs of Venues
Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
April 19, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States; and Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States - Rep. Bowman and Sens. Brown, Sanders, and Warren Lead Colleagues in Calling for Desperately-Needed Expansions and Improvements to SSI Program
Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
April 13, 2021
Maloney and Durbin Reintroduce Bicameral Bill to Increase Access to Broadband Service Share
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
April 13, 2021
Schneider's Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Cuts to Hospital Payments During COVID Heads to President's Desk
Rep. Brad Schneider
April 8, 2021
Tweet - "Thanks to @GlobalAgDev for inviting me to speak at their panel discussion about the USDA Farmers to Families Food Box Program. This critical COVID relief program has delivered millions of boxes of fresh food to people experiencing food insecurity."
Sen. Dick Durbin
April 1, 2021
Tweet - "I'm joining a group of @SenateDems in calling for recurring stimulus checks and automatic unemployment extensions tied to economic conditions. COVID-19 is far from over and now is not the time to relent in our efforts to aid struggling Americans."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 26, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Booker, Brown, Bennet, Wyden, Warnock Lead Senate Democrats in Push to Make Critical Tax Cuts for Workers & Families Permanent in Next Recovery Bill
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 19, 2021
Preventing Paygo Sequestration
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
March 19, 2021
Duckworth Meets with Illinois Municipal League to Discuss American Rescue Plan's Relief Funding for Local Governments
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "Even before COVID-19, 1 in 9 Illinoisans struggled with access to consistent meals. Today I heard from IL food banks about how the pandemic has only exacerbated the challenges they're facing. I'll keep doing everything I can to make sure Illinoisans have food on the table."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 17, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Legislative Priorities with Southern Illinois Leaders
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 11, 2021
Underwood Supports Passage of American Rescue Plan to Deliver Urgently Needed Relief to Illinois Families and Communities; Legislation Heads to President to Be Signed Into Law
Rep. Lauren Underwood
March 10, 2021
Schakowsky Votes to Send American Rescue Plan to President Biden's Desk
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
March 10, 2021
Foster Statement on Final Passage of American Rescue Plan
Rep. Bill Foster
March 10, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Marcia Fudge as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 10, 2021
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Hails Final Passage Of The American Rescue Plan Act Including State And Local Aid Provisions He Championed
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
March 9, 2021
American Rescue Plan Will Make Economy Stronger
Rep. Sean Casten
March 9, 2021
Bringing America Back to Normal with American Rescue Plan
Rep. Brad Schneider
March 6, 2021
Durbin, Axne Announce Their Provision To Provide Tax Relief For Unemployed Americans Included In American Rescue Plan
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 6, 2021
Duckworth Helps Secure Millions in Funding to Help Low-Income Families Address Their Diaper Needs
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 6, 2021
Tweet - "Pleased to see that my provision with @RepCindyAxne to provide tax relief to unemployed Americans will be included in the American Rescue Plan. This is welcome news to the millions of Americans relying on unemployment benefits to get by during this pandemic."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 6, 2021
Duckworth and Durbin Announce Illinois Wins in Covid-19 Relief Bill
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 6, 2021
Tweet - "Proud that my provision w/@SenDuckworth & @RepRobinKelly to extend health care coverage for new moms on Medicaid from 60 days after pregnancy to 1 year is included in Biden's Rescue Plan. It'll help save lives of new mothers, especially women of color."
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 6, 2021
Durbin, Duckworth Announce Their Provision Expanding Online SNAP Purchasing Included In American Rescue Plan
Sen. Dick Durbin
March 5, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Larson, Reed, Davis, Walorski Demand Transparency from SSA on Customer Service Policies During Covid-19 Pandemi
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
March 3, 2021
Letter to Honorable Charles Schumer, Majority Leader - Duckworth, Durbin & Colleagues Advocate to Protect Americans from Losing Access to Vital Utilities During Pandemic
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 3, 2021
Letter to Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Feinstein, Merkley, Colleagues Push to Protect Americans From Losing Access to Vital Utilities During Pandemic
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 2, 2021
Tweet - "Families across America are struggling to keep a roof over their head and food on the table--there is no reason to tax unemployment benefits during this crisis."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2021
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Votes In Favor Of The American Rescue Plan Act Of 2021 After Spearheading Inclusion Of State And Local Aid Funding
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 27, 2021
Underwood Votes to Pass American Rescue Plan and To Deliver Urgently Needed Resources to Illinois Families Facing the Coronavirus Pandemic
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Feb. 27, 2021
Schakowsky Statement on Passage of American Rescue Plan
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Feb. 26, 2021
Congresswoman Kelly, Davis, Frankel Reintroduce Expanding SNAP Options Act
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Feb. 25, 2021
Tweet - "This study confirms a major problem: Big Pharma is making a killing from Medicare payments on discarded medication, while seniors pay. @SenRobPortman and I have legislation--the REFUND Act--to end Big Pharma's colossal waste and save billions."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 22, 2021
Letter to Speaker Pelosi, Leader Hoyer, and Whip Clyburn - Congresswoman Ross Urges Additional COVID-19 Relief for Struggling Cities, States, Local & Tribal Governments
Rep. Bill Foster, ...
Feb. 16, 2021
Casten, DelBene Introduce Bill to Boost Non-Profit Unemployment Insurance
Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Feb. 12, 2021
Underwood's Health Care Affordability Act, Included in President Biden's American Rescue Plan, Advances out Of Ways and Means Committee
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Feb. 11, 2021
Letter to Hon. Patty Murray, Chair of Senate Health, Eduction, Labor, and Pensions Committee; Hon. Richard Burr, Ranking Member of Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee; Hon. Bernard Sanders, Chair of Senate Budget Committee; and Hon. Lindsey Graham, Ranking Member of Senate Budget Committee - Gillibrand Leads Senate Colleagues In Call To Deliver More Than $1 Billion In Funding To Help Older Adults During The COVID-19 Crisis, Including Millions To Bolster Nutrition Services And Support Vaccination Efforts In Next Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 10, 2021
Tweet - "Congress needs to be doing everything we can to help struggling American families keep food on their tables. That's why I am introducing legislation with @SenDuckworth and @SenateDems to increase access to online grocery shopping for SNAP beneficiaries."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 9, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Mitch McConnell, Senate minority leader, and Kevin Mccarthy, House Minority Leader - Jayapal & Blunt Rochester Lead Call to Protect Survival Checks for Millions of Americans
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Date
Title
Politician
June 8, 2021
Reps. Schakowsky, Grijalva, and Slotkin Reintroduce SSI Restoration Act to Make Urgently Needed Updates to Help Seniors and Disabled Individuals
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
June 4, 2021
Davis, Walorski, Larson, Reed Issue Statement on Gao Report on Benefits Paid to Foster Youth by The Social Security Administration
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
May 27, 2021
Economic Recovery
Sen.Dick Durbin
May 19, 2021
Herrera Beutler Introduces Bipartisan Helping MOMS Act
Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
May 17, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Reps. Gomez and Moore Lead Ways and Means Democrats in Calling on President Biden to Enact Recurring Direct Payments and Unemployment Benefits in Economic Crises
Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
May 13, 2021
LaHood, Walorski Reintroduce BRIDGE for Workers
Rep.Darin LaHood
May 7, 2021
Letter to the Honorable Andrew Saul Commissioner Social Security Administration - Larson, Davis call of Social Security Administration to Revoke Harmful Rule
Rep.Danny Davis
April 23, 2021
LaHood, Bipartisan Group Reintroduce Public Service Retirement Fairness Act
Rep.Darin LaHood
April 23, 2021
Durbin Meets Virtually With International Alliance Of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 2 To Discuss Benefits In The American Rescue Plan
Sen.Dick Durbin
April 23, 2021
Tweet - "Glad to join @IATSE Local 2 virtually today to discuss the American Rescue Plan and its benefits for working families and organized labor."
Sen.Dick Durbin
April 20, 2021
Letter to the Hon. David Price, Chairman of the House subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies, and Mario Diaz-Balart, Ranking Member - Congresswoman Gwen Moore Leads Effort in Calling for A Funding Increase for Mckinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Grant Programs
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
April 19, 2021
Letter to Hon. Isabella Guzman, Administrator of Small Business Administration - Cantwell, Colleagues Send Letter to Small Business Administration Urging Opening of Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Application Portal, Highlighting Critical Needs of Venues
Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
April 19, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States; and Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States - Rep. Bowman and Sens. Brown, Sanders, and Warren Lead Colleagues in Calling for Desperately-Needed Expansions and Improvements to SSI Program
Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
April 13, 2021
Maloney and Durbin Reintroduce Bicameral Bill to Increase Access to Broadband Service Share
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
April 13, 2021
Schneider's Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Cuts to Hospital Payments During COVID Heads to President's Desk
Rep.Brad Schneider
April 8, 2021
Tweet - "Thanks to @GlobalAgDev for inviting me to speak at their panel discussion about the USDA Farmers to Families Food Box Program. This critical COVID relief program has delivered millions of boxes of fresh food to people experiencing food insecurity."
Sen.Dick Durbin
April 1, 2021
Tweet - "I'm joining a group of @SenateDems in calling for recurring stimulus checks and automatic unemployment extensions tied to economic conditions. COVID-19 is far from over and now is not the time to relent in our efforts to aid struggling Americans."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 26, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Booker, Brown, Bennet, Wyden, Warnock Lead Senate Democrats in Push to Make Critical Tax Cuts for Workers & Families Permanent in Next Recovery Bill
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 19, 2021
Preventing Paygo Sequestration
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
March 19, 2021
Duckworth Meets with Illinois Municipal League to Discuss American Rescue Plan's Relief Funding for Local Governments
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 17, 2021
Tweet - "Even before COVID-19, 1 in 9 Illinoisans struggled with access to consistent meals. Today I heard from IL food banks about how the pandemic has only exacerbated the challenges they're facing. I'll keep doing everything I can to make sure Illinoisans have food on the table."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 17, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Legislative Priorities with Southern Illinois Leaders
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 11, 2021
Underwood Supports Passage of American Rescue Plan to Deliver Urgently Needed Relief to Illinois Families and Communities; Legislation Heads to President to Be Signed Into Law
Rep.Lauren Underwood
March 10, 2021
Schakowsky Votes to Send American Rescue Plan to President Biden's Desk
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
March 10, 2021
Foster Statement on Final Passage of American Rescue Plan
Rep.Bill Foster
March 10, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Marcia Fudge as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 10, 2021
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Hails Final Passage Of The American Rescue Plan Act Including State And Local Aid Provisions He Championed
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
March 9, 2021
American Rescue Plan Will Make Economy Stronger
Rep.Sean Casten
March 9, 2021
Bringing America Back to Normal with American Rescue Plan
Rep.Brad Schneider
March 6, 2021
Durbin, Axne Announce Their Provision To Provide Tax Relief For Unemployed Americans Included In American Rescue Plan
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 6, 2021
Duckworth Helps Secure Millions in Funding to Help Low-Income Families Address Their Diaper Needs
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 6, 2021
Tweet - "Pleased to see that my provision with @RepCindyAxne to provide tax relief to unemployed Americans will be included in the American Rescue Plan. This is welcome news to the millions of Americans relying on unemployment benefits to get by during this pandemic."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 6, 2021
Duckworth and Durbin Announce Illinois Wins in Covid-19 Relief Bill
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 6, 2021
Tweet - "Proud that my provision w/@SenDuckworth & @RepRobinKelly to extend health care coverage for new moms on Medicaid from 60 days after pregnancy to 1 year is included in Biden's Rescue Plan. It'll help save lives of new mothers, especially women of color."
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 6, 2021
Durbin, Duckworth Announce Their Provision Expanding Online SNAP Purchasing Included In American Rescue Plan
Sen.Dick Durbin
March 5, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Larson, Reed, Davis, Walorski Demand Transparency from SSA on Customer Service Policies During Covid-19 Pandemi
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
March 3, 2021
Letter to Honorable Charles Schumer, Majority Leader - Duckworth, Durbin & Colleagues Advocate to Protect Americans from Losing Access to Vital Utilities During Pandemic
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 3, 2021
Letter to Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Feinstein, Merkley, Colleagues Push to Protect Americans From Losing Access to Vital Utilities During Pandemic
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 2, 2021
Tweet - "Families across America are struggling to keep a roof over their head and food on the table--there is no reason to tax unemployment benefits during this crisis."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2021
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Votes In Favor Of The American Rescue Plan Act Of 2021 After Spearheading Inclusion Of State And Local Aid Funding
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 27, 2021
Underwood Votes to Pass American Rescue Plan and To Deliver Urgently Needed Resources to Illinois Families Facing the Coronavirus Pandemic
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Feb. 27, 2021
Schakowsky Statement on Passage of American Rescue Plan
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Feb. 26, 2021
Congresswoman Kelly, Davis, Frankel Reintroduce Expanding SNAP Options Act
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Feb. 25, 2021
Tweet - "This study confirms a major problem: Big Pharma is making a killing from Medicare payments on discarded medication, while seniors pay. @SenRobPortman and I have legislation--the REFUND Act--to end Big Pharma's colossal waste and save billions."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 22, 2021
Letter to Speaker Pelosi, Leader Hoyer, and Whip Clyburn - Congresswoman Ross Urges Additional COVID-19 Relief for Struggling Cities, States, Local & Tribal Governments
Rep.Bill Foster, ...
Feb. 16, 2021
Casten, DelBene Introduce Bill to Boost Non-Profit Unemployment Insurance
Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Feb. 12, 2021
Underwood's Health Care Affordability Act, Included in President Biden's American Rescue Plan, Advances out Of Ways and Means Committee
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Feb. 11, 2021
Letter to Hon. Patty Murray, Chair of Senate Health, Eduction, Labor, and Pensions Committee; Hon. Richard Burr, Ranking Member of Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee; Hon. Bernard Sanders, Chair of Senate Budget Committee; and Hon. Lindsey Graham, Ranking Member of Senate Budget Committee - Gillibrand Leads Senate Colleagues In Call To Deliver More Than $1 Billion In Funding To Help Older Adults During The COVID-19 Crisis, Including Millions To Bolster Nutrition Services And Support Vaccination Efforts In Next Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 10, 2021
Tweet - "Congress needs to be doing everything we can to help struggling American families keep food on their tables. That's why I am introducing legislation with @SenDuckworth and @SenateDems to increase access to online grocery shopping for SNAP beneficiaries."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 9, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Mitch McConnell, Senate minority leader, and Kevin Mccarthy, House Minority Leader - Jayapal & Blunt Rochester Lead Call to Protect Survival Checks for Millions of Americans
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
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