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Dec. 10, 2020 Casten, Schakowsky, Foster, Kelly, Schneider, Underwood Unveil Illinois Climate Report Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Dec. 10, 2020 Reps. García, Pressley, and Jeffries Introduce Transit Parity Resolution Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 10, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi On FDA Vaccine Advisory Panel Review Of COVID-19 Vaccine Data: "Science Prevailed Over Politics" Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the Department of Labor - Levin Demands Answers on Worker Safety from OSHA After Explosive Reports Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Honorable Alex M. Azar II, Secretary of The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Robert R. Redfield, Director of The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention - Menendez Calls for Equity in Vaccine Distribution Ahead of FDA Meeting Thursday Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Bost Announces $7.8 Million Metro East Health Center Grant Rep. Mike Bost
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Jay Clayton, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission - Emmer Urges SEC to Provide Clarity for Digital Securities Rep. Bill Foster, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Reps. García and Scanlon Introduce Bill to Facilitate Voter Registration in Subsidized Housing Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Durbin, Warren, Nadler Introduce The Consumer Bankruptcy Reform Act Of 2020 Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Disappointed that my Republican colleagues decided to support President Trump's proposed arms sale to the UAE. Adding more advanced U.S. weaponry into the region, and to a country with a troubling role in the Yemen war and human rights record, deserved more consideration." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Just spoke with @aarpillinois about the impact COVID-19 is having on seniors in Illinois. It's imperative for the Senate to come together and pass an emergency relief bill that addresses hunger & provides funding to support nursing home residents and staff." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 8, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin, Inhofe, Davis, Napolitano Bill to Commemorate Route 66 Passes House and Now Headed to President's Desk Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 8, 2020 Duckworth Helps Introduce Bill to Provide Desperately Needed Funding for Home and Community-Based Services, Hazard Pay Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 8, 2020 House Approves Schneider Bill to Prevent Medicare Late Enrollment Penalties Rep. Brad Schneider
Dec. 8, 2020 Tweet - "The heroic efforts of our nation's frontline health care workers are inspiring a new generation of medical leaders. We should be doing everything we can to help these aspiring young scientists, doctors, & nurses realize their dreams & enter the health care workforce." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 8, 2020 Duckworth Meets with Illinois Farm Bureau to Discuss Upcoming Legislative Priorities Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 8, 2020 LaHood Votes to Improve Infrastructure Resources for Illinois Waterways Rep. Darin LaHood
Dec. 7, 2020 Tweet - "I saw @XavierBecerra's commitment to expanding health care up close when we passed the Affordable Care Act in Congress. As HHS Secretary, I know he'll continue that focus and be a valuable partner for President-elect @JoeBiden in strengthening the ACA & building on its progress." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State of the US Department of State - Duckworth Writes to Pompeo Demanding a Call to Discuss Plans for Illinoisan's Safe Return from Afghanistan Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Underwood Leads Congressional Effort Calling for Gao Review of Disparities in Vaccination Coverage Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader - Boozman, Colleagues Push to Prevent Looming CMS Cuts to Medicare Payments Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the Committee on Appropriations; and Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations - Rep. Kildee Leads Pushes for More Federal Resources to Clean Up Toxic PFAS Chemicals Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Sinema Urges Congressional Leaders: Pass the Bipartisan Restaurants Act Before Too Late Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Now more than ever we must social distance and wear our masks. These selfless public health measures can save our loved ones, neighbors, and health care heroes." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Congressman Krishnamoorthi Urges President Trump To Join The Chorus Of Those Advocating For More Funding For COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Efforts Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Dec. 3, 2020 Underwood Urges Senate Republicans and Trump Administration to Pass Urgently Needed Coronavirus Relief Legislation to Help Northern Illinois Families Rep. Lauren Underwood
Dec. 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs of the US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Hon. Christopher C. Miller, Acting Secretary of Defense of the US Department of Defense - Duckworth, Klobuchar, Rounds Urge Administration to Ensure Servicemembers and Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits Receive Proper Care During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Great news from the Rules Committee today: the Senate is one step closer to passing the National Museum of the American Latino Act, which would authorize the Smithsonian Institution to create a museum honoring American Latinos." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 3, 2020 Letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi; House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy; Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell; Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer; Appropriations Chair Nita Lowey; Appropriations Ranking Member Kay Granger; Senate Appropriations Chair Richard Shelby; and Senate Appropriations Ranking Member Patrick Leahy - Congressman Tim Ryan Calls on Congressional Leadership to Protect Funding for Hospital Based Nursing Schools Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Duckworth Commends Marine Corps and Navy on Efforts to Respect Black Servicemembers by Removing Confederate Symbols from Military Installations Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 2, 2020 Duckworth Responds to Trump's Second Threat to Block Pay Raise for Our Troops Over Unrelated Policy Issues Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 2, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin Announce $52 Million to Support Head Start and Early Head Start in Chicago Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus, Senate Partners Unveil Bipartisan , Bicameral 4-Month Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Schneider Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Cuts to Hospital Payments During Covid Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 García, Tlaib and Lynch Introduce Legislation Protecting Consumers from Cryptocurrency-Related Financial Threats Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Rural hospitals in Illinois and across the country are struggling to keep up with the surge of COVID-19 patients. @SenatorLankford and I have a bipartisan plan to stabilize them and are working to make sure it is included in the next relief package." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Tammy Duckworth Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 1, 2020 Letter to Honorable Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader and Honorable Charles Schumer, Minority Leader - Portman, Wyden Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Passage of Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and Hon. Charles Schumer - Sinema to Senate Leaders: Extend Cares Act Unemployment Insurance Benefits Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke w/Mark Shriver from @SavetheChildren today about prioritizing the wellbeing of children in a new COVID-19 relief package, especially in rural & underserved communities. Access to food, health care, & child care has never been more important to the wellbeing of the next gen." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Ultimately, the U.S. will not be completely safe from COVID-19 until a vaccine is widely distributed & administered across the world. We must do our part to help make sure every nation has access to that vaccine once it is proven to be safe & effective." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 levels in Illinois and across America are hitting new highs every day. It has never been more important to make sure you always wear a mask and social distance. We are in for a tragic, deadly winter if we don't all do our part to stop the spread of this virus." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Wishing Illinoisans and Americans across the country a Happy Thanksgiving! I know this year's celebrations look different, but together we will make it through this crisis and come out on the other side stronger because of it." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 25, 2020 García, Clark, House Members Demand the CDC Address Disproportionate Excess Deaths in Communities of Color, End Health Disparities in Agency's Data Collection Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 25, 2020 Tweet - "The 2021 open enrollment period ends on December 15. COVID-19 has underscored the importance of health coverage. NOW is the time to find the plan that fits your needs. Go to http://healthcare.gov and shop around--premiums are lower and there are more options to choose from." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 25, 2020 Tweet - "As we give thanks this year, we owe a special debt of gratitude to our heroic health care workers who are facing another surge in COVID-19 cases. Please help to protect them by heeding public health guidance, wearing a mask & distancing." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House , and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Gillibrand Leads Bicameral Call On Congressional Leadership To Include Health Force Proposal In Next COVID Relief Package Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Nov. 24, 2020 Tweet - "There are other numbers President Trump should be concerned about right now. Like the 257,000+ Americans dead, 20.3M claiming unemployment, and more than 1 million new #COVID19 cases in the past week alone." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 23, 2020 Schneider Wishes Illinois a Happy, Safe Thanksgiving Rep. Brad Schneider
Nov. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Illinoisans--COVID-19 is surging across our state. Please take guidance from public health officials seriously, wear your mask, and make sure to social distance. We all need to work together to stop the spread of this virus." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Dec. 10, 2020 Casten, Schakowsky, Foster, Kelly, Schneider, Underwood Unveil Illinois Climate Report Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Dec. 10, 2020 Reps. García, Pressley, and Jeffries Introduce Transit Parity Resolution Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 10, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi On FDA Vaccine Advisory Panel Review Of COVID-19 Vaccine Data: "Science Prevailed Over Politics" Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the Department of Labor - Levin Demands Answers on Worker Safety from OSHA After Explosive Reports Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Honorable Alex M. Azar II, Secretary of The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Robert R. Redfield, Director of The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention - Menendez Calls for Equity in Vaccine Distribution Ahead of FDA Meeting Thursday Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Bost Announces $7.8 Million Metro East Health Center Grant Rep.Mike Bost
Dec. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Jay Clayton, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission - Emmer Urges SEC to Provide Clarity for Digital Securities Rep.Bill Foster, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Reps. García and Scanlon Introduce Bill to Facilitate Voter Registration in Subsidized Housing Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 9, 2020 Durbin, Warren, Nadler Introduce The Consumer Bankruptcy Reform Act Of 2020 Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Disappointed that my Republican colleagues decided to support President Trump's proposed arms sale to the UAE. Adding more advanced U.S. weaponry into the region, and to a country with a troubling role in the Yemen war and human rights record, deserved more consideration." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Just spoke with @aarpillinois about the impact COVID-19 is having on seniors in Illinois. It's imperative for the Senate to come together and pass an emergency relief bill that addresses hunger & provides funding to support nursing home residents and staff." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 8, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin, Inhofe, Davis, Napolitano Bill to Commemorate Route 66 Passes House and Now Headed to President's Desk Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 8, 2020 Duckworth Helps Introduce Bill to Provide Desperately Needed Funding for Home and Community-Based Services, Hazard Pay Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 8, 2020 House Approves Schneider Bill to Prevent Medicare Late Enrollment Penalties Rep.Brad Schneider
Dec. 8, 2020 Tweet - "The heroic efforts of our nation's frontline health care workers are inspiring a new generation of medical leaders. We should be doing everything we can to help these aspiring young scientists, doctors, & nurses realize their dreams & enter the health care workforce." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 8, 2020 Duckworth Meets with Illinois Farm Bureau to Discuss Upcoming Legislative Priorities Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 8, 2020 LaHood Votes to Improve Infrastructure Resources for Illinois Waterways Rep.Darin LaHood
Dec. 7, 2020 Tweet - "I saw @XavierBecerra's commitment to expanding health care up close when we passed the Affordable Care Act in Congress. As HHS Secretary, I know he'll continue that focus and be a valuable partner for President-elect @JoeBiden in strengthening the ACA & building on its progress." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State of the US Department of State - Duckworth Writes to Pompeo Demanding a Call to Discuss Plans for Illinoisan's Safe Return from Afghanistan Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Underwood Leads Congressional Effort Calling for Gao Review of Disparities in Vaccination Coverage Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader - Boozman, Colleagues Push to Prevent Looming CMS Cuts to Medicare Payments Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the Committee on Appropriations; and Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations - Rep. Kildee Leads Pushes for More Federal Resources to Clean Up Toxic PFAS Chemicals Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Sinema Urges Congressional Leaders: Pass the Bipartisan Restaurants Act Before Too Late Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Now more than ever we must social distance and wear our masks. These selfless public health measures can save our loved ones, neighbors, and health care heroes." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Congressman Krishnamoorthi Urges President Trump To Join The Chorus Of Those Advocating For More Funding For COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Efforts Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Dec. 3, 2020 Underwood Urges Senate Republicans and Trump Administration to Pass Urgently Needed Coronavirus Relief Legislation to Help Northern Illinois Families Rep.Lauren Underwood
Dec. 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs of the US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Hon. Christopher C. Miller, Acting Secretary of Defense of the US Department of Defense - Duckworth, Klobuchar, Rounds Urge Administration to Ensure Servicemembers and Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits Receive Proper Care During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Great news from the Rules Committee today: the Senate is one step closer to passing the National Museum of the American Latino Act, which would authorize the Smithsonian Institution to create a museum honoring American Latinos." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 3, 2020 Letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi; House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy; Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell; Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer; Appropriations Chair Nita Lowey; Appropriations Ranking Member Kay Granger; Senate Appropriations Chair Richard Shelby; and Senate Appropriations Ranking Member Patrick Leahy - Congressman Tim Ryan Calls on Congressional Leadership to Protect Funding for Hospital Based Nursing Schools Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Duckworth Commends Marine Corps and Navy on Efforts to Respect Black Servicemembers by Removing Confederate Symbols from Military Installations Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 2, 2020 Duckworth Responds to Trump's Second Threat to Block Pay Raise for Our Troops Over Unrelated Policy Issues Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 2, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin Announce $52 Million to Support Head Start and Early Head Start in Chicago Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus, Senate Partners Unveil Bipartisan , Bicameral 4-Month Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Schneider Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Cuts to Hospital Payments During Covid Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 García, Tlaib and Lynch Introduce Legislation Protecting Consumers from Cryptocurrency-Related Financial Threats Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Rural hospitals in Illinois and across the country are struggling to keep up with the surge of COVID-19 patients. @SenatorLankford and I have a bipartisan plan to stabilize them and are working to make sure it is included in the next relief package." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Tammy Duckworth Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Dec. 1, 2020 Letter to Honorable Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader and Honorable Charles Schumer, Minority Leader - Portman, Wyden Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Passage of Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and Hon. Charles Schumer - Sinema to Senate Leaders: Extend Cares Act Unemployment Insurance Benefits Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke w/Mark Shriver from @SavetheChildren today about prioritizing the wellbeing of children in a new COVID-19 relief package, especially in rural & underserved communities. Access to food, health care, & child care has never been more important to the wellbeing of the next gen." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Ultimately, the U.S. will not be completely safe from COVID-19 until a vaccine is widely distributed & administered across the world. We must do our part to help make sure every nation has access to that vaccine once it is proven to be safe & effective." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 29, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 levels in Illinois and across America are hitting new highs every day. It has never been more important to make sure you always wear a mask and social distance. We are in for a tragic, deadly winter if we don't all do our part to stop the spread of this virus." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Wishing Illinoisans and Americans across the country a Happy Thanksgiving! I know this year's celebrations look different, but together we will make it through this crisis and come out on the other side stronger because of it." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 25, 2020 García, Clark, House Members Demand the CDC Address Disproportionate Excess Deaths in Communities of Color, End Health Disparities in Agency's Data Collection Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 25, 2020 Tweet - "The 2021 open enrollment period ends on December 15. COVID-19 has underscored the importance of health coverage. NOW is the time to find the plan that fits your needs. Go to http://healthcare.gov and shop around--premiums are lower and there are more options to choose from." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 25, 2020 Tweet - "As we give thanks this year, we owe a special debt of gratitude to our heroic health care workers who are facing another surge in COVID-19 cases. Please help to protect them by heeding public health guidance, wearing a mask & distancing." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House , and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Gillibrand Leads Bicameral Call On Congressional Leadership To Include Health Force Proposal In Next COVID Relief Package Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Nov. 24, 2020 Tweet - "There are other numbers President Trump should be concerned about right now. Like the 257,000+ Americans dead, 20.3M claiming unemployment, and more than 1 million new #COVID19 cases in the past week alone." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 23, 2020 Schneider Wishes Illinois a Happy, Safe Thanksgiving Rep.Brad Schneider
Nov. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Illinoisans--COVID-19 is surging across our state. Please take guidance from public health officials seriously, wear your mask, and make sure to social distance. We all need to work together to stop the spread of this virus." Sen.Dick Durbin
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