| Feb. 10, 2020
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Feinstein, Colleagues Call for Rigorous Safety Standards on Autonomous Vehicles
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Feb. 10, 2020
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Tweet - "I'm heartbroken by the loss of Detective Patricia Walsh. My prayers are with her family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 10, 2020
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Tweet - "Farmers need trade aid payments, but once again, @USDA overcompensated southern cotton growers whose market losses are smaller & whose prices have gone up, getting more aid on a county-by-county basis than Illinois' soybean farmers."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 10, 2020
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Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019
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Rep. Mike Bost
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| Feb. 7, 2020
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Letter to The Hon. Steve Dickson, Administrator of The Federal Aviation Administration - Release: Rep. Khanna, Sen. Duckworth, Sen. Schumer Urge FAA to Require Life-Saving Epinephrine Auto-Injectors Be Carried on Every Flight
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Feb. 7, 2020
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Letter to Manu Asthana, President and CEO of PJM Interconnection - Duckworth, Bustos Lead 19 Colleagues in Sending a Letter to Pjm Advocating for Affordable Clean Energy
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Feb. 7, 2020
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Durbin Statement On USDA Third Round Of Trade Aid Payments
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 6, 2020
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Letter to Manu Asthana, President and CEO of PJM Interconnection - Van Hollen Joins Duckworth, Bustos, Colleagues in Sending a Letter to PJM Advocating for Affordable Clean Energy
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Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
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| Feb. 6, 2020
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Congressman Lowenthal Introduces Bill To Protect Federal Lands In Utah As Wilderness
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Feb. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "Yesterday, federal health agencies briefed Senators on the ongoing response to the coronavirus outbreak in China. With 2 confirmed cases in IL, I'm grateful to the @CDCgov & local medical professionals who are keeping us updated as we learn more about the impact of the virus."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "The Rock Island Arsenal plays an essential role in supplying our nation's armed forces. I strongly support the Army turning RIA into "the hub" of additive manufacturing capability, & I applaud their commitment to fill the Arsenal's warehouse to capacity."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 6, 2020
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Sens. Coons, Braun announce founding members of bipartisan Senate ALS Caucus
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Feb. 5, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Guthrie, Cárdenas, Blumenauer, Kelly Lead Bipartisan Effort to Secure Medicare Advantage
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Rep. Danny Davis, ...
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| Feb. 5, 2020
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Tweet - "During my meeting with @USAFReserve Lieutenant General Scobee today, we discussed advancing our military priorities--from operating satellites to improving the quality of life for reserve personnel--to ensure the mission readiness of the Air Force Reserve."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 5, 2020
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Oversight Subcommittee Chair Releases New Information from JUUL Labs
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Feb. 5, 2020
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Durbin Briefed On U.S. Response To Coronavirus Outbreak
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 4, 2020
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Schakowsky Responds to the President's State of the Union
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| Feb. 4, 2020
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Tweet - "Tonight, I had the privilege of welcoming De'Andre Wilborn, a senior at @GWCPWarriors , as my guest for the #SOTU2020. De'Andre is an impressive young man with an exceedingly bright future ahead of him, no matter what path he chooses to pursue."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 4, 2020
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Tweet - "I lost my father to lung cancer when he was only 53 years old. On #WorldCancerDay, we remember all those who lost their lives to this terrible disease, their families, and their friends. We must do everything in our power to find better cures and treatments."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 4, 2020
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Tweet - "AFTERNOON READ: Great story in @stltoday about the community that has formed around the Collinsville High School basketball team. Wonderful to be reminded of the power of sports to bring people together."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 4, 2020
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Tweet - "Building a stronger future in IL starts w/restoring economic certainty for farmers & expanding access to broadband & health care. Today I heard from @CompeerFinance & @farmcreditIL - institutions that are helping rural stakeholders obtain the financing to invest in their future."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 4, 2020
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Durbin Meets With Illinois Farm Credit Companies To Discuss Farm And Rural Economy
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 3, 2020
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Congressman Krishnamoorthi Reaffirms Call To Ban All Flavored E-Cigarettes, Including Disposable E-Cigarettes
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Feb. 3, 2020
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Duckworth, Durbin Announce Over $80,000 for Rural Development in Southern Illinois
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Feb. 3, 2020
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Letter to the Honorable Dr. Robert R. Redfield, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Lawmakers from States with Confirmed Novel Coronavirus Cases Urge CDC to Distribute Rapid Diagnostic Tests to State and Local Health Officials, Prioritize States with Confirmed Cases
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Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
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| Feb. 3, 2020
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Tweet - "Not in the least bit surprised that this massive loophole is being exploited. If the Trump Admin was serious about addressing the youth vaping epidemic--with 5M kids now hooked on e-cigs--then it would ban ALL e-cig flavors, including in disposable devices."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 3, 2020
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Tweet - "During #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate the countless, indispensable contributions of African Americans to every aspect of American history and culture. We also reflect on our shared future, recommitting ourselves to ensuring equal opportunity & justice for every American."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 3, 2020
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Tweet - "Last October, I met De'Andre Wilborn at a Chicago HEAL Initiative roundtable through the Northwestern Medicine Scholars Program. De'Andre, a senior at @GWCPWarriors , shared his ambitions to study medicine & give back to his community."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 31, 2020
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Progressive Lawmakers Introduce The People's Housing Platform
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Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Schakowsky Statement On First Human-To-Human Transmission Of 2019 Novel Coronavirus
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Schakowsky Statement on House Passage of the "No War Against Iran Act"
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Today's Passage of Legislation to Prevent Unauthorized War with Iran
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Rep. Chuy Garcia
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Congressman Krishnamoorthi Issues Statement On Coronavirus In Illinois 8th District
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Responds To U.S. Surgeon General's Report Showing Lack Of Evidence That E-Cigarettes Help With Smoking Cessation
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Schakowsky Statement on House Vote to Repeal the 2002 Iraq AUMF Resolution
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Bipartisan Bill to Repair and Update American Bridges and Create Jobs Introduced in House
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Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Maloney Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Repair and Update New York's Bridges and Create Jobs
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Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Casten Statement on Votes to Ensure Proper Congressional Oversight for National Security
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Rep. Sean Casten
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Tweet - ". @SenDuckworth & I are closely monitoring 2nd confirmed case of coronavirus in IL. As with first case, we are thankful to local medical personnel for quickly identifying & providing immediate care. We will continue to stay in close contact w/ CDC & local health personnel."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Tweet - "By misleading regulators about their water sampling results, ArcelorMittal has not only likely violated federal law, but jeopardized the public health of local residents & compounded the severity of their original wrongdoing."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Tweet - "Increasing funding for child care, capping insulin costs for many patients, bringing broadband to internet deserts, economic growth around the state-- @GovPritzker has overseen a lot of progress in his first year & I look forward to continuing our work on behalf of all Illinoisans"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Confirmation Of Second Case Of Coronavirus In Illinois
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Tweet - "Proud to receive @NRHA_Advocacy 's Rural Health Champion Award. I will always be an advocate for #RuralHealth and am committed to ensuring our nation's rural communities have access to quality, affordable health care."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 30, 2020
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Casten Introduces Bill to Ensure Energy Prices Reflect the Full Cost of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Rep. Sean Casten, ...
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Underwood-Backed Legislation to Strengthen Financial Security for Illinois Families Passes the House
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Tweet - "As the world tries to stop the spread of the coronavirus, @NUFeinbergMed is working with @UChicago and other members of the Center for Structural Genomics of Infectious Diseases to find out how to attack it. #AmericanCuresAct"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Durbin, Duckworth Receive Update On Coronavirus From The Centers For Disease Control And Prevention
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Tweet - ". @SenDuckworth & I received an update today from CDC Principal Deputy Director Dr. Schuchat about the status of the coronavirus outbreak. We're continuing to monitor the virus & are grateful for the CDC's work, along with IL health officials, to keep Illinoisans safe & informed."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Durbin Honored By Head Start Association As Champion For Children And Families
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Letter to Mick Mulvaney, Director of the OMB, Chad Wold, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and Karl Schultz, Commandant of the United States Coast Guard - Stabenow, Peters Lead Bipartisan Effort Urging Trump Administration to Include New Great Lakes Icebreaker in Upcoming Budget Proposal
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, and the Hon. James Clyburn, House Majority Whip - Congresswoman Angie Craig Authors Letter Urging House Leadership To Bring Forward Bill to Ban Vaping Flavors
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Tweet - "Awful news in Springfield last night. My heart goes out to the families and friends of the victims of this horrible tragedy, including Frank and Cinda Edwards. I join my fellow Springfield residents in mourning this loss."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Progressive Lawmakers Introduce The People's Housing Platform
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Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Tweet - "Honored to receive the @NatlHeadStart PROMISE Award with @RepDannyDavis . Through legislation like my RISE from Trauma Act & partners like @NatlHeadStart , we can address the trauma in young people's lives & give kids a fighting chance to build a healthy foundation for success."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 29, 2020
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Letter to the Hon Neil Chatterjee, Chairman, the Hon. Richard Glick, Commissioner, and the Hon. Bernard McNamee, Commissioner of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission - House Democrats Condemn FERC Attack on Clean Energy Economy
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Jan. 28, 2020
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Duckworth & Durbin Meet With Amtrak Ceo, Secure Accessibility Improvements for Customers With Disabilities
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Jan. 28, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services - Duckworth, Durbin Join Colleagues to Press Health Department for Updates on Novel Coronavirus After a Case Was Reported in Chicago
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Jan. 28, 2020
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Save Minor League Baseball Task Force Co-Chairs Trahan, McKinley, Rose, and Simpson Lead Introduction of Congressional Resolution Supporting Minor League Baseball
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| Jan. 28, 2020
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Tweet - "With 5 reported cases of the coronavirus in the US, including one in Chicago, we need to urgently seek a robust & scientifically-driven response to this outbreak. @SenDuckworth & I called on @HHSGov to act quickly & share info on how to prevent & treat the coronavirus properly."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 28, 2020
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Tweet - "After @Amtrak mistakenly charged a group of wheelchair advocates $25k to travel from Chicago to Bloomington-Normal, @SenDuckworth & I met with Amtrak CEO Richard Anderson today to express our disappointment & urge him to improve Amtrak's disability and accessibility policies."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 27, 2020
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Duckworth, Durbin & García to Amtrak CEO: Commit to Making Amtrak Affordable, Accessible and Reliable for Customers With Disabilities
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Jan. 27, 2020
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Never Again Education Act
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Rep. Brad Schneider
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| Jan. 27, 2020
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Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary for the Department of Health and Human Services - Senator Baldwin, Colleagues Press Health Secretary for Updates on Novel Coronavirus, Call for Continuing Robust, Science-Driven Response
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Jan. 27, 2020
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Tweet - "I agree, @SenFeinstein --Congress needs to act against the youth vaping epidemic. 5 million children are now hooked on e-cigs. That's a 135% increase over the last 2 years of the Trump presidency."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 27, 2020
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Tweet - "On #HolocaustMemorialDay, we remember the millions of lives that were lost 75 years ago and honor the survivors who faced immeasurable horrors with courage & resolve. We must re-commit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and hate wherever it may surface. #NeverAgain"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 25, 2020
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Garamendi Introduces Oil-By-Rail Safety Bill
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Rep. Bill Foster, ...
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| Jan. 24, 2020
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Durbin, Duckworth Statement on Confirmation of Coronavirus
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Jan. 24, 2020
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Durbin, Duckworth Statement on Confirmation of Coronavirus
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Jan. 24, 2020
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Raskin Cosponsors Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating 75 Years Since Auschwitz Liberation
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Rep. Bill Foster, ...
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| Jan. 24, 2020
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Graves, Schakowsky, And Roybal-Allard Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing 2020 National Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Week
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Jan. 24, 2020
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Congressman Brad Schneider Delivers Weekly Democratic Address on 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Auschwitz
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Rep. Brad Schneider
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| Jan. 24, 2020
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Tweet - "A 2nd case of coronavirus in the U.S. has been confirmed in Chicago. I commend the IL health care officials & personnel who diagnosed this case in a quick & timely manner. @SenDuckworth & I are monitoring the situation & will work w/the CDC to ensure protection of public health."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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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. 24, 2020
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Tweet - "Youth tobacco use is at its highest in nearly 20 years, primarily driven by e-cigarettes resulting in over 5 million youth now vaping across America."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 24, 2020
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Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Confirmation Of Coronavirus In Chicago
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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