| Jan. 27, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Trahan Leads Call for Administration to Provide Full Funding for Programs to Clean Up Merrimack River in FY 2021 Budget
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Rep. Sean Casten, ...
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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 Urges Trump Administration To Fund Quincy Bay Restoration And Modernization Of Illinois Locks
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 24, 2020
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Durbin Pushes Trump Administration To Address Climate Change Impacts On Lake Michigan
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 22, 2020
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Duckworth, Durbin Announce $1 Million to Modernize Illinois's Infrastructure
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Jan. 21, 2020
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Letter to the Chicago Sun Times Editorial Board - Feds must help protect Great Lakes shorelines
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 20, 2020
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Tweet - "Thank you @SenDuckworth for your leadership on issues facing Americans with disabilities. This is unacceptable. @Amtrak must apologize for their mistake and work to ensure that their trains are fully accessible to all those who wish to ride."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Jan. 19, 2020
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Duckworth Statement on Amtrak Attempting to Charge a Group of Passengers With Disabilities $25,000 for a Single Ride
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Jan. 16, 2020
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Durbin, Duckworth, Bustos Applaud New DOT Initiatives To Protect Roadside First Responders
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Jan. 14, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. RD James, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Civil Works) - Kaptur Leads 41 Lawmakers in Bipartisan Letter Urging Army Corps of Engineers To Prioritize Great Lakes Projects in 2020
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Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
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| Jan. 13, 2020
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Raskin Cosponsors Oil-by-Rail Safety Bill
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Rep. Bill Foster, ...
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| Dec. 21, 2019
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Durbin Announces Creation Of New Website To Report Blocked Crossings To Federal Railroad Administration
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Dec. 18, 2019
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Letter to Richard Anderson, President and CEO of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) - Rep. Denny Heck Sends Letter to Amtrak CEO Opposing New Arbitration Rules on Second Anniversary of DuPont Derailment
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Rep. Danny Davis, ...
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| Dec. 12, 2019
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Inhofe, Moran, Duckworth, Capito, Young, Bustos Introduce Bill To Promote Advancement in Technical Aviation Training
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Dec. 10, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Rickey Dale James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, and Lieutenant General Todd Semonite, Commander General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Davis, Chicago Delegation Request Funding for Lakeshore Protection
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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| Dec. 4, 2019
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Tweet - "When Americans fly, they trust their flight attendants to keep them safe, but we need the FAA to do its part as well. Good to sit down with @afa_cwa President @FlyingWithSara today to discuss promptly implementing new FAA safety rules and protecting worker's hard-earned pensions."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 26, 2019
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Letter to Richard Anderson, President and CEO of Amtrak - Brown Calling on Amtrak to End Forced Arbitration, Ban on Class Actions
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Nov. 22, 2019
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Tweet - "It was great to be at the groundbreaking ceremony for new bridges and a new underpass in Springfield. These new structures will decrease congestion and enhance vehicle, pedestrian, and cyclist safety."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 22, 2019
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Tweet - ".@Amtrak trains run late 27% of the time. More than half of those delays are due to interference by freight trains. My new bill, the Rail Passenger Fairness Act, will help Amtrak address & fix this ongoing problem."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 21, 2019
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Durbin Introduces Bill To Improve Amtrak On-Time Performance
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 21, 2019
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Tweet - ".@Amtrak riders deserve the assurance that they can arrive at their destination in a safe, timely manner. But too often, poor on-time performance is caused by freight interference. I'm introducing the Rail Passenger Fairness Act to help Amtrak to fix this problem."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 20, 2019
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With Travel Season Ahead, Reps. García, Cohen and Sen. Markey, Reintroduce Legislation to Stop Rising Airline Fees
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Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
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| Nov. 19, 2019
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Letter to Doug Parker, Chairman and CEO of American Airlines, Oscar Munoz, CEO of United Airlines, and Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines Inc. - Brown Presses Airlines to Require Catering Contracting Companies to Pay Workers Living Wages
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Nov. 15, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - Rep. Lynch And Quiet Skies Caucus Request Answers From FAA Administrator To Address Nationwide Aircraft Noise
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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| Nov. 15, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives - Sarbanes Fights to Protect Federal Funding for Maryland Transportation and Infrastructure Projects
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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| Nov. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "Our government is at its best when we work together to address issues like infrastructure and transportation. Always great to host Illinois mayors from the West Central Municipal Conference in Washington."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 8, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - Quigley, Quiet Skies Caucus Release Letter to FAA Administrator on Nationwide Aircraft Noise
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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| Nov. 6, 2019
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Bost Announces Carbondale Transportation Funding
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Rep. Mike Bost
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| Nov. 4, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Russell Vought, Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget - Bergman Leads Letter to Office of Management and Budget Requesting Soo Locks Funding for Fiscal Year 2021
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| Nov. 2, 2019
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Tweet - "Proud to have worked with @SenDuckworth & @RepCheri to deliver $177M in funding for the Amtrak route between Chicago and Moline through December 2024. After years of unnecessary delay, we're working hard to make Amtrak to the Quad Cities a reality."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Nov. 1, 2019
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Durbin, Duckworth, Bustos Announce Multi-Year Extension For Quad Cities To Chicago Amtrak Rail Project Funding
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Oct. 31, 2019
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Senate Passes Domestic Spending Bills With Illinois Priorities Secured By Durbin
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 29, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Steve Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, Administrator of the U.S. Department of Transportation - Duckworth Once Again Presses the FAA to Publish Advisory Circular on Best Practices for Manufacturing, Testing and Operating Angle of Attack Sensors
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Oct. 25, 2019
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Ranking Member Cantwell, Senator Duckworth Introduce Aviation Safety Legislation
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Oct. 25, 2019
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Tweet - "Today I joined @ChicagosMayor and aviation leaders to break ground on a new runway extension at @fly2ohare. I was proud to help secure federal funding for this project, which will lead to a more efficient experience for travelers & create jobs."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 24, 2019
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Letter to Mr. John Hoeven, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, Mr. Jeff Merkley, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, Mr. Sanford Bishop, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, House Committee on Appropriations, and Mr. Jeff Fortenberry, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies - Spanberger Leads Bipartisan Letter Calling on Senate and House Appropriators to Prioritize Rural Broadband Projects, Strengthen Funding for USDA ReConnect Program
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Rep. Mike Bost, ...
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| Oct. 23, 2019
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Tweet - "In communities across Illinois and the U.S., rural EMS agencies are on the front lines in responding to the opioid epidemic & other health needs. But they're also fighting budget & staff shortages that threaten to cripple emergency response & patient care in their communities."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 23, 2019
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Tweet - "Illinoisans across the state are looking for safe, efficient, and well-funded transportation systems. Today, I met with @MIPRC Commissioner Robert Guy to talk about our top transportation priorities and how we can improve rail service in Illinois."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 23, 2019
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Letter to Richard Anderson, President and CEO of Amtrak, and Ronald Batory, Admin. of the Federal Railroad Administration - Durbin Pushes To Improve Amtrak On-Time Performance Following OIG Report
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 22, 2019
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Duckworth, Peters Re-Introduce Good Government Legislation to Require Public Disclosure of Trump Administration's Travel Spending
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Oct. 22, 2019
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Durbin Meets With Rock Island Army Corps Commander To Discuss Quincy Bay
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 18, 2019
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Norton, Quiet Skies Caucus meet with FAA Administrator
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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| Oct. 17, 2019
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Duckworth, Fischer Introduce Bipartisan Friendly Airports for Mothers Improvement Act
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Oct. 17, 2019
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Rep. LaHood Applauds $4,795,000 USDA Loan for Water Infrastructure in Mason City
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Rep. Darin LaHood
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| Oct. 17, 2019
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Reps. Takano, García, and Pressley Launch Future of Transportation Caucus
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Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
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| Oct. 15, 2019
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Bost Announces Marion Infrastructure Investment
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Rep. Mike Bost
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| Oct. 15, 2019
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Tweet - "This morning, I joined @GovPritzker & transportation leaders to announce a new collaboration with Chicago schools as part of the 75th Street Corridor Improvement Project. I'm proud to have worked to secure federal funding to help make this project a reality."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 11, 2019
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Bost Announces Southern Illinois Delta Regional Authority Investments
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Rep. Mike Bost
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| Oct. 10, 2019
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Tweet - "The environmental need for the restoration of Quincy Bay is obvious. 80 years of river traffic has brought sediment, silt, and a significant loss of water volume. I will continue to push for federal investment in Illinois' key water infrastructure projects."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 10, 2019
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Letter to Doug Parker, CEO of American Airlines Group - Concerns over Outsourcing Jobs Abroad
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Rep. Chuy Garcia
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| Oct. 9, 2019
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Tweet - "It was great to be at the Nauvoo Fire Protection District to discuss new legislation I passed last year. The SIREN Act provides new grant funding for rural fire and EMS agencies in training, recruiting, and purchasing equipment."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 8, 2019
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Tweet - "Pleased to see @USDOT initiative that mirrors much of the bipartisan legislation I authored with @SenatorBraun to elevate and improve #rural transportation priorities."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Oct. 4, 2019
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Rep. Quigley Visits City Hall, Receives His CityKey ID Card
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Rep. Mike Quigley
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| Oct. 2, 2019
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Another $1.2 Million in Federal Grants Awarded to Five South Suburban Fire Departments
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Rep. Robin Kelly
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| Oct. 2, 2019
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Tweet - "It was great to attend the groundbreaking for Phase I of the @CTA Red and Purple Modernization Project this morning. I was proud to help secure federal funding for this project that will lead to a safer and more efficient transit system for Chicagoans."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 24, 2019
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Durbin Meets With Normal Mayor Chris Koos
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 19, 2019
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Tweet - "I constantly hear from farmers & rural Illinoisans about serious transportation infrastructure needs in their communities. Today, I introduced the bipartisan Rural Economic Infrastructure Equity Act with @SenatorBraun to create a new office w/in @USDOT to focus on these issues."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 19, 2019
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Durbin: Appropriations Bills Provide Critical Funding For Illinois
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 19, 2019
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Durbin, Braun Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Create Rural Infrastructure Office
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Sept. 16, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation - Oversight Launches Investigation of Ethics Allegations Against Chao
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
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| Sept. 12, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Klobuchar, Duckworth Lead Colleagues in Urging President to Help Rural Americans, and the Environment, by Upholding the Intent of the Renewable Fuel Standard
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Senate Passes Bipartisan Duckworth-Young Bill to Improve the Efficiency of TSA Precheck
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Sept. 11, 2019
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Young-Duckworth Bill to Provide TSA Precheck to Disabled Veterans Passes the Senate
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Sept. 10, 2019
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Tweet - "I'm closely watching the ongoing situation in Dupo, Illinois, and will continue to follow along as it unfolds. As of this time, thankfully, no injuries have been reported."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Sept. 6, 2019
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As School Year Begins, Duckworth Highlights Legislation to Improve School Bus Safety
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Aug. 26, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency - U.S. Senators Smith, Klobuchar, Stabenow, Durbin, Peters, Baldwin, and Brown Call for Stronger Renewable Fuel Standard
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2019
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In City Club Address, Duckworth Lays out Vision for How to Achieve True American Strength
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| Aug. 6, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - Rep. Lynch And Quiet Skies Caucus Colleagues Request A Meeting With New FAA Administrator Regarding Airplane Noise
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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| Aug. 2, 2019
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Tweet - "The 35-day government shutdown is still impacting our air traffic control system, 6 months later. With a shortage of air traffic controllers and the delayed implementation of new safety systems, we need to make sure we're doing everything we can to secure our aviation system."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Aug. 1, 2019
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Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Bill To Reform American Infrastructure Investment
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| Aug. 1, 2019
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Tweet - "Our infrastructure investments should lead to new jobs and growth for disadvantaged small businesses. Proud to introduce the Build Local, Hire Local Act w/ @SenDuckworth, prioritizing local workers & communities of color in any comprehensive infrastructure bill Congress reviews."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 31, 2019
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Senate Commerce Committee Passes Fischer-Duckworth Pipeline Safety Bill
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 30, 2019
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Duckworth Secures Important Illinois Priorities in Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| July 29, 2019
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Tweet - "AFTERNOON READ: This crucial federal funding will allow the Greater Peoria Mass Transit District to purchase new low-emission transit buses that will improve the quality of life for all residents -- even those who don't use public transportation."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 29, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - New Democrat Coalition letter urges president to prioritize bipartisan infrastructure legislation
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Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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