| Feb. 17, 2021
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Congressman Cohen Presides at Hearing on "H.R. 40: Exploring the Path to Reparative Justice
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Rep. Steve Cohen
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| Feb. 17, 2021
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Letter to President Biden - VAN HOLLEN, INHOFE, LEAHY AND 24 COLLEAGUES URGE BIDEN TO REVERSE MISGUIDED WESTERN SAHARA DECISION
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| Feb. 17, 2021
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Rep. Mike Levin Leads Community Forum on Black History Month with Rep. Karen Bass
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Rep. Mike Levin
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| Feb. 17, 2021
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Letter to President Joe Biden and Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas - SEN. VAN HOLLEN, REP. BROWN LEAD NEW BICAMERAL PUSH TO PROTECT CAMEROONIANS IN THE FACE OF MOUNTING VIOLENCE
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen
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| Feb. 17, 2021
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Larsen, Veasey Introduce Bill to Fight Discriminatory Voter ID Laws
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Rep. Rick Larsen
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| Feb. 17, 2021
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Tweet - "This pandemic has only worsened racial disparities in our health care system. It was good to hear from the IL Vaccine Corps Partnership about their efforts to build equity in vaccine rollout--we must pass the American Rescue Plan to improve distribution & tackle these disparities."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 16, 2021
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CNN "Cuomo Prime Time" - Transcript: Interview with Bennie Thompson
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Rep. Bennie Thompson
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| Feb. 16, 2021
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Norton Celebrates 203rd Birthday of Frederick Douglass, D.C. Voting Rights Champion
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Rep. Eleanor Norton
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| Feb. 14, 2021
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Congresswoman Kelly's Statement in Support of Stopping Environmental Racism in Chicago's South East Side
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Rep. Robin Kelly
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| Feb. 12, 2021
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Cortez Masto Celebrates Black History Month
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Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
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| Feb. 12, 2021
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Wyden, Neal Applaud Biden Administration's Agreement to Halt Discriminatory HHS Rule Change
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Sen. Ron Wyden
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| Feb. 12, 2021
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Letter to Honorable Charles Schumer, Majority Leader, Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Honorable Mitch McConnell, Minority Leader, and Honorable Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader - Luetkemeyer, MO Republicans Urge Protections for Workers with Disabilities in 14(c) Programs
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Rep. Ann Wagner, ...
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| Feb. 12, 2021
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Tweet - "Donald Trump may no longer be President, but the hate that he stirred up remains and must be addressed. We all must speak out against the discrimination and hatred that is being directed towards our Asian-American brothers and sisters."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 12, 2021
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Tweet - "The last time I saw Martin Luther King Jr. alive was at Septima Clark's house. Many consider Rosa Parks to be the "mother of the movement," but King actually gave that designation to Septima Clark. She taught Rosa Parks & guided many others in the movement. #BlackHistoryMonth"
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| Feb. 12, 2021
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Congresswoman Ross Appointed to Two Subcommittees on House Judiciary Committee
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Rep. Deborah Ross
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| Feb. 11, 2021
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Letter to President Biden - Warren, Omar and Garcia Lead Letter Calling for Sanctions Relief
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Rep. Ilhan Omar
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| Feb. 11, 2021
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Rep. Omar New Vice Chair of House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa
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Rep. Ilhan Omar
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| Feb. 11, 2021
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Rep. Young Kim Statement on Biden DOJ Dropping Case on Protecting Asian Americans from Discrimination
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Rep. Young Kim
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| Feb. 11, 2021
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Congresswoman Gwen Moore and Senator Jerry Moran Introduce Legislation to Honor the Contributions of the All Black, Female "Six Triple Eight" Battalion of World War II
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Rep. Gwen Moore
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| Feb. 11, 2021
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U.S. Senator Tina Smith Lauds White House for Heeding Her Push for COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force
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Sen. Tina Smith
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| Feb. 11, 2021
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CAPAC Members Mourn the Loss of Vicha Ratanapakdee and Condemn Continuing Spike in Violence Against Asian Americans
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Rep. Steven Horsford, ...
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| Feb. 10, 2021
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Congressman Russ Fulcher Appointed as Subcommittee Ranking Member
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Rep. Russ Fulcher, ...
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| Feb. 10, 2021
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U.S. Senator Tina Smith Teams up with Senate Colleagues to Introduce Justice for Black Farmers Act
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Sen. Tina Smith
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| Feb. 10, 2021
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Peters, Stabenow Introduce Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act to Address America's Maternal Health Crisis
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Sen. Gary Peters, ...
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| Feb. 9, 2021
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Congressman David G. Valadao to Serve as Co-Chair of The American Sikh Congressional Caucus
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Rep. John Garamendi, ...
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| Feb. 9, 2021
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Tweet - "Proud to join @SenBooker & @RepUnderwood in introducing the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act. Black women are three to four times more likely than white women to die as a result of their pregnancy--we must do everything we can to close the racial health disparity gap in America."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 9, 2021
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Tweet - "Black History Month is acknowledged in February, but we must remember and memorialize the history of Black people throughout the year."
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Rep. Jim Clyburn
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| Feb. 9, 2021
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Lankford, Colleagues Advocate to Protect Hongkongers From Chinese Oppression
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Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
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| Feb. 8, 2021
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In honor of Black History Month, Sen. Coons and Rep. Clyburn reintroduce bill to commemorate multi-state Brown v. Board of Education sites
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Sen. Tim Scott, ...
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| Feb. 8, 2021
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Luján Cosponsors Legislation to Provide Direct COVID-19 Relief for Farmers of Color
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Sen. Ben Luján
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| Feb. 8, 2021
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Tweet - "This pandemic has highlighted the importance of eliminating health disparities. As a founding Member of @BMHCaucus, I congratulate @RepAdams @RepUnderwood @CoryBooker for today's introduction of the #Momnibus -- policy solutions to end maternal health disparities."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| Feb. 8, 2021
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U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin, Jeff Merkley and Representative Gwen Moore Introduce Legislation to Diversify the Perinatal Workforce and Improve Access to Maternity Care
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Sen. Jeff Merkley
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| Feb. 8, 2021
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In honor of Black History Month, Sen. Coons and Rep. Clyburn reintroduce bill to commemorate multi-state Brown v. Board of Education sites
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Sen. Tim Kaine
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| Feb. 8, 2021
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Schakowsky Introduces Legislation to Address Black Maternal Health
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| Feb. 8, 2021
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Underwood, Adams, Booker Unveil the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act to Address America's Maternal Health Crisis
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Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
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| Feb. 6, 2021
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Tweet - "President Biden can #CancelStudentDebt. This would help close the racial wealth gap and provide relief to tens of millions of workers, people, and families."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 5, 2021
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Wyden, Merkley Sponsor Bill to Protect Workers' Right to Organize and Make our Economy Work for Everyone
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Sen. Jeff Merkley
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| Feb. 5, 2021
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Tweet - "A disproportionate burden of student debt falls on people of color. Student debt isn't just an economic issue. It's also a civil rights issue. President Biden can #CancelStudentDebt and help close the racial wealth gap."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 5, 2021
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Statement Recognizing Black History Month
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| Feb. 5, 2021
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Tweet - "Environmental justice and racial justice go hand in hand. This #BlackHistoryMonth, I am proud to join the @EJusticeCaucus in demanding #EnvironmentalJusticeNow."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 5, 2021
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Tweet - "It was great to hear from distinguished civil rights leaders yesterday. As Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I plan to work closely alongside the @NAACP, @NAACP_LDF, and @civilrightsorg to accomplish our shared priorities for civil and human rights."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 4, 2021
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Providing for Consideration of H. Res. Removing A Certain Member From Certain Standing Committees of the House of Representatives
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Rep. Victoria Spartz
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| Feb. 4, 2021
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Durbin Meets With Civil Rights Leaders On Judiciary Committee Priorities
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 4, 2021
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Franklin Statement on Rep. Marjorie Taylor
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Rep. Clifford Franklin
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| Feb. 4, 2021
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Meng Reintroduces Legislation to Lower the Voting Age in America to 16 Years Old
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Rep. Grace Meng
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| Feb. 4, 2021
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Providing for Consideration of H. Res. Removing A Certain Member From Certain Standing Committees of the House of Representatives
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Rep. James Scott
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Letter to The Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary, Department of The Treasury - Whitehouse, Warren Urge Yellen to Review Irs Enforcement of Dark Money Groups
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Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Wyden Asks Feds to Answer Health Questions Raised Under Trump Administration About Use of Tear Gas, Chemical Agents in Portland
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Sen. Ron Wyden
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Tweet - "151 years ago, the 15th amendment was ratified, giving African American men the right to vote. That right is still under attack today. Voter discrimination and disenfranchisement is still rampant in this country. We must remove all barriers to the ballot box."
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Rep. Jim Clyburn
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Cotton Statement on Biden Administration Decision to Drop Yale Discrimination Suit
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Sen. Tom Cotton
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Tweet - "Spoke with @KristenClarkeJD today about her nomination to be Assistant AG for the Civil Rights Division of the DOJ. She has the skills, experience, & tenacity required of such an important position & I look forward to working with her on our shared civil rights priorities."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Reed Renews Push for Paycheck Fairness Act
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Sen. Jack Reed
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Newhouse, Axne Introduce Bill to Improve Healthcare Access, Outcomes for New and Expecting Mothers in Rural America
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Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Senator Markey and Congressman Lowenthal Reintroduce Legislation Affirming U.S. Commitment to International Lgbtqi Rights
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Sen. Ed Markey
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Congressman Darrell Issa Named Ranking Member for Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet
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Rep. Darrell Issa
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Pingree to Vote Again for Landmark George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
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Rep. Chellie Pingree
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Durbin Discusses Justice Department Priorities With Kristen Clarke, Nominee For Assistant Attorney General For DOJ Civil Rights Division
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes For the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021
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Rep. Lizzie Fletcher
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| Feb. 2, 2021
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Senator Hirono Renews Efforts to Award Fred Korematsu the Congressional Gold Meda
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Rep. Mark Takano, ...
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| Feb. 2, 2021
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Congressman Cohen Urges Passage of H.R. 1, the For the People Act
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Rep. Steve Cohen
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| Feb. 2, 2021
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Whitehouse & Colleagues Introduce Medical Bankruptcy Bill Amid Raging Pandemic
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Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
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| Feb. 2, 2021
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Rep. Juan Vargas' Statement on Black History Month
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Rep. Juan Vargas
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| Feb. 2, 2021
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Congressman Krishnamoorthi Authors Congressional Record Statement Recognizing The Historic Significance Of Chicago Bear's Coach Sean Desai Becoming The First Indian-American And South Asian Coordinator In NFL History
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Feb. 2, 2021
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Luján Statement Recognizing Black History Month
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Sen. Ben Luján
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| Feb. 2, 2021
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Congressman Krishnamoorthi Denounces Vandalism Of Gandhi Statue And Calls On FBI To Investigate The Desecration As A Possible Hate Crime
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| Feb. 2, 2021
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Nadler, Scott Introduce Legislation to Enforce Civil Rights in Education
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Rep. Bobby Scott, ...
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| Feb. 2, 2021
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Chairman Risch On Sentencing Of Alexei Navalny In Russia
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Sen. Jim Risch
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| Feb. 1, 2021
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Rep. Jeffries Statement on Black History Month
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Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
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| Feb. 1, 2021
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Letter to Honorable Joseph R. Biden, President of The United States - Reps. Neguse, Pappas, Meng, Gallego, and Murphy Call for Action to Safeguard Youth Voting
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Rep. Joe Neguse, ...
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| Feb. 1, 2021
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Senator Scott Statement Celebrating the Start of Black History Month
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Sen. Tim Scott
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| Feb. 1, 2021
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Statement from Assistant Speaker Katherine Clark on the Start of Black History Month
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Rep. Katherine Clark
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| Feb. 1, 2021
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Congressman Donalds' Statement Recognizing Black History Month
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Rep. Byron Donalds
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| Feb. 1, 2021
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Lee, Pressley, Warren Reintroduce Bold Legislation to Confront Structural Racism as a Public Health Crisis
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Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
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| Feb. 1, 2021
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Wasserman Schultz Celebrates Black History Month
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Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz
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| Feb. 1, 2021
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Congressman Panetta Releases Statement on Black History Month
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Rep. Jimmy Panetta
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