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March 19, 2020 Stanton, Schweikert, Gallego Urge Helping Animals in Crisis Rep. Greg Stanton, ...
March 19, 2020 Rep. Estes Praises Signing of Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep. Ron Estes
March 19, 2020 Rep. Courtney Introduces Bill To Cover Full Cost Of Future COVID-19 Vaccine Rep. Joe Courtney
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Quarantine can be -- by definition -- isolating, but social distancing doesn't have to mean social disengagement. As we work to increase the physical distance between us, we must maintain our social bonds. Call your parents, Facetime with your siblings, chat with coworkers." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "The Small Business Administration should issue an Economic Injury Declaration for Illinois to assist small businesses during this coronavirus pandemic. The entire IL Delegation came together yesterday to ask the SBA to do just that. Read our letter here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Kadlec, Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Hon. Robin Robinson, Dir. of Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority, and the Hon. Gary Kleinman, Regional Admin. of Region 1 (New England) - COVID-19: Congressional Delegation Urges HHS to Supply Connecticut Hospitals With Sufficient Personal Protective Equipment Rep. Joe Courtney, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Important update I just announced a proposal to move back the tax filing date this year. With #COVID, the last thing on Americans' minds is filing taxes. This will give taxpayers & accountants relief during the busy season so they can practice safety measures like teleworking." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We're all hearing a lot in the news, on social media, and in conversations about "social distancing." Here's a good explanation of what it is and why it WORKS" Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Duckworth to Trump: Take Decisive Action Now to Boost Production of Life-Saving Ventilators Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "No one should have to worry about missing a paycheck if they or a loved one becomes sick - especially during this unprecedented coronavirus pandemic. But sadly, every single Senate Republican voted against a bill to give all workers paid family leave yesterday." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Remarks by President Trump and Vice President Pence in a Video Teleconference with Governors on COVID-19 Sen. Pete Ricketts, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We can all do our part #SocialDistancing." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Additional federal #COVID19 relief will be focused on the workers who've been displaced, small businesses facing tough times, & medical professionals on the frontlines. This will require swift & bold action. These are extraordinary times, and this response reflects that urgency." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and Eugene Scalia, Secretary of Labor - Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Help Protect Domestic Food Supply During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Jim Risch, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, I told @AARCORP CEO John Holmes that as Congress negotiates the specifics of a coronavirus financial relief package, we must ensure help for workers and families, for all who support the airline industry, including maintenance workers, manufacturers & suppliers." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "What is going on here, President Trump? We called on you to invoke the Defense Production Act. But in addition, we expect you to use it immediately. Why aren't you using this authority now to make testing kits, masks, beds, ventilators?" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "TUNE IN: I will be joining @DanaBashCNN ~10:00PM ET to discuss Senate Republicans' Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act." Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We need to help the millions of workers who are adversely affected by this severe crisis: Service industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, bartenders, retail workers, airline attendants, and so many others. Congress must help these Americans NOW. #WorkersFirst" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "First, the coronavirus is "totally under control." Next, "it's like a miracle - it will disappear." Then, the whole thing is a "hoax." Now, America is "at war." Dude, you're all over the place. PIPE DOWN." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "In the wake of WWII, America helped rebuild a continent. Right now, we need to rebuild public health capacity on our continent. America needs a Marshall Plan for public health infrastructure to help our hospitals and doctors and nurses on a massive scale." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "#WorkersFirst House & Senate Dems are united in our commitment to using all tools to help fight coronavirus like the health crisis it is and make sure all workers are protected from the loss of a paycheck and no family falls into financial ruin My statement with @SpeakerPelosi :" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "From @SpeakerPelosi and me: We are beginning to review Senator McConnell's proposal and on first reading, it is not at all pro-worker and instead puts corporations way ahead of workers. #WorkersFirst" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, & Economic Security Act proposes bold action on four urgent priorities: 1. Direct financial help for Americans 2. Relief for small businesses & their employees 3. More stability for our economy 4. More support for patients & healthcare professionals" Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Fundamentally, we have to beat back this virus. Our proposal will go even further to remove barriers to care, speed innovation, fund the hospitals & health centers that will treat patients, & expand healthcare workers' access to the tools they need, including respirator masks." Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "During the COVID-19 crisis, it is vital that Americans are able to remain in their homes. I am glad that the federal government will suspend foreclosures and evictions -- and halt those in progress -- as we get through this public health emergency." Sen. Ben Luján
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Republicans want to put cash in the hands of the American people to help during this uniquely uncertain time. No tangled Washington process. No piles of forms for laid-off workers or families to fill out. Money for people. From the middle class on down. Period." Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We are crafting a major plan to help small business survive this crisis and help workers continue to get paid. A rapid injection of cash to help small businesses through this turmoil. Let's help small businesses and workers endure this and emerge from it ready to thrive." Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We know our economy won't bounce back to normal tomorrow. An underlying medical reality is driving this disruption. This about immediately helping workers, families, small businesses, and positioning us to thrive on the other side. America is strong and we will beat this virus." Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Big for America's students right now. @PattyMurray , @SenSherrodBrown , @SenWarren , and I are announcing our bold new plan to #CancelStudentDebt for the duration of the coronavirus emergency and provide a minimum $10k payoff for federal student loan borrowers." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "This crisis is moving fast. Our health system is under strain and our economy is hurting. It is critical that we act swiftly and boldly to stabilize our economy, preserve Americans' jobs, get money to workers and families, & keep up our fight on the health front." Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "The American people are strong. The American people will win this fight against the coronavirus. The Senate's job is to give them the tools to make that happen. And we are not leaving until we do our job." Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "As chairman of the Finance Cmte 2day I introduced legis to send checks of $1200 to most taxpayers+an extra $500 for every child. We can combat coronavirus & protect our economy/working families at the same time. Dems should join us & pass ASAP!" Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security - Schumer calls on DHS Acting Secretary Wolf to immediately clarify all travel restrictions to Canada, allow vital cross-border medical personnel & other industries to help aid pandemic response Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We're taking big steps at the federal level to fight #COVID." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "During this coronavirus pandemic, we must protect the financial security of our seniors and retirees. That's why @SenMarkey & I have introduced a commonsense bill that would protect our seniors drawing from retirement." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Our response to the coronavirus pandemic must include a targeted approach to provide financial relief for small businesses & workers in the restaurant industry. Spoke today with @IlliniRestAssoc members about keeping their businesses & employees afloat during this crisis." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Americans shouldn't have to choose between maintaining their health and exercising their right to vote at the ballot box during this coronavirus pandemic. We must provide states with the resources they need to expand early in-person voting and absentee vote-by-mail options." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin Outlines Priorities For Third Coronavirus Economic Stimulus Package Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With Illinois Restaurant Association Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "This morning, I spoke with @GovPritzker -- he told me IL is still desperate for testing kits, and we don't have anywhere near the number of tests we'd need to accurately measure the extent of the coronavirus outbreak in IL. That is an unacceptable failure by this Administration." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We need bold policy ideas to help working families & small businesses during this time of crisis. The American people are counting on us. Here are my priorities for the third coronavirus economic stimulus package:" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Shelby, Thune, Wicker unveil liquidity assistance for distressed American industries within comprehensive coronavirus package Sen. Roger Wicker, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We must send immediate relief to hardworking American families. $2,000 in direct cash payments will help people cover expenses and businesses hurting from lack of demand. Let's get it done." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Three more Illinoisans have now passed due to coronavirus, bringing our statewide total to four. My prayers are with their loved ones during this immensely difficult time. Please do everything you can to help protect the health of our community." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We live in an age where national emergencies, public health crises, and terrorism can threaten the ordinary course of Senate business. We need to bring voting in the Senate into the 21st century so that our important work can continue even under extraordinary circumstances." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With CEOs From American And Southwest Airlines Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "As coronavirus spreads, people in close quarters at immigration detention facilities are especially vulnerable to infection. @DHSgov must enact protective measures to prioritize the health & safety of migrants & staff immediately." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Small businesses & entrepreneurs are the backbone of our economy. Talked with @ChicagolandCmbr today about the coronavirus pandemic's impact on small businesses & how we can help them & their employees with @SBAgov loans, paid sick leave, & strengthened unemployment insurance." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin, Portman Introduce Resolution To Maintain Senate's Constitutional Responsibilities & Allow Remote Voting During National Emergencies Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "In this time of crisis, we must ensure that health care is within reach for those in rural communities. That's why I joined @SenDuckworth & my @SenateDems colleagues in writing to the @FCC about increasing subsidies to health care providers through the Rural Health Care Program" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin Discusses Coronavirus Relief Efforts With Chicagoland Chamber Of Commerce Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Thune, Daines, and King Introduce Bill to Extend the Tax Filing Deadline, Provide Additional Relief to Middle-Income Americans Sen. John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Durbin, Colleague Introduce Bill To Protect Seniors Income And Retirement During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of State - Durbin, Merkley, Colleagues Press State Department To Address False Narratives Regarding Coronavirus Sen. Cory Booker, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Baldwin, Colleagues Press Trump Administration on Reports that DHS is Preparing Mass Deportation of DREAMERS Sen. Mazie Hirono, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, and the Hon. Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General - Daines Calls On DOJ to Investigate Price-Fixing, Market Manipulation Within Cattle Market and Meatpacking Industry Sen. Steve Daines, ...
March 19, 2020 Task Force on Aging & Families Lead Effort to Provide Relief for Seniors, People with Disabilities During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 19, 2020 Senator Hassan Statement on Introducing New Legislation to Suspend SBA Loans for 6 Months, Provide Financial Reprieve to NH Small Businesses Financially Impacted by Coronavirus Sen. Maggie Hassan
March 19, 2020 Wyden Outlines Economic Policy Priorities For Coronavirus Response Sen. Ron Wyden
March 19, 2020 Wyden Statement on New Republican COVID-19 Economic Proposal Sen. Ron Wyden
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Rep. Pressley and Senator Warren Call on Trump to Adopt Guidelines for Decarceration Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
March 19, 2020 Pingree, Golden Urge Department of Defense to Extend Deadlines for BIW Rep. Jared Golden, ...
March 19, 2020 Shaheen Introduces Legislation to Assist Charitable Organizations Involved in Coronavirus Response Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Kennedy, Tonko lead bipartisan letter to Speaker Pelosi requesting coronavirus response address mental health Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pence, Vice President of the United States - Kennedy & Clark demand answers -- again -- on production of PPE & ventilators Rep. Katherine Clark, ...
March 19, 2020 Tillis Updates North Carolinians on Federal Response to Coronavirus Sen. Thom Tillis
March 19, 2020 Governor Mills, Maine Congressional Delegation Convene Call on COVID-19 Sen. Angus King, ...
March 19, 2020 Harris Announces Disaster Declaration for Seven Eastern Shore Counties Rep. Andy Harris
March 19, 2020 Schumer, Murray, Brown, And Warren Unveil Bold, New Plan To Cancel Student Loan Payments For Duration Of Coronavirus Emergency And Provide Minimum $10K Payoff For All Federal Student Loan Borrowers Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chisti Grimm, Principal Deputy Inspector General of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - CORONAVIRUS: Murray Asks Government Watchdog to Investigate Trump Administration's Testing Missteps Sen. Patty Murray
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, and the Hon. Bobby Scott, Chair of the House Education and Labor Committee - Stevens: Include Butch Lewis Act in COVID-19 Relief Package Rep. Haley Stevens, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education - CORONAVIRUS: Murray, Democrats Urge Trump Administration to Step Up and Help Student Loan Borrowers Impacted by the Coronavirus Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
March 19, 2020 Shaheen Releases Relief Proposal to Help Small Businesses Address Public Health-Related Challenges from Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Stevens Opposes Targeted Approach to Direct Cash Assistance Rep. Haley Stevens
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve, and the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Dept. of the Treasury - Stevens: Federal Reserve Should Extend Credit to Auto Industry Rep. Haley Stevens
Date Title Politician
March 19, 2020 Stanton, Schweikert, Gallego Urge Helping Animals in Crisis Rep.Greg Stanton, ...
March 19, 2020 Rep. Estes Praises Signing of Families First Coronavirus Response Act Rep.Ron Estes
March 19, 2020 Rep. Courtney Introduces Bill To Cover Full Cost Of Future COVID-19 Vaccine Rep.Joe Courtney
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Quarantine can be -- by definition -- isolating, but social distancing doesn't have to mean social disengagement. As we work to increase the physical distance between us, we must maintain our social bonds. Call your parents, Facetime with your siblings, chat with coworkers." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "The Small Business Administration should issue an Economic Injury Declaration for Illinois to assist small businesses during this coronavirus pandemic. The entire IL Delegation came together yesterday to ask the SBA to do just that. Read our letter here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Kadlec, Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Hon. Robin Robinson, Dir. of Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority, and the Hon. Gary Kleinman, Regional Admin. of Region 1 (New England) - COVID-19: Congressional Delegation Urges HHS to Supply Connecticut Hospitals With Sufficient Personal Protective Equipment Rep.Joe Courtney, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Important update I just announced a proposal to move back the tax filing date this year. With #COVID, the last thing on Americans' minds is filing taxes. This will give taxpayers & accountants relief during the busy season so they can practice safety measures like teleworking." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We're all hearing a lot in the news, on social media, and in conversations about "social distancing." Here's a good explanation of what it is and why it WORKS" Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Duckworth to Trump: Take Decisive Action Now to Boost Production of Life-Saving Ventilators Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "No one should have to worry about missing a paycheck if they or a loved one becomes sick - especially during this unprecedented coronavirus pandemic. But sadly, every single Senate Republican voted against a bill to give all workers paid family leave yesterday." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Remarks by President Trump and Vice President Pence in a Video Teleconference with Governors on COVID-19 Sen.Pete Ricketts, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We can all do our part #SocialDistancing." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Additional federal #COVID19 relief will be focused on the workers who've been displaced, small businesses facing tough times, & medical professionals on the frontlines. This will require swift & bold action. These are extraordinary times, and this response reflects that urgency." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and Eugene Scalia, Secretary of Labor - Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Help Protect Domestic Food Supply During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Jim Risch, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, I told @AARCORP CEO John Holmes that as Congress negotiates the specifics of a coronavirus financial relief package, we must ensure help for workers and families, for all who support the airline industry, including maintenance workers, manufacturers & suppliers." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "What is going on here, President Trump? We called on you to invoke the Defense Production Act. But in addition, we expect you to use it immediately. Why aren't you using this authority now to make testing kits, masks, beds, ventilators?" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "TUNE IN: I will be joining @DanaBashCNN ~10:00PM ET to discuss Senate Republicans' Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act." Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We need to help the millions of workers who are adversely affected by this severe crisis: Service industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, bartenders, retail workers, airline attendants, and so many others. Congress must help these Americans NOW. #WorkersFirst" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "First, the coronavirus is "totally under control." Next, "it's like a miracle - it will disappear." Then, the whole thing is a "hoax." Now, America is "at war." Dude, you're all over the place. PIPE DOWN." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "In the wake of WWII, America helped rebuild a continent. Right now, we need to rebuild public health capacity on our continent. America needs a Marshall Plan for public health infrastructure to help our hospitals and doctors and nurses on a massive scale." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "#WorkersFirst House & Senate Dems are united in our commitment to using all tools to help fight coronavirus like the health crisis it is and make sure all workers are protected from the loss of a paycheck and no family falls into financial ruin My statement with @SpeakerPelosi :" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "From @SpeakerPelosi and me: We are beginning to review Senator McConnell's proposal and on first reading, it is not at all pro-worker and instead puts corporations way ahead of workers. #WorkersFirst" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, & Economic Security Act proposes bold action on four urgent priorities: 1. Direct financial help for Americans 2. Relief for small businesses & their employees 3. More stability for our economy 4. More support for patients & healthcare professionals" Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Fundamentally, we have to beat back this virus. Our proposal will go even further to remove barriers to care, speed innovation, fund the hospitals & health centers that will treat patients, & expand healthcare workers' access to the tools they need, including respirator masks." Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "During the COVID-19 crisis, it is vital that Americans are able to remain in their homes. I am glad that the federal government will suspend foreclosures and evictions -- and halt those in progress -- as we get through this public health emergency." Sen.Ben Luján
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Republicans want to put cash in the hands of the American people to help during this uniquely uncertain time. No tangled Washington process. No piles of forms for laid-off workers or families to fill out. Money for people. From the middle class on down. Period." Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We are crafting a major plan to help small business survive this crisis and help workers continue to get paid. A rapid injection of cash to help small businesses through this turmoil. Let's help small businesses and workers endure this and emerge from it ready to thrive." Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We know our economy won't bounce back to normal tomorrow. An underlying medical reality is driving this disruption. This about immediately helping workers, families, small businesses, and positioning us to thrive on the other side. America is strong and we will beat this virus." Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Big for America's students right now. @PattyMurray , @SenSherrodBrown , @SenWarren , and I are announcing our bold new plan to #CancelStudentDebt for the duration of the coronavirus emergency and provide a minimum $10k payoff for federal student loan borrowers." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "This crisis is moving fast. Our health system is under strain and our economy is hurting. It is critical that we act swiftly and boldly to stabilize our economy, preserve Americans' jobs, get money to workers and families, & keep up our fight on the health front." Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "The American people are strong. The American people will win this fight against the coronavirus. The Senate's job is to give them the tools to make that happen. And we are not leaving until we do our job." Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "As chairman of the Finance Cmte 2day I introduced legis to send checks of $1200 to most taxpayers+an extra $500 for every child. We can combat coronavirus & protect our economy/working families at the same time. Dems should join us & pass ASAP!" Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security - Schumer calls on DHS Acting Secretary Wolf to immediately clarify all travel restrictions to Canada, allow vital cross-border medical personnel & other industries to help aid pandemic response Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We're taking big steps at the federal level to fight #COVID." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "During this coronavirus pandemic, we must protect the financial security of our seniors and retirees. That's why @SenMarkey & I have introduced a commonsense bill that would protect our seniors drawing from retirement." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Our response to the coronavirus pandemic must include a targeted approach to provide financial relief for small businesses & workers in the restaurant industry. Spoke today with @IlliniRestAssoc members about keeping their businesses & employees afloat during this crisis." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Americans shouldn't have to choose between maintaining their health and exercising their right to vote at the ballot box during this coronavirus pandemic. We must provide states with the resources they need to expand early in-person voting and absentee vote-by-mail options." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin Outlines Priorities For Third Coronavirus Economic Stimulus Package Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With Illinois Restaurant Association Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "This morning, I spoke with @GovPritzker -- he told me IL is still desperate for testing kits, and we don't have anywhere near the number of tests we'd need to accurately measure the extent of the coronavirus outbreak in IL. That is an unacceptable failure by this Administration." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We need bold policy ideas to help working families & small businesses during this time of crisis. The American people are counting on us. Here are my priorities for the third coronavirus economic stimulus package:" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Shelby, Thune, Wicker unveil liquidity assistance for distressed American industries within comprehensive coronavirus package Sen.Roger Wicker, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We must send immediate relief to hardworking American families. $2,000 in direct cash payments will help people cover expenses and businesses hurting from lack of demand. Let's get it done." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Three more Illinoisans have now passed due to coronavirus, bringing our statewide total to four. My prayers are with their loved ones during this immensely difficult time. Please do everything you can to help protect the health of our community." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "We live in an age where national emergencies, public health crises, and terrorism can threaten the ordinary course of Senate business. We need to bring voting in the Senate into the 21st century so that our important work can continue even under extraordinary circumstances." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin Discusses Impact Of Coronavirus With CEOs From American And Southwest Airlines Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "As coronavirus spreads, people in close quarters at immigration detention facilities are especially vulnerable to infection. @DHSgov must enact protective measures to prioritize the health & safety of migrants & staff immediately." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Small businesses & entrepreneurs are the backbone of our economy. Talked with @ChicagolandCmbr today about the coronavirus pandemic's impact on small businesses & how we can help them & their employees with @SBAgov loans, paid sick leave, & strengthened unemployment insurance." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin, Portman Introduce Resolution To Maintain Senate's Constitutional Responsibilities & Allow Remote Voting During National Emergencies Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "In this time of crisis, we must ensure that health care is within reach for those in rural communities. That's why I joined @SenDuckworth & my @SenateDems colleagues in writing to the @FCC about increasing subsidies to health care providers through the Rural Health Care Program" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Durbin Discusses Coronavirus Relief Efforts With Chicagoland Chamber Of Commerce Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Thune, Daines, and King Introduce Bill to Extend the Tax Filing Deadline, Provide Additional Relief to Middle-Income Americans Sen.John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Durbin, Colleague Introduce Bill To Protect Seniors Income And Retirement During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of State - Durbin, Merkley, Colleagues Press State Department To Address False Narratives Regarding Coronavirus Sen.Cory Booker, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Baldwin, Colleagues Press Trump Administration on Reports that DHS is Preparing Mass Deportation of DREAMERS Sen.Mazie Hirono, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, and the Hon. Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General - Daines Calls On DOJ to Investigate Price-Fixing, Market Manipulation Within Cattle Market and Meatpacking Industry Sen.Steve Daines, ...
March 19, 2020 Task Force on Aging & Families Lead Effort to Provide Relief for Seniors, People with Disabilities During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
March 19, 2020 Senator Hassan Statement on Introducing New Legislation to Suspend SBA Loans for 6 Months, Provide Financial Reprieve to NH Small Businesses Financially Impacted by Coronavirus Sen.Maggie Hassan
March 19, 2020 Wyden Outlines Economic Policy Priorities For Coronavirus Response Sen.Ron Wyden
March 19, 2020 Wyden Statement on New Republican COVID-19 Economic Proposal Sen.Ron Wyden
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Rep. Pressley and Senator Warren Call on Trump to Adopt Guidelines for Decarceration Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.Elizabeth Warren, ...
March 19, 2020 Pingree, Golden Urge Department of Defense to Extend Deadlines for BIW Rep.Jared Golden, ...
March 19, 2020 Shaheen Introduces Legislation to Assist Charitable Organizations Involved in Coronavirus Response Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Kennedy, Tonko lead bipartisan letter to Speaker Pelosi requesting coronavirus response address mental health Rep.Chrissy Houlahan, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pence, Vice President of the United States - Kennedy & Clark demand answers -- again -- on production of PPE & ventilators Rep.Katherine Clark, ...
March 19, 2020 Tillis Updates North Carolinians on Federal Response to Coronavirus Sen.Thom Tillis
March 19, 2020 Governor Mills, Maine Congressional Delegation Convene Call on COVID-19 Sen.Angus King, ...
March 19, 2020 Harris Announces Disaster Declaration for Seven Eastern Shore Counties Rep.Andy Harris
March 19, 2020 Schumer, Murray, Brown, And Warren Unveil Bold, New Plan To Cancel Student Loan Payments For Duration Of Coronavirus Emergency And Provide Minimum $10K Payoff For All Federal Student Loan Borrowers Sen.Elizabeth Warren, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chisti Grimm, Principal Deputy Inspector General of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - CORONAVIRUS: Murray Asks Government Watchdog to Investigate Trump Administration's Testing Missteps Sen.Patty Murray
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, and the Hon. Bobby Scott, Chair of the House Education and Labor Committee - Stevens: Include Butch Lewis Act in COVID-19 Relief Package Rep.Haley Stevens, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education - CORONAVIRUS: Murray, Democrats Urge Trump Administration to Step Up and Help Student Loan Borrowers Impacted by the Coronavirus Sen.Elizabeth Warren, ...
March 19, 2020 Shaheen Releases Relief Proposal to Help Small Businesses Address Public Health-Related Challenges from Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Stevens Opposes Targeted Approach to Direct Cash Assistance Rep.Haley Stevens
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve, and the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Dept. of the Treasury - Stevens: Federal Reserve Should Extend Credit to Auto Industry Rep.Haley Stevens
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