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April 17, 2020 Capital Journal - Staying Connected While We're Staying Apart Sen. John Thune
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Pleased to see @Illinois_Alma make good use of CARES Act funding by creating the Students FIRST: COVID-19 Emergency Fund to offset students' financial setbacks brought on by the #COVID19 pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - ". @MarlenGarcia777 is absolutely right. It would be nuts to run essential workers out of the country during a pandemic. Pres. Trump must extend work authorizations for #DACA & #TPS recipients. #HomeIsHere" Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Chairman @MikeCrapo will coordinate Senate-wide oversight of the historic CARES Act, and I am appointing @SenToomey to the five-member Congressional Oversight Commission. I am grateful that these expert leaders are stepping up." Sen. Mitch McConnell
April 17, 2020 Lofgren Announces More Than $65.6 Million in Federal COVID-19 Relief Funding for Mineta San Jose International Airport Rep. Zoe Lofgren
April 17, 2020 Congressman Gonzalez Postpones Vietnam War Veteran Pinning Ceremony Originally Scheduled for April 19 Due to COVID-19 Rep. Vicente Gonzalez
April 17, 2020 Congressman Gonzalez Announces New Measures from USDA to Help Rural Constituents Affected by COVID-19 Rep. Vicente Gonzalez
April 17, 2020 McConnell Announces Oversight Plans for Historic CARES Act Sen. Mitch McConnell
April 17, 2020 Davids Statement on Shortage of Medical Supplies in Kansas Rep. Sharice Davids
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of the State of Texas - Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Leads Texas Delegation Call for AG Paxton To Reverse Abortion Ban During COVID-19 Rep. Marc Veasey, ...
April 17, 2020 Chairman Thompson Delivers Weekly Democratic Address Rep. Bennie Thompson
April 17, 2020 DHS Officials Refuse to Release Asylum Seekers and Other Non-Violent Detainees Despite Spread of Coronavirus Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - ". @FEMA assistance is key to easing the burden on hospitals treating #COVID19 patients. Yesterday, I asked @femaregion5 Admin. Joseph to keep me informed on the progress his agency is making at McCormick Place in Chicago & in working with the state leaders to identify unmet needs." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 The Hill - Facing unprecedented challenge, State Department brings 61,000 Americans home Rep. Michael McCaul, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "We need a strong testing regime NOW Democrats are fighting for our $30 billion plan for a comprehensive national testing strategy and major new investments to bolster the supply & manufacturing chain, and significantly expand free testing for all, reporting, and contact tracing" Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 17, 2020 Key House Democrats Call For Increased Voter Protections And Funding In Wake Of Coronavirus Crisis Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
April 17, 2020 Oversight Republicans call out Democrats for using coronavirus to advance their radical immigration agenda Rep. Chip Roy, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Tip for Pres Trump: listen to real doctors. Clinical trials warn us to go slow on chloroquine. 1/4 of Brazilian patients developed serious heart issues. Despite President's promotion of "Hydroxy," real doctors remain unconvinced of the drug's safety & effectiveness for #COVID19." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Admin. of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Chairman Neal: "The Rampant Spread of COVID-19 Across Nursing Homes Has Emerged As A Human Rights Issue" Rep. Richard Neal
April 17, 2020 In Honor of Hoosier Hero, Officer Breann Leath Rep. André Carson
April 17, 2020 Rep. Austin Scott Applauds USDA's Commitment to Support American Farmers, Maintain Food Supply Chain During the Coronavirus Public Health Emergency Rep. James Scott, ...
April 17, 2020 Hoeven Announces HHS Behavioral Health Grants To North Dakota From CARES Act Sen. John Hoeven
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "More than 1/3 recently unemployed Americans are in danger of losing their employer health plan, or face an avg. family monthly premium of $1,700. The $600/week boost in unemployment benefits all but disappears for these folks. It's time for the federal govt to cover COBRA costs." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "It's crazy to me that Washington Democrats are playing politics with Americans' lives. This is a crisis, and we need to put the fire out." Sen. John Thune
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Tester, colleagues to Homeland Security chief: Why is border wall construction continuing during global pandemic? Sen. Patty Murray, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump needs to get testing under control NOW." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "We must continue looking out for our fellow Iowans, especially our seniors and those who may be most at-risk, as we combat #COVID19. I've called on the administration to crack down on scammers, and I'm glad DOJ is taking action to protect Iowa's seniors." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 17, 2020 Ernst: I've called on the administration to crack down on scammers, and I'm glad DOJ is taking action to protect Iowa's seniors Sen. Joni Ernst
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 has caused market disruptions that hurt family hog and cattle farmers across Illinois. Joining @SenDuckworth calling on @USDA to provide immediate & direct financial assistant to family pork & beef producers who are struggling." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "As we grapple with the coronavirus pandemic: We know how important it is to continue to fight back against health care disparities in America This Black Maternal Health Week and every week, I'm proud Senate Democrats are fighting for the health care of every American #BMHW2020" Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "We fought to provide $100B in the CARES Act for our heroic front-line hospitals & health providers to have the resources & equipment they need to serve communities in the face of unprecedented strains. But the first round of funding was inadequate for many essential providers." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "These environmental standards are intended to protect the very same communities who are being disproportionately affected by #COVID19 cases & deaths. This is a bad decision for the health and safety of the American people." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - N.H. Congressional Delegation Calls on President Trump to Approve State's Request for Full Reimbursement of COVID-19 FEMA-Funded Projects Rep. Chris Pappas, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Good to see Illinois will be getting $8.325 million in federal Dislocated Worker Grants from @USDOL . This money will go to Illinois communities that are experiencing hardship related to #COVID19 & its impact on their workforce." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Following Calls from Senators Shaheen, Hassan and Colleagues, Veterans Receiving VA Benefits Will Automatically Receive COVID-19 Direct Cash Assistance Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
April 17, 2020 Daines Secures $19 Billion for Ag, Including Livestock, Specialty Crop Producers During Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. Steve Daines
April 17, 2020 Wyden, Casey Condemn Trump Administration's Refusal to Identify Nursing Homes With COVID-19 Cases Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
April 16, 2020 Senator Hassan Statement on Participation in Bipartisan White House Task Force on Reopening in the Wake of COVID-19 Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Dept. of the Treasury, and the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin, of the Small Business Administration - U.S. Senators Tina Smith, John Hoeven Lead Bipartisan Push to Treasury Department, Small Business Administration to Ensure Eligibility of Rural Electric Cooperatives in Paycheck Protection Program Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 16, 2020 Tillis Statement on Lapse in Paycheck Protection Program Funding Sen. Thom Tillis
April 16, 2020 Wicker Named to Trump's Task Force on Economic Recovery Sen. Roger Wicker
April 16, 2020 U.S. Senator Tina Smith, Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan: Coronavirus Relief Funding Meant for Tribes Should Go To Tribal Governments, Not Corporations Sen. Tina Smith, ...
April 16, 2020 Gov. Ricketts Praises President Trump's Guidelines to Reopen America Sen. Pete Ricketts
April 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Klobuchar, Delgado, Torres Small, Colleagues Urge Administration to Establish "Rural COVID-19 Task Force" to Identify and Address Rural Issues During Pandemic Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
April 16, 2020 Klobuchar Joins Colleagues to Introduce Coronavirus Community Relief Act to Provide Federal Assistance for Cities, Towns Under 500,000 Sen. Amy Klobuchar
April 16, 2020 King Appointed to Presidential Task Force Focused on Re-Opening American Economy, Pledges to Offer Input Driven by Health Data and Expert Input Sen. Angus King
April 16, 2020 President names Hyde-Smith to Opening Up America Again Congressional Group Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith
April 16, 2020 Paycheck Protection Program Loans Reach $2.22 Billion for 16,196 Maine Small Employers Sen. Susan Collins
April 16, 2020 Senator Collins Appointed to Bipartisan Presidential Task Force Focused on How to Safely Re-Open the U.S. Economy Sen. Susan Collins
April 16, 2020 Whitehouse Selected for Bipartisan Panel on Safely Reopening American Economy Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
Date Title Politician
April 17, 2020 Capital Journal - Staying Connected While We're Staying Apart Sen.John Thune
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Pleased to see @Illinois_Alma make good use of CARES Act funding by creating the Students FIRST: COVID-19 Emergency Fund to offset students' financial setbacks brought on by the #COVID19 pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - ". @MarlenGarcia777 is absolutely right. It would be nuts to run essential workers out of the country during a pandemic. Pres. Trump must extend work authorizations for #DACA & #TPS recipients. #HomeIsHere" Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Chairman @MikeCrapo will coordinate Senate-wide oversight of the historic CARES Act, and I am appointing @SenToomey to the five-member Congressional Oversight Commission. I am grateful that these expert leaders are stepping up." Sen.Mitch McConnell
April 17, 2020 Lofgren Announces More Than $65.6 Million in Federal COVID-19 Relief Funding for Mineta San Jose International Airport Rep.Zoe Lofgren
April 17, 2020 Congressman Gonzalez Postpones Vietnam War Veteran Pinning Ceremony Originally Scheduled for April 19 Due to COVID-19 Rep.Vicente Gonzalez
April 17, 2020 Congressman Gonzalez Announces New Measures from USDA to Help Rural Constituents Affected by COVID-19 Rep.Vicente Gonzalez
April 17, 2020 McConnell Announces Oversight Plans for Historic CARES Act Sen.Mitch McConnell
April 17, 2020 Davids Statement on Shortage of Medical Supplies in Kansas Rep.Sharice Davids
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ken Paxton, Attorney General of the State of Texas - Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Leads Texas Delegation Call for AG Paxton To Reverse Abortion Ban During COVID-19 Rep.Marc Veasey, ...
April 17, 2020 Chairman Thompson Delivers Weekly Democratic Address Rep.Bennie Thompson
April 17, 2020 DHS Officials Refuse to Release Asylum Seekers and Other Non-Violent Detainees Despite Spread of Coronavirus Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - ". @FEMA assistance is key to easing the burden on hospitals treating #COVID19 patients. Yesterday, I asked @femaregion5 Admin. Joseph to keep me informed on the progress his agency is making at McCormick Place in Chicago & in working with the state leaders to identify unmet needs." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 The Hill - Facing unprecedented challenge, State Department brings 61,000 Americans home Rep.Michael McCaul, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "We need a strong testing regime NOW Democrats are fighting for our $30 billion plan for a comprehensive national testing strategy and major new investments to bolster the supply & manufacturing chain, and significantly expand free testing for all, reporting, and contact tracing" Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 17, 2020 Key House Democrats Call For Increased Voter Protections And Funding In Wake Of Coronavirus Crisis Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
April 17, 2020 Oversight Republicans call out Democrats for using coronavirus to advance their radical immigration agenda Rep.Chip Roy, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Tip for Pres Trump: listen to real doctors. Clinical trials warn us to go slow on chloroquine. 1/4 of Brazilian patients developed serious heart issues. Despite President's promotion of "Hydroxy," real doctors remain unconvinced of the drug's safety & effectiveness for #COVID19." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Admin. of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Chairman Neal: "The Rampant Spread of COVID-19 Across Nursing Homes Has Emerged As A Human Rights Issue" Rep.Richard Neal
April 17, 2020 In Honor of Hoosier Hero, Officer Breann Leath Rep.André Carson
April 17, 2020 Rep. Austin Scott Applauds USDA's Commitment to Support American Farmers, Maintain Food Supply Chain During the Coronavirus Public Health Emergency Rep.James Scott, ...
April 17, 2020 Hoeven Announces HHS Behavioral Health Grants To North Dakota From CARES Act Sen.John Hoeven
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "More than 1/3 recently unemployed Americans are in danger of losing their employer health plan, or face an avg. family monthly premium of $1,700. The $600/week boost in unemployment benefits all but disappears for these folks. It's time for the federal govt to cover COBRA costs." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "It's crazy to me that Washington Democrats are playing politics with Americans' lives. This is a crisis, and we need to put the fire out." Sen.John Thune
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Tester, colleagues to Homeland Security chief: Why is border wall construction continuing during global pandemic? Sen.Patty Murray, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump needs to get testing under control NOW." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "We must continue looking out for our fellow Iowans, especially our seniors and those who may be most at-risk, as we combat #COVID19. I've called on the administration to crack down on scammers, and I'm glad DOJ is taking action to protect Iowa's seniors." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 17, 2020 Ernst: I've called on the administration to crack down on scammers, and I'm glad DOJ is taking action to protect Iowa's seniors Sen.Joni Ernst
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 has caused market disruptions that hurt family hog and cattle farmers across Illinois. Joining @SenDuckworth calling on @USDA to provide immediate & direct financial assistant to family pork & beef producers who are struggling." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "As we grapple with the coronavirus pandemic: We know how important it is to continue to fight back against health care disparities in America This Black Maternal Health Week and every week, I'm proud Senate Democrats are fighting for the health care of every American #BMHW2020" Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "We fought to provide $100B in the CARES Act for our heroic front-line hospitals & health providers to have the resources & equipment they need to serve communities in the face of unprecedented strains. But the first round of funding was inadequate for many essential providers." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "These environmental standards are intended to protect the very same communities who are being disproportionately affected by #COVID19 cases & deaths. This is a bad decision for the health and safety of the American people." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - N.H. Congressional Delegation Calls on President Trump to Approve State's Request for Full Reimbursement of COVID-19 FEMA-Funded Projects Rep.Chris Pappas, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Good to see Illinois will be getting $8.325 million in federal Dislocated Worker Grants from @USDOL . This money will go to Illinois communities that are experiencing hardship related to #COVID19 & its impact on their workforce." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Following Calls from Senators Shaheen, Hassan and Colleagues, Veterans Receiving VA Benefits Will Automatically Receive COVID-19 Direct Cash Assistance Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
April 17, 2020 Daines Secures $19 Billion for Ag, Including Livestock, Specialty Crop Producers During Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.Steve Daines
April 17, 2020 Wyden, Casey Condemn Trump Administration's Refusal to Identify Nursing Homes With COVID-19 Cases Sen.Ron Wyden, ...
April 16, 2020 Senator Hassan Statement on Participation in Bipartisan White House Task Force on Reopening in the Wake of COVID-19 Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Dept. of the Treasury, and the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin, of the Small Business Administration - U.S. Senators Tina Smith, John Hoeven Lead Bipartisan Push to Treasury Department, Small Business Administration to Ensure Eligibility of Rural Electric Cooperatives in Paycheck Protection Program Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 16, 2020 Tillis Statement on Lapse in Paycheck Protection Program Funding Sen.Thom Tillis
April 16, 2020 Wicker Named to Trump's Task Force on Economic Recovery Sen.Roger Wicker
April 16, 2020 U.S. Senator Tina Smith, Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan: Coronavirus Relief Funding Meant for Tribes Should Go To Tribal Governments, Not Corporations Sen.Tina Smith, ...
April 16, 2020 Gov. Ricketts Praises President Trump's Guidelines to Reopen America Sen.Pete Ricketts
April 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Klobuchar, Delgado, Torres Small, Colleagues Urge Administration to Establish "Rural COVID-19 Task Force" to Identify and Address Rural Issues During Pandemic Sen.Ron Wyden, ...
April 16, 2020 Klobuchar Joins Colleagues to Introduce Coronavirus Community Relief Act to Provide Federal Assistance for Cities, Towns Under 500,000 Sen.Amy Klobuchar
April 16, 2020 King Appointed to Presidential Task Force Focused on Re-Opening American Economy, Pledges to Offer Input Driven by Health Data and Expert Input Sen.Angus King
April 16, 2020 President names Hyde-Smith to Opening Up America Again Congressional Group Sen.Cindy Hyde-Smith
April 16, 2020 Paycheck Protection Program Loans Reach $2.22 Billion for 16,196 Maine Small Employers Sen.Susan Collins
April 16, 2020 Senator Collins Appointed to Bipartisan Presidential Task Force Focused on How to Safely Re-Open the U.S. Economy Sen.Susan Collins
April 16, 2020 Whitehouse Selected for Bipartisan Panel on Safely Reopening American Economy Sen.Sheldon Whitehouse
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