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July 24, 2018 Durbin Releases Shocking New Data On Department Of Education's Borrower Defense Application Backlog Sen. Dick Durbin
July 24, 2018 Tweet - "The opportunities for debt-free college that would be created by the #AimHigher Act aren't simply good for our students -- they're good for our economy. Nothing brings more money to the Treasury like investing in Americans' education." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
July 24, 2018 Cornyn Bill to Ease Burdensome Occupational Licensing Requirements Passes Senate Sen. John Cornyn
July 23, 2018 Representatives Poe, Speier, Kuster & Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Combat Campus Sexual Violence Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, ...
July 23, 2018 Kaine Praises Senate Passage Of Career And Technical Education Legislation Sen. Tim Kaine
July 23, 2018 Enzi, Casey, Alexander, Murray Applaud Senate Passage of Bipartisan Career and Technical Education Bill Sen. Patty Murray, ...
July 23, 2018 Joyce Nursing Bill Passes House Unanimously Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, ...
July 23, 2018 Tweet - "The Perkins Career and Technical Education Act reauthorization passed today including my New HOPE Act that allows the use of federal funds to examine and reform occupational licensing regulations in the states." Sen. John Cornyn
July 23, 2018 Tweet - "Closing the skills gap will require a greater federal role in comprehensive training for workers of all skill levels & career stages, as the @HouseNewDems suggested as part of its Economic Opportunity Agenda." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2018 Senate Unanimously Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Career and Technical Education Programs for Granite Staters Sen. Maggie Hassan
July 21, 2018 Tweet - "There are 2.1 million single mothers in college today, but only 8% of them will finish their degree within six years. These women work hard to provide a better life for their children, but often face insurmountable barriers to completing their education." Sen. Patty Murray
July 20, 2018 Letter to Chairman Clayton - Weak Settlement With Former For-Profit College Executive Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
July 20, 2018 Pelosi Statement on Trump's Latest False Promises for Workers Rep. Nancy Pelosi
July 20, 2018 Tweet - "#4profit college ITT Tech Chief Officer Kevin Modany made $36 million while defrauding students, taxpayers, and investors. The SEC fined him $200,000. Sound fair?" Sen. Dick Durbin
July 19, 2018 Tweet - "I'm calling on all my colleagues to support @SenDuckworth's legislation to fix this because--and this shouldn't have to be said--every child should be able to learn in an environment free of toxins and poisons. -PM" Sen. Patty Murray
July 19, 2018 Youth Exchange and Study Abroad Program Rep. GT Thompson
July 19, 2018 Tweet - "It is unacceptable that even one child is attending a school with elevated levels of lead--and even more unacceptable that a majority of schools don't even know if their students are at risk." Sen. Patty Murray
July 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alexander Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Chairwoman Foxx Urges Continued Department of Labor Action to Improve the Job Corps Program Rep. Virginia Foxx
July 18, 2018 Guthrie, Davis Introduce APPRENTICE Act Rep. Steven Guthrie
July 18, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Special Committee on Aging - Opening Statement of Sen. Susan Collins, Hearing on "Supporting Economic Stability and Self-Sufficiency as Americans with Disabilities and their Families Age" Sen. Susan Collins
July 18, 2018 Letter to Secretary Mnuchin and Acting Commissioner Kautter - Clarify That Cheated or Defrauded Students Cannot Be Taxed on Loan Discharges Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
July 17, 2018 Bennet Statement on DPS Superintendent Boasberg's Announcement Sen. Michael Bennet
July 17, 2018 Tweet - "As President Trump & @BetsyDeVosED move to reverse the progress we've made to strengthen diversity in our classrooms, glad to see institutions across WA affirm the value of diversity in education & commit to keeping it alive on campuses across our state." Sen. Patty Murray
July 17, 2018 Tweet - ".@BetsyDeVosED has ignored the public's overwhelming rejection to her extreme ideology, and instead continues to promote her privatization agenda, trying to shift taxpayer funds away from public schools." Sen. Patty Murray
July 16, 2018 World Youth Skills Day Rep. GT Thompson
July 16, 2018 Executive Session Sen. Patty Murray
July 16, 2018 Murray Statement on States Devoting More Resources to Underserved Students Through Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Sen. Patty Murray
July 13, 2018 Sen. Tina Smith Pushes for Stronger Safeguards for Minnesotans Taking Out Expensive Private Student Loans Sen. Tina Smith
July 12, 2018 Bonamici Statement on Trump Administration Actions to Undermine Diversity in Education Rep. Suzanne Bonamici
July 12, 2018 Durbin, Smith, Reed, & Senators Introduce Bill To Prevent Unnecessary Private Student Loan Debt And Improve Transparency Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 12, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nearly $3 Million for Chicagoland Head Start Programs Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 12, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nearly $6 Million for Southern Illinois Head Start Programs Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 12, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Announce More Than $9 Million for Central Illinois Head Start Programs Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 12, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Announce More Than $7 Million for Northwest Illinois Head Start Programs Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 11, 2018 Castro, Comstock Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing the Importance of Diversity in STEM Rep. Joaquin Castro, ...
July 11, 2018 Tweet - "I'm asking IL community colleges to assist students attending the closing Illinois Institute of Art campuses and Argosy-Schaumburg. These students deserve a chance to continue their studies at quality, affordable institutions like community colleges. https://www.durbin.senate.gov/download/illinois-community-colleges-letter-on-dceh …" Sen. Dick Durbin
July 10, 2018 Ranking Members Scott, Nadler Respond to Trump Administration Rescinding Obama-Era Guidance Promoting Campus Diversity Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
July 9, 2018 Sen. Tina Smith Presses to Help Schools in Minnesota, Across the Country Hit Hard by Teacher Shortages Sen. Tina Smith
July 9, 2018 Statement of Ranking Member Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) "Protecting our Future: Addressing School Security Challenges in America" Rep. Bennie Thompson
July 3, 2018 Ranking Members Scott, Nadler Respond to Trump Administration Rescinding Obama-Era Guidance Promoting Campus Diversity Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
July 3, 2018 Senator Murray's Statement on Trump Administration Move to Rescind Efforts Promoting Diversity in Higher Education Sen. Patty Murray
July 3, 2018 Tweet - "With this latest action, President Trump, Attorney General Sessions, & Secretary DeVos are making it more difficult for colleges and universities to open up doors of opportunity to students and communities who have historically been left behind." Sen. Patty Murray
July 3, 2018 Pelosi Statement on Reports of Trump Administration Rollback of Affirmative Action Guidance Rep. Nancy Pelosi
July 2, 2018 Heitkamp Fights for First-Generation College Students, Demands DeVos Stop Withholding Funds Sen. John Hoeven
June 30, 2018 Ranking Member Scott Condemns Education Department Effort to Rollback Accountability for Online Education Programs Rep. Bobby Scott
June 30, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the Tenth Anniversary of the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2018 Warner & Kaine Announce More Than $800,000 For Virginia Commonwealth University to Conduct Education Research Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
June 29, 2018 Scott & Murray on the Rollback of Civil Rights for Students with Disabilities, Students of Color Rep. Bobby Scott, ...
June 29, 2018 Letter to Secretary DeVos - More Research on Homework Gap Sen. Angus King, ...
June 28, 2018 Hawai"i To Get A Major Boost In Impact Aid Funding For Schools Sen. Brian Schatz
June 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services, the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security, the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education, and the Hon. Jeff Sessions, US Attorney General - Demand Answers Regarding Unaccompanied Minors in Administration's Custody Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, ...
June 28, 2018 Murphy, Udall Introduce Farm Bill Amendment To Help Farmers With Student Loan Debt Sen. Chris Murphy, ...
June 28, 2018 Hyde-Smith Votes to Fund Workforce Training, Rural Health and Opioid Abuse Prevention Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith
June 28, 2018 Senators Booker, Harris, Rep. Meeks Introduce Resolution Honoring Contributions of African Americans to America's Musical Heritage Sen. Cory Booker
June 27, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pension - Opening Statement of Sen. Patty Murray, Executive Session Sen. Patty Murray
June 27, 2018 Klobuchar, Sasse Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Equip American Workers with the Skills and Training they Need to Compete in Today's Economy Rep. GT Thompson, ...
June 27, 2018 Sen. Tina Smith Says Bipartisan Measure She Helped Push Through Senate Education Committee Will Improve How Schools Prepare Students for 21st Century Jobs Sen. Tina Smith
June 27, 2018 Gov. Scott: More Florida Schools Earning High Marks Sen. Rick Scott
June 26, 2018 Major Bipartisan Breakthrough on Career and Technical Education Bill Sen. Patty Murray, ...
June 26, 2018 US Senator Tammy Baldwin Moves Bipartisan Career and Technical Education Legislation Forward Sen. Tammy Baldwin
June 26, 2018 Kaine Praises Major Senate Breakthrough On Updating Career And Technical Education Legislation Sen. Tim Kaine
June 26, 2018 Cassidy, Cantwell Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost High School Coding Programs Sen. Bill Cassidy, ...
June 26, 2018 Letter to Dr. Gellman-Danley - Investigate Reports Of Misleading Practices By Dream Center Education Holdings Sen. Dick Durbin
June 26, 2018 Klobuchar Introduces Legislation to Expand Career and Technical Education Research and Outreach Sen. Amy Klobuchar
June 26, 2018 Senate CTE Caucus Supports Bill to Strengthen Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Sen. Todd Young
June 26, 2018 Tweet - "I'm pleased we were able to reach a bipartisan agreement to reauthorize a career and technical education law that helps workers and students get the skills they need to succeed in a changing economy." Sen. Patty Murray
June 26, 2018 Senator Warren's Statement on Career and Technical Education Bill Vote Sen. Elizabeth Warren
June 25, 2018 DeLauro Statement On Second Appropriations Committee Markup Delay Rep. Rosa DeLauro
June 25, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Stop Withholding Funds from TRIO Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
June 22, 2018 Kaine Joins Casey To Introduce Bill To Improve Access To Mental Health Services For Students Sen. Tim Kaine
June 22, 2018 Hirono, Matsui Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Title IX, Honor Patsy T. Mink & Louise M. Slaughter Rep. Doris Matsui, ...
June 22, 2018 Heitkamp Speaks At 2018 School Resource Officers Safety Convention in West Fargo Sen. John Hoeven
June 22, 2018 Warren, Boozman Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Student Veterans Sen. John Boozman, ...
June 21, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Take Action Now to Prevent Gun Violence by Promoting Safe Storage Sen. Patty Murray
June 21, 2018 Hoyer, Lee Statement on Trump Administration's Proposed Reorganization of Anti-Poverty Programs Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Date Title Politician
July 24, 2018 Durbin Releases Shocking New Data On Department Of Education's Borrower Defense Application Backlog Sen.Dick Durbin
July 24, 2018 Tweet - "The opportunities for debt-free college that would be created by the #AimHigher Act aren't simply good for our students -- they're good for our economy. Nothing brings more money to the Treasury like investing in Americans' education." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
July 24, 2018 Cornyn Bill to Ease Burdensome Occupational Licensing Requirements Passes Senate Sen.John Cornyn
July 23, 2018 Representatives Poe, Speier, Kuster & Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Combat Campus Sexual Violence Rep.Brian Fitzpatrick, ...
July 23, 2018 Kaine Praises Senate Passage Of Career And Technical Education Legislation Sen.Tim Kaine
July 23, 2018 Enzi, Casey, Alexander, Murray Applaud Senate Passage of Bipartisan Career and Technical Education Bill Sen.Patty Murray, ...
July 23, 2018 Joyce Nursing Bill Passes House Unanimously Rep.Suzanne Bonamici, ...
July 23, 2018 Tweet - "The Perkins Career and Technical Education Act reauthorization passed today including my New HOPE Act that allows the use of federal funds to examine and reform occupational licensing regulations in the states." Sen.John Cornyn
July 23, 2018 Tweet - "Closing the skills gap will require a greater federal role in comprehensive training for workers of all skill levels & career stages, as the @HouseNewDems suggested as part of its Economic Opportunity Agenda." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2018 Senate Unanimously Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Career and Technical Education Programs for Granite Staters Sen.Maggie Hassan
July 21, 2018 Tweet - "There are 2.1 million single mothers in college today, but only 8% of them will finish their degree within six years. These women work hard to provide a better life for their children, but often face insurmountable barriers to completing their education." Sen.Patty Murray
July 20, 2018 Letter to Chairman Clayton - Weak Settlement With Former For-Profit College Executive Sen.Elizabeth Warren, ...
July 20, 2018 Pelosi Statement on Trump's Latest False Promises for Workers Rep.Nancy Pelosi
July 20, 2018 Tweet - "#4profit college ITT Tech Chief Officer Kevin Modany made $36 million while defrauding students, taxpayers, and investors. The SEC fined him $200,000. Sound fair?" Sen.Dick Durbin
July 19, 2018 Tweet - "I'm calling on all my colleagues to support @SenDuckworth's legislation to fix this because--and this shouldn't have to be said--every child should be able to learn in an environment free of toxins and poisons. -PM" Sen.Patty Murray
July 19, 2018 Youth Exchange and Study Abroad Program Rep.GT Thompson
July 19, 2018 Tweet - "It is unacceptable that even one child is attending a school with elevated levels of lead--and even more unacceptable that a majority of schools don't even know if their students are at risk." Sen.Patty Murray
July 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alexander Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Chairwoman Foxx Urges Continued Department of Labor Action to Improve the Job Corps Program Rep.Virginia Foxx
July 18, 2018 Guthrie, Davis Introduce APPRENTICE Act Rep.Steven Guthrie
July 18, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Special Committee on Aging - Opening Statement of Sen. Susan Collins, Hearing on "Supporting Economic Stability and Self-Sufficiency as Americans with Disabilities and their Families Age" Sen.Susan Collins
July 18, 2018 Letter to Secretary Mnuchin and Acting Commissioner Kautter - Clarify That Cheated or Defrauded Students Cannot Be Taxed on Loan Discharges Sen.Ron Wyden, ...
July 17, 2018 Bennet Statement on DPS Superintendent Boasberg's Announcement Sen.Michael Bennet
July 17, 2018 Tweet - "As President Trump & @BetsyDeVosED move to reverse the progress we've made to strengthen diversity in our classrooms, glad to see institutions across WA affirm the value of diversity in education & commit to keeping it alive on campuses across our state." Sen.Patty Murray
July 17, 2018 Tweet - ".@BetsyDeVosED has ignored the public's overwhelming rejection to her extreme ideology, and instead continues to promote her privatization agenda, trying to shift taxpayer funds away from public schools." Sen.Patty Murray
July 16, 2018 World Youth Skills Day Rep.GT Thompson
July 16, 2018 Executive Session Sen.Patty Murray
July 16, 2018 Murray Statement on States Devoting More Resources to Underserved Students Through Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Sen.Patty Murray
July 13, 2018 Sen. Tina Smith Pushes for Stronger Safeguards for Minnesotans Taking Out Expensive Private Student Loans Sen.Tina Smith
July 12, 2018 Bonamici Statement on Trump Administration Actions to Undermine Diversity in Education Rep.Suzanne Bonamici
July 12, 2018 Durbin, Smith, Reed, & Senators Introduce Bill To Prevent Unnecessary Private Student Loan Debt And Improve Transparency Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 12, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nearly $3 Million for Chicagoland Head Start Programs Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 12, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nearly $6 Million for Southern Illinois Head Start Programs Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 12, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Announce More Than $9 Million for Central Illinois Head Start Programs Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 12, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Announce More Than $7 Million for Northwest Illinois Head Start Programs Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 11, 2018 Castro, Comstock Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing the Importance of Diversity in STEM Rep.Joaquin Castro, ...
July 11, 2018 Tweet - "I'm asking IL community colleges to assist students attending the closing Illinois Institute of Art campuses and Argosy-Schaumburg. These students deserve a chance to continue their studies at quality, affordable institutions like community colleges. https://www.durbin.senate.gov/download/illinois-community-colleges-letter-on-dceh …" Sen.Dick Durbin
July 10, 2018 Ranking Members Scott, Nadler Respond to Trump Administration Rescinding Obama-Era Guidance Promoting Campus Diversity Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
July 9, 2018 Sen. Tina Smith Presses to Help Schools in Minnesota, Across the Country Hit Hard by Teacher Shortages Sen.Tina Smith
July 9, 2018 Statement of Ranking Member Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) "Protecting our Future: Addressing School Security Challenges in America" Rep.Bennie Thompson
July 3, 2018 Ranking Members Scott, Nadler Respond to Trump Administration Rescinding Obama-Era Guidance Promoting Campus Diversity Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
July 3, 2018 Senator Murray's Statement on Trump Administration Move to Rescind Efforts Promoting Diversity in Higher Education Sen.Patty Murray
July 3, 2018 Tweet - "With this latest action, President Trump, Attorney General Sessions, & Secretary DeVos are making it more difficult for colleges and universities to open up doors of opportunity to students and communities who have historically been left behind." Sen.Patty Murray
July 3, 2018 Pelosi Statement on Reports of Trump Administration Rollback of Affirmative Action Guidance Rep.Nancy Pelosi
July 2, 2018 Heitkamp Fights for First-Generation College Students, Demands DeVos Stop Withholding Funds Sen.John Hoeven
June 30, 2018 Ranking Member Scott Condemns Education Department Effort to Rollback Accountability for Online Education Programs Rep.Bobby Scott
June 30, 2018 Hoyer Statement on the Tenth Anniversary of the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 29, 2018 Warner & Kaine Announce More Than $800,000 For Virginia Commonwealth University to Conduct Education Research Sen.Tim Kaine, ...
June 29, 2018 Scott & Murray on the Rollback of Civil Rights for Students with Disabilities, Students of Color Rep.Bobby Scott, ...
June 29, 2018 Letter to Secretary DeVos - More Research on Homework Gap Sen.Angus King, ...
June 28, 2018 Hawai"i To Get A Major Boost In Impact Aid Funding For Schools Sen.Brian Schatz
June 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services, the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security, the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education, and the Hon. Jeff Sessions, US Attorney General - Demand Answers Regarding Unaccompanied Minors in Administration's Custody Rep.Suzanne Bonamici, ...
June 28, 2018 Murphy, Udall Introduce Farm Bill Amendment To Help Farmers With Student Loan Debt Sen.Chris Murphy, ...
June 28, 2018 Hyde-Smith Votes to Fund Workforce Training, Rural Health and Opioid Abuse Prevention Sen.Cindy Hyde-Smith
June 28, 2018 Senators Booker, Harris, Rep. Meeks Introduce Resolution Honoring Contributions of African Americans to America's Musical Heritage Sen.Cory Booker
June 27, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pension - Opening Statement of Sen. Patty Murray, Executive Session Sen.Patty Murray
June 27, 2018 Klobuchar, Sasse Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Equip American Workers with the Skills and Training they Need to Compete in Today's Economy Rep.GT Thompson, ...
June 27, 2018 Sen. Tina Smith Says Bipartisan Measure She Helped Push Through Senate Education Committee Will Improve How Schools Prepare Students for 21st Century Jobs Sen.Tina Smith
June 27, 2018 Gov. Scott: More Florida Schools Earning High Marks Sen.Rick Scott
June 26, 2018 Major Bipartisan Breakthrough on Career and Technical Education Bill Sen.Patty Murray, ...
June 26, 2018 US Senator Tammy Baldwin Moves Bipartisan Career and Technical Education Legislation Forward Sen.Tammy Baldwin
June 26, 2018 Kaine Praises Major Senate Breakthrough On Updating Career And Technical Education Legislation Sen.Tim Kaine
June 26, 2018 Cassidy, Cantwell Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost High School Coding Programs Sen.Bill Cassidy, ...
June 26, 2018 Letter to Dr. Gellman-Danley - Investigate Reports Of Misleading Practices By Dream Center Education Holdings Sen.Dick Durbin
June 26, 2018 Klobuchar Introduces Legislation to Expand Career and Technical Education Research and Outreach Sen.Amy Klobuchar
June 26, 2018 Senate CTE Caucus Supports Bill to Strengthen Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Sen.Todd Young
June 26, 2018 Tweet - "I'm pleased we were able to reach a bipartisan agreement to reauthorize a career and technical education law that helps workers and students get the skills they need to succeed in a changing economy." Sen.Patty Murray
June 26, 2018 Senator Warren's Statement on Career and Technical Education Bill Vote Sen.Elizabeth Warren
June 25, 2018 DeLauro Statement On Second Appropriations Committee Markup Delay Rep.Rosa DeLauro
June 25, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Stop Withholding Funds from TRIO Sen.Tim Kaine, ...
June 22, 2018 Kaine Joins Casey To Introduce Bill To Improve Access To Mental Health Services For Students Sen.Tim Kaine
June 22, 2018 Hirono, Matsui Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Title IX, Honor Patsy T. Mink & Louise M. Slaughter Rep.Doris Matsui, ...
June 22, 2018 Heitkamp Speaks At 2018 School Resource Officers Safety Convention in West Fargo Sen.John Hoeven
June 22, 2018 Warren, Boozman Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Student Veterans Sen.John Boozman, ...
June 21, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Take Action Now to Prevent Gun Violence by Promoting Safe Storage Sen.Patty Murray
June 21, 2018 Hoyer, Lee Statement on Trump Administration's Proposed Reorganization of Anti-Poverty Programs Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
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