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March 30, 2020 Tweet - "We built robust, multilayered accountability and transparency mechanisms to ensure taxpayer funds are properly used to protect workers and people. Glenn Fine must exercise his full oversight authority to ensure that the Trump administration implements the CARES Act as intended." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 30, 2020 Tweet - "The airline industry is facing a greater economic threat than 9/11, endangering thousands of jobs in IL. Spoke w/ @AmericanAir CEO Doug Parker today about the strong funding & labor protections in the stimulus bill that will keep workers on the payroll during this pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 30, 2020 Paycheck Protection Program FAQs for Small Businesses Sen. Chuck Grassley
March 30, 2020 Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Direct Payments and Unemployment Insurance Rep. Robert Aderholt
March 30, 2020 Paycheck Protection Program FAQs for Small Businesses Rep. Robert Aderholt
March 30, 2020 Dingell on Ford, UAW, GE, Airon Announcing Production of Critical Ventilators Rep. Debbie Dingell
March 30, 2020 Michigan Implements Expansion of Unemployment Assistance Following Peters' Legislation Being Signed into Law Sen. Gary Peters
March 30, 2020 Chairman Scott Remarks on Conference Call on Worker and Patient Safety Needs for the Next Coronavirus Package Rep. Bobby Scott
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems fought for the biggest expansion of unemployment insurance in decades and covered self-employed, gig workers, freelancers, more Thanks to Sen. @RonWyden , @SenGaryPeters , @SenatorBennet for fighting side-by-side with me to make this a reality" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks to @firedeptcoffee in Rockford for looking out for their fellow frontline workers and donating thousands of coffee pods to fuel nurses & doctors through long shifts. Proud of the generosity I'm seeing across Illinois through these trying times." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 27, 2020 Tweet - "Cruise industry often registers abroad to avoid US taxes, environmental regs, worker rights Now seems they want a taxpayer-funded bailout?! No--We rebuffed GOP attempts to bailout companies registered abroad Cruise companies registered or organized off our shores won't qualify" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 27, 2020 Huffman Supports Third Coronavirus Legislative Package, Calls for Continued Work to Prioritize Families, Workers Over Big Corporations Rep. Jared Huffman
March 27, 2020 Clarke Votes in Favor of the Bipartisan CARES ACT to Combat COVID-19 Rep. Yvette Clarke
March 27, 2020 Tweet - "Because Democrats insisted on these changes, the assistance to people, workers in businesses small, medium, large, the self-employed, freelancers, or gig workers is not just a one-shot deal, but a continuing paycheck that will help during this crisis." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 27, 2020 Bonamici Statement In Support of Passage of Coronavirus Relief Package Rep. Suzanne Bonamici
March 27, 2020 Peters Delivers Weekly Democratic Address, Highlights Expansion of Unemployment Benefits, Significant Hospital Funding, Support for Small Businesses in 3rd Coronavirus Package Sen. Gary Peters
March 27, 2020 Tweet - "From the start--Dems have been fighting to put people & workers first We fought for the biggest expansion of unemployment insurance in decades It helps businesses small, medium, large, self-employed, gig workers, freelancers, bartenders, retail workers, airline attendants, more" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 27, 2020 Tillis Secures Expansion of H-2A Visa Applicants to Help America's Farmers During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Thom Tillis
March 26, 2020 Letter to Chris Kempczinski, President and Chief Executive Official of McDonald's - Harris Leads Call for Large Employers to Enact Emergency Paid Leave Protections Amid Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
March 26, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida - Rep. Frankel, Florida Members Send Letter to Gov. DeSantis Urging Action to Fix Unemployment Insurance Program, Application Process Rep. Darren Soto, ...
March 26, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Unemployment Insurance Claims Report Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2020 Wicker Votes for Coronavirus Relief Package Sen. Roger Wicker
March 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Rep. Wild leads letter to guarantee health care workers paid sick leave Rep. Nanette Barragán, ...
March 26, 2020 Cantwell Helps Secure Billions for Small Business Loans, Grants, & Debt Relief in COVID-19 Funding Package Sen. Maria Cantwell
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "Have questions about the how the new Senate-passed coronavirus relief package will support working families, institute sick leave, or affect student loan payments? Learn more about the relief bill here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
March 26, 2020 Senator Collins Votes to Advance Sweeping COVID-19 Emergency Legislation to Save American Jobs, Support Workers, and Strengthen our Health System Sen. Susan Collins
March 26, 2020 Senator Murray Secures Critical Fix for Hanford and PNNL Workers in Senate Relief Package to Ensure They Won't Miss a Paycheck During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Patty Murray
March 25, 2020 Wyden Announces Historic Expansion Of Unemployment Insurance Sen. Ron Wyden
March 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Blunt Rochester Calls for Protections for Frontline Health Care Workers Rep. Nanette Barragán, ...
March 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader of the United States Senate, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Peter DeFazio, Chairman of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Hon. Sam Graves, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure - Congresswoman Wilson Leads Florida Delegation Letter to House Leaders Urging Support for Cruise Industry Workers Rep. Vern Buchanan, ...
March 25, 2020 Scott, Sasse, Graham Demand Immediate Fix to Life-Threatening Drafting Error in Emergency Bill Sen. Tim Scott, ...
March 25, 2020 Peters Secures Expanded Unemployment Assistance in Third Coronavirus Package Sen. Gary Peters
March 25, 2020 Elected Officials Urge Cleveland Cliffs/AK Steel to Protect Worker Health and Safety During COVID-19 Rep. Debbie Dingell, ...
March 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Employee Retention Tax Credit Letter Rep. Darren Soto, ...
March 24, 2020 Chairwoman Velázquez on Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act Rep. Nydia Velázquez
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "We're fighting to ensure no one goes into financial ruin because of coronavirus. Service and industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, and more. We're fighting to make sure there are no bailouts without strict conditions that put people and workers first." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Congressmen Pappas and Hagedorn Call on House Leadership to Include the Employee Retention Tax Credit in Upcoming Coronavirus Legislation Rep. Chris Pappas, ...
March 24, 2020 Bennet Unveils Sweeping Proposal to Strengthen Unemployment Insurance Amidst Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Michael Bennet
March 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Congressman Kim, Bipartisan Coalition, Call on Senate to Save Millions of Franchise Jobs Sen. Andy Kim, ...
March 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Rep. Burchett Calls on Airlines to Avoid Executive Bonuses, Stands Up for Independent Contractors Amid COVID-19 Crisis Rep. Tim Burchett, ...
March 22, 2020 Whitehouse Statement on Coronavirus Package Procedural Vote Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "To recap: Democrats just blocked a bill that would provide direct cash payments to Americans who need it most -- like hourly workers. Not to mention funding to help support health care workers who are on the front lines. I hope Dems can put politics aside and work with us." Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "I just spoke in the Senate about how we're making progress on a bill. The McConnell-GOP bill includes huge bailouts without protections for people and workers and without accountability. It has shortfalls of money for our hospitals & medical workers. This needs to be changed." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 22, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview With Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "We voted no on the McConnell-GOP bill because among other problems it includes huge bailouts without protections for people and workers and without accountability, and because it shortchanges our hospitals and healthcare workers who need our help. These changes need to be made." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 21, 2020 Following Calls From Rep. Cleaver To Protect Employees, IRS Commissioner Commits to Changes Rep. Emanuel Cleaver
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "We must do everything we can to make sure no one goes into financial ruin because of coronavirus. Service and industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, bartenders, retail workers, airline attendants, so many more. I'm fighting for all people and all workers. #WorkersFirst" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 21, 2020 Senator Warren Calls on Amazon, Walmart, and McDonalds to Ensure Workers Have Immediate Access to Emergency Paid Leave during COVID-19 Outbreak Sen. Elizabeth Warren
March 21, 2020 Senator Stabenow, Peters Introduce Bill to Support Workers Impacted by Coronavirus Crisis and Trade Sen. Gary Peters, ...
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "I'm fighting for our public health infrastructure. For hundreds of billions of dollars for masks, beds, ventilators, tests, and more. I'm fighting to ensure no one goes into financial ruin because of coronavirus. Service and industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, and more." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
March 30, 2020 Tweet - "We built robust, multilayered accountability and transparency mechanisms to ensure taxpayer funds are properly used to protect workers and people. Glenn Fine must exercise his full oversight authority to ensure that the Trump administration implements the CARES Act as intended." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 30, 2020 Tweet - "The airline industry is facing a greater economic threat than 9/11, endangering thousands of jobs in IL. Spoke w/ @AmericanAir CEO Doug Parker today about the strong funding & labor protections in the stimulus bill that will keep workers on the payroll during this pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 30, 2020 Paycheck Protection Program FAQs for Small Businesses Sen.Chuck Grassley
March 30, 2020 Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Direct Payments and Unemployment Insurance Rep.Robert Aderholt
March 30, 2020 Paycheck Protection Program FAQs for Small Businesses Rep.Robert Aderholt
March 30, 2020 Dingell on Ford, UAW, GE, Airon Announcing Production of Critical Ventilators Rep.Debbie Dingell
March 30, 2020 Michigan Implements Expansion of Unemployment Assistance Following Peters' Legislation Being Signed into Law Sen.Gary Peters
March 30, 2020 Chairman Scott Remarks on Conference Call on Worker and Patient Safety Needs for the Next Coronavirus Package Rep.Bobby Scott
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems fought for the biggest expansion of unemployment insurance in decades and covered self-employed, gig workers, freelancers, more Thanks to Sen. @RonWyden , @SenGaryPeters , @SenatorBennet for fighting side-by-side with me to make this a reality" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks to @firedeptcoffee in Rockford for looking out for their fellow frontline workers and donating thousands of coffee pods to fuel nurses & doctors through long shifts. Proud of the generosity I'm seeing across Illinois through these trying times." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 27, 2020 Tweet - "Cruise industry often registers abroad to avoid US taxes, environmental regs, worker rights Now seems they want a taxpayer-funded bailout?! No--We rebuffed GOP attempts to bailout companies registered abroad Cruise companies registered or organized off our shores won't qualify" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 27, 2020 Huffman Supports Third Coronavirus Legislative Package, Calls for Continued Work to Prioritize Families, Workers Over Big Corporations Rep.Jared Huffman
March 27, 2020 Clarke Votes in Favor of the Bipartisan CARES ACT to Combat COVID-19 Rep.Yvette Clarke
March 27, 2020 Tweet - "Because Democrats insisted on these changes, the assistance to people, workers in businesses small, medium, large, the self-employed, freelancers, or gig workers is not just a one-shot deal, but a continuing paycheck that will help during this crisis." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 27, 2020 Bonamici Statement In Support of Passage of Coronavirus Relief Package Rep.Suzanne Bonamici
March 27, 2020 Peters Delivers Weekly Democratic Address, Highlights Expansion of Unemployment Benefits, Significant Hospital Funding, Support for Small Businesses in 3rd Coronavirus Package Sen.Gary Peters
March 27, 2020 Tweet - "From the start--Dems have been fighting to put people & workers first We fought for the biggest expansion of unemployment insurance in decades It helps businesses small, medium, large, self-employed, gig workers, freelancers, bartenders, retail workers, airline attendants, more" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 27, 2020 Tillis Secures Expansion of H-2A Visa Applicants to Help America's Farmers During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Thom Tillis
March 26, 2020 Letter to Chris Kempczinski, President and Chief Executive Official of McDonald's - Harris Leads Call for Large Employers to Enact Emergency Paid Leave Protections Amid Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
March 26, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida - Rep. Frankel, Florida Members Send Letter to Gov. DeSantis Urging Action to Fix Unemployment Insurance Program, Application Process Rep.Darren Soto, ...
March 26, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the Unemployment Insurance Claims Report Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 26, 2020 Wicker Votes for Coronavirus Relief Package Sen.Roger Wicker
March 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Rep. Wild leads letter to guarantee health care workers paid sick leave Rep.Nanette Barragán, ...
March 26, 2020 Cantwell Helps Secure Billions for Small Business Loans, Grants, & Debt Relief in COVID-19 Funding Package Sen.Maria Cantwell
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "Have questions about the how the new Senate-passed coronavirus relief package will support working families, institute sick leave, or affect student loan payments? Learn more about the relief bill here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
March 26, 2020 Senator Collins Votes to Advance Sweeping COVID-19 Emergency Legislation to Save American Jobs, Support Workers, and Strengthen our Health System Sen.Susan Collins
March 26, 2020 Senator Murray Secures Critical Fix for Hanford and PNNL Workers in Senate Relief Package to Ensure They Won't Miss a Paycheck During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Patty Murray
March 25, 2020 Wyden Announces Historic Expansion Of Unemployment Insurance Sen.Ron Wyden
March 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Blunt Rochester Calls for Protections for Frontline Health Care Workers Rep.Nanette Barragán, ...
March 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader of the United States Senate, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Peter DeFazio, Chairman of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Hon. Sam Graves, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure - Congresswoman Wilson Leads Florida Delegation Letter to House Leaders Urging Support for Cruise Industry Workers Rep.Vern Buchanan, ...
March 25, 2020 Scott, Sasse, Graham Demand Immediate Fix to Life-Threatening Drafting Error in Emergency Bill Sen.Tim Scott, ...
March 25, 2020 Peters Secures Expanded Unemployment Assistance in Third Coronavirus Package Sen.Gary Peters
March 25, 2020 Elected Officials Urge Cleveland Cliffs/AK Steel to Protect Worker Health and Safety During COVID-19 Rep.Debbie Dingell, ...
March 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Employee Retention Tax Credit Letter Rep.Darren Soto, ...
March 24, 2020 Chairwoman Velázquez on Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act Rep.Nydia Velázquez
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "We're fighting to ensure no one goes into financial ruin because of coronavirus. Service and industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, and more. We're fighting to make sure there are no bailouts without strict conditions that put people and workers first." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Congressmen Pappas and Hagedorn Call on House Leadership to Include the Employee Retention Tax Credit in Upcoming Coronavirus Legislation Rep.Chris Pappas, ...
March 24, 2020 Bennet Unveils Sweeping Proposal to Strengthen Unemployment Insurance Amidst Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Michael Bennet
March 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Congressman Kim, Bipartisan Coalition, Call on Senate to Save Millions of Franchise Jobs Sen.Andy Kim, ...
March 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Rep. Burchett Calls on Airlines to Avoid Executive Bonuses, Stands Up for Independent Contractors Amid COVID-19 Crisis Rep.Tim Burchett, ...
March 22, 2020 Whitehouse Statement on Coronavirus Package Procedural Vote Sen.Sheldon Whitehouse
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "To recap: Democrats just blocked a bill that would provide direct cash payments to Americans who need it most -- like hourly workers. Not to mention funding to help support health care workers who are on the front lines. I hope Dems can put politics aside and work with us." Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "I just spoke in the Senate about how we're making progress on a bill. The McConnell-GOP bill includes huge bailouts without protections for people and workers and without accountability. It has shortfalls of money for our hospitals & medical workers. This needs to be changed." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 22, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview With Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "We voted no on the McConnell-GOP bill because among other problems it includes huge bailouts without protections for people and workers and without accountability, and because it shortchanges our hospitals and healthcare workers who need our help. These changes need to be made." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 21, 2020 Following Calls From Rep. Cleaver To Protect Employees, IRS Commissioner Commits to Changes Rep.Emanuel Cleaver
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "We must do everything we can to make sure no one goes into financial ruin because of coronavirus. Service and industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, bartenders, retail workers, airline attendants, so many more. I'm fighting for all people and all workers. #WorkersFirst" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 21, 2020 Senator Warren Calls on Amazon, Walmart, and McDonalds to Ensure Workers Have Immediate Access to Emergency Paid Leave during COVID-19 Outbreak Sen.Elizabeth Warren
March 21, 2020 Senator Stabenow, Peters Introduce Bill to Support Workers Impacted by Coronavirus Crisis and Trade Sen.Gary Peters, ...
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "I'm fighting for our public health infrastructure. For hundreds of billions of dollars for masks, beds, ventilators, tests, and more. I'm fighting to ensure no one goes into financial ruin because of coronavirus. Service and industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, and more." Sen.Chuck Schumer
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