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March 21, 2020
Following Calls From Rep. Cleaver To Protect Employees, IRS Commissioner Commits to Changes
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver
March 20, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Chairs DeFazio, Doggett to Corporations: Put Workers First in Economic Recovery
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
March 20, 2020
Young Working to Provide Relief for Indiana Small Businesses
Sen. Todd Young
March 20, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Discuss Coronavirus Impact On Workers With Illinois AFL-CIO
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 20, 2020
Sen. Cramer Outlines Agriculture Assistance in COVID--19 Phase Three Relief Package during Call with Producers, Elected Leaders
Sen. Kevin Cramer
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "We must stand up for all displaced workers (and we will). But let's get something straight. The major cruise lines sail under foreign flags to avoid paying the U.S. corporate tax rate. And now some want the American taxpayer to bail them out? Get. Lost."
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "This is one of the worst crises we've faced. We must act quickly, strongly to help people and workers. Senator McConnell's bill is not pro-worker at all. It puts corporations ahead of people. Democrats are united in fighting to put public health, people, and #WorkersFirst."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "When I talked to President Trump today: I said we need to put #WorkersFirst--we don't want bailouts unless they're used for workers He explicitly told me he would oppose companies using bailouts on stock buybacks--even though that's not in Senator McConnell's bill This is vital"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 20, 2020
Letter to Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Rep. Calvert Urges Deployment of Usns Mercy to Port of Los Angeles
Rep. Ken Calvert
March 20, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Davis Vela, Acting Dir. of the National Park Service - Norton Asks for National Park Service's Plan to Protect Workers At Outdoor Properties During Coronavirus Crisis
Rep. Eleanor Norton
March 20, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives - Golden, Pingree Push for Policies to Protect Workers, Families, and Small Businesses in Emergency Coronavirus Bill
Rep. Chellie Pingree, ...
March 20, 2020
DeLauro, Pocan to Introduce Layoff Prevention Bills
Rep. Rosa DeLauro, ...
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "Congressional Democrats are united in our commitment to using all tools available to fight the coronavirus outbreak like the health crisis it is & make sure workers are protected from the loss of a paycheck or that no family falls into financial ruin because of this pandemic."
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 19, 2020
Senator Collins Introduces $300 Billion Emergency Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen. Susan Collins
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
Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Congressman Panetta Calls on State Department to Ensure Agriculture Worker Visas Get Processed to Protect Food Security During COVID-19
Rep. Greg Steube, ...
March 19, 2020
Van Hollen, Colleagues Push OPM and OMB to Publish Federal Workforce Guidance, Plan for Continued Services Amid Coronavirus Response
Sen. Mark Warner, ...
March 19, 2020
Hoyer Statement on the Unemployment Insurance Claims Report
Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "#WorkersFirst"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020
Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Clarke Letter to Speaker Pelosi: Stimulus Package Must Protect American Workers' Jobs
Rep. Yvette Clarke
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "Two Words: Workers First!"
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 - "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
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. Bill Cassidy, ...
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "We need a bold plan that puts #WorkersFirst Service & industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, bartenders, retail workers, airline attendants, so many more We owe so much thanks to these hardworking Americans, and many of them are in trouble now through no fault of their own"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "We don't want bailouts unless they're used for workers, unless the industries keep all their employees, unless they don't cut salaries of their employees, and unless they are not allowed to buy back their own stocks or raise corporate salaries. #WorkersFirst"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
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 - "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 - "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 - "#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 - "These stock buybacks, they infuriate me. The airline industry alone bought back $13 billion in their own stock over the last two years. That money could have been there to help the workers and to help the airlines out of this. #WorkersFirst"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020
CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) is Interviewed about the Stimulus Bill in Congress
Sen. Bill Cassidy
March 19, 2020
Letter to Kay Ivey, Governor of Alabama - Rep. Terri Sewell and Sen. Doug Jones Urge Governor Kay Ivey to Extend Unemployment Benefits for Workers Impacted by COVID-19
Rep. Terri Sewell, ...
March 19, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the Dept. of Labor - Van Hollen, Hassan, Colleagues Urge Department of Labor to Provide Support for Workers Who Experience Disabilities During COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen. Tammy Baldwin, ...
March 18, 2020
Klobuchar Statement on Senate Passage of Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
March 18, 2020
Stefanik Applauds Department of Labor Announcement of $100 Million in National Health Emergency Dislocated Worker Grants
Rep. Elise Stefanik
March 18, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave Bill In Response To Coronavirus Pandemic
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 18, 2020
Baldwin Helps Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave; Small Business Support Legislation in Response to Worsening Coronavirus Crisis
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
March 18, 2020
DeLauro Statement on Senator Johnson's Attempt to Remove Paid Sick Days and Paid Leave Proposal from House-Passed Coronavirus Response Bill
Rep. Rosa DeLauro
March 18, 2020
Tweet - "Glad that the Senate passed the bipartisan #FamiliesFirst legislation -- an important step to address the COVID-19 public health emergency and put American families first."
Sen. Ben Luján
March 18, 2020
Letter to the President - Reed: Invoking the Defense Production Act a Needed Step to Ramp Up Domestic Production of Life-Saving Medical Supplies
Sen. Jack Reed
March 18, 2020
Congressmembers Panetta and Wenstrup Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Activated Military Reservists and National Guard Members
Rep. Jimmy Panetta, ...
March 18, 2020
Coronavirus -- Guidance for Workers and Businesses
Rep. Madeleine Dean
March 18, 2020
Dingell on Reductions in Auto Industry Production
Rep. Debbie Dingell
March 18, 2020
Dr. Rand Paul Supports Johnson Amendment
Sen. Rand Paul
March 18, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Torres: Next supplemental must help independent contractors & gig workers
Rep. Norma Torres
March 18, 2020
Tweet - "The Senate must guarantee workers don't lose pay when they stay home sick or go without a paycheck to take care of children who are now home from school. We also need to fully & quickly reimburse employers for all paid sick days & paid leave so they can provide it to workers."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
March 17, 2020
Wyden to Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave, Small Business Support Bill
Sen. Ron Wyden
March 17, 2020
Senator Hawley Announces Emergency Family Relief Plan
Sen. Josh Hawley
March 17, 2020
PAID Leave Act: Murray, DeLauro, Gillibrand to Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave; Small Business Support Bill In Response to Worsening Coronavirus Crisis
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Date
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Politician
March 21, 2020
Following Calls From Rep. Cleaver To Protect Employees, IRS Commissioner Commits to Changes
Rep.Emanuel Cleaver
March 20, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Chairs DeFazio, Doggett to Corporations: Put Workers First in Economic Recovery
Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
March 20, 2020
Young Working to Provide Relief for Indiana Small Businesses
Sen.Todd Young
March 20, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Discuss Coronavirus Impact On Workers With Illinois AFL-CIO
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 20, 2020
Sen. Cramer Outlines Agriculture Assistance in COVID--19 Phase Three Relief Package during Call with Producers, Elected Leaders
Sen.Kevin Cramer
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "We must stand up for all displaced workers (and we will). But let's get something straight. The major cruise lines sail under foreign flags to avoid paying the U.S. corporate tax rate. And now some want the American taxpayer to bail them out? Get. Lost."
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "This is one of the worst crises we've faced. We must act quickly, strongly to help people and workers. Senator McConnell's bill is not pro-worker at all. It puts corporations ahead of people. Democrats are united in fighting to put public health, people, and #WorkersFirst."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "When I talked to President Trump today: I said we need to put #WorkersFirst--we don't want bailouts unless they're used for workers He explicitly told me he would oppose companies using bailouts on stock buybacks--even though that's not in Senator McConnell's bill This is vital"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 20, 2020
Letter to Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Rep. Calvert Urges Deployment of Usns Mercy to Port of Los Angeles
Rep.Ken Calvert
March 20, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Davis Vela, Acting Dir. of the National Park Service - Norton Asks for National Park Service's Plan to Protect Workers At Outdoor Properties During Coronavirus Crisis
Rep.Eleanor Norton
March 20, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives - Golden, Pingree Push for Policies to Protect Workers, Families, and Small Businesses in Emergency Coronavirus Bill
Rep.Chellie Pingree, ...
March 20, 2020
DeLauro, Pocan to Introduce Layoff Prevention Bills
Rep.Rosa DeLauro, ...
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "Congressional Democrats are united in our commitment to using all tools available to fight the coronavirus outbreak like the health crisis it is & make sure workers are protected from the loss of a paycheck or that no family falls into financial ruin because of this pandemic."
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 19, 2020
Senator Collins Introduces $300 Billion Emergency Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen.Susan Collins
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
Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Congressman Panetta Calls on State Department to Ensure Agriculture Worker Visas Get Processed to Protect Food Security During COVID-19
Rep.Greg Steube, ...
March 19, 2020
Van Hollen, Colleagues Push OPM and OMB to Publish Federal Workforce Guidance, Plan for Continued Services Amid Coronavirus Response
Sen.Mark Warner, ...
March 19, 2020
Hoyer Statement on the Unemployment Insurance Claims Report
Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "#WorkersFirst"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020
Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Clarke Letter to Speaker Pelosi: Stimulus Package Must Protect American Workers' Jobs
Rep.Yvette Clarke
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "Two Words: Workers First!"
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 - "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
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.Bill Cassidy, ...
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "We need a bold plan that puts #WorkersFirst Service & industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, bartenders, retail workers, airline attendants, so many more We owe so much thanks to these hardworking Americans, and many of them are in trouble now through no fault of their own"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "We don't want bailouts unless they're used for workers, unless the industries keep all their employees, unless they don't cut salaries of their employees, and unless they are not allowed to buy back their own stocks or raise corporate salaries. #WorkersFirst"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
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 - "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 - "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 - "#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 - "These stock buybacks, they infuriate me. The airline industry alone bought back $13 billion in their own stock over the last two years. That money could have been there to help the workers and to help the airlines out of this. #WorkersFirst"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 19, 2020
CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) is Interviewed about the Stimulus Bill in Congress
Sen.Bill Cassidy
March 19, 2020
Letter to Kay Ivey, Governor of Alabama - Rep. Terri Sewell and Sen. Doug Jones Urge Governor Kay Ivey to Extend Unemployment Benefits for Workers Impacted by COVID-19
Rep.Terri Sewell, ...
March 19, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the Dept. of Labor - Van Hollen, Hassan, Colleagues Urge Department of Labor to Provide Support for Workers Who Experience Disabilities During COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen.Tammy Baldwin, ...
March 18, 2020
Klobuchar Statement on Senate Passage of Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Sen.Amy Klobuchar
March 18, 2020
Stefanik Applauds Department of Labor Announcement of $100 Million in National Health Emergency Dislocated Worker Grants
Rep.Elise Stefanik
March 18, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave Bill In Response To Coronavirus Pandemic
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 18, 2020
Baldwin Helps Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave; Small Business Support Legislation in Response to Worsening Coronavirus Crisis
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
March 18, 2020
DeLauro Statement on Senator Johnson's Attempt to Remove Paid Sick Days and Paid Leave Proposal from House-Passed Coronavirus Response Bill
Rep.Rosa DeLauro
March 18, 2020
Tweet - "Glad that the Senate passed the bipartisan #FamiliesFirst legislation -- an important step to address the COVID-19 public health emergency and put American families first."
Sen.Ben Luján
March 18, 2020
Letter to the President - Reed: Invoking the Defense Production Act a Needed Step to Ramp Up Domestic Production of Life-Saving Medical Supplies
Sen.Jack Reed
March 18, 2020
Congressmembers Panetta and Wenstrup Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Activated Military Reservists and National Guard Members
Rep.Jimmy Panetta, ...
March 18, 2020
Coronavirus -- Guidance for Workers and Businesses
Rep.Madeleine Dean
March 18, 2020
Dingell on Reductions in Auto Industry Production
Rep.Debbie Dingell
March 18, 2020
Dr. Rand Paul Supports Johnson Amendment
Sen.Rand Paul
March 18, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Torres: Next supplemental must help independent contractors & gig workers
Rep.Norma Torres
March 18, 2020
Tweet - "The Senate must guarantee workers don't lose pay when they stay home sick or go without a paycheck to take care of children who are now home from school. We also need to fully & quickly reimburse employers for all paid sick days & paid leave so they can provide it to workers."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
March 17, 2020
Wyden to Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave, Small Business Support Bill
Sen.Ron Wyden
March 17, 2020
Senator Hawley Announces Emergency Family Relief Plan
Sen.Josh Hawley
March 17, 2020
PAID Leave Act: Murray, DeLauro, Gillibrand to Introduce Updated Emergency Paid Leave; Small Business Support Bill In Response to Worsening Coronavirus Crisis
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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