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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 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Rep. Mike Levin Leads Bipartisan Letter with 72 House Colleagues Calling on HHS Sec. Azar to Direct Funds to Community Health Centers and Other Medicaid Providers Rep. Dina Titus, ...
April 17, 2020 The Washington Examiner - We must also flatten the curve of rural hospital closures Rep. Jodey Arrington
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Citing Serious National Security, Safety and Economic Concerns, Chair DeFazio and Rep. Garamendi Call on FCC to Deny Ligado's 5G License Application Rep. John Garamendi, ...
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. Veronica Escobar, ...
April 17, 2020 Senators Collins, King Announce Nearly $11 Million to Support Maine Child Care Providers Amid COVID-19 Sen. Susan Collins, ...
April 17, 2020 The Hill - Facing unprecedented challenge, State Department brings 61,000 Americans home Rep. Michael McCaul, ...
April 17, 2020 COVID-19 UPDATE: Gov. Justice orders all nursing home residents and staff statewide to be tested for COVID-19 Sen. Jim Justice
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 Rep. Barr Introduces Legislation Creating Bipartisan, Bicameral Committee to Investigate China over COVID-19 Rep. Andy Barr
April 17, 2020 Key House Democrats Call For Increased Voter Protections And Funding In Wake Of Coronavirus Crisis Rep. Stephen Lynch, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "#China has been spreading misinformation about #COVID19 from day one. This should be a wakeup call to the world about how China operates: a complete lack of transparency and censorship of facts. This is going to take an international response to hold them accountable." Sen. John Thune
April 17, 2020 Davids Statement on Shortage of Medical Supplies in Kansas Rep. Sharice Davids
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 Chairman Thompson Statement After Committee Briefed by FEMA Administrator Gaynor Rep. Bennie Thompson
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Durbin Presses DHS On Reported Sharing Of Confidential DACA Recipient Information Sen. Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Pallone on the Trump Administration's Recent Actions to Weaponize the Office of Refugee Resettlement Rep. Frank Pallone
April 17, 2020 Thompson Statement on Trump's Dangerous and Incendiary Rhetoric Rep. Bennie Thompson
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 Hoeven Leads COVID-19 Response Discussion With Labor Secretary, ND WSI Directors & Business Leaders Sen. John Hoeven
April 17, 2020 Hoeven Announces HHS Behavioral Health Grants To North Dakota From CARES Act Sen. John Hoeven
April 17, 2020 Aderholt Statement on Moving Manufacturing Back to America Rep. Robert Aderholt
April 17, 2020 Capital Journal - Staying Connected While We're Staying Apart Sen. John Thune
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 Costa Announces Millions in CARES Act Grant Money for Valley Airports Rep. Jim Costa
April 17, 2020 Van Hollen, Cardin, Ruppersberger, Pittman Announce $113 Million in Federal Funding to Re-Build Meade High Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 17, 2020 FDA Rejects Subcommittee's Call to Temporarily Remove E-Cigarettes Despite Potential Risks to Coronavirus Patients Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Hurd Advocates for COVID-19 Funding for Children's Hospitals Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, ...
April 17, 2020 Oversight Republicans call out Democrats for using coronavirus to advance their radical immigration agenda Rep. Jim Jordan, ...
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 Chairman Thompson Delivers Weekly Democratic Address Rep. Bennie Thompson
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 Amata's Statement On President's Disaster Declaration Rep. Aumua Amata Radewagen
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 Thune Statement on Rollout of USDA's Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Sen. John Thune
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 Senator Markey and Rep. Castro Announce Legislation to Expand Protections for American Citizens Overseas during Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Durbin, Harris, Booker, Colleagues Call For Law Enforcement Training To Combat Racial Profiling During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. Ed Markey, ...
April 17, 2020 Smith Statement on DOD Inspector General's JEDI Findings Rep. Adam Smith
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 Ongoing Transatlantic Engagement Through the Osce Parliamentary Assembly Rep. Richard Hudson
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Incredible story from the Marines fighting for New Yorkers on the USNS Comfort. They sprinted down the NYC pier to deliver oxygen--saving a patient's life. So grateful to these service members, medical workers, and all frontline workers." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump needs to get testing under control NOW." Sen. Chuck Schumer
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 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 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 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Bi-partisan New York delegation calls on President Trump to immediately provide New York 100% federal funding for all FEMA coronavirus disaster work Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
April 17, 2020 McConnell Announces Oversight Plans for Historic CARES Act Sen. Mitch McConnell
April 17, 2020 Letter to Ambassador Cui Tiankai - Carper, Scott, Menendez, Tillis Urge Chinese Officials to Adjust Export Restrictions Blocking Much-Needed COVID-19 Resources from Reaching the U.S. Sen. Gary Peters, ...
Date Title Politician
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 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Rep. Mike Levin Leads Bipartisan Letter with 72 House Colleagues Calling on HHS Sec. Azar to Direct Funds to Community Health Centers and Other Medicaid Providers Rep.Dina Titus, ...
April 17, 2020 The Washington Examiner - We must also flatten the curve of rural hospital closures Rep.Jodey Arrington
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Citing Serious National Security, Safety and Economic Concerns, Chair DeFazio and Rep. Garamendi Call on FCC to Deny Ligado's 5G License Application Rep.John Garamendi, ...
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.Veronica Escobar, ...
April 17, 2020 Senators Collins, King Announce Nearly $11 Million to Support Maine Child Care Providers Amid COVID-19 Sen.Susan Collins, ...
April 17, 2020 The Hill - Facing unprecedented challenge, State Department brings 61,000 Americans home Rep.Michael McCaul, ...
April 17, 2020 COVID-19 UPDATE: Gov. Justice orders all nursing home residents and staff statewide to be tested for COVID-19 Sen.Jim Justice
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 Rep. Barr Introduces Legislation Creating Bipartisan, Bicameral Committee to Investigate China over COVID-19 Rep.Andy Barr
April 17, 2020 Key House Democrats Call For Increased Voter Protections And Funding In Wake Of Coronavirus Crisis Rep.Stephen Lynch, ...
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "#China has been spreading misinformation about #COVID19 from day one. This should be a wakeup call to the world about how China operates: a complete lack of transparency and censorship of facts. This is going to take an international response to hold them accountable." Sen.John Thune
April 17, 2020 Davids Statement on Shortage of Medical Supplies in Kansas Rep.Sharice Davids
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 Chairman Thompson Statement After Committee Briefed by FEMA Administrator Gaynor Rep.Bennie Thompson
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Durbin Presses DHS On Reported Sharing Of Confidential DACA Recipient Information Sen.Dick Durbin
April 17, 2020 Pallone on the Trump Administration's Recent Actions to Weaponize the Office of Refugee Resettlement Rep.Frank Pallone
April 17, 2020 Thompson Statement on Trump's Dangerous and Incendiary Rhetoric Rep.Bennie Thompson
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 Hoeven Leads COVID-19 Response Discussion With Labor Secretary, ND WSI Directors & Business Leaders Sen.John Hoeven
April 17, 2020 Hoeven Announces HHS Behavioral Health Grants To North Dakota From CARES Act Sen.John Hoeven
April 17, 2020 Aderholt Statement on Moving Manufacturing Back to America Rep.Robert Aderholt
April 17, 2020 Capital Journal - Staying Connected While We're Staying Apart Sen.John Thune
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 Costa Announces Millions in CARES Act Grant Money for Valley Airports Rep.Jim Costa
April 17, 2020 Van Hollen, Cardin, Ruppersberger, Pittman Announce $113 Million in Federal Funding to Re-Build Meade High Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 17, 2020 FDA Rejects Subcommittee's Call to Temporarily Remove E-Cigarettes Despite Potential Risks to Coronavirus Patients Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
April 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Hurd Advocates for COVID-19 Funding for Children's Hospitals Rep.Emanuel Cleaver, ...
April 17, 2020 Oversight Republicans call out Democrats for using coronavirus to advance their radical immigration agenda Rep.Jim Jordan, ...
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 Chairman Thompson Delivers Weekly Democratic Address Rep.Bennie Thompson
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 Amata's Statement On President's Disaster Declaration Rep.Aumua Amata Radewagen
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 Thune Statement on Rollout of USDA's Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Sen.John Thune
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 Senator Markey and Rep. Castro Announce Legislation to Expand Protections for American Citizens Overseas during Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Ed Markey, ...
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 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Durbin, Harris, Booker, Colleagues Call For Law Enforcement Training To Combat Racial Profiling During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.Ed Markey, ...
April 17, 2020 Smith Statement on DOD Inspector General's JEDI Findings Rep.Adam Smith
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 Ongoing Transatlantic Engagement Through the Osce Parliamentary Assembly Rep.Richard Hudson
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "Incredible story from the Marines fighting for New Yorkers on the USNS Comfort. They sprinted down the NYC pier to deliver oxygen--saving a patient's life. So grateful to these service members, medical workers, and all frontline workers." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 17, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump needs to get testing under control NOW." Sen.Chuck Schumer
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 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 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 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Bi-partisan New York delegation calls on President Trump to immediately provide New York 100% federal funding for all FEMA coronavirus disaster work Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
April 17, 2020 McConnell Announces Oversight Plans for Historic CARES Act Sen.Mitch McConnell
April 17, 2020 Letter to Ambassador Cui Tiankai - Carper, Scott, Menendez, Tillis Urge Chinese Officials to Adjust Export Restrictions Blocking Much-Needed COVID-19 Resources from Reaching the U.S. Sen.Gary Peters, ...
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