| April 17, 2020
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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
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Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Manchin Leads Colleagues in Calling for MSHA to Implement Emergency Standards to Protect Miners During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Mark Warner, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader, Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the United States Senate, Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker, and Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Respresentatives - Manchin Urges Congressional Leaders to Expand Healthcare Coverage in Future Coronavirus Emergency Funding
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to Alex Azar, Sec. of the Dep. of Health and Human Services, and Elinore McCance-Katz, Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use - Feinstein, Markey, Warren, Shaheen Call on Trump Administration to Reduce Barriers to Lifesaving Opioid Treatment Medication During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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The Road to Recovery
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Rep. John Williams
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| April 17, 2020
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Costa Announces Millions in CARES Act Grant Money for Valley Airports
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Rep. Jim Costa
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| April 17, 2020
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Tampa Bay Times - Prepare for hurricanes before it's too late, says Sen. Rick Scott
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Sen. Rick Scott
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| April 17, 2020
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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
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Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Harder Pushes for Education Representative on Task Force to Reopen Economy
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Rep. Josh Harder
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| April 17, 2020
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Merkley, Wyden Announce Over $42 Million in Funding for Rural Oregon Transit Options
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Sen. Jeff Merkley, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Congressman Gonzalez Postpones Vietnam War Veteran Pinning Ceremony Originally Scheduled for April 19 Due to COVID-19
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Rep. Vicente Gonzalez
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| April 17, 2020
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Congressman Gonzalez Announces New Measures from USDA to Help Rural Constituents Affected by COVID-19
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Rep. Vicente Gonzalez
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Dept. of the Treasury - Chairman Thompson Asks Mnuchin for Answers Regarding Small Business Aid in CARES Act
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Rep. Mike Thompson
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| April 17, 2020
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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
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Rep. Al Green, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Dr. Carissa Etienne - Sen. Rick Scott Requests Information on PAHO's Response to Coronavirus and Cooperation with the WHO
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Sen. Rick Scott
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Congressman Gonzalez Joins Lawmakers Urging Funding for USPS In Next Coronavirus Relief Package
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Rep. Haley Stevens, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Congresswoman Escobar and El Paso International Airport Announce Reception of $15 Million Coronavirus Relief Funding
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Rep. Veronica Escobar
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| April 17, 2020
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Takano, Neal Applaud Decision to Automatically Issue COVID-19 Stimulus Checks to Vulnerable Veterans
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Rep. Mark Takano, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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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"
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Rep. Richard Neal
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and Seema Verma, Admin. for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Sinema Leads Arizona Congressional Delegation in Urging Federal Government to Provide Relief for Arizona's Medicaid Providers
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Sen. Ruben Gallego, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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FDA Rejects Subcommittee's Call to Temporarily Remove E-Cigarettes Despite Potential Risks to Coronavirus Patients
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| April 17, 2020
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DHS Officials Refuse to Release Asylum Seekers and Other Non-Violent Detainees Despite Spread of Coronavirus
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Sullivan, Carper Applaud New NIH Effort to Accelerate Treatment, Vaccine "Manhattan Project"
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Sen. Dan Sullivan, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Oversight Republicans call out Democrats for using coronavirus to advance their radical immigration agenda
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Rep. Jim Jordan, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Schneider, Deutch Introduce Bill to Improve Supply Chain Transparency During Emergencies
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Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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The Washington Examiner - We must also flatten the curve of rural hospital closures
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Rep. Jodey Arrington
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| April 17, 2020
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Sen. Coons urges SBA lenders to quickly provide 6-month small business loan relief
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Sen. Chris Coons
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| April 17, 2020
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Thompson Statement on Trump's Dangerous and Incendiary Rhetoric
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Rep. Bennie Thompson
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| April 17, 2020
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Chairman Thompson Statement After Committee Briefed by FEMA Administrator Gaynor
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Rep. Bennie Thompson
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| April 17, 2020
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Key House Democrats Call For Increased Voter Protections And Funding In Wake Of Coronavirus Crisis
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Rep. Zoe Lofgren, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Senator Murray Highlights Focus on Southwest Washington Priorities in Federal COVID-19 Efforts
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi Speaker U.S. House of Representatives, and then Hon. Kevin McCarthy Minority Leader U.S. House of Representatives - Congressman Cleaver Leads Lawmakers Urging Funding For USPS In Next Coronavirus Relief Package
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Rep. Mark Takano, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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The Hill - Facing unprecedented challenge, State Department brings 61,000 Americans home
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Sen. Jim Risch, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Senators Markey, Warren, Shaheen, Feinstein, and Hassan Call on Trump Admin. to Reduce Barriers to Lifesaving Opioid Treatment Medication During Coronavirus Health Emergency
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Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Chairman Thompson Delivers Weekly Democratic Address
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Rep. Bennie Thompson
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| April 17, 2020
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Davids Statement on Shortage of Medical Supplies in Kansas
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Rep. Sharice Davids
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| April 17, 2020
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Senator Markey and Rep. Castro Announce Legislation to Expand Protections for American Citizens Overseas during Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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The Des Moines Register - Grassley op-ed: Saluting heroes, helpers and Iowans hunkering down
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Sen. Chuck Grassley
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| April 17, 2020
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Gov. Justice orders all nursing home residents and staff statewide to be tested for COVID-19
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Sen. Jim Justice
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| April 17, 2020
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Q&A: CARES Act Relief for Farmers
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Sen. Chuck Grassley
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 17, 2020
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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"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 17, 2020
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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
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Sen. Cory Booker, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to Jerome H. Powell, Chair for Board of Governors - Rep. Schiff Urges Federal Reserve to Include Nonprofits in Main Street Lending Program
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Sen. Adam Schiff
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 17, 2020
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Tweet - "President Trump needs to get testing under control NOW."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Joni Ernst
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| April 17, 2020
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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"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 17, 2020
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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"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 17, 2020
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Senators Markey, Blumenthal, Warren, Harris Reveal, After Bailout, Airlines Sitting on Customers' Billions but Refuse to Give Cash Refunds During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Tweet - "As we fight the coronavirus, our communities depend on doctors, nurses, first responders, grocery store clerks, and other essential workers. Today the MD Delegation announced $45M to provide child care to those serving on the frontlines of this crisis."
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Rep. Steny Hoyer
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| April 17, 2020
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Congressman Schiff Statement on Glendale News-Press, Burbank Leader and Valley Sun
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Sen. Adam Schiff
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. John Thune
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| April 17, 2020
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Thune Statement on Rollout of USDA's Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
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Sen. John Thune
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| April 17, 2020
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Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $45 Million in COVID-19 Relief for Child Care Centers
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Rep. Andy Harris, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Amata's Statement On President's Disaster Declaration
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Rep. Aumua Amata Radewagen
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. John Thune
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Mitch McConnell
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to President Donald Trump, and Steven Mnuchin, Sec. of the Treasury - U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges Trump Administration to Support Wisconsin Farmers and Food Industry Now
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Sen. Tammy Baldwin
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| April 17, 2020
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Stories of Hope During COVID-19
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Rep. Bruce Westerman
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| April 17, 2020
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Capital Journal - Staying Connected While We're Staying Apart
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Sen. John Thune
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to Mitch McConnell, Chuck Schumer, Nancy Pelosi, and Kevin McCarthy - Baldwin, Colleagues Urge Congressional Leaders to Expand Health Care Coverage in Future Coronavirus Legislation
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Sen. Mark Warner, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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McConnell Announces Oversight Plans for Historic CARES Act
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Sen. Mitch McConnell
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| April 17, 2020
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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.
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Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Rep. Austin Scott Applauds USDA's Commitment to Support American Farmers, Maintain Food Supply Chain During the Coronavirus Public Health Emergency
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Rep. James Scott, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Hoeven Leads COVID-19 Response Discussion With Labor Secretary, ND WSI Directors & Business Leaders
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Sen. John Hoeven
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| April 17, 2020
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Hoeven Announces HHS Behavioral Health Grants To North Dakota From CARES Act
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Sen. John Hoeven
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| April 17, 2020
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Ongoing Transatlantic Engagement Through the Osce Parliamentary Assembly
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Rep. Richard Hudson
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| April 17, 2020
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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
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Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitchell McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Murphy, Blumenthal, Kaine, King Lead Call for Investments to Address Mental Health Needs Resulting from COVID-19
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Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 17, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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