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April 15, 2020 Tweet - "A Jackie Robinson Day without baseball might feel wrong. But if a "life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives" then Jackie's great example is all around us in our heroic doctors, nurses, medical workers, and all frontline workers. Today, we cheer for them." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 14, 2020 Release: Rep. Ro Khanna introduces resolution celebrating the 129th anniversary of the birth of Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Rep. Ro Khanna
April 14, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to see Illinois will be receiving $1.1M in CARES Act funding from @US_IMLS to support our state's many wonderful museums & libraries, as well as their staff and the communities they serve throughout this #COVID19 pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 13, 2020 Risch, Menendez, Durbin Mark 80th Anniversary of the Katyn Massacre with Senate Resolution Sen. Jim Risch, ...
April 11, 2020 Tweet - "Rochester, Illinois is more than a great football town. The outpouring of donations for the Christian Church food pantry shows Midwestern spirit at its best." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 10, 2020 Tweet - "I was heartbroken to learn of the passing of Phyllis Lyon: an icon of San Francisco and an LGBTQ rights trailblazer who used her voice to fight for justice and hold our nation accountable to its Founding values. https://speaker.gov/newsroom/4920-1" Rep. Nancy Pelosi
April 9, 2020 Tweet - "First, Bill Withers ("Lean on Me") and now John Prine ("Angel from Montgomery "). We've lost two of our best." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 9, 2020 Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Phyllis Lyon Rep. Nancy Pelosi
April 8, 2020 Washington Examiner - Sen. Rick Scott: Address human rights or get the Olympics out of China Sen. Rick Scott
April 8, 2020 Tweet - "My prayers are with Maywood native John Prine and his loved ones today. John was one of the greatest songwriters of his generation - he will be greatly missed." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 8, 2020 Rep. Sewell Announces Over $3.5 Million to Preserve Civil Rights History Rep. Terri Sewell
April 7, 2020 Oversight Republicans ask for info to hold Kennedy Center accountable on coronavirus aid Rep. Carol Miller, ...
April 7, 2020 Letter to Deborah Rutter, President of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and the Hon. Carolyn Maloney, Chairwoman of the House Oversight and Reform Committee - Rep. Green Joins Oversight Republicans in Demanding Answers on Kennedy Center Layoffs Rep. Glenn Grothman, ...
April 7, 2020 Congressman Clyburn Announces More than $1 Million in African American Civil Rights Historic Preservation Fund Grants for South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 6, 2020 Tweet - "Galesburg resident Ellen McDowell leaned into her creative side to help her neighbors feel more connected while practicing social distancing. Using her photography skills, she began taking "porch portraits" to bring a smile to her neighbors' faces." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 6, 2020 Hill Applauds Grant to Preserve Arkansas's Civil Rights History Rep. James Hill
April 4, 2020 Tweet - "52 years ago I got the news of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. I went home, numb, sat in my house, turned on the radio and just listened. I sat there, the rest of the night. The sun came up with me sitting there." Rep. Jim Clyburn
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "Caring for your community can come in many different forms -- like how the Voluntary Action Center is running special bus services in early morning hours to get seniors to the grocery store for senior-only shopping hours." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the USDA - Wilson Urges USDA to Approve Disaster Food Benefits for Florida Rep. Lois Frankel, ...
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "I think we can all agree that we miss #MarchMadness. Even though we can't watch her on the court, join me in honoring @IowaWBB head coach Lisa Bluder this #WomensHistoryMonth. She is the all-time winningest coach in program history & was named 2019 Naismith Coach of the Year!" Sen. Joni Ernst
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Our country is nothing without its workers. As we recognize #CesarChavezDay today, let us thank and honor this nation's workers, especially those on the front lines of this pandemic. Thank you for all that you do." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "César Chávez's towering vision and determined voice helped put the American dream within reach for millions. His commitment to putting workers and families first remains our inspiration and our responsibility. #CesarChavezDay https://speaker.gov/newsroom/33120-1" Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 31, 2020 Pelosi Statement on César Chávez Day Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 31, 2020 Bacon honors Catherine Lang for Women's History Month Rep. Don Bacon
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "#CésarChávezDay reminds us why we'll never stop fighting for people and workers. César Chávez fought for fairness, justice, and equality for all Americans. We'll keep fighting to honor the legacy of this civil rights icon and labor leader. #SiSePuede" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "#WomensHistoryMonth celebrates leaders like WY's Nellie Scott & Maud Clairmont. In the 1940s, Nellie, chairman of the Arapaho Council, & Maud, member of the Shoshone Business Council, showed incredible leadership by testifying before Congress to advocate for their tribes." Sen. John Barrasso
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "Today I want to highlight Belle Case La Follette, wife of former WI Senator & Governor Fightin' Bob La Follette. An activist in her own right, Belle fought for women's suffrage, cofounded @theprogressive & became the 1st woman to graduate from @WisconsinLaw . #WomensHistoryMonth" Sen. Tammy Baldwin
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "Thankful for the life of civil rights icon Joseph E. Lowery. Alongside Dr. King, he battled Jim Crow and emerged victorious. America is a better place b/c of social justice champions like Rev. Lowery. May he forever #RestInPower" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
March 28, 2020 Steube Cosponsors Bill to Designate March 29 as "Vietnam Veterans Day" Rep. Greg Steube
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "The @quincyartcenter has been an essential part of the Quincy community since its founding in 1923. And now, with so many families staying home, the Art Center is sharing online lessons to offer a creative outlet during these trying times." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 24, 2020 Sens. Moran, Blumenthal Joint Statement on the IOC's Decision to Postpone 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games Sen. Jerry Moran, ...
March 23, 2020 Pelosi Remarks on 10th Anniversary of Affordable Care Act & Unveiling of Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Today, we mark the 10th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act and introduce the third #FamiliesFirst proposal, the Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 23, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the 10th Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Reps. Nadler and Maloney Lead NYC Delegation Request for $4B in Federal Assistance for Nonprofit Museums Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
March 21, 2020 Pelosi Statement on the 55th Anniversary of the Selma Marches Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "55 years after the Selma marches, we honor the stories of the brave, patriotic men and women who risked everything on the long, dangerous march toward freedom. https://speaker.gov/newsroom/32120" Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "Today, we join our Iranian American friends & neighbors in marking the celebration of Nowruz and praying for the health & safety of our communities, including all those in Iran who have lost loved ones and those who are suffering during this challenging time." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, and Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Bonamici, Pingree Push House Leadership to Protect the Arts Economy During COVID-19 Outbreak Sen. Peter Welch, ...
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, and Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Bonamici, Pingree Push House Leadership to Protect the Arts Economy During COVID-19 Outbreak Rep. Suzanne Bonamici
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, and the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chair of the House Appropriations Committee - National Children's Museum at Risk of Permanently Closing, Norton Requests Emergency Measure Rep. Eleanor Norton
March 20, 2020 Pelosi Statement on the Persian New Year Rep. Nancy Pelosi
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "In the wake of WWII, America helped rebuild a continent. Right now, we need to rebuild public health capacity on our continent. America needs a Marshall Plan for public health infrastructure to help our hospitals and doctors and nurses on a massive scale." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, the Hon. Kevin Brady, Ranking Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee - Reps. Titus, Bilirakis Lead Colleagues in Urging House Leadership to Protect Travel and Tourism Jobs in Recovery Package Rep. Kathy Castor, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "This year's St Patrick's Day celebration may look a little different but we're proud as ever to celebrate our relationship with Ireland, the people of Ireland, immigrants from Ireland, & Irish Americans And we were thrilled last week to welcome Taoiseach @LeoVaradkar to Congress" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 16, 2020 Senator McConnell Comments on the Passing of Ronnie Ellis Sen. Mitch McConnell
March 13, 2020 Van Hollen, Cardin, Warner, Kaine Urge Financial Regulators to Take Measures to Protect Hospitality and Tourism Industry Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 13, 2020 Norton Announces Introduction of Senate Companion to Her Women Who Worked on the Home Front World War II Memorial Act Rep. Eleanor Norton
March 13, 2020 Senator Lankford Celebrates Black History Month by Honoring Oklahomans Sen. James Lankford
March 11, 2020 Sens. Moran, Blumenthal Seek Assurances from IOC to Protect Olympic Athletes from Coronavirus in Tokyo Sen. Dick Blumenthal, ...
Date Title Politician
April 15, 2020 Tweet - "A Jackie Robinson Day without baseball might feel wrong. But if a "life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives" then Jackie's great example is all around us in our heroic doctors, nurses, medical workers, and all frontline workers. Today, we cheer for them." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 14, 2020 Release: Rep. Ro Khanna introduces resolution celebrating the 129th anniversary of the birth of Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Rep.Ro Khanna
April 14, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to see Illinois will be receiving $1.1M in CARES Act funding from @US_IMLS to support our state's many wonderful museums & libraries, as well as their staff and the communities they serve throughout this #COVID19 pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 13, 2020 Risch, Menendez, Durbin Mark 80th Anniversary of the Katyn Massacre with Senate Resolution Sen.Jim Risch, ...
April 11, 2020 Tweet - "Rochester, Illinois is more than a great football town. The outpouring of donations for the Christian Church food pantry shows Midwestern spirit at its best." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 10, 2020 Tweet - "I was heartbroken to learn of the passing of Phyllis Lyon: an icon of San Francisco and an LGBTQ rights trailblazer who used her voice to fight for justice and hold our nation accountable to its Founding values. https://speaker.gov/newsroom/4920-1" Rep.Nancy Pelosi
April 9, 2020 Tweet - "First, Bill Withers ("Lean on Me") and now John Prine ("Angel from Montgomery "). We've lost two of our best." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 9, 2020 Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Phyllis Lyon Rep.Nancy Pelosi
April 8, 2020 Washington Examiner - Sen. Rick Scott: Address human rights or get the Olympics out of China Sen.Rick Scott
April 8, 2020 Tweet - "My prayers are with Maywood native John Prine and his loved ones today. John was one of the greatest songwriters of his generation - he will be greatly missed." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 8, 2020 Rep. Sewell Announces Over $3.5 Million to Preserve Civil Rights History Rep.Terri Sewell
April 7, 2020 Oversight Republicans ask for info to hold Kennedy Center accountable on coronavirus aid Rep.Carol Miller, ...
April 7, 2020 Letter to Deborah Rutter, President of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and the Hon. Carolyn Maloney, Chairwoman of the House Oversight and Reform Committee - Rep. Green Joins Oversight Republicans in Demanding Answers on Kennedy Center Layoffs Rep.Glenn Grothman, ...
April 7, 2020 Congressman Clyburn Announces More than $1 Million in African American Civil Rights Historic Preservation Fund Grants for South Carolina Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 6, 2020 Tweet - "Galesburg resident Ellen McDowell leaned into her creative side to help her neighbors feel more connected while practicing social distancing. Using her photography skills, she began taking "porch portraits" to bring a smile to her neighbors' faces." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 6, 2020 Hill Applauds Grant to Preserve Arkansas's Civil Rights History Rep.James Hill
April 4, 2020 Tweet - "52 years ago I got the news of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. I went home, numb, sat in my house, turned on the radio and just listened. I sat there, the rest of the night. The sun came up with me sitting there." Rep.Jim Clyburn
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "Caring for your community can come in many different forms -- like how the Voluntary Action Center is running special bus services in early morning hours to get seniors to the grocery store for senior-only shopping hours." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the USDA - Wilson Urges USDA to Approve Disaster Food Benefits for Florida Rep.Lois Frankel, ...
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "I think we can all agree that we miss #MarchMadness. Even though we can't watch her on the court, join me in honoring @IowaWBB head coach Lisa Bluder this #WomensHistoryMonth. She is the all-time winningest coach in program history & was named 2019 Naismith Coach of the Year!" Sen.Joni Ernst
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Our country is nothing without its workers. As we recognize #CesarChavezDay today, let us thank and honor this nation's workers, especially those on the front lines of this pandemic. Thank you for all that you do." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "César Chávez's towering vision and determined voice helped put the American dream within reach for millions. His commitment to putting workers and families first remains our inspiration and our responsibility. #CesarChavezDay https://speaker.gov/newsroom/33120-1" Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 31, 2020 Pelosi Statement on César Chávez Day Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 31, 2020 Bacon honors Catherine Lang for Women's History Month Rep.Don Bacon
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "#CésarChávezDay reminds us why we'll never stop fighting for people and workers. César Chávez fought for fairness, justice, and equality for all Americans. We'll keep fighting to honor the legacy of this civil rights icon and labor leader. #SiSePuede" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "#WomensHistoryMonth celebrates leaders like WY's Nellie Scott & Maud Clairmont. In the 1940s, Nellie, chairman of the Arapaho Council, & Maud, member of the Shoshone Business Council, showed incredible leadership by testifying before Congress to advocate for their tribes." Sen.John Barrasso
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "Today I want to highlight Belle Case La Follette, wife of former WI Senator & Governor Fightin' Bob La Follette. An activist in her own right, Belle fought for women's suffrage, cofounded @theprogressive & became the 1st woman to graduate from @WisconsinLaw . #WomensHistoryMonth" Sen.Tammy Baldwin
March 29, 2020 Tweet - "Thankful for the life of civil rights icon Joseph E. Lowery. Alongside Dr. King, he battled Jim Crow and emerged victorious. America is a better place b/c of social justice champions like Rev. Lowery. May he forever #RestInPower" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
March 28, 2020 Steube Cosponsors Bill to Designate March 29 as "Vietnam Veterans Day" Rep.Greg Steube
March 26, 2020 Tweet - "The @quincyartcenter has been an essential part of the Quincy community since its founding in 1923. And now, with so many families staying home, the Art Center is sharing online lessons to offer a creative outlet during these trying times." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 24, 2020 Sens. Moran, Blumenthal Joint Statement on the IOC's Decision to Postpone 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games Sen.Jerry Moran, ...
March 23, 2020 Pelosi Remarks on 10th Anniversary of Affordable Care Act & Unveiling of Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Today, we mark the 10th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act and introduce the third #FamiliesFirst proposal, the Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 23, 2020 Hoyer Statement on the 10th Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Reps. Nadler and Maloney Lead NYC Delegation Request for $4B in Federal Assistance for Nonprofit Museums Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
March 21, 2020 Pelosi Statement on the 55th Anniversary of the Selma Marches Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "55 years after the Selma marches, we honor the stories of the brave, patriotic men and women who risked everything on the long, dangerous march toward freedom. https://speaker.gov/newsroom/32120" Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "Today, we join our Iranian American friends & neighbors in marking the celebration of Nowruz and praying for the health & safety of our communities, including all those in Iran who have lost loved ones and those who are suffering during this challenging time." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, and Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Bonamici, Pingree Push House Leadership to Protect the Arts Economy During COVID-19 Outbreak Sen.Peter Welch, ...
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, and Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Bonamici, Pingree Push House Leadership to Protect the Arts Economy During COVID-19 Outbreak Rep.Suzanne Bonamici
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, and the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chair of the House Appropriations Committee - National Children's Museum at Risk of Permanently Closing, Norton Requests Emergency Measure Rep.Eleanor Norton
March 20, 2020 Pelosi Statement on the Persian New Year Rep.Nancy Pelosi
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "In the wake of WWII, America helped rebuild a continent. Right now, we need to rebuild public health capacity on our continent. America needs a Marshall Plan for public health infrastructure to help our hospitals and doctors and nurses on a massive scale." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, the Hon. Kevin Brady, Ranking Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee - Reps. Titus, Bilirakis Lead Colleagues in Urging House Leadership to Protect Travel and Tourism Jobs in Recovery Package Rep.Kathy Castor, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "This year's St Patrick's Day celebration may look a little different but we're proud as ever to celebrate our relationship with Ireland, the people of Ireland, immigrants from Ireland, & Irish Americans And we were thrilled last week to welcome Taoiseach @LeoVaradkar to Congress" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 16, 2020 Senator McConnell Comments on the Passing of Ronnie Ellis Sen.Mitch McConnell
March 13, 2020 Van Hollen, Cardin, Warner, Kaine Urge Financial Regulators to Take Measures to Protect Hospitality and Tourism Industry Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
March 13, 2020 Norton Announces Introduction of Senate Companion to Her Women Who Worked on the Home Front World War II Memorial Act Rep.Eleanor Norton
March 13, 2020 Senator Lankford Celebrates Black History Month by Honoring Oklahomans Sen.James Lankford
March 11, 2020 Sens. Moran, Blumenthal Seek Assurances from IOC to Protect Olympic Athletes from Coronavirus in Tokyo Sen.Dick Blumenthal, ...
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