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June 6, 2018 Turner and Jenkins's CRIB Act Modified in Collaboration with Senate Reintroduced in House Rep. Mike Turner, ...
June 6, 2018 Bonamici Presses HHS Secretary on Separating Immigrant Children from Parents Rep. Suzanne Bonamici
June 5, 2018 Reed's Childhood Cancer STAR Act Signed into Law Sen. Jack Reed
June 5, 2018 Westerman Introduces Youth Sentencing Reform Legislation Rep. Bruce Westerman
June 5, 2018 Klobuchar Joins Colleagues to Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Victims of Child Abuse Sen. Amy Klobuchar
June 5, 2018 Bipartisan Shaheen-Hassan Bill to Combat Childhood Cancer Signed into Law Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
June 5, 2018 Capito Childhood Cancer Legislation Becomes Law Sen. Shelley Capito
June 5, 2018 Congressman Gonzalez and Vela to Sign Immigration Discharge Petition Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, ...
June 4, 2018 Kaptur Announces Another Round of Federal Opioid Grants Available to Help Children and Families Rep. Marcy Kaptur
June 4, 2018 Inside Texas Politics: McCaul and Sadie Keller join Jason Whitely to discuss Childhood Cancer STAR Act Rep. Michael McCaul
June 4, 2018 Durbin & Markey Introduce New Legislation To Protect Children's Online Privacy Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
June 4, 2018 Tweet - "We know children & teens are more likely to pick up that first cigarette if they see it normalized on the big screen. @SenMarkey & I are asking the film industry to heed the Surgeon General's call & take action that can help prevent youth smoking. https://www.durbin.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/durbin-leads-call-to-reduce-smoking-in-movies-geared-toward-children-and-teens …" Sen. Dick Durbin
June 4, 2018 Tweet - "In today's era of "big data,' kids are using the internet every day without fully understanding the consequences. Kids are growing up with screens in their hands and internet companies are now vacuuming up their personal data." Sen. Dick Durbin
June 4, 2018 Letter to Charles Rivkin, Chairman and CEO, Motion Picture Association of America - Reduce Smoking In Movies Geared Toward Children & Teens Sen. Dick Blumenthal, ...
June 3, 2018 At Border, Merkley Demands Answers on Cruel Child Separation Policy Sen. Jeff Merkley
June 1, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Colorado Senate - Gov. Hickenlooper vetoes three bills Sen. John Hickenlooper
June 1, 2018 Wyden, Merkley Co-sponsor Bill to Protect Children Left Alone When Parents Arrested or Detained By Immigration Officials Sen. Jeff Merkley
May 31, 2018 Congressman DeSaulnier Announces Legislation to Help Protect Student Athletes from Concussions at Event with Former NFL Players and John Muir Doctor Rep. Mark DeSaulnier
May 31, 2018 Capito Co-Sponsors Legislation to Protect Victims of Child Abuse Sen. Shelley Capito
May 30, 2018 Why I'm Fighting for Child Care Reform Rep. Donald Norcross
May 30, 2018 Tweet - "Having access to high-quality child care can make all the difference for young parents trying to finish their degree. It's inspiring to see the good work happening at Oakland HS to ensure all students succeed." Sen. Patty Murray
May 29, 2018 Kaine Joins Colleagues to Introduce Bill Protecting Children Separated from Parents by Immigration Authorities Sen. Tim Kaine
May 29, 2018 Tweet - "Today, @SenDuckworth and I sent letters to high school and middle school Superintendents across Illinois requesting information on student use of e-cigarettes and vaping products, such as the JUUL vaping device." Sen. Dick Durbin
May 25, 2018 Senators Roberts & Moran and Cong. Yoder Introduce Kelsey Smith Act in Senate and House Sen. Jerry Moran, ...
May 25, 2018 Bennet Introduces Bill to Protect Minor Children Left Behind When Parents Arrested or Detained by U.S. Immigration Officials Sen. Michael Bennet
May 24, 2018 Senator Young Helps Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Victims of Child Abuse Sen. Todd Young
May 24, 2018 Hearing of the House Ways and Means Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Davis Markup on the Jobs and Opportunity with Benefits and Services for Success Act Rep. Danny Davis
May 24, 2018 Hearing of the House Ways and Means Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Davis Markup on the Jobs and Opportunity with Benefits and Services for Success Act Rep. Danny Davis
May 24, 2018 Senators Blunt, Coons and Representatives Poe, Costa Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Victims of Child Abuse Sen. Chris Coons, ...
May 24, 2018 Peters Consumer Protection Provisions Signed into Law Sen. Gary Peters
May 23, 2018 Calvert-napolitano Amendment Supporting the National Guard Youth Challenge Program Approved by House Rep. Ken Calvert
May 23, 2018 Latta-Backed Childhood Cancer STAR Act Approved By U.S. House Of Representatives Rep. Bob Latta
May 23, 2018 Rep. Sewell Statement on Passage of Two-Year Funding Bill Rep. Terri Sewell
May 23, 2018 House Passes Childhood Cancer STAR Act Rep. Elise Stefanik
May 23, 2018 Whitehouse Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Treatment for Babies Exposed to Opioids Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
May 23, 2018 Markey, Barton, Rush, Blumenthal Reintroduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Protect Children's Online Privacy Sen. Ed Markey, ...
May 23, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Protect Against Anti-Faith Bias that Targets Adoption Agencies, Displaces Children Rep. Lloyd Smucker, ...
May 23, 2018 Sen. Coons' bill reauthorizes funding for advocacy centers for victims of child abuse, including centers in Georgetown, Dover, & Wilmington Sen. Chris Coons
May 23, 2018 King Re-Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Treatment for Babies Exposed to Opioids Sen. Angus King
May 23, 2018 Brown, Portman, Capito, King, Manchin, Heller, Casey, Whitehouse Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Treatment for Babies Exposed To Opioids Sen. Shelley Capito, ...
May 23, 2018 STAR Act Heads to President's Desk Rep. Michael McCaul, ...
May 23, 2018 Sen. Tina Smith Leads 23 Senators in Calling to Protect Minor Children Left Alone When Parents are Arrested or Detained By U.S. Immigration Officials Sen. Dick Blumenthal, ...
May 23, 2018 Durbin Questions Trump Administration's Cruel Crackdown On Children Fleeing Persecution Sen. Dick Durbin
May 23, 2018 King Backs Bipartisan Bill to Improve Care for Kids with Complex Medical Conditions Sen. Angus King
May 23, 2018 Menendez, Grassley Introduce Legislation to Continue Support for Families of Children with Special Health Care Needs Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 22, 2018 Congress Passes Reed's Childhood Cancer STAR Act to Fund Innovative Research & Help More Kids Beat Pediatric Cancer Sen. Jack Reed
May 22, 2018 Sarbanes Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Reauthorize School-Based Health Centers Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
May 22, 2018 Capito Childhood Cancer Bill Heads to President Trump's Desk Sen. Shelley Capito
May 22, 2018 Tweet - "If you don't know about the current child care crisis, chances are you're not a parent crushed by climbing costs. Glad to talk to @BelReporter about how my #ChildCare4All bill will help make care more affordable, improve access to early learning, & improve worker pay & training" Sen. Patty Murray
May 21, 2018 Letter to the Federal Communications Commission - Senator Markey Leads Defense of Strong Rules for Children's Educational Television Programming Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 21, 2018 RIers Urge Congress to Pass Reed's Childhood Cancer STAR Act to Fund Innovative Research & Help More Kids Beat Pediatric Cancer Sen. Jack Reed
May 18, 2018 Velázquez on the GOP Farm Bill Rep. Nydia Velázquez
May 18, 2018 Warren and Ernst Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Servicemember Blast Exposure Injury Prevention Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 18, 2018 Change in Tennessee Law Rep. Steve Cohen
May 17, 2018 Holland Sentinel - Addressing the Youth Opioid Crisis Sen. Gary Peters
May 17, 2018 Wicker Introduces Bill to Expand Junior ROTC Units Sen. Roger Wicker
May 16, 2018 Tweet - "I'll just keep saying it: families across the country are facing a child care crisis. This shouldn't be a partisan issue--and I'm going to keep doing everything to pass the Child Care for Working Families Act. #movement4childcare" Sen. Patty Murray
May 16, 2018 Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 Rep. Bobby Scott
May 15, 2018 Letter to Dr. Francis Collins, Director for the National Institutes of Health - Bennet, Schatz to NIH: Are we becoming addicted to tech? Sen. Michael Bennet, ...
May 14, 2018 Tweet - "The craze among kids for e-cig flavors like whipped cream, candy & cookies is not only a bad trend, but a recipe for disaster that's fueling an outright addiction that appears to be getting worse. Was in Cuse today calling for swift action from the feds." Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Sessions, US Attorney General, and the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Bring Abducted Child Back to Texas Sen. Chuck Grassley, ...
May 10, 2018 Letter to Mr. Jeffrey Bezos, Chief Executive Officer for Amazon.com, Inc. - Senator Markey and Congressman Barton Query Amazon About Child Privacy Protections for New Echo Dot Kids Edition Sen. Ed Markey, ...
May 10, 2018 Durbin Presses Trump Administration To Take Stronger Action To Protect Kids From E-Cigarette Addiction Sen. Dick Durbin
May 8, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Fire Scott Lloyd Sen. Patty Murray, ...
May 8, 2018 Buchanan Hits Trump Plan to Cut Children's Health Care Rep. Vern Buchanan
May 8, 2018 Neal Statement on the Trump Administration's Proposed Attack on Children's Health Insurance Rep. Richard Neal
May 8, 2018 Letter to the Hon Ricardo A. Rosselló Nevares, Governor of Puerto Rico - Rep. Grijalva Leads Letter Opposing Public School Closures in Puerto Rico Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
May 8, 2018 Pelosi Remarks at Zero to Three Press Event Advocating for Children Rep. Nancy Pelosi
May 8, 2018 Neal Statement on the Trump Administration's Proposed Attack on Children's Health Insurance Rep. Richard Neal
May 7, 2018 DeLauro Statement on Republican Proposal to Rescind Children's Health Insurance Funds Rep. Rosa DeLauro
May 4, 2018 Letter to Chairman Moran and Ranking Member Shaheen - Funding of Juvenile Justice Programs Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
May 3, 2018 Senator Murray Discusses Plans to Tackle Growing Child Care, Opioids Crises During Meetings with Parents in Washington State Sen. Patty Murray
May 2, 2018 Tweet - "As so many K-12 teachers are organizing and using their voices to fight for more investments in public education, early childhood educators and child care workers are still being left behind. Here's what we can do about it à" Sen. Patty Murray
May 2, 2018 Tweet - "If you don't have child care, you can't get a job." Watch these moms share their stories on what it's like to be a working parent who struggles to find and afford child care." Sen. Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Had a great time today visiting the staff & children at @WWU's AS Child Development Center. It's up to all of us to ensure our next generation of thinkers, workers & leaders are prepared for the challenges of the future--and that starts with giving them a solid educational start." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
June 6, 2018 Turner and Jenkins's CRIB Act Modified in Collaboration with Senate Reintroduced in House Rep.Mike Turner, ...
June 6, 2018 Bonamici Presses HHS Secretary on Separating Immigrant Children from Parents Rep.Suzanne Bonamici
June 5, 2018 Reed's Childhood Cancer STAR Act Signed into Law Sen.Jack Reed
June 5, 2018 Westerman Introduces Youth Sentencing Reform Legislation Rep.Bruce Westerman
June 5, 2018 Klobuchar Joins Colleagues to Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Victims of Child Abuse Sen.Amy Klobuchar
June 5, 2018 Bipartisan Shaheen-Hassan Bill to Combat Childhood Cancer Signed into Law Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
June 5, 2018 Capito Childhood Cancer Legislation Becomes Law Sen.Shelley Capito
June 5, 2018 Congressman Gonzalez and Vela to Sign Immigration Discharge Petition Rep.Vicente Gonzalez, ...
June 4, 2018 Kaptur Announces Another Round of Federal Opioid Grants Available to Help Children and Families Rep.Marcy Kaptur
June 4, 2018 Inside Texas Politics: McCaul and Sadie Keller join Jason Whitely to discuss Childhood Cancer STAR Act Rep.Michael McCaul
June 4, 2018 Durbin & Markey Introduce New Legislation To Protect Children's Online Privacy Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
June 4, 2018 Tweet - "We know children & teens are more likely to pick up that first cigarette if they see it normalized on the big screen. @SenMarkey & I are asking the film industry to heed the Surgeon General's call & take action that can help prevent youth smoking. https://www.durbin.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/durbin-leads-call-to-reduce-smoking-in-movies-geared-toward-children-and-teens …" Sen.Dick Durbin
June 4, 2018 Tweet - "In today's era of "big data,' kids are using the internet every day without fully understanding the consequences. Kids are growing up with screens in their hands and internet companies are now vacuuming up their personal data." Sen.Dick Durbin
June 4, 2018 Letter to Charles Rivkin, Chairman and CEO, Motion Picture Association of America - Reduce Smoking In Movies Geared Toward Children & Teens Sen.Dick Blumenthal, ...
June 3, 2018 At Border, Merkley Demands Answers on Cruel Child Separation Policy Sen.Jeff Merkley
June 1, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Colorado Senate - Gov. Hickenlooper vetoes three bills Sen.John Hickenlooper
June 1, 2018 Wyden, Merkley Co-sponsor Bill to Protect Children Left Alone When Parents Arrested or Detained By Immigration Officials Sen.Jeff Merkley
May 31, 2018 Congressman DeSaulnier Announces Legislation to Help Protect Student Athletes from Concussions at Event with Former NFL Players and John Muir Doctor Rep.Mark DeSaulnier
May 31, 2018 Capito Co-Sponsors Legislation to Protect Victims of Child Abuse Sen.Shelley Capito
May 30, 2018 Why I'm Fighting for Child Care Reform Rep.Donald Norcross
May 30, 2018 Tweet - "Having access to high-quality child care can make all the difference for young parents trying to finish their degree. It's inspiring to see the good work happening at Oakland HS to ensure all students succeed." Sen.Patty Murray
May 29, 2018 Kaine Joins Colleagues to Introduce Bill Protecting Children Separated from Parents by Immigration Authorities Sen.Tim Kaine
May 29, 2018 Tweet - "Today, @SenDuckworth and I sent letters to high school and middle school Superintendents across Illinois requesting information on student use of e-cigarettes and vaping products, such as the JUUL vaping device." Sen.Dick Durbin
May 25, 2018 Senators Roberts & Moran and Cong. Yoder Introduce Kelsey Smith Act in Senate and House Sen.Jerry Moran, ...
May 25, 2018 Bennet Introduces Bill to Protect Minor Children Left Behind When Parents Arrested or Detained by U.S. Immigration Officials Sen.Michael Bennet
May 24, 2018 Senator Young Helps Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Victims of Child Abuse Sen.Todd Young
May 24, 2018 Hearing of the House Ways and Means Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Davis Markup on the Jobs and Opportunity with Benefits and Services for Success Act Rep.Danny Davis
May 24, 2018 Hearing of the House Ways and Means Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Davis Markup on the Jobs and Opportunity with Benefits and Services for Success Act Rep.Danny Davis
May 24, 2018 Senators Blunt, Coons and Representatives Poe, Costa Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Victims of Child Abuse Sen.Chris Coons, ...
May 24, 2018 Peters Consumer Protection Provisions Signed into Law Sen.Gary Peters
May 23, 2018 Calvert-napolitano Amendment Supporting the National Guard Youth Challenge Program Approved by House Rep.Ken Calvert
May 23, 2018 Latta-Backed Childhood Cancer STAR Act Approved By U.S. House Of Representatives Rep.Bob Latta
May 23, 2018 Rep. Sewell Statement on Passage of Two-Year Funding Bill Rep.Terri Sewell
May 23, 2018 House Passes Childhood Cancer STAR Act Rep.Elise Stefanik
May 23, 2018 Whitehouse Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Treatment for Babies Exposed to Opioids Sen.Sheldon Whitehouse
May 23, 2018 Markey, Barton, Rush, Blumenthal Reintroduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Protect Children's Online Privacy Sen.Ed Markey, ...
May 23, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Protect Against Anti-Faith Bias that Targets Adoption Agencies, Displaces Children Rep.Lloyd Smucker, ...
May 23, 2018 Sen. Coons' bill reauthorizes funding for advocacy centers for victims of child abuse, including centers in Georgetown, Dover, & Wilmington Sen.Chris Coons
May 23, 2018 King Re-Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Treatment for Babies Exposed to Opioids Sen.Angus King
May 23, 2018 Brown, Portman, Capito, King, Manchin, Heller, Casey, Whitehouse Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Treatment for Babies Exposed To Opioids Sen.Shelley Capito, ...
May 23, 2018 STAR Act Heads to President's Desk Rep.Michael McCaul, ...
May 23, 2018 Sen. Tina Smith Leads 23 Senators in Calling to Protect Minor Children Left Alone When Parents are Arrested or Detained By U.S. Immigration Officials Sen.Dick Blumenthal, ...
May 23, 2018 Durbin Questions Trump Administration's Cruel Crackdown On Children Fleeing Persecution Sen.Dick Durbin
May 23, 2018 King Backs Bipartisan Bill to Improve Care for Kids with Complex Medical Conditions Sen.Angus King
May 23, 2018 Menendez, Grassley Introduce Legislation to Continue Support for Families of Children with Special Health Care Needs Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 22, 2018 Congress Passes Reed's Childhood Cancer STAR Act to Fund Innovative Research & Help More Kids Beat Pediatric Cancer Sen.Jack Reed
May 22, 2018 Sarbanes Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Reauthorize School-Based Health Centers Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
May 22, 2018 Capito Childhood Cancer Bill Heads to President Trump's Desk Sen.Shelley Capito
May 22, 2018 Tweet - "If you don't know about the current child care crisis, chances are you're not a parent crushed by climbing costs. Glad to talk to @BelReporter about how my #ChildCare4All bill will help make care more affordable, improve access to early learning, & improve worker pay & training" Sen.Patty Murray
May 21, 2018 Letter to the Federal Communications Commission - Senator Markey Leads Defense of Strong Rules for Children's Educational Television Programming Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 21, 2018 RIers Urge Congress to Pass Reed's Childhood Cancer STAR Act to Fund Innovative Research & Help More Kids Beat Pediatric Cancer Sen.Jack Reed
May 18, 2018 Velázquez on the GOP Farm Bill Rep.Nydia Velázquez
May 18, 2018 Warren and Ernst Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Servicemember Blast Exposure Injury Prevention Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 18, 2018 Change in Tennessee Law Rep.Steve Cohen
May 17, 2018 Holland Sentinel - Addressing the Youth Opioid Crisis Sen.Gary Peters
May 17, 2018 Wicker Introduces Bill to Expand Junior ROTC Units Sen.Roger Wicker
May 16, 2018 Tweet - "I'll just keep saying it: families across the country are facing a child care crisis. This shouldn't be a partisan issue--and I'm going to keep doing everything to pass the Child Care for Working Families Act. #movement4childcare" Sen.Patty Murray
May 16, 2018 Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 Rep.Bobby Scott
May 15, 2018 Letter to Dr. Francis Collins, Director for the National Institutes of Health - Bennet, Schatz to NIH: Are we becoming addicted to tech? Sen.Michael Bennet, ...
May 14, 2018 Tweet - "The craze among kids for e-cig flavors like whipped cream, candy & cookies is not only a bad trend, but a recipe for disaster that's fueling an outright addiction that appears to be getting worse. Was in Cuse today calling for swift action from the feds." Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Sessions, US Attorney General, and the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Bring Abducted Child Back to Texas Sen.Chuck Grassley, ...
May 10, 2018 Letter to Mr. Jeffrey Bezos, Chief Executive Officer for Amazon.com, Inc. - Senator Markey and Congressman Barton Query Amazon About Child Privacy Protections for New Echo Dot Kids Edition Sen.Ed Markey, ...
May 10, 2018 Durbin Presses Trump Administration To Take Stronger Action To Protect Kids From E-Cigarette Addiction Sen.Dick Durbin
May 8, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Fire Scott Lloyd Sen.Patty Murray, ...
May 8, 2018 Buchanan Hits Trump Plan to Cut Children's Health Care Rep.Vern Buchanan
May 8, 2018 Neal Statement on the Trump Administration's Proposed Attack on Children's Health Insurance Rep.Richard Neal
May 8, 2018 Letter to the Hon Ricardo A. Rosselló Nevares, Governor of Puerto Rico - Rep. Grijalva Leads Letter Opposing Public School Closures in Puerto Rico Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
May 8, 2018 Pelosi Remarks at Zero to Three Press Event Advocating for Children Rep.Nancy Pelosi
May 8, 2018 Neal Statement on the Trump Administration's Proposed Attack on Children's Health Insurance Rep.Richard Neal
May 7, 2018 DeLauro Statement on Republican Proposal to Rescind Children's Health Insurance Funds Rep.Rosa DeLauro
May 4, 2018 Letter to Chairman Moran and Ranking Member Shaheen - Funding of Juvenile Justice Programs Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
May 3, 2018 Senator Murray Discusses Plans to Tackle Growing Child Care, Opioids Crises During Meetings with Parents in Washington State Sen.Patty Murray
May 2, 2018 Tweet - "As so many K-12 teachers are organizing and using their voices to fight for more investments in public education, early childhood educators and child care workers are still being left behind. Here's what we can do about it à" Sen.Patty Murray
May 2, 2018 Tweet - "If you don't have child care, you can't get a job." Watch these moms share their stories on what it's like to be a working parent who struggles to find and afford child care." Sen.Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Had a great time today visiting the staff & children at @WWU's AS Child Development Center. It's up to all of us to ensure our next generation of thinkers, workers & leaders are prepared for the challenges of the future--and that starts with giving them a solid educational start." Sen.Patty Murray
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