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Nov. 30, 2020 Foster Statement on Nomination of Janet Yellen for Secretary of the Treasury Rep. Bill Foster
Nov. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Republicans must come back from their Thanksgiving break ready to work on meaningful COVID-19 relief. Health care heroes, families, & small businesses cannot wait any longer." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 30, 2020 Tweet - "While House Dems passed several relief proposals, Congressional Republicans & Pres. Trump have spent the last 7+ months failing to respond to COVID-19. Americans are dying because of this inaction. November was bad, but December will be worse if we don't act now." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell needs to face reality and work with Democrats to pass comprehensive COVID-19 relief. Infections & hospitalizations are skyrocketing across the country--we can't afford to keep waiting on health & economic assistance any longer." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "The U.S. has shattered new single-day records for COVID-19 cases almost every day this month. Senate Republicans need to get their priorities straight--stop boycotting negotiations & join us to provide health resources & economic relief NOW." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "History will judge us on how we respond--or don't--to the worst health crisis in a century & deepest recession in 75 years. It's time for Senate Republicans to end their boycott of negotiations & actually work with Dems to respond to the toll this pandemic is taking on our nation." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2020 Letter to Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Michael Carvajal - Reps. Pressley, Davis to Bureau of Prisons: Stop Impeding Stimulus Payments for People Who Are Incarcerated Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Oct. 26, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Joe Manchin Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "We're in the midst of serious epidemic & it may get worse. The American people need real economic relief & a plan to stop the virus. But sadly, Sen. McConnell's partisan #COVID19 relief bill was a symbolic, political measure that did not go nearly far enough." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "If Congress doesn't come together to pass meaningful #COVID19 relief soon, this recession is only going to get worse. More people will lose their jobs and more businesses will fail. Senator McConnell may be prepared to accept that, but Democrats are not." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 20, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Dick Durbin Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 19, 2020 Tweet - "The Community Reinvestment Act was enacted to facilitate investment in marginalized communities after decades of redlining & discriminatory lending practices. The Trump Admin. is gutting the CRA--in the middle of a pandemic & economic crisis no less. Congress must act to #SaveCRA." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Steven Mnuchin, the Secretary of Treasury and Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of Small Business Administration - Luetkemeyer Urges Treasury, SBA to Streamline the Loan Forgiveness Process for PPP Loans Up to $150,000 Rep. Mike Bost, ...
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Millions of Americans are counting on Congress to provide them with the relief they need to get through this public health & economic crisis. In walking away from relief negotiations, President Trump is turning his back on struggling Americans at the worst possible time." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2020 Underwood-Backed Heroes Act Passes the House; Includes $3.6 Billion to Safeguard U.S. Elections Rep. Lauren Underwood
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Economists have been telling us for years that increased investment in infrastructure will help our economy grow, especially as we face a downturn from the #COVID19 crisis. I spoke with @ACECIllinois about the infrastructure investment we need to create a 21st century economy." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin Join Schumer, Warren to Introduce Resolution Calling on President to Cancel Student Loan Debt for Federal Borrowers Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 10, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Announces Bill To Bring Transparency And Review To E-Cigarette Approval Process Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 9, 2020 Durbin: After Four Months Of Delay, Republicans Plan Vote On Bill That Does Not Provide For The American People During This Crisis Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "If President Trump and AG Barr really want to help Chicago, @SenDuckworth & I sent a letter in Feb. 2017 suggesting ways the Admin can support public safety and economic opportunity. We still haven't gotten a response." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 1, 2020 Schakowsky, Duncan Introduce Legislation to Protect Online Shoppers from Unsafe and Counterfeit Goods Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Aug. 24, 2020 LaHood Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Illinois Freight Railcar Manufacturers and Workers Rep. Darin LaHood
Aug. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Calabria, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency - Brown, Colleagues Sound Alarm, Demand Answers Regarding Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac's Sudden Decision to Increase Mortgage Refinancing Costs for Homeowners in The Midst of An Economic Downturn Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Aug. 9, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Transcript Interview with Dick Durbin Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Unlike comprehensive legislation that could be passed by Congress, President Trump's executive orders will not meet the needs of the American people or help solve this public health or economic crisis." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve - Tlaib, Progressive Leaders Urge Federal Reserve Chairman Powell to Improve Lending Terms for States and Cities, Stave Off Public Sector Layoffs and Cuts Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be joining @SRuhle on @MSNBC shortly to discuss this morning's jobs report and the latest on #COVID19 negotiations. Tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "We can address climate change & spur economic growth in our communities at the same time--and that's exactly what my America's Clean Future Fund Act would do. You can read more about my bill to invest in a clean energy economy here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Dem leaders spent last 2 months calling for negotiations, ever since House Dems passed the HEROES Act. You waited until the end of July b/c you saw no "urgency' & still have 20 members of your caucus who don't want any additional aid. The American people see through this charade." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateDems have a comprehensive plan to address the health & economic toll of #COVID19. Our proposal will invest in public health & national service jobs & includes my bipartisan bill to tackle health disparities & workforce shortages. We just need @SenateGOP to join us." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 4, 2020 Underwood Successfully Secures Resources for Fourteenth Priorities in Second Appropriation Package Rep. Lauren Underwood
Aug. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Rep. Axne Urges Congressional Leadership to Include Help for Hardest-Hit Industries in COVID-19 Aid Deal Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
July 31, 2020 Tweet - "This morning I was joined by a few of the more than 800,000 Illinoisans claiming unemployment benefits to highlight the need for the continuation of enhanced unemployment for Americans who have lost their jobs due to the pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "Millions of Americans are relying on enhanced unemployment benefits to put food on the table and keep a roof over their head. If we don't extend these benefits, this already bad economic crisis will get even worse. #ExtendUI" Sen. Dick Durbin
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "If @SenateGOP don't get their act together soon, our economy is going to keep plummeting to new record lows. Their petty, partisan squabbling is Washington at its worst. It's time to realize what's at stake here--we must come together to right this ship before it's too late." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 29, 2020 House Passes Child Care for Economic Recovery Act Rep. Danny Davis, ...
July 29, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Charles Rettig, IRS Commissioner - Schweikert, Foster, Emmer, and Soto Lead IRS Letter to Ensure Consumers Can Utilize Proof of Stake Networks Rep. Bill Foster, ...
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "With the upcoming school year just weeks away, I spoke with @ChicagoState President Z Scott about the need for additional federal resources for universities & students to get them through this public health and economic crisis." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 27, 2020 Underwood Secures Federal Funding for 14th District Priorities Rep. Lauren Underwood
July 27, 2020 Durbin Statement On Republican's Outline For Fourth Coronavirus Stimulus Legislation Sen. Dick Durbin
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "10 weeks after the House passed the Heroes Act, and 4 days before expanded unemployment benefits expire, Republicans and the Trump Administration have finally outlined their priority for the next #COVID19 stimulus package: helping corporations over working families." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 22, 2020 Require Federal Coronavirus Preparedness Rep. Brad Schneider
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has deeply impacted our economy & Illinoisans' ability to make ends meet. Spoke with @shrivercenter , @EconsecureIL , & @heartlandhelps today about advocating for additional economic impact payments & extending enhanced unemployment & SNAP benefits." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateDems are announcing a plan today to help communities of color respond to the pandemic & build lasting wealth. Our Economic Justice Act will direct untapped #COVID19 relief funding towards addressing systemic racism and historic underinvestment in communities of color." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rosen Leads Letter Requesting Support for Outdoor Tourism & Recreation Industry, Jobs in Next COVID Relief Package Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to be back in my hometown of East St. Louis yesterday to discuss the #COVID19 pandemic response. I will keep pushing for additional federal assistance to assist in the economic recovery." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 9, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, and Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Rubio, Cardin Call for Funding in Next Emergency Supplemental to Stop the Threat of COVID-19 Internationally Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 8, 2020 Letter to Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Jovita Carranza and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin - Raskin Urges SBA, Treasury to Clarify Small Businesses Can Reapply for PPP Loans Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
July 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Durbin, Duckworth Join Call For $32 Billion In Transit Funding In Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "The @CFPB 's final rule on small dollar lending prioritizes corporations over consumers. Payday lenders prey upon the most vulnerable, and the Trump Administration just eliminated consumer protections in the middle of an economic crisis." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Nov. 30, 2020 Foster Statement on Nomination of Janet Yellen for Secretary of the Treasury Rep.Bill Foster
Nov. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Republicans must come back from their Thanksgiving break ready to work on meaningful COVID-19 relief. Health care heroes, families, & small businesses cannot wait any longer." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 30, 2020 Tweet - "While House Dems passed several relief proposals, Congressional Republicans & Pres. Trump have spent the last 7+ months failing to respond to COVID-19. Americans are dying because of this inaction. November was bad, but December will be worse if we don't act now." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell needs to face reality and work with Democrats to pass comprehensive COVID-19 relief. Infections & hospitalizations are skyrocketing across the country--we can't afford to keep waiting on health & economic assistance any longer." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "The U.S. has shattered new single-day records for COVID-19 cases almost every day this month. Senate Republicans need to get their priorities straight--stop boycotting negotiations & join us to provide health resources & economic relief NOW." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "History will judge us on how we respond--or don't--to the worst health crisis in a century & deepest recession in 75 years. It's time for Senate Republicans to end their boycott of negotiations & actually work with Dems to respond to the toll this pandemic is taking on our nation." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2020 Letter to Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Michael Carvajal - Reps. Pressley, Davis to Bureau of Prisons: Stop Impeding Stimulus Payments for People Who Are Incarcerated Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Oct. 26, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Joe Manchin Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "We're in the midst of serious epidemic & it may get worse. The American people need real economic relief & a plan to stop the virus. But sadly, Sen. McConnell's partisan #COVID19 relief bill was a symbolic, political measure that did not go nearly far enough." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "If Congress doesn't come together to pass meaningful #COVID19 relief soon, this recession is only going to get worse. More people will lose their jobs and more businesses will fail. Senator McConnell may be prepared to accept that, but Democrats are not." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 20, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Dick Durbin Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 19, 2020 Tweet - "The Community Reinvestment Act was enacted to facilitate investment in marginalized communities after decades of redlining & discriminatory lending practices. The Trump Admin. is gutting the CRA--in the middle of a pandemic & economic crisis no less. Congress must act to #SaveCRA." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Steven Mnuchin, the Secretary of Treasury and Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of Small Business Administration - Luetkemeyer Urges Treasury, SBA to Streamline the Loan Forgiveness Process for PPP Loans Up to $150,000 Rep.Mike Bost, ...
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Millions of Americans are counting on Congress to provide them with the relief they need to get through this public health & economic crisis. In walking away from relief negotiations, President Trump is turning his back on struggling Americans at the worst possible time." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2020 Underwood-Backed Heroes Act Passes the House; Includes $3.6 Billion to Safeguard U.S. Elections Rep.Lauren Underwood
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Economists have been telling us for years that increased investment in infrastructure will help our economy grow, especially as we face a downturn from the #COVID19 crisis. I spoke with @ACECIllinois about the infrastructure investment we need to create a 21st century economy." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Duckworth, Durbin Join Schumer, Warren to Introduce Resolution Calling on President to Cancel Student Loan Debt for Federal Borrowers Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 10, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Announces Bill To Bring Transparency And Review To E-Cigarette Approval Process Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 9, 2020 Durbin: After Four Months Of Delay, Republicans Plan Vote On Bill That Does Not Provide For The American People During This Crisis Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "If President Trump and AG Barr really want to help Chicago, @SenDuckworth & I sent a letter in Feb. 2017 suggesting ways the Admin can support public safety and economic opportunity. We still haven't gotten a response." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 1, 2020 Schakowsky, Duncan Introduce Legislation to Protect Online Shoppers from Unsafe and Counterfeit Goods Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Aug. 24, 2020 LaHood Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Illinois Freight Railcar Manufacturers and Workers Rep.Darin LaHood
Aug. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Calabria, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency - Brown, Colleagues Sound Alarm, Demand Answers Regarding Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac's Sudden Decision to Increase Mortgage Refinancing Costs for Homeowners in The Midst of An Economic Downturn Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Aug. 9, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Transcript Interview with Dick Durbin Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Unlike comprehensive legislation that could be passed by Congress, President Trump's executive orders will not meet the needs of the American people or help solve this public health or economic crisis." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve - Tlaib, Progressive Leaders Urge Federal Reserve Chairman Powell to Improve Lending Terms for States and Cities, Stave Off Public Sector Layoffs and Cuts Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be joining @SRuhle on @MSNBC shortly to discuss this morning's jobs report and the latest on #COVID19 negotiations. Tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "We can address climate change & spur economic growth in our communities at the same time--and that's exactly what my America's Clean Future Fund Act would do. You can read more about my bill to invest in a clean energy economy here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Dem leaders spent last 2 months calling for negotiations, ever since House Dems passed the HEROES Act. You waited until the end of July b/c you saw no "urgency' & still have 20 members of your caucus who don't want any additional aid. The American people see through this charade." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateDems have a comprehensive plan to address the health & economic toll of #COVID19. Our proposal will invest in public health & national service jobs & includes my bipartisan bill to tackle health disparities & workforce shortages. We just need @SenateGOP to join us." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 4, 2020 Underwood Successfully Secures Resources for Fourteenth Priorities in Second Appropriation Package Rep.Lauren Underwood
Aug. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Rep. Axne Urges Congressional Leadership to Include Help for Hardest-Hit Industries in COVID-19 Aid Deal Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
July 31, 2020 Tweet - "This morning I was joined by a few of the more than 800,000 Illinoisans claiming unemployment benefits to highlight the need for the continuation of enhanced unemployment for Americans who have lost their jobs due to the pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "Millions of Americans are relying on enhanced unemployment benefits to put food on the table and keep a roof over their head. If we don't extend these benefits, this already bad economic crisis will get even worse. #ExtendUI" Sen.Dick Durbin
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "If @SenateGOP don't get their act together soon, our economy is going to keep plummeting to new record lows. Their petty, partisan squabbling is Washington at its worst. It's time to realize what's at stake here--we must come together to right this ship before it's too late." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 29, 2020 House Passes Child Care for Economic Recovery Act Rep.Danny Davis, ...
July 29, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Charles Rettig, IRS Commissioner - Schweikert, Foster, Emmer, and Soto Lead IRS Letter to Ensure Consumers Can Utilize Proof of Stake Networks Rep.Bill Foster, ...
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "With the upcoming school year just weeks away, I spoke with @ChicagoState President Z Scott about the need for additional federal resources for universities & students to get them through this public health and economic crisis." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 27, 2020 Underwood Secures Federal Funding for 14th District Priorities Rep.Lauren Underwood
July 27, 2020 Durbin Statement On Republican's Outline For Fourth Coronavirus Stimulus Legislation Sen.Dick Durbin
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "10 weeks after the House passed the Heroes Act, and 4 days before expanded unemployment benefits expire, Republicans and the Trump Administration have finally outlined their priority for the next #COVID19 stimulus package: helping corporations over working families." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 22, 2020 Require Federal Coronavirus Preparedness Rep.Brad Schneider
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has deeply impacted our economy & Illinoisans' ability to make ends meet. Spoke with @shrivercenter , @EconsecureIL , & @heartlandhelps today about advocating for additional economic impact payments & extending enhanced unemployment & SNAP benefits." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 16, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateDems are announcing a plan today to help communities of color respond to the pandemic & build lasting wealth. Our Economic Justice Act will direct untapped #COVID19 relief funding towards addressing systemic racism and historic underinvestment in communities of color." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rosen Leads Letter Requesting Support for Outdoor Tourism & Recreation Industry, Jobs in Next COVID Relief Package Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to be back in my hometown of East St. Louis yesterday to discuss the #COVID19 pandemic response. I will keep pushing for additional federal assistance to assist in the economic recovery." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 9, 2020 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, and Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Rubio, Cardin Call for Funding in Next Emergency Supplemental to Stop the Threat of COVID-19 Internationally Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 8, 2020 Letter to Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Jovita Carranza and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin - Raskin Urges SBA, Treasury to Clarify Small Businesses Can Reapply for PPP Loans Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
July 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Durbin, Duckworth Join Call For $32 Billion In Transit Funding In Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "The @CFPB 's final rule on small dollar lending prioritizes corporations over consumers. Payday lenders prey upon the most vulnerable, and the Trump Administration just eliminated consumer protections in the middle of an economic crisis." Sen.Dick Durbin
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