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Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "It was great to be at the Nauvoo Fire Protection District to discuss new legislation I passed last year. The SIREN Act provides new grant funding for rural fire and EMS agencies in training, recruiting, and purchasing equipment." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Pleased to see @USDOT initiative that mirrors much of the bipartisan legislation I authored with @SenatorBraun to elevate and improve #rural transportation priorities." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Rep. Quigley Visits City Hall, Receives His CityKey ID Card Rep. Mike Quigley
Oct. 2, 2019 Another $1.2 Million in Federal Grants Awarded to Five South Suburban Fire Departments Rep. Robin Kelly
Oct. 2, 2019 Tweet - "It was great to attend the groundbreaking for Phase I of the @CTA Red and Purple Modernization Project this morning. I was proud to help secure federal funding for this project that will lead to a safer and more efficient transit system for Chicagoans." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2019 Durbin Meets With Normal Mayor Chris Koos Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2019 Durbin, Braun Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Create Rural Infrastructure Office Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Durbin: Appropriations Bills Provide Critical Funding For Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2019 Tweet - "I constantly hear from farmers & rural Illinoisans about serious transportation infrastructure needs in their communities. Today, I introduced the bipartisan Rural Economic Infrastructure Equity Act with @SenatorBraun to create a new office w/in @USDOT to focus on these issues." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation - Oversight Launches Investigation of Ethics Allegations Against Chao Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Klobuchar, Duckworth Lead Colleagues in Urging President to Help Rural Americans, and the Environment, by Upholding the Intent of the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Senate Passes Bipartisan Duckworth-Young Bill to Improve the Efficiency of TSA Precheck Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 11, 2019 Young-Duckworth Bill to Provide TSA Precheck to Disabled Veterans Passes the Senate Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 10, 2019 Tweet - "I'm closely watching the ongoing situation in Dupo, Illinois, and will continue to follow along as it unfolds. As of this time, thankfully, no injuries have been reported." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2019 As School Year Begins, Duckworth Highlights Legislation to Improve School Bus Safety Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency - U.S. Senators Smith, Klobuchar, Stabenow, Durbin, Peters, Baldwin, and Brown Call for Stronger Renewable Fuel Standard Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 7, 2019 In City Club Address, Duckworth Lays out Vision for How to Achieve True American Strength Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - Rep. Lynch And Quiet Skies Caucus Colleagues Request A Meeting With New FAA Administrator Regarding Airplane Noise Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Aug. 2, 2019 Tweet - "The 35-day government shutdown is still impacting our air traffic control system, 6 months later. With a shortage of air traffic controllers and the delayed implementation of new safety systems, we need to make sure we're doing everything we can to secure our aviation system." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 1, 2019 Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Bill To Reform American Infrastructure Investment Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Aug. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Our infrastructure investments should lead to new jobs and growth for disadvantaged small businesses. Proud to introduce the Build Local, Hire Local Act w/ @SenDuckworth, prioritizing local workers & communities of color in any comprehensive infrastructure bill Congress reviews." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 31, 2019 Senate Commerce Committee Passes Fischer-Duckworth Pipeline Safety Bill Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 30, 2019 Duckworth Secures Important Illinois Priorities in Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 29, 2019 Tweet - "AFTERNOON READ: This crucial federal funding will allow the Greater Peoria Mass Transit District to purchase new low-emission transit buses that will improve the quality of life for all residents -- even those who don't use public transportation." Sen. Dick Durbin
July 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - New Democrat Coalition letter urges president to prioritize bipartisan infrastructure legislation Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
July 26, 2019 Rep. Hayes Introduces Legislation to Protect Health of America's School Chilldren Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
July 25, 2019 Congressman Cohen, Senator Duckworth Introduce School Bus Safety Act Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 24, 2019 Duckworth Votes Against FAA nominee Stephen Dickson Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 23, 2019 Bost Disaster Assistance Reform Bill Focuses on Len Small Levee Repair Rep. Mike Bost
July 23, 2019 Duckworth Statement After Voting to Permanently Reauthorize The 9/11 VCF Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 22, 2019 GAO to Evaluate Effectiveness of "Move Over" Laws to Protect First Responders Following Push from Duckworth, Durbin, Fischer & Bustos Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 16, 2019 García, Johnson, and Cartwright Introduce Two Truck Safety Measures to Make Roads Safer Rep. Chuy Garcia
July 16, 2019 Introduction of the Insurance Act--Improving National Safety By Updating the Required Amount of Insurance Needed By Commercial Motor Vehicles Per Event Act Rep. Chuy Garcia
July 11, 2019 Duckworth, Young, Kildee Re-Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Families from Lead in Federally Assisted Housing Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States Government Accountability Office - Duckworth, Durbin, Fischer & Bustos Call For GAO Review of "Move Over" Laws to Better Protect First Responders Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 26, 2019 Foster Payer State Amendment Passes House Rep. Bill Foster
June 26, 2019 Duckworth Pushes For Swift Implementation of Positive Train Control Safety Features, Improvements In Amtrak On-Time Performance In Illinois Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 25, 2019 Congressman DeSaulnier Introduces Effort to Help Schools Provide Healthy Meals to Students Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
June 25, 2019 Duckworth, Durbin, Bustos Secure Grant Extension for Quad Cities Amtrak Route Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
June 24, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
June 24, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 Rep. Bill Foster
June 24, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 Rep. Chuy Garcia
June 20, 2019 Duckworth, Young Introduce Bill To Provide TSA PreCheck To Disabled Veterans Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "Joined @RepCheri & @SenDuckworth in a letter to DOT @SecElaineChao today expressing our strong support for the proposed state-supported Amtrak route between Chicago and Moline. I look forward to seeing this project through to the end." Sen. Dick Durbin
June 19, 2019 Letter to Richard Anderson, President and CEO of Amtrak - Chairs DeFazio, Lipinski and 51 House Members Press Amtrak CEO For Answers About Reported Decision to Reduce the Number of Amtrak Police Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
June 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation - Durbin, Duckworth, Bustos Push DOT To Support Quad Cities Amtrak Route Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
June 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Raskin, Schiff, Sherman Ask GAO to Investigate Noise Impact of FAA's New Flight Routes Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
June 13, 2019 Reps. Bucshon and Shimkus, and Senators Braun, Young, Duckworth, and Durbin Introduce the Restore the Harmony Way Bridge Act Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
May 31, 2019 Duckworth Statement on E15 Rule Changes Sen. Ladda Duckworth
May 22, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump may not have had time to talk infrastructure today, but Amtrak Board Member Tom Carper did. He understands the importance of making a big and bold investment in rail infrastructure so we can put America to work & improve service for passengers." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "It was great to be at the Nauvoo Fire Protection District to discuss new legislation I passed last year. The SIREN Act provides new grant funding for rural fire and EMS agencies in training, recruiting, and purchasing equipment." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Pleased to see @USDOT initiative that mirrors much of the bipartisan legislation I authored with @SenatorBraun to elevate and improve #rural transportation priorities." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Rep. Quigley Visits City Hall, Receives His CityKey ID Card Rep.Mike Quigley
Oct. 2, 2019 Another $1.2 Million in Federal Grants Awarded to Five South Suburban Fire Departments Rep.Robin Kelly
Oct. 2, 2019 Tweet - "It was great to attend the groundbreaking for Phase I of the @CTA Red and Purple Modernization Project this morning. I was proud to help secure federal funding for this project that will lead to a safer and more efficient transit system for Chicagoans." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2019 Durbin Meets With Normal Mayor Chris Koos Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2019 Durbin, Braun Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Create Rural Infrastructure Office Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Durbin: Appropriations Bills Provide Critical Funding For Illinois Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2019 Tweet - "I constantly hear from farmers & rural Illinoisans about serious transportation infrastructure needs in their communities. Today, I introduced the bipartisan Rural Economic Infrastructure Equity Act with @SenatorBraun to create a new office w/in @USDOT to focus on these issues." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation - Oversight Launches Investigation of Ethics Allegations Against Chao Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Klobuchar, Duckworth Lead Colleagues in Urging President to Help Rural Americans, and the Environment, by Upholding the Intent of the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Senate Passes Bipartisan Duckworth-Young Bill to Improve the Efficiency of TSA Precheck Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 11, 2019 Young-Duckworth Bill to Provide TSA Precheck to Disabled Veterans Passes the Senate Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 10, 2019 Tweet - "I'm closely watching the ongoing situation in Dupo, Illinois, and will continue to follow along as it unfolds. As of this time, thankfully, no injuries have been reported." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2019 As School Year Begins, Duckworth Highlights Legislation to Improve School Bus Safety Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency - U.S. Senators Smith, Klobuchar, Stabenow, Durbin, Peters, Baldwin, and Brown Call for Stronger Renewable Fuel Standard Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 7, 2019 In City Club Address, Duckworth Lays out Vision for How to Achieve True American Strength Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - Rep. Lynch And Quiet Skies Caucus Colleagues Request A Meeting With New FAA Administrator Regarding Airplane Noise Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Aug. 2, 2019 Tweet - "The 35-day government shutdown is still impacting our air traffic control system, 6 months later. With a shortage of air traffic controllers and the delayed implementation of new safety systems, we need to make sure we're doing everything we can to secure our aviation system." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 1, 2019 Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Bill To Reform American Infrastructure Investment Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Aug. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Our infrastructure investments should lead to new jobs and growth for disadvantaged small businesses. Proud to introduce the Build Local, Hire Local Act w/ @SenDuckworth, prioritizing local workers & communities of color in any comprehensive infrastructure bill Congress reviews." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 31, 2019 Senate Commerce Committee Passes Fischer-Duckworth Pipeline Safety Bill Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 30, 2019 Duckworth Secures Important Illinois Priorities in Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 29, 2019 Tweet - "AFTERNOON READ: This crucial federal funding will allow the Greater Peoria Mass Transit District to purchase new low-emission transit buses that will improve the quality of life for all residents -- even those who don't use public transportation." Sen.Dick Durbin
July 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - New Democrat Coalition letter urges president to prioritize bipartisan infrastructure legislation Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
July 26, 2019 Rep. Hayes Introduces Legislation to Protect Health of America's School Chilldren Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
July 25, 2019 Congressman Cohen, Senator Duckworth Introduce School Bus Safety Act Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 24, 2019 Duckworth Votes Against FAA nominee Stephen Dickson Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 23, 2019 Bost Disaster Assistance Reform Bill Focuses on Len Small Levee Repair Rep.Mike Bost
July 23, 2019 Duckworth Statement After Voting to Permanently Reauthorize The 9/11 VCF Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 22, 2019 GAO to Evaluate Effectiveness of "Move Over" Laws to Protect First Responders Following Push from Duckworth, Durbin, Fischer & Bustos Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 16, 2019 García, Johnson, and Cartwright Introduce Two Truck Safety Measures to Make Roads Safer Rep.Chuy Garcia
July 16, 2019 Introduction of the Insurance Act--Improving National Safety By Updating the Required Amount of Insurance Needed By Commercial Motor Vehicles Per Event Act Rep.Chuy Garcia
July 11, 2019 Duckworth, Young, Kildee Re-Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Families from Lead in Federally Assisted Housing Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
July 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States Government Accountability Office - Duckworth, Durbin, Fischer & Bustos Call For GAO Review of "Move Over" Laws to Better Protect First Responders Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 26, 2019 Foster Payer State Amendment Passes House Rep.Bill Foster
June 26, 2019 Duckworth Pushes For Swift Implementation of Positive Train Control Safety Features, Improvements In Amtrak On-Time Performance In Illinois Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 25, 2019 Congressman DeSaulnier Introduces Effort to Help Schools Provide Healthy Meals to Students Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
June 25, 2019 Duckworth, Durbin, Bustos Secure Grant Extension for Quad Cities Amtrak Route Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
June 24, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
June 24, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 Rep.Bill Foster
June 24, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2020 Rep.Chuy Garcia
June 20, 2019 Duckworth, Young Introduce Bill To Provide TSA PreCheck To Disabled Veterans Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "Joined @RepCheri & @SenDuckworth in a letter to DOT @SecElaineChao today expressing our strong support for the proposed state-supported Amtrak route between Chicago and Moline. I look forward to seeing this project through to the end." Sen.Dick Durbin
June 19, 2019 Letter to Richard Anderson, President and CEO of Amtrak - Chairs DeFazio, Lipinski and 51 House Members Press Amtrak CEO For Answers About Reported Decision to Reduce the Number of Amtrak Police Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
June 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation - Durbin, Duckworth, Bustos Push DOT To Support Quad Cities Amtrak Route Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
June 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Raskin, Schiff, Sherman Ask GAO to Investigate Noise Impact of FAA's New Flight Routes Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
June 13, 2019 Reps. Bucshon and Shimkus, and Senators Braun, Young, Duckworth, and Durbin Introduce the Restore the Harmony Way Bridge Act Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
May 31, 2019 Duckworth Statement on E15 Rule Changes Sen.Ladda Duckworth
May 22, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump may not have had time to talk infrastructure today, but Amtrak Board Member Tom Carper did. He understands the importance of making a big and bold investment in rail infrastructure so we can put America to work & improve service for passengers." Sen.Dick Durbin
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