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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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