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July 7, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin, Bustos Announce Over $8 Million for Quad Cities International Airport
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 6, 2021
Foster Introduces Legislation to Make Transportation Funding More Fair
Rep. Bill Foster
July 2, 2021
Schakowsky, Colleagues Hail Transformative Auto Safety Provisions Passed by House
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
July 2, 2021
Schneider Secures House Passage of Local Transportation Priorities
Rep. Brad Schneider
July 2, 2021
Tweet - "The projections outlined in this report reflect the investments that President Biden and Democrats have made in the American people. But we can't stop here. We still need to pass the American Jobs Plan and the American Families Plan to rebuild and strengthen our economy."
Sen. Dick Durbin
July 2, 2021
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Applauds Passage Of INVEST In America Act, Including Its Climate Change Provisions And His Amendments
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
July 1, 2021
Underwood Announces That Infrastructure Project to Protect Hundreds of Lake County Homes from Impending Dam Failure Advances in the House; $1.3 Million For Sylvan Lake Dam Would Protect Public Safety
Rep. Lauren Underwood
July 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General - Lucas Joins Congressman Grothman Urging No Postal Rate Increase
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
July 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Representatives Lee, Pocan, and Bush Urge Congressional Leadership to Exclude Defense Spending from American Jobs Plan Reconciliation Package
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
July 1, 2021
House Passes Invest Act
Rep. Danny Davis
July 1, 2021
Congressman García Applauds Passage in the House of Representatives of the INVEST in America Act, Calls for Additional Climate Provisions in Reconciliation
Rep. Chuy Garcia
July 1, 2021
Casten Opens Hearing on Solving the Climate Crisis Through Much Needed Investments in Transportation Infrastructure, Highlighting Need for Market-Based Electric Vehicle Incentives to Lower Costs for Consumers
Rep. Sean Casten
July 1, 2021
Rep. Kelly Advances $20 Million in Infrastructure Projects for Illinois Communities
Rep. Robin Kelly
July 1, 2021
Schakowsky Applauds Passage of INVEST In America Act, Including Auto Safety Provisions and Funding for Local Projects
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
June 30, 2021
Underwood, Durbin, Duckworth Announce $5 Million for Plainfield's 143rd Street Extension Project
Rep. Lauren Underwood
June 30, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin, Underwood Announce $5 Million for Plainfield's 143rd Street Extension Project
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 30, 2021
Duckworth Discusses the Importance of Water Infrastructure with Wood Dale Officials
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 30, 2021
Schneider Community Projects Included in First Round of Funding Process
Rep. Brad Schneider
June 29, 2021
Underwood Announces That $7.5 Million in 14th District Water Infrastructure Projects Advance in House of Representatives
Rep. Lauren Underwood
June 25, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Economic Growth and Infrastructure with Greater St. Louis, Inc.
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 25, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin announce nearly $60 million in federal funding for Illinois rural communities
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 25, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nearly $7 Million for Clean Public Transit Service in Chicago
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 24, 2021
Young, Duckworth, Hassan, Portman Reintroduce Bill to Provide TSA Precheck to Disabled Veterans
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 24, 2021
Brown, Warnock, Cantwell, Murray Introduce Bill To Decarbonize Aviation, Fulfill Climate Commitments
Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
June 24, 2021
Tweet - "There is a legitimate, bipartisan effort underway to come to an agreement on infrastructure. This is a big deal. We desperately need to rebuild our infrastructure & create jobs in the process. I have confidence in my colleagues on both sides of the aisle. We will get this done."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 23, 2021
Republicans Are Addressing the Major Crises
Rep. Mary Miller
June 23, 2021
Climate Change
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 21, 2021
Tweet - "Crumbling transportation infrastructure in rural Illinois needs stronger federal attention, especially when residents and businesses rely on sound roads & bridges. Rural America needs a bipartisan solution."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 17, 2021
Durbin, Braun Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Establish Rural Transportation Infrastructure Office
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
June 17, 2021
Tweet - "I'm continually inspired by groundbreaking research happening at @argonne. Great to speak with the lab's Board of Governors yesterday about the recently passed US Innovation & Competition Act, which would support the their work on key technologies like electric vehicle batteries."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 16, 2021
Duckworth Secures Critical Illinois Priorities in Commerce-Passed Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 15, 2021
Underwood Announces NDAA-Related Community Funding Project for the 14th District of Illinois
Rep. Lauren Underwood
June 11, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Harder Leads Letter Urging Ongoing Support for the Water Affordability Assistance Program
Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
June 11, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation - Newman, Garcia, Durbin and Duckworth Lead IL Delegation Letter Inviting Secretary Buttigieg to Tour Chicagoland Area
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
June 10, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Republicans have a solid second place strategy for America. They'd rather cut taxes on the ultra-wealthy than allow our nation to make the infrastructure investments we need to compete in the 21st century. I hope we reach a deal soon--time is of the essence."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 10, 2021
Durbin Meets Virtually With Voices For Progress
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 9, 2021
Tweet - "Federal infrastructure funding would have dramatic impact on Illinois communities like Park Forest and Matteson. Great to talk with SouthCom Coalition about how far federal support would go in rebuilding roads & jumpstarting economic development."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 8, 2021
Durbin Meets With South Suburban Coalition About Local Infrastructure Funding
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 7, 2021
LaHood Reintroduces Bill to Invest in America's Bridge Infrastructure
Rep. Darin LaHood
June 3, 2021
Tweet - "Internet access keeps kids connected to school, patients connected to doctors, & families connected to each other. I'm joining my Senate colleagues to call on @USDA, @HUDgov, & @FCC to use a collaborative approach to improve broadband connectivity & promote the Lifeline program."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 3, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Republicans are doing everything they can to put the United States on track for a solid second place finish. If we want to lead the world in the 21st century, we can't be pinching pennies."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 3, 2021
Tweet - "Visited @mHUBChicago today to discuss a shortage of semiconductor chips that is impacting the automotive industry, including assembly plants in Chicago and Belvidere."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 3, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, and the Hon. Marcia Fudge, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Durbin, Duckworth Join 18 Senators In Calling On Federal Agencies To Share Data, Work Together To Expand Access To High-Speed Internet
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 2, 2021
Schakowsky Introduces Auto Safety Legislation Package
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
June 2, 2021
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture, Hon. Marcia Fudge, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Jennifer Rosenworcel, Acting Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission - Heinrich, Luján Join Group Of 19 Senators In Calling on Federal Agencies To Share Data, Work Together To Expand Access To High-Speed Internet
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
June 2, 2021
Tweet - "Excited to join @chicagosmayor, @RepMikeQuigley, @48Ward, and @JamesCappleman for the groundbreaking of the next section of the @cta Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) Project."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 1, 2021
Tweet - "Whether it's the expansion of cargo operations or the partnership between @United and @AARCORP for aircraft maintenance, @FlyRFD has brought together public and private investment to create jobs. Great to visit today and celebrate success."
Sen. Dick Durbin
June 1, 2021
Schneider Introduces Bill to Promote Cleaner Vehicles, Fight Climate Change
Rep. Brad Schneider
May 28, 2021
Reps. Garcia, Johnson Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Highway Traffic Deaths
Rep. Chuy Garcia
May 28, 2021
LaHood, Napolitano Reintroduce Legislation to Designate Route 66 as a National Historic Trail
Rep. Darin LaHood
Date
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July 7, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin, Bustos Announce Over $8 Million for Quad Cities International Airport
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 6, 2021
Foster Introduces Legislation to Make Transportation Funding More Fair
Rep.Bill Foster
July 2, 2021
Schakowsky, Colleagues Hail Transformative Auto Safety Provisions Passed by House
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
July 2, 2021
Schneider Secures House Passage of Local Transportation Priorities
Rep.Brad Schneider
July 2, 2021
Tweet - "The projections outlined in this report reflect the investments that President Biden and Democrats have made in the American people. But we can't stop here. We still need to pass the American Jobs Plan and the American Families Plan to rebuild and strengthen our economy."
Sen.Dick Durbin
July 2, 2021
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Applauds Passage Of INVEST In America Act, Including Its Climate Change Provisions And His Amendments
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
July 1, 2021
Underwood Announces That Infrastructure Project to Protect Hundreds of Lake County Homes from Impending Dam Failure Advances in the House; $1.3 Million For Sylvan Lake Dam Would Protect Public Safety
Rep.Lauren Underwood
July 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General - Lucas Joins Congressman Grothman Urging No Postal Rate Increase
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
July 1, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Representatives Lee, Pocan, and Bush Urge Congressional Leadership to Exclude Defense Spending from American Jobs Plan Reconciliation Package
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
July 1, 2021
House Passes Invest Act
Rep.Danny Davis
July 1, 2021
Congressman García Applauds Passage in the House of Representatives of the INVEST in America Act, Calls for Additional Climate Provisions in Reconciliation
Rep.Chuy Garcia
July 1, 2021
Casten Opens Hearing on Solving the Climate Crisis Through Much Needed Investments in Transportation Infrastructure, Highlighting Need for Market-Based Electric Vehicle Incentives to Lower Costs for Consumers
Rep.Sean Casten
July 1, 2021
Rep. Kelly Advances $20 Million in Infrastructure Projects for Illinois Communities
Rep.Robin Kelly
July 1, 2021
Schakowsky Applauds Passage of INVEST In America Act, Including Auto Safety Provisions and Funding for Local Projects
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
June 30, 2021
Underwood, Durbin, Duckworth Announce $5 Million for Plainfield's 143rd Street Extension Project
Rep.Lauren Underwood
June 30, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin, Underwood Announce $5 Million for Plainfield's 143rd Street Extension Project
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 30, 2021
Duckworth Discusses the Importance of Water Infrastructure with Wood Dale Officials
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 30, 2021
Schneider Community Projects Included in First Round of Funding Process
Rep.Brad Schneider
June 29, 2021
Underwood Announces That $7.5 Million in 14th District Water Infrastructure Projects Advance in House of Representatives
Rep.Lauren Underwood
June 25, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Economic Growth and Infrastructure with Greater St. Louis, Inc.
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 25, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin announce nearly $60 million in federal funding for Illinois rural communities
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 25, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nearly $7 Million for Clean Public Transit Service in Chicago
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 24, 2021
Young, Duckworth, Hassan, Portman Reintroduce Bill to Provide TSA Precheck to Disabled Veterans
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
June 24, 2021
Brown, Warnock, Cantwell, Murray Introduce Bill To Decarbonize Aviation, Fulfill Climate Commitments
Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
June 24, 2021
Tweet - "There is a legitimate, bipartisan effort underway to come to an agreement on infrastructure. This is a big deal. We desperately need to rebuild our infrastructure & create jobs in the process. I have confidence in my colleagues on both sides of the aisle. We will get this done."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 23, 2021
Republicans Are Addressing the Major Crises
Rep.Mary Miller
June 23, 2021
Climate Change
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 21, 2021
Tweet - "Crumbling transportation infrastructure in rural Illinois needs stronger federal attention, especially when residents and businesses rely on sound roads & bridges. Rural America needs a bipartisan solution."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 17, 2021
Durbin, Braun Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Establish Rural Transportation Infrastructure Office
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
June 17, 2021
Tweet - "I'm continually inspired by groundbreaking research happening at @argonne. Great to speak with the lab's Board of Governors yesterday about the recently passed US Innovation & Competition Act, which would support the their work on key technologies like electric vehicle batteries."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 16, 2021
Duckworth Secures Critical Illinois Priorities in Commerce-Passed Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 15, 2021
Underwood Announces NDAA-Related Community Funding Project for the 14th District of Illinois
Rep.Lauren Underwood
June 11, 2021
Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Harder Leads Letter Urging Ongoing Support for the Water Affordability Assistance Program
Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
June 11, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation - Newman, Garcia, Durbin and Duckworth Lead IL Delegation Letter Inviting Secretary Buttigieg to Tour Chicagoland Area
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
June 10, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Republicans have a solid second place strategy for America. They'd rather cut taxes on the ultra-wealthy than allow our nation to make the infrastructure investments we need to compete in the 21st century. I hope we reach a deal soon--time is of the essence."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 10, 2021
Durbin Meets Virtually With Voices For Progress
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 9, 2021
Tweet - "Federal infrastructure funding would have dramatic impact on Illinois communities like Park Forest and Matteson. Great to talk with SouthCom Coalition about how far federal support would go in rebuilding roads & jumpstarting economic development."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 8, 2021
Durbin Meets With South Suburban Coalition About Local Infrastructure Funding
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 7, 2021
LaHood Reintroduces Bill to Invest in America's Bridge Infrastructure
Rep.Darin LaHood
June 3, 2021
Tweet - "Internet access keeps kids connected to school, patients connected to doctors, & families connected to each other. I'm joining my Senate colleagues to call on @USDA, @HUDgov, & @FCC to use a collaborative approach to improve broadband connectivity & promote the Lifeline program."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 3, 2021
Tweet - "Senate Republicans are doing everything they can to put the United States on track for a solid second place finish. If we want to lead the world in the 21st century, we can't be pinching pennies."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 3, 2021
Tweet - "Visited @mHUBChicago today to discuss a shortage of semiconductor chips that is impacting the automotive industry, including assembly plants in Chicago and Belvidere."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 3, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, and the Hon. Marcia Fudge, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Durbin, Duckworth Join 18 Senators In Calling On Federal Agencies To Share Data, Work Together To Expand Access To High-Speed Internet
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 2, 2021
Schakowsky Introduces Auto Safety Legislation Package
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
June 2, 2021
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture, Hon. Marcia Fudge, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Jennifer Rosenworcel, Acting Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission - Heinrich, Luján Join Group Of 19 Senators In Calling on Federal Agencies To Share Data, Work Together To Expand Access To High-Speed Internet
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
June 2, 2021
Tweet - "Excited to join @chicagosmayor, @RepMikeQuigley, @48Ward, and @JamesCappleman for the groundbreaking of the next section of the @cta Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) Project."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 1, 2021
Tweet - "Whether it's the expansion of cargo operations or the partnership between @United and @AARCORP for aircraft maintenance, @FlyRFD has brought together public and private investment to create jobs. Great to visit today and celebrate success."
Sen.Dick Durbin
June 1, 2021
Schneider Introduces Bill to Promote Cleaner Vehicles, Fight Climate Change
Rep.Brad Schneider
May 28, 2021
Reps. Garcia, Johnson Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Highway Traffic Deaths
Rep.Chuy Garcia
May 28, 2021
LaHood, Napolitano Reintroduce Legislation to Designate Route 66 as a National Historic Trail
Rep.Darin LaHood
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