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July 4, 2021 Duckworth Discusses Importance of American Rescue Plan Funding for Local Governments with Bloomington-Normal Mayors Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 4, 2021 Duckworth Discusses Importance of American Rescue Plan Funding for Local Governments with Bloomington-Normal Mayors Sen. Ladda Duckworth
July 3, 2021 Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today helped honor Peoria County Veterans at the A Final Salute War Memorial Dedication Ceremony. Today, the third and final addition to the memorial was dedicated, entitled "Lady Liberty: Monument to the First Female Fighter Pilots." In her keynote, Duckworth highlighted the importance of diversity to the strength of our military. Photos from today's event are available here. Key Quotes: "I'm here today because of them. Do you know why I'm also here? I'm here because they didn't care that I was a woman... they didn't care if my name was Tammy or Tommy. They didn't care that I grew up on food stamps. They didn't care that I was Asian-American… or that my mom was an immigrant … these troops respected me because I could do the job that was asked of me, just as I asked of them. And because I was willing to sacrifice whatever was necessary for my country, no matter my gender, race, background or any other attribute, just like they were." "Our differences have always made us a more effective fighting force. Scientific research and four-star generals will tell you the same thing: when everyone looks and acts and thinks the same, you become stuck... flat-footed… insular. Diversity leads to more creative problem-solving and more success. Yes, it does better reflect who we are as a country, of course, but more importantly, it makes us more able to execute our missions downrange in the face of the enemy. And the reality is, we will never be the more perfect union our founders dreamed of until we learn to actually, truly, embrace the power of our diversity." "So even while we may live in the greatest country in the world, even while we may have the most powerful military on the face of the Earth, the truth is, the strength of our Armed Forces and our nation at large isn't just about our defense budget … or the speed of our tanks. No. Our strength, our true strength, is what Abraham Lincoln fought for. It's our values and what we represent to the rest of the world." Duckworth was joined today by Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-18) Mayor of Peoria Rita Ali, Peoria County Board Chairman Andrew Rand, Peoria County Board Member Phil Salzer, 182nd Airlift Wing Commander Colonel Daniel McDonugh, Grace Baptist Church Pastor Claude L. White, Jr. and Peoria County Assistant States Attorney Larry Evans, who was a member of Duckworth's unit in Iraq. A Final Salute commemorates all Peoria County Veterans who have served our country since World War II. The sculpture dedicated today resembles a female helicopter pilot from the Gulf War Era, commemorating the first women in combat roles in the military. Duckworth was one of the first handful of Army women to fly combat missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom. A Purple Heart recipient, she served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years before retiring from military service in 2014 at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. She is currently a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and the Chair of the SASC Airland Subcommittee. Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 30, 2021 Duckworth Discusses Importance of American Rescue Plan Funding For Local Governments with DuPage County Mayors Sen. Ladda Duckworth
May 18, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin, Bustos Announce Over $200,000 for Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
May 14, 2021 Duckworth Meets with Will County and Waukegan Officials, Highlights Local Wins in American Rescue Plan Sen. Ladda Duckworth
April 15, 2021 House Passes Bipartisan Balderson Legislation to Protect Seniors from Scam Artists Preying on COVID Fears Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
April 14, 2021 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Congressman Gonzalez Urges President Biden to Optimize Federal Retail Pharmacy Program to Provide Covid-19 Vaccine Rep. Bill Foster, ...
April 13, 2021 Schneider's Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Cuts to Hospital Payments During COVID Heads to President's Desk Rep. Brad Schneider
April 12, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin Announce $65 Million Reimbursement for Illinois Covid-19 Emergency Spending Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
April 5, 2021 Reps. García, Newman, T&I Chair DeFazio Join Chicagoland Transit Leaders to Highlight Transportation and Infrastructure Priorities in Midwest as part of President Biden's American Jobs Plan Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
April 1, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin, Announce $270 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Community Health Centers for Covid-19 in Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 23, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Zients, COVID-19 Coordinator - Rep. Robin Kelly Applauds New Administration Effort to Vaccinate Dialysis Patients, Communities Hardest Hit Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
March 19, 2021 Duckworth Meets with Illinois Municipal League to Discuss American Rescue Plan's Relief Funding for Local Governments Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 19, 2021 Murphy Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Help Businesses Reopen Safely and Protect Workers and Customers Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
March 19, 2021 Duckworth Meets with Illinois Municipal League to Discuss American Rescue Plan's Relief Funding for Local Governments Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 18, 2021 Bost Announces $17.8 Million for Southern Illinois Health Center Grants Rep. Mike Bost
March 17, 2021 Rep. LaHood Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Rural Communities' Access to Care Rep. Darin LaHood
March 16, 2021 Fitzpatrick, Quigley, Meng Introduce Resolution Affirming US Support of the Global Partnership for Education Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
March 12, 2021 Reps. Smucker & Underwood Introduce Legislation to Improve Adoption Outcomes for Children Impacted by the Opioid Epidemic Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
March 12, 2021 Rep. Wild Leads Colleagues in Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Support Health Care Workers' Mental Health Amid COVID-19 Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 12, 2021 Tweet - "Community Health Centers are a vital resource to improve health equity & expand care in underserved urban & rural communities. Proud to have joined @SenDuckworth to make sure that more Illinois CHCs are included in the federal COVID-19 vaccination program." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 11, 2021 Letter to Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Duckworth, Merkley and Warren Call on Cdc for Safety Guidance on Covid-19 Vaccine for Pregnant Individuals Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 11, 2021 Underwood Supports Passage of American Rescue Plan to Deliver Urgently Needed Relief to Illinois Families and Communities; Legislation Heads to President to Be Signed Into Law Rep. Lauren Underwood
March 10, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Announce More Than $8 Million For Housing And Homeless Assistance In The Metro East Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 10, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Announce More Than $11 Million For Housing And Homeless Assistance In Central Illinois Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 10, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Announce More Than $5 Million For Housing And Homeless Assistance In Northwest Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 10, 2021 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Hails Final Passage Of The American Rescue Plan Act Including State And Local Aid Provisions He Championed Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
March 10, 2021 Schakowsky Votes to Send American Rescue Plan to President Biden's Desk Rep. Jan Schakowsky
March 10, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin Join Colleagues to Introduce Bill to Improve and Maintain Public Health Infrastructure Sen. Ladda Duckworth
March 10, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Announce $168 Million For Housing And Homeless Assistance In The Chicagoland Area Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 5, 2021 Schneider Brings Local Benefits Home in $1.9 Trillion American Rescue Plan with Illinois Delegation Rep. Brad Schneider
Feb. 27, 2021 Casten Statement on House Passage of the American Rescue Plan of 2021 Act: $13.2 billion for Illinois Rep. Sean Casten
Feb. 26, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Applaud Announcement Of Mass Community Vaccination Center In Chicago Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Congressman Steven Horsford and Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Lead House and Senate Colleagues in Bipartisan Bill to Support Hospitality, Travel, and Tourism Industries Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 LaHood, Bipartisan Group Introduce Legislation to Encourage Investment in Innovation Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
Feb. 18, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nine Illinois Community Health Centers Included in Federal Vaccination Program Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 17, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Duckworth, Durbin Join Baldwin to Call on Biden Administration to Fully Fund Community Development Block Grant Program Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 16, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Urge HHS To Provide COVID-19 Vaccines To Illinois Community Health Centers Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 12, 2021 Congressional Democrats File Amicus Brief in ACOG v. FDA Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Feb. 12, 2021 Chairman Krishnamoorthi Helps Usher Oversight Committee Passage Of Robust State And Local COVID-19 Aid For Illinois Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 11, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Patty Murray, Chair of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, and the Hon. Richard Burr, Ranking Member of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, and the Hon. Bernard Sanders, Chairman of the Committee on the Budget, and the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Ranking Member of the Committee on the Budget - Duckworth Joins Gillibrand & Senate Colleagues to Call for More than $1 Billion in Funding to Help Older Adults During the COVID-19 Crisis, Including Millions to Bolster Nutrition Services and Support Vaccination Efforts in Next Relief Package Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 10, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, and Jim Clyburn, Majority Whip - Strickland Leads 48 Members in Urging Additional COVID Relief for Struggling Cities, States, Local & Tribal Governments Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Feb. 9, 2021 Sen. Smith, Durbin, Rep. Schneider Introduce Bill to Help State, Local Governments Provide Paid Leave to Employees During Pandemic Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Feb. 9, 2021 During Black History Month, Duckworth & Durbin Help Underwood Announce Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act to Address America's Maternal Health Crisis Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Feb. 9, 2021 Durbin, Schneider Introduce Bill To Help State And Local Governments Provide Paid Leave To Employees During Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 8, 2021 Duckworth, Cramer, Casey Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Families with Diaper Needs Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 8, 2021 Congressman Steven Horsford Joins Members of the Black Maternal Health Caucus to Introduce Historic Legislative Package to Address the Maternal Health Crisis Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Feb. 5, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin Join Gillibrand, Delauro to Introduce Family Act, Urge Congress to Pass Permanent Paid Leave Solution to Spur Economic Recovery Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 4, 2021 Duckworth, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Significantly Enhance Domestic Production of Life-Saving Medical Supplies Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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July 4, 2021 Duckworth Discusses Importance of American Rescue Plan Funding for Local Governments with Bloomington-Normal Mayors Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 4, 2021 Duckworth Discusses Importance of American Rescue Plan Funding for Local Governments with Bloomington-Normal Mayors Sen.Ladda Duckworth
July 3, 2021 Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today helped honor Peoria County Veterans at the A Final Salute War Memorial Dedication Ceremony. Today, the third and final addition to the memorial was dedicated, entitled "Lady Liberty: Monument to the First Female Fighter Pilots." In her keynote, Duckworth highlighted the importance of diversity to the strength of our military. Photos from today's event are available here. Key Quotes: "I'm here today because of them. Do you know why I'm also here? I'm here because they didn't care that I was a woman... they didn't care if my name was Tammy or Tommy. They didn't care that I grew up on food stamps. They didn't care that I was Asian-American… or that my mom was an immigrant … these troops respected me because I could do the job that was asked of me, just as I asked of them. And because I was willing to sacrifice whatever was necessary for my country, no matter my gender, race, background or any other attribute, just like they were." "Our differences have always made us a more effective fighting force. Scientific research and four-star generals will tell you the same thing: when everyone looks and acts and thinks the same, you become stuck... flat-footed… insular. Diversity leads to more creative problem-solving and more success. Yes, it does better reflect who we are as a country, of course, but more importantly, it makes us more able to execute our missions downrange in the face of the enemy. And the reality is, we will never be the more perfect union our founders dreamed of until we learn to actually, truly, embrace the power of our diversity." "So even while we may live in the greatest country in the world, even while we may have the most powerful military on the face of the Earth, the truth is, the strength of our Armed Forces and our nation at large isn't just about our defense budget … or the speed of our tanks. No. Our strength, our true strength, is what Abraham Lincoln fought for. It's our values and what we represent to the rest of the world." Duckworth was joined today by Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-18) Mayor of Peoria Rita Ali, Peoria County Board Chairman Andrew Rand, Peoria County Board Member Phil Salzer, 182nd Airlift Wing Commander Colonel Daniel McDonugh, Grace Baptist Church Pastor Claude L. White, Jr. and Peoria County Assistant States Attorney Larry Evans, who was a member of Duckworth's unit in Iraq. A Final Salute commemorates all Peoria County Veterans who have served our country since World War II. The sculpture dedicated today resembles a female helicopter pilot from the Gulf War Era, commemorating the first women in combat roles in the military. Duckworth was one of the first handful of Army women to fly combat missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom. A Purple Heart recipient, she served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years before retiring from military service in 2014 at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. She is currently a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and the Chair of the SASC Airland Subcommittee. Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 30, 2021 Duckworth Discusses Importance of American Rescue Plan Funding For Local Governments with DuPage County Mayors Sen.Ladda Duckworth
May 18, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin, Bustos Announce Over $200,000 for Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
May 14, 2021 Duckworth Meets with Will County and Waukegan Officials, Highlights Local Wins in American Rescue Plan Sen.Ladda Duckworth
April 15, 2021 House Passes Bipartisan Balderson Legislation to Protect Seniors from Scam Artists Preying on COVID Fears Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
April 14, 2021 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Congressman Gonzalez Urges President Biden to Optimize Federal Retail Pharmacy Program to Provide Covid-19 Vaccine Rep.Bill Foster, ...
April 13, 2021 Schneider's Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Cuts to Hospital Payments During COVID Heads to President's Desk Rep.Brad Schneider
April 12, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin Announce $65 Million Reimbursement for Illinois Covid-19 Emergency Spending Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
April 5, 2021 Reps. García, Newman, T&I Chair DeFazio Join Chicagoland Transit Leaders to Highlight Transportation and Infrastructure Priorities in Midwest as part of President Biden's American Jobs Plan Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
April 1, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin, Announce $270 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Community Health Centers for Covid-19 in Illinois Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 23, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Zients, COVID-19 Coordinator - Rep. Robin Kelly Applauds New Administration Effort to Vaccinate Dialysis Patients, Communities Hardest Hit Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
March 19, 2021 Duckworth Meets with Illinois Municipal League to Discuss American Rescue Plan's Relief Funding for Local Governments Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 19, 2021 Murphy Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Help Businesses Reopen Safely and Protect Workers and Customers Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
March 19, 2021 Duckworth Meets with Illinois Municipal League to Discuss American Rescue Plan's Relief Funding for Local Governments Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 18, 2021 Bost Announces $17.8 Million for Southern Illinois Health Center Grants Rep.Mike Bost
March 17, 2021 Rep. LaHood Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Rural Communities' Access to Care Rep.Darin LaHood
March 16, 2021 Fitzpatrick, Quigley, Meng Introduce Resolution Affirming US Support of the Global Partnership for Education Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
March 12, 2021 Reps. Smucker & Underwood Introduce Legislation to Improve Adoption Outcomes for Children Impacted by the Opioid Epidemic Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
March 12, 2021 Rep. Wild Leads Colleagues in Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Support Health Care Workers' Mental Health Amid COVID-19 Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
March 12, 2021 Tweet - "Community Health Centers are a vital resource to improve health equity & expand care in underserved urban & rural communities. Proud to have joined @SenDuckworth to make sure that more Illinois CHCs are included in the federal COVID-19 vaccination program." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 11, 2021 Letter to Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Duckworth, Merkley and Warren Call on Cdc for Safety Guidance on Covid-19 Vaccine for Pregnant Individuals Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 11, 2021 Underwood Supports Passage of American Rescue Plan to Deliver Urgently Needed Relief to Illinois Families and Communities; Legislation Heads to President to Be Signed Into Law Rep.Lauren Underwood
March 10, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Announce More Than $8 Million For Housing And Homeless Assistance In The Metro East Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 10, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Announce More Than $11 Million For Housing And Homeless Assistance In Central Illinois Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 10, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Announce More Than $5 Million For Housing And Homeless Assistance In Northwest Illinois Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 10, 2021 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Hails Final Passage Of The American Rescue Plan Act Including State And Local Aid Provisions He Championed Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
March 10, 2021 Schakowsky Votes to Send American Rescue Plan to President Biden's Desk Rep.Jan Schakowsky
March 10, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin Join Colleagues to Introduce Bill to Improve and Maintain Public Health Infrastructure Sen.Ladda Duckworth
March 10, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Announce $168 Million For Housing And Homeless Assistance In The Chicagoland Area Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
March 5, 2021 Schneider Brings Local Benefits Home in $1.9 Trillion American Rescue Plan with Illinois Delegation Rep.Brad Schneider
Feb. 27, 2021 Casten Statement on House Passage of the American Rescue Plan of 2021 Act: $13.2 billion for Illinois Rep.Sean Casten
Feb. 26, 2021 Durbin, Duckworth Applaud Announcement Of Mass Community Vaccination Center In Chicago Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Congressman Steven Horsford and Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Lead House and Senate Colleagues in Bipartisan Bill to Support Hospitality, Travel, and Tourism Industries Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 LaHood, Bipartisan Group Introduce Legislation to Encourage Investment in Innovation Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
Feb. 18, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nine Illinois Community Health Centers Included in Federal Vaccination Program Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 17, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Duckworth, Durbin Join Baldwin to Call on Biden Administration to Fully Fund Community Development Block Grant Program Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 16, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Norris Cochran, Acting Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Urge HHS To Provide COVID-19 Vaccines To Illinois Community Health Centers Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 12, 2021 Congressional Democrats File Amicus Brief in ACOG v. FDA Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Feb. 12, 2021 Chairman Krishnamoorthi Helps Usher Oversight Committee Passage Of Robust State And Local COVID-19 Aid For Illinois Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 11, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Patty Murray, Chair of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, and the Hon. Richard Burr, Ranking Member of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, and the Hon. Bernard Sanders, Chairman of the Committee on the Budget, and the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Ranking Member of the Committee on the Budget - Duckworth Joins Gillibrand & Senate Colleagues to Call for More than $1 Billion in Funding to Help Older Adults During the COVID-19 Crisis, Including Millions to Bolster Nutrition Services and Support Vaccination Efforts in Next Relief Package Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 10, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, and Jim Clyburn, Majority Whip - Strickland Leads 48 Members in Urging Additional COVID Relief for Struggling Cities, States, Local & Tribal Governments Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Feb. 9, 2021 Sen. Smith, Durbin, Rep. Schneider Introduce Bill to Help State, Local Governments Provide Paid Leave to Employees During Pandemic Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Feb. 9, 2021 During Black History Month, Duckworth & Durbin Help Underwood Announce Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act to Address America's Maternal Health Crisis Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Feb. 9, 2021 Durbin, Schneider Introduce Bill To Help State And Local Governments Provide Paid Leave To Employees During Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 8, 2021 Duckworth, Cramer, Casey Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Families with Diaper Needs Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Feb. 8, 2021 Congressman Steven Horsford Joins Members of the Black Maternal Health Caucus to Introduce Historic Legislative Package to Address the Maternal Health Crisis Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Feb. 5, 2021 Duckworth, Durbin Join Gillibrand, Delauro to Introduce Family Act, Urge Congress to Pass Permanent Paid Leave Solution to Spur Economic Recovery Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 4, 2021 Duckworth, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Significantly Enhance Domestic Production of Life-Saving Medical Supplies Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
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