Casten, Fitzpatrick Lead Bipartisan Effort to Support Victims of Sexual Assault in Public Schools
Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has a long history of addressing sexual assault, harassment, and sex-based discrimination
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Reps. Davis, Cohen, Clyburn Lead Legislation to Create Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park
most consequential educational and philanthropic partnerships in American history. The bill’s introduction aligns with the anniversary … century. Documenting and preserving African American's rich history and enduring struggle for freedom and liberty are essential
Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson Introduces WAR Powers Resolution to END Illegal WAR in IRAN
reign in this administration's abuse of power. History will remember the choices we make, and lives lost
Krishnamoorthi, Lieu, Jayapal Introduce Resolution Condemning Trump’s Racist Rhetoric Targeting Indian and Chinese Americans
Asian Americans. We know from our history that words matter. Language that demeans entire nationalities and communities fuels
Schakowsky, Blumenthal Introduce Resolution to End Roadway Fatalities & Improve Traffic Safety
impaired driving. The resolution also notes the deep history of inequality in the United States’ transportation systems
Congresswomen Ramirez, Velázquez Call Out Trump, Rubio’s Military Plans for Cuba
with all people who yearn to be free. History has shown us that peace and democracy have never
Ramirez leads 31 members of Congress to Demand Trump End Unlawful Plans in Cuba, Stops Usage of Guantánamo Bay for Immigration Detention
Guantánamo Base, a prison with a history of dehumanizing and abusing people, to detain Cuban immigrants. “U.S. policies
Congressman Danny K. Davis Statement on the Retirement Announcement of Congressman Steve Cohen
conclusion of an extraordinary chapter in the history of the United States Congress. Throughout his career, Congressman Cohen … confront difficult truths in our nation’s history, including his leadership on the historic congressional apology for slavery
Underwood Statement on Trump Administration’s Final Rule Threatening Nursing Profession
health care in our nation’s history. In addition to these cuts, the Big Ugly Bill places
Krishnamoorthi, Bennet, Hickenlooper, Neguse, Pettersen Introduce Legislation to Let Congress Override Politically Motivated Disaster Aid Denials
unprecedented rate —the highest in the 47-year history of the Federal Emergency Management Agency—approving just
Krishnamoorthi Presses DHS for Answers After New Reports of Trump Administration Expanding Demands for Sensitive Voter Data
that DHS personnel requested voter registration records, voting histories, and other election-related data in multiple states … that DHS personnel requested voter registration records, voting histories, and other election-related data in at least eight
Congressional Jewish Caucus Statement on the Passing of Congressman Eliot Engel
Congress. Eliot always appreciated how important our shared history, culture, and values were. He is among the pantheon
Ramirez, Morelle, Mullin, Williams Launch Anti-Corruption and Democracy Reform Task Force
corrupt Presidential administrations in America’s 250-year history. Americans are fed up with Republicans ignoring the needs … facing the most corrupt administration in American history. This moment calls for a unified front, transparent action
Krishnamoorthi Warns Trump NATO Withdrawal Threat Would Be Illegal and Endanger U.S. Security
most consequential alliances in American history cannot be done by executive action alone. “Congress has acted to ensure … most consequential alliances in American history cannot be done by executive action alone, and doing so would
Jayapal, Jackson Statement on Delegation to Cuba
States—adds to the longest embargo in world history and is causing untold suffering to the Cuban people
Congressman García on Trump firing Bondi as Attorney General
worst Attorney Generals in our nation’s history. She weaponized the Department of Justice to target immigrants, working
Schakowsky, Doggett Unveil Brand New Bill to Establish Mandatory Nursing Home Staffing Standards
enacted the largest health care cut in U.S. history— cuts expected to trigger nursing home closures . The Safe
Ramirez Statement Ahead of Mullin Swearing in as DHS Secretary
Secretary of Homeland Security. Markwayne Mullin’s history of bigotry, threats, and violence makes it clear that
Casten Hosts Roundtable to Highlight Sheldon Peck Homestead Historic Site
stories that have shaped our nation’s history. The roundtable was co-hosted by Landmarks Illinois … notable place in both American and Illinois’ history. Sheldon and Harriet Peck were not only outspoken abolitionists
EAST ST. LOUIS: Budzinski Announces Initial Steps to Expand Gateway Arch National Park to Illinois
their homes, in their work, and the deep history of the places that they call home. They deserve … still the largest public-private partnership in the history of the National Park Service, we’ve seen
Declaración del Congresista García sobre el Despido de Noem por parte de Trump
crímenes cometidos bajo su supervisión. “Nada en el historial del Senador Markwayne Mullin sugiere que será diferente.” # # # Issues
Foster Introduces Medical Records Access Fairness Act
Government Accountability Office, patients who have long medical histories can incur costs of thousands of dollars on medical … patients with chronic diseases and complex medical histories. This bill would give patients easier access to their medical
Congresswoman Ramirez Condemns Trump’s Unlawful Military Action on Iran, Murder of Head of State
people that secures lasting change and enduring peace. History has shown us that peace and democracy have never
Casten Statement on US Military Action in Iran
immediately affect Qatar, the UAE, Turkey, and others. History teaches that calls for regime change, including
Ramirez, Civil and Human Rights Organizations Introduce the Full Body Restraint Prohibition Act
those who, inspired by the worst of our history, would bind us and blind us, using tools