E-Newsletters
November 10, 2016
I want to take this time to thank our nation’s heroes for their courage and commitment, which have preserved the ideals of democracy, liberty, opportunity and justice for all, upon which our great country was built.
September 9, 2016
Our legislation will help law enforcement officials better enforce current gun laws and ensure that guns stay out of the hands of dangerous individuals.
Issues:
Gun Violence Prevention
August 30, 2016
Currently, one in five women and one in sixteen men are sexually assaulted on college campuses in the United States. Sadly, a staggering 90 percent of those cases go unreported.
July 15, 2016
Now that Congress has adjourned for a seven week district work period, I’m sad to report that the House has decided to kick the can down the road on a number of critical issues facing our nation.
Issues:
Gun Violence Prevention
Health Care
June 21, 2016
During times of tragedy, the American people are quick to mobilize in solidarity with the affected community. We witnessed that compassion as many Floridians rushed to donate blood for the victims being cared for in local hospitals.
Issues:
LGBTQI+ Rights
May 20, 2016
There are over 100,000 bridges in the U.S. that are over 65 years old, and in Chicago, we have a century old transit system that desperately needs updates to keep up with increased capacity.
Issues:
May 19, 2016
Discrimination has no place in our armed services, our workplaces or our country.
Issues:
LGBTQI+ Rights
April 22, 2016
Protecting our planet is not something that can be accomplished in one day; it is a long-term investment on the part of every citizen.
Issues:
March 24, 2016
Earlier this month, President Obama fulfilled his constitutional duty by nominating D.C. Circuit Court Chief Judge Merrick Garland for the Supreme Court. Now, it is the Senate’s turn to do its job.
February 26, 2016
This coming month, we will witness the continued assault on women's reproductive rights as the Supreme Court hears two separate cases that have the potential to undermine the tremendous progress that has been made over the last 43 years.
Issues:
Reproductive Rights