Press Releases

"The reason I first got involved in politics was to protect the environment because, ultimately, the most important thing any of us can do is leave a better world for our children and our children's children."

"Today we are taking action to begin to address the needs of not only those who serve, but their families as well."

"While I wish I was traveling under happier circumstances, it is a privilege to have the opportunity to pay my respects in person."

The bill passed unanimously out of committee and moves to the full House for a vote.

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Representative Mike Quigley (D-IL) today introduced identical resolutions in both the Senate and House of Representatives expressing sympathy to the people of Poland over the death of President Lech Kaczynski and 95 others who were killed in a plane crash.

"Our thoughts, prayers, and support are with all those mourning this overwhelming tragedy."

"At a time of panic and mistrust, Ryan White humanized the AIDS virus and changed the history of the United States."

Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (D-IL) joined U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Ron Kirk for a discussion and tour of Navistar's Melrose Park engine plant. Navistar is one of the world's leading truck and engine manufacturers.