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March 26, 2014
"When something seems too good to be true, it usually is. The Keystone XL Pipeline sets false expectations about gas prices and job growth. But the truth is it will only accelerate climate change, harm our environment and jeopardize the health of our communities."
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March 26, 2014
U.S. Representatives Darrell Issa (R-CA) and Mike Quigley (D-IL) hosted a Congressional Transparency Caucus briefing on the need to promote open government data to enhance government transparency and fuel economic growth and job creation.
March 26, 2014
The EPA and Army Corps of Engineers proposed a new rule to protect the waters of the United States.
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March 20, 2014
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) announced the launch of the House Student App Challenge, the first annual Congressional science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) academic competition for high school students in the 5th Congressional District. Designed to promote innovation and engagement in the STEM education fields, this competition is a nationwide event that invites students to create and exhibit their software application, or “app,” for mobile, tablet or computer devices on a platform of their choice.
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Education
March 14, 2014
U.S. Representatives Mike Quigley (IL-05) led a letter with 26 of his colleagues urging Secretary of State John Kerry to oppose the harmful Keystone XL pipeline, arguing that approval of the pipeline would be extremely detrimental to the environment.
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March 14, 2014
The Transparency in Government Act would bring greater openness to the federal government through a number of pioneering proposals that harness 21st century technology and address critical gaps in each of the three branches.
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Government Transparency
March 13, 2014
"The public's trust in government has reached historic lows, causing many Americans to simply give up on Washington. But the mission of government matters, and we can't lead in the face of this deficit of trust. The Transparency in Government Act shines a light on every branch of the federal government, strengthening our democracy and promoting an efficient, effective and open government."
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Government Transparency
March 13, 2014
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) introduced the Transparency in Government Act (TGA), a wide-ranging good government reform bill that will bring unprecedented access and accountability to the federal government.
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Government Transparency
March 6, 2014
Three local Democratic members of Congress, Jan Schakowsky, Mike Quigley and Robin Kelly, have signed a letter asking for a federal investigation into how petcoke – also known as petroleum coke – is handled and what its health effects are.
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March 6, 2014
Growing up during the Cold War, I remember the seemingly imminent threat of nuclear war. In primary school we were taught to "duck-and-cover" for protection.
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Defense and Foreign Affairs