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December 11, 2012
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that Illinois’ ban on carrying a concealed weapon in public is unconstitutional.
Issues:Gun Violence Prevention
December 7, 2012
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) issued the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s decision to hear two cases dealing with the issue of same-sex marriage.
Issues:Equality
November 30, 2012
"The impact that independent and locally owned businesses have on our communities comes as no surprise. The lasting economic, social, and environmental outcomes are essential to the growth and sustainability of our neighborhoods. More than seven years ago, a non-profit organization named Local First Chicago was formed with one purpose in mind, to educate citizens, community groups, and policy makers about the positive impacts of choosing locally owned businesses. It is a network of locally owned, independent businesses, community organizations, and citizens that has grown to more than 3,000 local business owners," said Rep. Quigley "
November 29, 2012
"I rise today to highlight the exceptional work of an organization operating in my district called Pits for Patriots. This innovative program strives to save not just one life, but two. The Chicagoland organization currently trains rescued pit bulls to become service dogs for veterans in need. In addition to helping our countrys patriots, the program is committed to educating the public about the loyalty, devotion, and commitment of the pit bull breed," said Rep. Quigley. '
November 29, 2012
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) was elected by members of the Democratic Caucus to the leadership position of Regional Whip, just three years after first being elected to Congress.
November 14, 2012
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) was inducted into membership of the New Democrat Coalition, becoming the only currently seated Illinois representative to join the congressional organization.
November 14, 2012
"An estimated 50,000 people die every year as a result of seizures. Some of those victims are youngsters like Danny Stanton. Chicagoans Mike and Mariann Stanton founded the Danny Did Foundation after their four-year old son Danny died from a seizure while he was sleeping. The Foundation is dedicated to preventing deaths caused by seizures and raising epilepsy awareness among the public and medical community," said Rep. Quigley. "
October 24, 2012
In order to continue providing you with useful constituent services, I want to make you aware of several upcoming district events for seniors.
October 22, 2012
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) announced that the Military Commercial Driver’s License Act of 2012, which he introduced last month with Representatives Larry Bucshon (R-IN) and John Carney (D-DE), was signed into law by President Barack Obama.
October 11, 2012
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) reiterated support for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community and National Coming Out Day by participating in the NOH8 Campaign, which promotes equality through education, advocacy, and visual protest.
Issues:Equality