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May 3, 2011
"If we interpreted the Document in a static and literal way, we would find ourselves in a country we didnt recognize." "
May 3, 2011
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), along with Reps. Tim Walz (MN-1) and Gary Peters (MI-9), introduced legislation to eliminate taxpayer subsidies for yachts. The Ending Taxpayer Subsidies for Yachts Act will amend a tax provision that allows boat owners to write off their mortgage interest payments if they classify their boats as second homes.
Issues:
Government Transparency
May 2, 2011
"My thoughts are with the American families and those around the world who lost loved ones at the hands of this criminal." "
April 28, 2011
Discusses Tax Receipt, Federal Budget
April 28, 2011
This Saturday, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) will host a Housing Information Fair for constituents to answer questions and assist local families with housing issues including loan modifications, mortgage fraud, and the foreclosure process.
April 27, 2011
"I applaud the Administration's proposed guidance that would restore and protect our nations vulnerable wetlands, streams, and lakes."
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April 25, 2011
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) traded in his suit for scrubs and joined the staff at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center for an afternoon.
April 25, 2011
Today, while meeting with constituents across the 5th District, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) announced that his office has returned over $1 million to 5th District taxpayers who were owed Social Security checks, veterans benefits, tax refunds and other payments from the federal government.
April 22, 2011
Back home in Chicago to meet with constituents in the district, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) traded in his suit for scrubs and joined the staff at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center for an afternoon. Quigley worked in the hospital as part of his "Undercover Congressman" program.
April 20, 2011
On the 12th anniversary of the Columbine shooting tragedy, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) announced a bill to improve crime gun tracing and crack down on the illegal gun market.
Issues:
Gun Violence Prevention