News from Politicians - IL

Media Advisory: Biggert to Testify on Bill to Restrict Railway Mergers like CN-EJ&E

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert will testify on legislation that would protect the public’s interest in major railroad mergers. The hearing is being held by the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and will be available via a live webcast.

Biggert Looks to Improve VA Health Care: Calls for Increased Veterans Funding and Improvements at Local Facilities

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Hines, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) yesterday teamed up with area veterans to examine the care provided at Chicago-area Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facilities. . .

Biggert Showcases Local High-Tech Energy Innovations

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Naperville, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today held an energy forum in Naperville highlighting the latest technologies being developed at local research and development institutions. . .

Media Advisory: Biggert to Host High-Tech Energy Forum and Car Show in Naperville

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert will host a special High-Tech Energy Forum to highlight local research and development efforts aimed at lowering energy prices and reducing our dependence on foreign oil. . .

Public Schedule of U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert for Tuesday, September 2nd & Wednesday, September 3rd

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert will tour Cornerstone Services, a local housing facility that provides community-based support services to enhance independence among those living with disabilities. . .

Biggert, Business Leaders Work to Curb Illegal Immigration

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Downers Grove, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today joined local business leaders for an informational briefing on the Department of Homeland Security's electronic employment verification program called E-Verify. . .

TAXPAYER WATCHDOG GROUP RANKS ROSKAM #1 FOR FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY IN ILLINOIS DELEGATION

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Protecting our railways critical to Chicagoland security

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Media Advisory: Biggert to Join Downers Grove, Lisle, and Oak Brook Chambers of Commerce for Briefing on Employee Immigration Status Verification

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert will give opening remarks at a special informational briefing on the Department of Homeland Security's electronic employment verification program called E-Verify. . .

Schakowsky Statement on Passing of Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

LaHood announces $108,300 Grant for Granville Hennepin Fire Protection District

Ray LaHood's House Member Office (R-IL-18) posted a Press Release — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

210,000 ILLINOIS SENIORS AND VETERANS ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE STIMULUS CHECK YET TO FILE

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Statement on the Justice Department's Investigation into the September 16th Shooting

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert Urges Rejection of CN Request for Rush Approval

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Once again, CN is trying to pressure federal regulators into making rash decisions about the safety and quality of life of suburban residents. They’re asking the STB to make a mockery of the public comment process. That’s completely unfair to those who are being asked to pay the price so CN can add to their bottom line. . .

Biggert Recruits Teens to Bring Internet Safety into Local Schools : Area High School Seniors Learn to be the Teachers at Net Safety Workshop

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Westmont, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today held a workshop at Westmont High School to train high school seniors from across the 13th Congressional District on how to provide Internet safety instruction to younger children. . .

Schakowsky Statement on Toy Safety Bill Becoming Law

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Energy Independence - A question of will

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Media Advisory: Biggert to Train Local High School Seniors at Internet Safety Workshop

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert will host a workshop to train area high school seniors on how to provide Internet safety instruction to younger children. Once their training is complete, these students will be given opportunities to visit schools, libraries, and community centers to teach children how to stay safe while online. . .

Public Schedule of U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert for Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert will deliver remarks at the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce’s August Legislative Committee Meeting. . .

Biggert Advises Local Business Leaders on Going Green

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Orland Park, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today joined several energy experts to inform local business leaders about a variety of resources available to help small businesses dramatically reduce energy costs. . .

Media Advisory: Biggert to Join Tinley Park, Orland Park, & Homer Glen Chambers of Commerce for Energy Savings Forum

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert will give opening remarks at a special forum on energy hosted by the Tinley Park, Orland Park, and Homer Glen Chambers of Commerce.

Republicans keep pushing for energy vote

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Going To the Polls Does Not Mean You Have The Right To Vote

Jesse Jackson's House Member Office (D-IL-02) posted a Press Release — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert, Feds Promote Local Business Development

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Lemont, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today appeared alongside federal officials at a special forum in Lemont to inform local business leaders about government programs and resources available to help small businesses meet their unique challenges and expand operations. . .

Biggert, Illinois Members Hold Hearing on CN-EJ&E Deal

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Chicago, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today joined a bipartisan group of Illinois lawmakers at a field hearing to explore the transportation, economic, and community impacts of Canadian National’s (CN) proposed purchase of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Railway (EJ&E) line. . .

ROSKAM: IN CN’s EYES, WE ARE NOTHING MORE THAN SPEED-BUMPS ON THE WAY TO AN ENHANCED BOTTOM LINE

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Lawmakers: Transportation board 'ignoring' citizens

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Roskam's "Griswold" Family Vacation to Washington

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

WLS AM 890 "Don Wade & Roma Show"

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Congressman Peter Roskam joined Don Wade and Roma about the House Republicans going back to Washington D.C. to hold a special session to convince the House Democrats to vote on the drilling and energy issue. What will it take to get the House Democrats on the right side of this issue?

Statement By The Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Chairman Committee On Energy And Commerce Subcommittee On Commerce, Trade And Consumer Protection On Senate Vote On The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Ac

Bobby Rush's House Member Office (D-IL-01) posted a Press Release — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Chicago, IL. ---- “I am pleased that the Senate has done the right thing for America’s children by passing the conference report on the Rush-Pryor bill, H.R. 4040, the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act. I want to commend both the entire U.S. Senate on displaying such bipartisan unity and I want to specifically commend U.S. Senator Mark Pryor for his authorship of this landmark bill. “I also want to thank all of the Senate conferees, particularly the distinguished Chairman of the Conference Committee, Senator Daniel Inouye, for their bipartisan, bicameral cooperation.

Schakowsky Sends Letter to President Urging Him to Maintain All White House Records

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT

ROSKAM ENERGY EFFICIENCY WORK ON BIPARTISAN PANEL ADVANCES

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Biggert Praises Passage of Bill to Rein in Tuitions, Boost Student Aid: Higher Education Renewal will Increase Pell Grants, Perkins Loans, and Other Aid

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today applauded passage of a long-awaited, bipartisan overhaul of federal higher education and student aid laws. . .

Schakowsky Votes to Ensure Equal Pay for Equal Work

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Introduces the Consumer Energy Relief Act

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Introduces Legislation to Help Register College Students to Vote

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Sen. Stabenow and Rep. Schakowsky Introduce Health Care for Women Resolution

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert, Illinois Delegation Introduce Bill to Stop Railroad Abuses: New legislation would protect communities from undue harm in railway mergers

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today joined lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to introduce legislation protecting the public’s interest in major railroad mergers. . .

Media Advisory: Biggert to Join Lemont and Lockport Chambers for Forum to Promote Local Business & Jobs

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Report: EJ&E tracks won't have to share with STAR Line

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

ROSKAM & KIRK CALL ON BLAGOJEVICH TO END ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION OPEN DOOR POLICY IN IL

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Roskam visits Mexican border, holds 'Tele-Town Hall' meeting

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

ROSKAM JOINS BIPARTISAN EFFORT TO GIVE LOCAL COMMUNITIES GREATER SAY IN RAIL PROJECTS

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

House Approves Conference Report for Child Safety Bill

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

House Passes Schakowsky Resolution Honoring the Life of Irena Sendler

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Jackson Introduces Bill To Help Liberia Sow The SEEDS Of A Better And Brighter Future

Jesse Jackson's House Member Office (D-IL-02) posted a Press Release — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Lower Gas Prices, Energy Independence

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Roskam slams illegal immigration practices

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

ROSKAM: CONGRESS SHOULD NOT ADJOURN WITHOUT A VOTE TO LOWER GAS PRICES

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

That sinking feeling

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Report: Some crossings more dangerous under CN rail plan

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Is one federal agency trying to railroad local communities?

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Reaction of U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert to Release of EJ&E Study

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

“This impact statement is wholly inadequate. It identifies a range of consequences that this merger would have on our community, but dismisses far too many of them as insignificant. I think the Board has placed too small a price on the severe impact that this merger will have on the quality of life in our community. . .

ROSKAM STATEMENT ON DRAFT EIS FOR PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF EJ&E RAIL LINE

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

House Republicans Defeat a Bill to Release Oil from Strategic Petroleum Reserve

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

House Passes Bill to Reauthorize President's Emergency Plan for Aids Relief

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Reaction of U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert to House Passage of Latest Housing Plan

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today issued the following statement after the House passed a housing stimulus package, H.R. 3221, which includes increased funding for housing counseling, reforms of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), and modernization of the Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSE) Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac . . .

Jackson Backs Comprehensive Plan To Support Homeowners, Address Mortgage Crisis

Jesse Jackson's House Member Office (D-IL-02) posted a Press Release — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Backs Comprehensive Plan to Support Homeowners, Address Mortgage Crisis

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

ROSKAM ANNOUNCES $133K GRANT FOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION AT OAK BROOK LABORATORY

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Area leaders concerned over railway deal

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

ROSKAM STATEMENT ON ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT RAIDS IN CHICAGOLAND SUBURBS

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Democrat Recognizes Roskam's Leadership on Energy

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Video — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:53:00 CDT

Democratic Congressman Ed Perlmutter (CO-7) took to the House floor for a debate on energy policy where he commended Congressman Roskam for his leadership and foresight on advancing an "all of the above" energy strategy including the use of alternative energy sources.

Author: RoskamIL06
Keywords: Congressman Peter Roskam Gas Prices Energy Oil Fuel Ed Perlmutter Democrat Republican Alternative Wind Solar Nuclear
Added: July 17, 2008

Democrat Recognizes Roskam's Leadership on Energy

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Video — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:53:00 CDT

Author: RoskamIL06
Keywords: Congressman Peter Roskam Gas Prices Energy Oil Fuel Ed Perlmutter Democrat Republican Alternative Wind Solar Nuclear
Added: July 17, 2008

House Republicans Defeat a Bill to Increase Oil Production

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Congressmen trying to halt Canadian National expansion

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

House Unanimously Approves FY09 Intelligence Authorization Bill

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Statement on the Intelligence Bill

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

House Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Irena Sendler Resolution

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Congress Overrides President's Veto of the Medicare Improvement Act

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

REPRESENTATIVE PETER ROSKAM NAMED "HERO OF THE TAXPAYER"

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Responds to President's Veto Threat of the Medicare Improvement Act

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Rush To Launch National Effort To Develop A 'Can Do' Resolve To Address The Plague Of Gun Violence

Bobby Rush's House Member Office (D-IL-01) posted a Press Release — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Washington, D.C. This Friday, at a rooftop gathering in Washington, D.C., eight-term U. S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush is joining with ROOT, Inc., a non-profit activist organization, to launch a nationwide organizing campaign to provide federal resources to strengthen local community efforts to stem the unprecedented wave of gun-related violence that continues to plague our country. The event, to be held on the Rooftop of The Ellington in the nation’s capital, will assemble local and national business and community leaders to support Rush’s effort to enact the “Communities in Action Neighborhood Defense and Opportunity Act” (CAN DO), a grassroots-inspired piece of legislation that will provide law enforcement and intervention resources in a manner designed to reduce the killing. Rush’s CBC colleague, the Honorable Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes-Norton, will be a special guest speaker. “Today, through our collective sense of community — whether in urban enclaves like the one I represent on the South Side of Chicago or in quiet, rural, towns like Weleetka, Oklahoma where two young girls were recently killed by a random assailant — too many Americans are dying at the hands of a perpetrator armed with a gun,” said Rush.

Deal could be derailed

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

REPS. ROSKAM AND SHIMKUS: AMERICA CAN BE ENERGY INDEPENDENT IN 15 YEARS

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

GOP reps: Oil independence by 2023

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Biggert Highlights Local Green Building Efforts: Tours area homes and facilities incorporating the latest in green technology and design

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Plainfield, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today joined area leaders for a fact-finding tour of one local police station and several homes that have been designed and constructed using the latest in energy-saving, green technologies and techniques. . .

Media Advisory: Biggert to Tour Local Green Building Sites in Orland Park, Plainfield

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert, who recently founded the Congressional High Performance Buildings Caucus, will tour local facilities and homes that have incorporated cutting-edge green technology and design elements to reduce long-term energy consumption. . .

Schakowsky Statement on the Release of American Hostages in Colombia

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Responds to News that U.S. Will Lift Immunity for Private Security Contractors in Iraq

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert, Aurora Officials Evaluate EJ&E Impact

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Aurora, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13) today joined local officials for a tour of locations in Aurora that would be severely impacted by Canadian National Railway’s (CN) proposed acquisition of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Railway (EJ&E) line. . .

House calls could remedy health care

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Commuter rail bill proposed in bid to block EJ&E sale

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Roskam wants legislation to block CN rail purchase

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Media Advisory: Biggert to Tour EJ&E with Aurora Leaders

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

iggert will join Mayor Weisner and other local officials to tour locations in Aurora that would be most severely impacted by Canadian National Railway’s (CN) acquisition of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Railway (EJ&E) line. . .

Media Advisory: Biggert, Durbin, Foster to Speak at Fermi National Laboratory

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert will join Director Oddone, Deputy Secretary Kupfer, and fellow members of the Illinois Delegation for an ‘all hands’ staff meeting with the employees of Fermi National Laboratory followed by a brief press availability. During the meeting, Director Oddone is expected to announce the suspension of involuntary layoffs thanks to federal science funding secured by the Illinois Congressional Delegation and signed into law Monday. . .

ROSKAM MOVES TO DESIGNATE EJ&E RAIL LINE FOR SUBURB-TO-SUBURB MASS TRANSIT

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Remarks of U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert On Lowering Gas Prices for Americans Consumers

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Madam Speaker, I rise today because constituents in my district are sick and tired of paying record high gas prices while Congress does nothing to increase domestic energy production. . .

Reaction of U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert to Senate Passage of Supplemental Funding for Argonne, Fermi: Bill Heads to President’s Desk with Strong, Bipartisan Support

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today issued the following statement after the Senate passed a war spending supplemental that included $62.5 million for the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science, which funds activities at Argonne and Fermi National Laboratories. . .

Schakowsky Takes Action to Bring Down Gas Prices

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Jackson Seeks Assistance to Re-Open Harvey Parks

Jesse Jackson's House Member Office (D-IL-02) posted a Press Release — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

CONGRESS' LOGIC: MUST RAISE TAXES TO PROVIDE TAX RELIEF

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) Weekly E-Newsletter: June 24, 2008

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Havana, Mason City receive Federal Funding to assist with Economic Development

Ray LaHood's House Member Office (R-IL-18) posted a Press Release — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Water Service to be Extended in Rural Morgan and Scott Counties with over $2.25 Million in Federal Funding

Ray LaHood's House Member Office (R-IL-18) posted a Press Release — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

House Passes Bill to Prevent Cut in Reimbursements to Medicare Providers

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

House Passes the National Guard and Reservists Debt Relief Act

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Statement Against the FISA Amendments Act

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Media Advisory: Biggert, Kirk to Unveil ‘Apollo Energy Independence Act’

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert and Kirk will hold a press conference to announce the introduction of sweeping legislation that will accelerate the development and deployment of energy alternatives, promote the adoption of energy efficiency technologies, and reduce prices at the pump. . .

ROSKAM: AMERICA SAFER TODAY WITH EXTENSION OF FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE SURVEILLANCE ACT

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Reaction of U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert to House Passage of Funds for Science, Troops, Veterans, Flood Relief & the Jobless: Win for the Troops also a Win for Argonne, Fermi

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today issued the following statement after the House passed an emergency supplemental bill containing $62.5 million for the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science, which funds activities at Fermi and Argonne National Laboratories. . .

ROSKAM SUPPORTS PASSAGE OF VETERANS BENEFIT PACKAGE DEVOID OF TAX INCREASES

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Cook County Area Advocate to Testify On Biggert Disabled Housing Bill

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert and other members of the House Financial Services Housing and Community Opportunity Subcommittee will hear testimony from Tony Paulauski regarding a bill Biggert introduced, H.R. 5772, the Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2008. . .

ROSKAM CONTINUES PUSH TO REFORM FOOD IMPORT REGULATIONS

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

The Plainfield Sun, 6/17/08: Rail Gridlock on Plainfield's Mind

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

The Naperville Sun, 6/17/08: EJ&E traffic 'nightmare' predicted

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Ask Roskam: Social Security, Expanding Your Small Business, Mortgage Payments

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Responds to Supreme Court's Decision Not to Hear Appeal of Illinois Horse Slaughter Ban

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert Inspects EJ&E Line: Works with local officials to evaluate impact of potential railway merger

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Plainfield, IL – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13) today joined local officials for a tour of locations in Plainfield and Crest Hill that would be severely impacted by Canadian National Railway’s (CN) proposed acquisition of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Railway (EJ&E) line. . .

Media Advisory: Biggert to Tour EJ&E with Plainfield Leaders

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert will join Mayor Waldorf and other local officials to tour locations in Plainfield that would be most severely impacted by Canadian National Railway’s (CN) acquisition of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Railway (EJ&E) line. . .

Biggert Presses House Leaders on Science Funding: Sends Letter of Support for Energy R&D Funds in Emergency Supplemental

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13) today once again called on House leaders to include funding for critical energy-related science in the upcoming supplemental appropriations package. . .

ROSKAM DELIVERS HOUSE REPUBLICAN'S NATIONAL WEEKLY RADIO ADDRESS

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Responds to U.S. Supreme Court's Decision on the Treatment of Detainees at Guantanamo Bay

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

House Passes Bill to Extend Unemployment Benefits for 3.8 Million Americans

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Roskam: Alternative Fuels Needed for Airlines

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Video — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 23:27:06 CDT

Congressman Peter Roskam discusses his solutions to our energy needs, and the majority's unwillingness to bring relief to American families. Congressman Roskam offered an amendment to HR 6063, the NASA Authorization Act, that would have struck from the bill plans for a Deep Space Climate Observatory and instead would have created a research and development initiative for an alternative fuel for commercial aviation. The amendment directed the initiative to consider the need to reduce our reliance on foreign sources of energy, provide stability to the airline industry, and reduce emissions. Rather than hearing bipartisan solutions, the majority insisted on a partisan roster of amendments devoid of any solutions that will bring relief to the American people. Instead of pursuing solutions, the majority is still searching for a problem.

Author: RoskamIL06
Keywords: Congressman Peter Roskam Airlines Alternative Energy Gas Prices
Added: June 11, 2008

Roskam: Alternative Fuels Needed for Airlines

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Video — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 23:27:06 CDT

Congressman Peter Roskam discusses his solutions to our energy needs, and the disappointing lack of bipartisan efforts to bring relief to American families. Congressman Roskam offered an amendment to HR 6063, the NASA Authorization Act, that would have struck from the bill plans for a Deep Space Climate Observatory and instead would have created a research and development initiative for an alternative fuel for commercial aviation. The amendment directed the initiative to consider the need to reduce our reliance on foreign sources of energy, provide stability to the airline industry, and reduce emissions. This effort would have brought energy relief to US consumers and businesses by harnessing American innovation and directing it toward energy solutions for the aviation industry.

Author: RoskamIL06
Keywords: Congressman Peter Roskam Airlines Alternative Energy Gas Prices
Added: June 11, 2008

Roskam: Alternative Fuels Needed for Airlines

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Video — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 23:27:06 CDT

Author: RoskamIL06
Keywords: Congressman Peter Roskam Airlines Alternative Energy Gas Prices
Added: June 11, 2008

LaHood announces $300,000 Federal Grant to Combat Erosion in Tazewell's Farm Creek Watershed

Ray LaHood's House Member Office (R-IL-18) posted a Press Release — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Information about the Canadian National Railway’s (CN) proposed purchase of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Rail Line (EJ&E)

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

House Democrats Call for Investigation in the Bush Administration's Interrogation Techniques

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert Bill to Renew Homeless Youth Programs Passes House

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13) today secured House passage of legislation to expand outreach efforts for homeless and runaway kids. . .

U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) Weekly E-Newsletter: June 9, 2008

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Click here for information about the Canadian National Railway’s (CN) proposed purchase of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Rail Line (EJ&E)

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 17:33:57 CDT

Your congressman may be on a corner near you soon

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

House Approves Budget Conference Report

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

ROSKAM VOTES AGAINST LARGEST TAX INCREASE IN AMERICAN HISTORY

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Congress vs. lobbyists over tainted toys

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a News Article — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Playing Politics with Veteran Benefits

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Schakowsky Introduces Resolution to Honor Irena Sendler

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Fri, 30 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Roskam says his district's No. 1 concern is gas prices

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Biggert Introduces Internet Safety Education Bill

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Thu, 29 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Naperville, IL – Today at Naperville’s Nichols Public Library, U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13) announced the introduction of her new bill to ensure that children exploring the Internet are protected from online predators and other threats. . .

Schakowsky Announces the Winners of 2008 Congressional Arts Competition

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Thu, 29 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Residents meet with Roskam

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Media Advisory: Biggert to Unveil Cyber Safety Legislation

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Wed, 28 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

At a local library, U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13) will unveil her new bill to protect children online. Introduced with cosponsor Rep. Nick Lampson (D-TX-22), the Protecting Our Children Online Act will require that certain educational institutions that allow children to access the internet also provide them with basic instruction on how to avoid common online dangers. . .

Media Advisory: Biggert to Tour High-Tech Energy Facility

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 27 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13) will visit Packer Engineering’s Naperville, IL facility to learn more about several cutting-edge energy technologies developed or currently under development by the company. . .

CONGRESSMAN ROSKAM MEMORIAL DAY STATEMENT

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 CDT

The Naperville Sun, 5/25/08: Biggert's new law protects genetic test users

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Sun, 25 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

House Approves Schakowsky Amendments to Defense Authorization Bill

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Fri, 23 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

House Passes Schakowsky/Roskam Resolution Establishing Brain Tumor Awareness Month

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Fri, 23 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Roskam Fights for Alternative Energy Tax Credits

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Video — Wed, 21 May 2008 12:19:14 CDT

Roskam

Author: RoskamIL06
Keywords: Congressman Peter Roskam Alternative Energy GOP Gas Prices
Added: May 21, 2008

Roskam Leads Effort to Bring Bi-Fuels to Suburbs

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Video — Wed, 21 May 2008 12:19:14 CDT

Congressman Peter Roskam went to the House floor to protest being shut out of debate on HR 6049, an energy tax bill. Instead of embracing Mr. Roskam's common-sense solution to our energy challenges in transportation, the majority would not allow debate on any amendments. Congressman Roskam offered an amendment that would have provided states and local units of government the benefits of a tax credit for bi-fuel vehicles. The amendment represented a unique opportunity for governmental entities to move their vehicle fleets to alternative fuels, to realize environmental benefits and cost savings on fuel, and broaden the market for wider commercial application.

Author: RoskamIL06
Keywords: Congressman Peter Roskam Alternative Energy GOP Gas Prices
Added: May 21, 2008

Roskam Leads Effort to Bring Bi-Fuels to Suburbs

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Video — Wed, 21 May 2008 12:19:14 CDT

Author: RoskamIL06
Keywords: Congressman Peter Roskam Alternative Energy GOP Gas Prices
Added: May 21, 2008

Schakowsky Offers Two Contracting Amendments to Defense Authorization Bill

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Reaction of U.S. Representative Judy Biggert to Signing of Biggert-Slaughter Genetics Bill

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

This is a momentous occasion. After years of wrangling, we finally have a law on the books to protect Americans from genetic discrimination. . .

Schakowsky and Roskam Lead Effort to Observe National Brain Tumor Awareness Month

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 CDT

ROSKAM AND SCHAKOWSKY LEAD EFFORT TO OBSERVE NATIONAL BRAIN TUMOR AWARENESS MONTH

Peter Roskam's House Member Office (R-IL-06) posted a Press Release — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 CDT

Congressman Jackson And Alderman Jackson's Thoughts And Prayers Go Out To Senator Edward Kennedy

Jesse Jackson's House Member Office (D-IL-02) posted a Press Release — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert: Argonne has ‘Great Shot’ at Rare Isotope Project; Dept. of Energy Opens Bidding on New Accelerator Facility

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13) today applauded the release by the Department of Energy of a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for the long-awaited Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB). . .

Schakowsky Statement in Support of Brain Tumor Awareness Month

Jan Schakowsky's House Member Office (D-IL-09) posted a Press Release — Mon, 19 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Biggert Announces Winners of Congressional Art Contest

Judy Biggert's House Member Office (R-IL-13) posted a Press Release — Sun, 18 May 2008 01:00:00 CDT

Westmont, IL -- U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) today announced the selection of three works of art from 13th Congressional District high school students as the winning entries in the 2008 “An Artistic Discovery” Congressional Art Competition. . .