Statements and posts
18 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Called for congressional hearings after Navy disclosed eight attempted suicides in USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group.
“As the Member of Congress representing Naval Station Great Lakes in North Chicago, where every Navy recruit receives basic training, the health and well-being of our men and women in uniform is one of my highest priorities.”
USS Abraham Lincoln Sailor Suicide AttemptsMilitary Health CareAI-read
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Called for congressional hearings after Navy disclosed 8 attempted suicides by USS Abraham Lincoln sailors.
“As the Member of Congress representing Naval Station Great Lakes in North Chicago, where every Navy recruit receives basic training, the health and well-being of our men and women in uniform is one of my highest priorities.”
USS Abraham Lincoln Sailor Suicide AttemptsMilitary Health CareAI-read
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SCHNEIDER ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $5 MILLION RETURNED TO IL-10 CONSTITUENTS THROUGH CASEWORK
Announced $5 million returned to constituents through casework assistance with federal agencies.
“Representing the people of the 10th district is the greatest responsibility and highest honor of my professional life. Among the many aspects of this job that bring me pride is the work of my team helping constituents across the district.”
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Urged Secretary Rubio to preserve Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues as distinct office.
“Since its establishment in 1999, the Office of the Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues has been the only office in the federal government solely devoted to pursuing justice for Holocaust survivors and advocating on their behalf.”
International AffairsAI-read
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Voted for bill requiring data centers to pay for electricity to protect ratepayers.
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SCHNEIDER OPPOSES EFFORT TO GIVE TRUMP BROADER TARIFF AUTHORITY
Opposed Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, citing tariff authority concerns.
“I will always support Ukraine and the Ukrainian people’s fight against Russia’s illegal invasion. I have consistently called on Congress and the President to do more to help Ukraine.”
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Mentions H.Res. 155
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Joined bipartisan letter urging President Trump to grant disaster declaration for Illinois storm damage.
“We write in support of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker’s request for federal assistance for the State of Illinois to help eight Illinois counties recover from severe storm damage that occurred from August 11-16, 2026.”
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SCHNEIDER-LED HEALTH CARE BILLS ADVANCE IN HOUSE ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE
Advanced two bipartisan health care bills in House Energy and Commerce Committee.
“I have been a longtime advocate for a health care system that prioritizes effective, accessible care and ensures patients receive help from providers they know and trust, when and where they need it.”
HealthAI-read
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Joined 250+ lawmakers urging Supreme Court to block Trump's mail voting restrictions.
“Trump’s continued attacks on mail-in voting are un-American and anti-democratic. I’m glad to join a bipartisan group of over 250 current and former lawmakers to urge the Court to stand up for the right to vote and stand against any and all attacks that undermine this sacred right.”
Voting AccessAI-read
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Urged State and Treasury secretaries to protect West Bank economy from destabilization.
“The United States must confront and degrade terrorist organizations like Hamas and other Iran-backed actors that threaten U.S. interests and our allies, but we must not unnecessarily destabilize the West Bank in the process.”
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Led 70+ Democrats urging Navy to reject renaming USS Doris Miller carrier after President Trump.
“A strong Navy is built on the courage and valor of its sailors, both in times of conflict and peace.”
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Introduced bill to repeal Section 338 tariff authority and refund duties on Canada.
“Every American deserves a fair shot to get ahead, and Trump’s capricious and costly tariffs are making it exceedingly difficult to simply make ends meet.”
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Hosted roundtable and released report on cost-of-living crisis affecting Illinois families.
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Sent letter to Attorney General opposing mass immigration hearings with 185 people per docket.
“Through these hearings, the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) is intentionally overcrowding dockets with little notice to immigrants in an effort to manufacture significant numbers of removal orders and advance the Administration’s mass deportation campaign. Reports suggest…”
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Led 36 lawmakers urging Homeland Security to remove grant funding rules deterring religious organizations.
“American religious groups, and especially Jewish communities, have seen record increases in violent incidents and hate-filled threats.”
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Announced $7.95 million in federal funding for runway improvements at two Illinois airports.
“I’m glad to work alongside my colleagues and local leaders in Illinois to announce more than $3.8 million in federal funding to support noise mitigation around Chicago Executive Airport.”
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Led bipartisan effort urging Secretary Rubio to prioritize Great Sea Interconnector infrastructure project.
“The Eastern Mediterranean will play a vitally important role as a gateway to IMEC, and the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) is a key strategic infrastructure project central to the development of the corridor.”
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CONGRESSIONAL JEWISH CAUCUS STATEMENT ON ARSON ATTACK ON KOSHER RESTAURANT IN MONTREAL
The Congressional Jewish Caucus issued the below statement in response to an apparent arson attack on a kosher restaurant in Montreal.
“As antisemitism is increasingly normalized, violence and other attacks against Jews and Jewish institutions continue to escalate around the world. This is a moment of crisis that requires all people of good conscience to speak up and condemn hate.”