Quigley Statement on Environmental Review Announcement for Amtrak Relocation

Praised Federal Railroad Administration's decision to conduct environmental assessment of Amtrak facility relocation.

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Quigley, Kelly, Tillis, Slotkin, Fitzpatrick, Kaptur, Costa, and Panetta Urge Pentagon to Restore and Expand Starshield Access for Ukraine

Urged Pentagon to restore and expand Starshield satellite access for Ukraine.

“Ukrainian forces depend on these services for command and control, intelligence sharing, battlefield communications, and the operation of unmanned systems”

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Quigley Statement on Second Suspicious Package to Congressional Office

Reported second suspicious package received at Chicago office; called for condemnation of political violence.

“This afternoon my Chicago office received a second suspicious package in the mail. We notified the Chicago Police Department and U.S. Capitol Police and are assisting in the investigation.”

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Quigley, Costa Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen U.S. Defense Innovation Through Partnership with Ukraine

Introduced bipartisan bill authorizing Defense Innovation Unit to evaluate and invest in Ukrainian defense technologies.

“When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the entire world expected Kyiv to fall within days. Instead, the strength, resilience, and innovation of Ukrainians and the Ukrainian military have kept the capital free for over four years.”

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Quigley's Bill Reauthorizing the ACT for ALS Passes the Senate

Senate passed bill reauthorizing ALS research and treatment access programs.

“Since 2021, the ACT for ALS has helped thousands of Americans access the promising treatments and research they need”

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Honoring the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans of Illinois

Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Vietnam and Korean War veterans who traveled to Washington, D.C., on September 23, 2026, with Honor Flight Chicago, a program that provides WWII, Vietnam, and Korean War veterans the opportunity to visit their memorials on The National Mall in Washington, D.C. These…

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Recognizing Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in his 70th year and honor his 45 years of humanitarian and spiritual service through the Art of Living Foundation to communities around the world. Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar was born on May 13, 1956, in Papanasam, Tamil Nadu.…

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Recognizing October 10, 2026, as National Independent Costume Store Day

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Saturday, October 10, 2026, as the inaugural National Independent Costume Store Day. Created by the National Costumers Association to celebrate independent costume stores across the country, this day recognizes the pivotal role these stores play in our…

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Quigley Accepts Ukrainian Order of Merit from President Zelenskyy

Received Ukrainian Order of Merit from President Zelenskyy for supporting Ukraine.

“a significant personal contribution to strengthening interstate cooperation, supporting the state sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, charitable activities, and popularizing the Ukrainian state in the world.”

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Quigley Statement on Russia Sanctions Bill

Voted for bipartisan Russia sanctions bill to pressure Russia toward peace agreement with Ukraine.

“I supported this bill to further those aims and bring us closer to the end of Russia’s war. This was an important first step, but what Ukraine needs now is more than just symbolic support. They need weapons and economic support, and Trump needs to put the full support of the United States government behind Ukraine.”

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Honoring the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans of Illinois

Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Vietnam and Korean War veterans who traveled to Washington, D.C. on August 26, 2026, with Honor Flight Chicago, a program that provides WWII, Vietnam, and Korean War veterans the opportunity to visit their memorials on The National Mall in Washington, D.C. These…

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Quigley Attends Child Deportation Hearings, Calls for End to Cruel Trump Immigration Practices

Observed child deportation hearings and criticized Trump administration immigration enforcement practices.

“The children I saw today are being put through hell. The Trump administration isn’t going after ‘the worst of the worst.’ They’re deporting kids.”

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Quigley, Durbin, Duckworth, Davis Announce More than $696 Million for Amtrak Upgrades in Chicago

Announced $696.25 million in federal funding for Amtrak rail projects in Chicago.

“Safe, affordable, and accessible rail travel is critical to the success of Chicago and the Illinois region. This grant will make improvements and repairs that will modernize passenger rail service in our area for the millions of people who utilize these services.”

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Quigley, Fitzpatrick Lead Bipartisan Effort to Stop Trump Rollback of Endangered Species Protections

Introduced bipartisan bill to nullify Trump administration's weakening of Endangered Species Act protections.

“I’m proud to join Congressman Fitzpatrick in leading the bipartisan Safeguarding Endangered Species Act. This essential legislation will reverse the Trump administration’s recent rule eliminating habitat protections outlined in the 1975 Endangered Species Act”

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Quigley, Calvert Legislation To Reauthorize ALS Research Funding Program Passes the House

Passed bipartisan legislation to reauthorize ALS research funding and treatment access programs.

“Over the past five years, the programs created by the ACT for ALS have helped thousands of people living with ALS and other rare neurodegenerative diseases access promising treatments and research.”

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Ukraine Caucus Introduces Bipartisan Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act to Increase Security Cooperation and Strengthen Defense Capabilities Between the United States and Ukraine

Introduced bipartisan bill to increase U.S.-Ukraine security cooperation on unmanned systems.

“The United States is a key force in keeping Vladimir Putin from taking Ukraine and invading the rest of Eastern Europe. Ukraine has been able to fend off Russian attacks during this war because of our technology and our weapons”

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Quigley Statement on Cross Burning in Grant Park

Condemned a cross burning in Grant Park as a racist act of violence.

“Ten days before Juneteenth, and in the hometown of Emmett Till, someone burned a cross. This is a despicable act of violence. The long history of using cross burnings to terrorize Black Americans is part of the darkest periods in our nation.”

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Quigley Decries House Republicans Wasting Taxpayer Money on CPS Hearing

Criticized House Republicans for wasting taxpayer money on CPS hearing.

“Dr. Macquline King is a dedicated educator who has spent more than 30 years serving Chicago’s students. Issuing a subpoena and dragging her to Washington for this farce of a hearing does not improve public education. It does not put more books in classrooms or fund more after-school programs.”

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Quigley Calls for Interim U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois Andrew Boutros to Resign

Called for Interim U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros to resign over misconduct and rule of law violations.

“Andrew Boutros must resign. His time as Interim AG has been an unmitigated disaster, marred by misconduct and blatant attempts to subvert the rule of law to please Trump. There must be a non-partisan, transparent process to replace him. Chicagoans deserve a justice system they can trust.”

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Quigley, Durbin, Duckworth Reintroduce Bicameral Legislation to Map Urban Flooding & Help FEMA Better Assess Risks

Reintroduced bicameral bill to establish FEMA pilot program for urban flood mapping and risk assessment.

“In communities across the country, including Chicagoland, urban flooding has a unique ability to wreak havoc in our communities, leaving Americans feeling helpless in the aftermath. Flooding can cause extensive property damage and impose a massive financial burden on homeowners.”

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Ukraine Caucus Supports Ukraine Ceasefire, Calls on Russia to Demonstrate Good Faith

Called on Russia to demonstrate good faith in response to Ukraine's ceasefire proposal.

“The path to peace is open. The responsibility to take it rests with the Kremlin. And as one united front, we say clearly: America stands with the people of Ukraine.”

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Quigley Statement on U.S.-Israel Relations

Cosponsored bills conditioning military aid to Israel on civilian protection and ceasefire compliance.

“We can no longer write Israel—or any of our allies—a blank check. We must hold Netanyahu accountable to move toward a world where Israelis and Palestinians can coexist peacefully—and where antisemitism and Islamophobia are eliminated.”

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Quigley, Calvert Introduce Bill To Advance ALS Research and Keep Treatments Available

Introduced bill to reauthorize ALS research and treatment access programs.

“Every dollar put towards ACT for ALS programs has improved our understanding of ALS and allowed people living with ALS to access promising treatments. We made great progress during the first five years of these programs, but ALS remains a 100% fatal disease.”

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Quigley Calls for Trump's Removal Under 25th Amendment

Called for Trump's removal under 25th Amendment over Iran threat.

“Every day, Donald Trump commits acts unfit for the office of the President. This morning, he's reached a new level of unhinged—threatening to blow an entire country off the planet. These threats make America less safe and are driving us towards another Great Recession.”

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Quigley, Ciscomani Introduce Bill to Accelerate Housing Supply

Introduced bipartisan bill to fund affordable housing demonstration programs in 15 communities.

“Experts believe the United States needs more than 5 million homes to address our housing crisis. And Chicago is facing a shortage of more than 100,000 affordable homes.”

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