Robin L. Kelly
U.S. Representative · IL-2 · Democrat
Statements and posts
143 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 143 statements
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CONGRESSWOMAN ROBIN KELLY CONGRATULATES ILLINOIS CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION ON ELECTION VICTORIES
Congratulated Illinois Congressional Delegation members on their election and reelection victories.
“I send heartfelt congratulations to each member of our Illinois Congressional Delegation on their election and reelection victories.”
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CONGRESSWOMAN ROBIN KELLY CONDEMNS UNPRECEDENTED FEDERAL RAID ON CONGRESSWOMAN ILHAN OMAR’S HOME
Condemned Trump administration's federal raid on Rep. Ilhan Omar's home as authoritarian political retribution.
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Rep. Kelly and Rep. Latimer Introduce Food Access in Community Health Centers Act of 2026
Introduced bill to expand partnerships between community health centers and food assistance programs.
“What makes us sick, or keeps us well, starts long before we ever walk into a doctor's office. Over 40 million Americans have limited access to affordable groceries, and the Big, Ugly Law has now gutted SNAP and Medicaid on top of that. Community health centers and emergency feeding operations are already stepping up.”
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Joined letter to National Archives urging halt to relocation of Chicago regional facility.
“This hasty, ill-conceived move would have profoundly harmful consequences. It could restrict access to vital records, including for federal agencies that routinely access them to carry out their mission.”
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53 Members of Congress Demand HHS and CMS Halt Medicaid Data Sharing with ICE
Led 53 members demanding HHS and CMS halt Medicaid data sharing with ICE.
“The role of HHS should be to protect the health of all those living in this country and provide essential human services, not to be a watchdog for DHS or act as immigration enforcement”
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my gratitude to the linemen and -women and utility crews in my district who tirelessly worked to restore power following the severe storms in late July and early August. Towns in my district lost thousands of trees. To our contractors and skilled tradespeople…
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Giving Voice to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Principles
Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague, Congressman Jackson, my next-door neighbor for yielding. Mr. Speaker, since day one, this President and his administration have waged war on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Let's be clear: DEI means all of us. Diversity strengthens our communities, our economy,…
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Rep. Kelly urges Governor Pritzker to issue disaster proclamation, unlock FEMA aid for Southland
Urged Governor Pritzker to issue disaster proclamation to unlock FEMA aid for storm-damaged communities.
“Families across the Southland are hurting, and they need help fast”
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Rep. Kelly awards $850,000 to City of Paxton for Market Street streetscape improvements
Secured $850,000 in federal funding for Paxton downtown streetscape improvements.
“I am proud to have brought home $850,000 to continue the revitalization of Market Street”
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly Announces Staff Promotions
Announced staff promotions of Brandon DiFulvio and Kevin Kiser.
“I am honored to take on the role of Communications Director for Congresswoman Kelly”
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Reps. Kelly, Simpson Celebrate House Passage of Bipartisan Action for Dental Health Act
Celebrated House passage of bipartisan bill expanding dental health access to underserved communities.
“Oral health care is a critical part of our overall health, and preventative dental care can reduce costs for families and improve overall well-being”
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Rep. Kelly to attend Obama Presidential Center Grand Opening in her district
Attended Obama Presidential Center grand opening; secured $1.2 million for Jackson Park.
“After years of anticipation and planning, I’m thrilled to attend the opening of the Obama Presidential Center right here in the Second District. The Obamas have never forgotten their roots in the South Side of the Chicago, and the Center will help spur even more growth, opportunity, and hope”
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Rep. Kelly votes no on Republican reconciliation bill funding ICE by $70 billion
Opposed $70 billion in ICE and CBP funding in Republican reconciliation bill.
“Hardworking families are already struggling to afford gas, groceries, utilities, and housing. Instead of lowering costs, this Trump administration would rather separate families, illegally detain people in inhumane conditions, and divide our country.”
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Introduced Wear Orange Resolution designating June 5 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
“I ran for office because I was sick and tired of watching Congress do nothing as children were killed by gun violence. Hadiya should’ve been safe at a park, but she was shot just months before I was sworn into office for the first time”
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Rep. Kelly’s SAFE Exit Act passes committee
SAFE Exit Act passed Energy and Commerce Committee to establish federal safety standards for electric vehicle doors.
“I’m thrilled that my SAFE Exit Act passed with bipartisan support, as safety should never be a partisan issue”
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Rep. Kelly’s bipartisan Action for Dental Health Act passes committee
Action for Dental Health Act passed Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously to reauthorize dental workforce and oral health programs.
“Everyone deserves access to affordable dental healthcare, no matter where they live”
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Rep. Kelly Calls for Rep. Kiggans to Resign
Called for Rep. Kiggans to resign over racist comments and false statements.
“I also believe Rep. Kiggans needs to step down as my co-chair of the Bipartisan Maternity Care Caucus. This caucus was meant to improve maternal health outcomes for all women, especially Black women who face higher disparities before, during, and after pregnancy.”
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Rep. Kelly condemns FDA approval of flavored e-cigarettes
Condemned FDA approval of flavored e-cigarettes as targeting Black youth.
“Just days after President Trump complained that flavored e-cigarettes were not approved by the FDA, Commissioner Marty Makary caved. In one sweeping cowardly decision, the FDA sided with the President over the health of Americans, especially Black children.”
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Rep. Kelly votes no on Farm Bill that cuts food security, hurts farmers
Voted against Republican Farm Bill that cuts SNAP funding; successfully amended bill for agricultural technology.
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Introduced bill to increase broadband access for low-income urban and rural Americans via FCC grants.
“Families are facing higher costs for gas, groceries, rent, and basic necessities. The Lifeline program can alleviate some of the burden and cover internet costs for families”
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Kelly confronted HHS Secretary Kennedy about Medicaid cuts and Black maternal health disparities.
“Your attacks on minority health, women’s health, LGBTQ+ health, and basic preventative medicine through illegal funding freezes and mass firing will lead to decades of consequences for all Americans. You have failed at your job and failed the American people.”
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Rep. Kelly votes yes on War Powers Resolution, condemns President Trump’s ongoing, costly war
Voted for War Powers Resolution to end Trump's Iran war; criticized cost and lack of strategy.
“President Trump entered a war against Iran with no strategy, no exit plan and no clear objectives. Now, he’s scrambling to justify his war of choice—even lashing out at the Pope—because he knows a vast majority of Americans disapprove”
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Rep. Kelly gathers health leaders during Black Maternal Health Week to push close health disparities
Gathered health leaders during Black Maternal Health Week to address healthcare disparities.
“I brought the issue of maternal mortality to Congress nearly a decade ago because nobody was doing anything to save the lives of Black women”
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Rep. Kelly condemns House Republicans’ 60-day DHS funding bill
Condemned House Republicans' 60-day DHS stopgap bill as insufficient and dead on arrival.
“Speaker Johnson and House Republicans would rather pass a 60-day band-aid—which is dead on arrival in the Senate—and prolong this DHS shutdown as TSA workers go unpaid for over 40 days”
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Rep. Kelly votes no on DHS funding
Voted against DHS funding bill and criticized Trump's immigration enforcement policies.
“For the third time, Speaker Johnson has prolonged a Department of Homeland Security shutdown instead of meeting with Democrats to pass a funding bill that would pay TSA and FEMA.”
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