Press Releases
Duckworth Responds to Dangerous, Outrageous Supreme Court Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade, Taking Away Constitutional Rights for Millions
[WASHINGTON, DC] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today issued the following statement after an ultra-conservative majority of the Supreme Court voted to overturn Roe v. Wade: "I am outraged and horrified-this outcome is a nightmare that robs women of their right to make their own choices about their healthcare and their bodies, and it paves the way for a nationwide abortion ban that Republicans have been seeking for decades. Millions of American families-including my own-have relied on … Continue Reading
June 23, 2022
In Light of White House Meeting with Big Oil CEOs, Duckworth Joins Colleagues in Urging Biden to Help Lower Gas Prices
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - After U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm met with oil executives today-and as the Biden Administration seeks new solutions to lower gas prices that have ballooned rapidly since Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine-U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) to urge the White House to focus on solutions to boost petroleum production output and bring down prices without … Continue Reading
June 23, 2022
Duckworth Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Gun Safety Package to Help Curb Gun Violence and Save Lives
[WASHINGTON, DC] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) issued the following statement after the Senate overwhelmingly passed the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, a bipartisan package of commonsense gun safety reforms to help curb our nation's gun violence epidemic: "After decades of inaction, I'm proud to have joined both Democrats and Republicans in finally breaking the log jam and passing this bipartisan gun safety package that will enhance background checks, help states implement red flag … Continue Reading
June 22, 2022
Duckworth, Hirono Lead Colleagues in Calling on TSA to Address Inconsistent Enforcement of Screening Processes for New Moms
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, and Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) led 12 of their colleagues in calling on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to address inconsistent implementation of the 3-1-1 Liquids Rule Exemption travel policy for breastmilk and formula at airport security checkpoints as well as ensure new moms and their infants can travel safely without fear of harassment. "In … Continue Reading
June 22, 2022
Duckworth-supported Bill to Reduce Prescription Drug Costs Passes Senate Committee
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), member of the U.S. Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation, issued the following statement after the bipartisan Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act passed out of committee by a vote of 19-9: "I was proud to join my colleagues on both sides of the aisle in supporting the passage of the bipartisan Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act out of committee. While there is still much work to be done to make drugs more … Continue Reading
June 22, 2022
Duckworth, Casey Introduce Bill to Help More Seniors and Disabled Americans Live Independent Lives
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), Chair of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, today introduced the Eleanor Smith Inclusive Home Design Act to help ensure all newly constructed single-family homes built with federal funding include at least one accessible (or "zero step") entrance, doorways wide enough for a wheelchair, one wheelchair accessible bathroom and light switches as well as thermostats at reachable heights from a … Continue Reading
June 22, 2022
Duckworth Statement on Bipartisan Proposal to Lower Cost of Insulin, Saving Lives and Money for Working Families
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today issued the following statement in response to the new bipartisan proposal-the Improving Needed Safeguards for Users of Lifesaving Insulin Now (INSULIN) Act-to lower the cost of insulin for working families: "Every time I hear from an Illinoisan who is facing the unbearable decision of either paying for their-or their child's-lifesaving prescription drugs or paying for rent, the same frustrating question comes to mind: how are we … Continue Reading
June 17, 2022
Duckworth Commemorates Juneteenth, Emphasizes Her Advocacy for America’s Working Families
[CHICAGO IL] - As our nation celebrates Juneteenth this weekend, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) released the following statement to commemorate the day, which became a federal holiday last year. The Senator emphasized the importance of policies that help and empower Black families and communities, and encouraged racial justice allies to not only learn and recognize our country's complex history, but also to push for a more just union for every American. "Black communities have long … Continue Reading
June 17, 2022
Duckworth Provisions to Support Troops, Improve Military Readiness, Reduce Reliance on Foreign Oil Included in Committee-Passed 2023 Defense Bill
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), who served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years and is chair of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) Subcommittee on Airland, highlighted several key priorities she authored and successfully included in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that passed the full committee on a widely bipartisan vote this week. The FY2023 NDAA, which is now set to be considered by the full U.S. … Continue Reading
June 17, 2022
Duckworth, Young Bill to Provide TSA PreCheck® to Disabled Veterans Passes Senate
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Todd Young (R-IN) to provide Veterans with disabilities Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Pre√® passed the Senate by unanimous consent. "Millions of Veterans have sacrificed a great deal in service to our nation and returned home with service-connected disabilities. For those of us who rely on prosthetics and wheelchairs for mobility, air travel and passing through airport … Continue Reading
June 17, 2022
Duckworth Provisions to Support Troops, Improve Military Readiness, Reduce Reliance on Foreign Oil Included in Committee-Passed 2023 Defense Bill
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), who served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years and is chair of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) Subcommittee on Airland, highlighted several key priorities she authored and successfully included in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that passed the full committee on a widely bipartisan vote this week. The FY2023 NDAA, which is now set to be considered by the full U.S. … Continue Reading
June 17, 2022
Duckworth Celebrates CREATE Argo Connection Rail Project Completion, Highlights Benefits for Helping Bring Down Costs for Illinoisans
[SUMMIT, IL] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today celebrated the Chicago Region Environmental and Transportation Efficiency (CREATE) Program Argo Connections (B9) Project completion, a new double-track connection and crossover at Archer Avenue and 63rd Street. This will allow for increased rail speed and flexibility to reduce delays, increase capacity and lead to faster and more reliable travel times-creating jobs, making our roads safer and easing supply chain delays that can cause … Continue Reading
June 16, 2022
Duckworth Applauds Passage of Bill to Expand Healthcare for Veterans, Provide Care for Toxic Exposure
[WASHINGTON, DC] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), combat Veteran and member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee, celebrated today's Senate passage of the SFC Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act, historic legislation that will overhaul the VA's processes for toxic-exposed Veterans to include presumptions for several illnesses associated with burn pits and Agent Orange exposures to help deliver long-overdue VA healthcare and benefits … Continue Reading
June 15, 2022
Duckworth Presses TSA Administrator for Improved Treatment of New Mothers & Americans with Disabilities
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - During her meeting with Transportation Security Administrator David Pekoske yesterday, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, pushed for improved treatment of new mothers and Americans with disabilities from employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Duckworth's concerns come after the troubling mistreatment of a breastfeeding mother at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) … Continue Reading
June 14, 2022
Duckworth, Durbin, Bustos Statement on Caterpillar Decision to Move Headquarters from Illinois
[WASHINGTON, D.C.]-U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Representative Cheri Bustos (D-IL-17) today released the following statement regarding Caterpillar's plans to move its headquarters from the Chicago area to Texas after nearly 100 years: "Caterpillar's surprise decision to move its headquarters from Illinois after nearly 100 years is extremely disappointing. While in terms of jobs impact for Illinois, this transition will only … Continue Reading
June 14, 2022
Duckworth Outlines NDAA Priorities, Focusing on Support for Our Troops, Improving Military Readiness and Enhancing Partnerships Abroad
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - As the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) begins its consideration of the FY23 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), who served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years and is chair of the SASC Subcommittee on Airland, highlighted her key priorities for inclusion in this year's NDAA by introducing a package of legislative proposals focused on supporting our troops, improving military readiness and enhancing … Continue Reading
June 14, 2022
Duckworth, Durbin Announce More Than $5 Million for Health Care Research in Illinois
[WASHINGTON, D.C.]-U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced $5,063,700 in U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) grants. The funding will go to research institutions throughout Illinois to invest in groundbreaking research, improved care, and efforts to treat illnesses and diseases. "By increasing support for biomedical research, we can help deliver real public health results for Illinois families," Duckworth said. "I … Continue Reading
June 14, 2022
Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nearly $8 Million for Cancer Prevention and Control Programs in Illinois
[WASHINGTON D.C.]-U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced nearly $7.791 million in Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) grants. The funding will go to three programs in Illinois that promote cancer prevention and reduce the incidence of cancer. "Far too many Americans have either gone through the horrible battle with cancer themselves or endured the heartbreak of watching a loved one go through cancer treatments," … Continue Reading
June 13, 2022
Duckworth Statement on Bipartisan Framework to Help Curb Gun Violence, Save Lives
[WASHINGTON, DC] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today issued the following statement after a group of bipartisan Senators unveiled a new framework to help curb our nation's gun violence epidemic: "This bipartisan framework represents a path forward to help reduce senseless gun violence in America and, ultimately, save lives. For Illinois, this framework would also help us crack down on two major problems that drive gun violence in our state: interstate firearms trafficking and … Continue Reading
June 13, 2022
Duckworth, Durbin Urge Illinois School Districts to Apply for EPA Clean School Bus Program
[WASHINGTON D.C.]-U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today sent a letter to more than 300 Illinois school district administrators to inform them that their districts are eligible to participate in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean School Bus Program (CSBP). The program, a $5 billion effort established under the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, aims to convert the nation's school bus fleets to low- and … Continue Reading
