Press Releases
“I am very proud to join in celebrating the 70th anniversary of Israel’s Independence, Yom Ha’atzmaut – a celebration that represents the fulfillment of a centuries-long dream of the Jewish people.
“Israel was founded as a homeland and refuge for the Jewish people in the wake of one of history’s most haunting chapters. For seventy years it has been a beacon of hope and inspiration for the Jewish people. As we face a renewed threat of anti-Semitism at home and around the globe, the importance of Israel as a nation and a symbol endures.
Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on Tax Day 2018 and the effects of the GOP Tax Scam:
Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and Congressman Bobby L. Rush, members of the Energy and Commerce Committee’s Health Subcommittee, led all Illinois Democrats in the House of Representatives on a letter asking Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner to work with them to lower health care costs and expand health care access across the state.
“Today, on Yom HaShoah, Jews in Israel and around the world pause to remember the 6 million Jewish lives lost in the Holocaust. As the Representative of Illinois’ 9th District, I know the importance of this day, as our district is home to one of the largest groups of Holocaust survivors in the country and the Illinois Holocaust Museum.
Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky issued the following statement to mark Equal Pay Day and bring attention to the stark gender pay gap that exists in the United States today. Equal Pay Day marks the date on which the average woman finally earns the same yearly salary as her male counterpart:
Today, Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection (DCCP) Ranking Member Rep. Jan Schakowsky (IL) and Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Rep.
Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky released the following statement after voting “No” on the FY 2018 Consolidated Appropriations Act, known as the omnibus, which funds the government through September 30, 2018:
“The omnibus bill passed by the House earlier today includes many hard-won Democratic priorities, but it leaves major issues unresolved.
Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on the passing of Representative Louise Slaughter:
“I am incredibly saddened to hear about the passing of Louise Slaughter – a dear friend, exemplary public servant, inspiring leader, and champion for women’s rights. My thoughts today are with Louise’s three daughters, her grandchildren, and her great-grandchild.
Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, a Chief Deputy Whip and Congressional Progressive Caucus Health Task Force Chair, spoke on the House floor to oppose H.R. 5247, a so called “right to try” bill that would create a dangerous backdoor around the Food and Drug Administration’s drug approval process, and which would strip away important safeguards in the name of helping patients.