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Washington, DC (October 1, 2013) — Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on the opening of the Get Covered Illinois Marketplace under Obamacare:

"Today is an historic day in this country. Despite a Republican-led government shutdown, Illinoisans are celebrating the opening of Get Covered Illinois, one of our nation's new Health Insurance Marketplaces that will provide affordable health insurance options to millions of Americans across the country.

Washington, DC (October 1, 2013) — Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on the government shutdown:

"Tonight, House Republicans voted to shut down the U.S. government, insisting on their partisan push to derail Obamacare.

"Tomorrow, Americans all across the country will feel the effects. National parks will be closed. Medical research grants won't be made. People trying to sign up for veterans benefits, Medicare and Social Security will face delays. Law enforcement efforts will be hampered.

Washington, DC (September 27, 2013) — Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on the UN's climate change report which concludes that the rise in global temperatures is the result of human activity:

Washington, DC (September 24, 2013) — Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on today's announcement that Illinois health plan rates will be 25% lower than expected:

Washington, DC (September 20, 2013) — Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on the Continuing Resolution and defunding Obamacare:

Washington, DC (September 20, 2013) — Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on the proposed EPA standards for carbon emissions from new power plants:

Washington, DC (September 20, 2013) — Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on the shooting that happened in Chicago:

"Last night, innocent men, women and children were shot at Back of the Yards in Chicago. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families and the community. The shooting left 13 injured, including a 3 year-old boy who is in critical condition at a hospital.

Washington, DC — Legislation introduced in both the U.S. Senate and U.S. House today would provide consumers with increased freedom in their banking decisions and protect consumers against unfair fees and bank practices that can create obstacles to switching banks. The legislation was offered by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA).