Press Releases
WASHINGTON— Yesterday, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14), announced that her proposals to reduce barriers to financial aid, increase transparency in the loan application process, and provide resources for underserved college students were included in the College Affordability Act—a legislative package that would lower the cost of college, increase the quality of higher education,
WEST CHICAGO— Today, Vice Chair Lauren Underwood (IL-14) discussed the importance of securing U.S. elections from foreign interference at the House Committee on Homeland Security Congressional field hearing in the 14th District of Illinois.
WASHINGTON— Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) released the following statement on the announcement today that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S.
Legislation would fill holes in existing medical standards and establishes a high-priority electronic health record system
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood’s (IL-14) legislation to address the humanitarian crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support. The U.S. Border Patrol Medical Screening and Standards Act (H.R.
The Counter Terrorist Network Act would strengthen U.S. border security and improve information sharing networks between intelligence agencies
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood’s (IL-14) bipartisan legislation to strengthen U.S. border security and improve information sharing networks between intelligence agencies passed the House of Representatives. The Counter Terrorist Network Act (H.R. 3526) authorizes U.S.
The Chronic Condition Copay Elimination Act would eliminate cost barriers to common life-saving medications and screenings
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) will introduce the Chronic Condition Copay Elimination Act, legislation that would eliminate out of pocket costs for common, life-saving prescription drugs, including insulin, used to manage chronic conditions.
WASHINGTON— Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) today released the below statement following a meeting with Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar on drug pricing.
Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Speaker Nancy Pelosi named House Democrats to serve on a conference committee of the House and Senate versions of the FY 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):
The ACE Veterans Act expands veterans’ access to contraceptives, includes an option for full-year supply
The Post-9/11 Veteran Suicide Prevention Counseling Act would improve suicide prevention for post-9/11 veterans