Press Releases
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood's (IL-14) bipartisan legislation to ensure communities have the resources needed to protect themselves from domestic terrorism, mass shootings, and other forms of targeted violence passed the House of Representatives. The Safe Communities Act of 2020 (H.R.
WASHINGTON— Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) hosted a virtual town hall for Illinois students. During the event, Underwood shared an update on recent legislation passed in Congress to address the climate crisis, protect workers, and protect Illinois communities from gun violence. Underwood also discussed her work to help Illinois families, students, and communities through the coronavirus pandemic. Following her updates, the Congresswoman answered questions directly from students.
WASHINGTON—Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) was appointed by House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Bennie G.
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) announced support for bipartisan legislation to address heart disease in South Asians. The South Asia Heart Health Awareness and Research Act, led by Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Joe Wilson (SC-02), aims to raise awareness and investigate the alarming rate of heart disease in the South Asian community. Underwood is a new co-sponsor of the legislation.
WEST CHICAGO—Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) invites veterans from the 14th District of Illinois who served during the Vietnam War Period to be honored at an upcoming October Vietnam Veterans Pinning Ceremony. In 2008, the National Defense Authorization Act established the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration to thank and honor veterans of the Vietnam War, highlight their service, and pay tribute to their contributions. The pinning ceremony is part of an ongoing national effort to honor all Vietnam War period veterans who served from November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975.
WASHINGTON— Yesterday, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) supported the House passage of bipartisan legislation to protect pregnant workers. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (H.R. 2694) guarantees basic protections for pregnant workers by establishing a clear-cut right to reasonable accommodations, so they can continue working without jeopardizing their pregnancy.
WASHINGTON—Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) released the following statement on the death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
WASHINGTON— Yesterday, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) held a virtual discussion on safeguarding maternal health during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Underwood and Warren recently introduced the bicameral Maternal Health Pandemic Response Act to address the impacts of the pandemic on the United States' maternal health crisis. The legislation would improve data collection and research and make critical investments to mitigate pregnancy-related risks during the public health emergency.
WEST CHICAGO— Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) announced that the City of Joliet will receive a $20 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for the I-55 at IL 59 Access Projectin Joliet. This grant, which is funded by DOT's Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Transportation grants program, follows successful efforts by Underwood to increase funding for the BUILD grants program.
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood's (IL-14) legislation to address the veteran suicide crisis advanced in the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The Lethal Means Safety Training Act (H.R.