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Lauren Underwood had just started the master's program in public health at Johns Hopkins University when she met fellow student Shalon Irving, whose life and death would ultimately help shape the future congresswoman's career. "It was the first session, the first day, and Shalon was like, ‘Hey, girl.' She was really bubbly, really kind."
WASHINGTON— This week, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) supported the passage of the House Fiscal Year 2022 funding bills (H.R. 4373, H.R. 4502, H.R. 4346). The legislation makes significant investments in priorities that will help create jobs, get Americans back to work, and support families.
WASHINGTON– Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) and U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) introduced the Women's Retirement Protection Act of 2021 (WRPA), legislation to address the retirement gap and bolster women's financial security.
WEST CHICAGO— Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) announced northern Illinois families and businesses impacted by recent tornado and storm damage may apply for disaster loan assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Underwood urges Illinoisans to take action now to verify the status of current passports and apply early for new passports or renewals
WASHINGTON— Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) led members of the Illinois delegation in urging the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) to address the public health impacts of ethylene oxide (EtO) emissions in Lake County. In a letter to Rochelle P.
Underwood's priorities include improving water infrastructure, strengthening foster youth development, improving health care systems, and expanding access to higher education
Video: Underwood on Child Tax Credit impact on Illinois families
McHenry County College could receive $825,000 in federal dollars to expand its dual credit and dual degree program if legislation being considered in the U.S. House of Representatives moves forward.
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) announced that $1.5 million in federal investments for education, health care, and youth projects for the people of the 14th District of Illinois have advanced in the House of Representatives. This is the result of Rep.