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Bobby Rush

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Bobby Rush is a former U.S. Representative from Illinois, serving from January 5, 1993, to January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Rush was known for his advocacy on issues related to children's safety and consumer protection. He worked closely with colleagues to strengthen agencies responsible for safeguarding children and emphasized the need for legislative changes to ensure the safety of products available to families. Rush's tenure in Congress was marked by his commitment to social justice and community empowerment, reflecting his deep roots in the civil rights movement.

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Jan 13, 2020

This HVAC initiative is a triple win--for jobs, for consumers, and the environment.

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Jan 13, 2020

I want to congratulate Congressmen Tonko and Peters and Olson and Stefanik for putting this legislation together.

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Jan 8, 2020

I certainly thank the gentleman from Indiana for his candid remarks, and he also stands in the wonderful splendor of Mayor Hatcher's legacy and of his work and his commitment to public service. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from…

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Jan 8, 2020

As I close this significant moment in the annals of this Congress, let me just say to the family of Mayor Hatcher once again, as I reflect on my public career, as I reflect on all of us who are public officials who represent African…

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Jan 8, 2020

It is my distinct honor and privilege to come before the House this evening to celebrate the memory of a major trailblazer in our Nation, one who was a fierce crusader for justice and equality, an American who was a quiet man, with a quiet…

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Dec 10, 2019

I was unavoidably detained for rollcall No. 661. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on rollcall No. 661. Amendment No. 12 Offered by Mr. Crist The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote on the…

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Dec 4, 2019

It goes without saying that the love and respect that I have for my colleague from the Seventh Congressional District of Illinois, my good friend Congressman Danny K. Davis, a man who is such an inspiration to us all, a man who is…

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Dec 3, 2019

Black women appear to buy and use more personal care products, and fewer than 25 percent of products marketed to Black women are considered to be low in potentially hazardous ingredients, compared to about 40 percent of the items marketed…

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Dec 3, 2019

I want to thank you, Madam Chair, for holding this historic hearing.

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Dec 3, 2019

Dr. Mayne, I am concerned in the case of baby powder that African-American women and girls were targeted through free samples and promotional offers, which were handed out at churches, beauty salons and barbershops.

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Nov 19, 2019

Chicago has been called the epicenter of the dreaded asthma disease.

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Nov 15, 2019

I was unavoidably detained. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on rollcall No. 622. The Acting CHAIR (Mr. Kildee). There being no further amendments under the rule, the Committee rises. Accordingly, the Committee rose; and the…

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