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Lauren Underwood

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Lauren Ashley Underwood is an American politician and registered nurse serving as the U.S. Representative for Illinois's 14th congressional district since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, Underwood has focused on healthcare, education, and economic issues during her time in office. She is known for her advocacy on maternal health and has worked to address disparities in healthcare access and outcomes.

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Jun 26, 2024

First, we should all support sensible steps to reduce the government's greenhouse gas emissions. Electric vehicles have the potential to significantly improve Federal fleet efficiency and reduce vehicle operation and maintenance costs…

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Jun 26, 2024

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Florida will be postponed. Amendment No. 58 Offered by Mr. Tiffany The Acting CHAIR. It is…

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Jun 26, 2024

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Tennessee will be postponed. Amendment No. 46 Offered by Mr. Ogles The Acting CHAIR. It is…

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Jun 26, 2024

There is probably no agency in the Department that interacts with everyday Americans, our constituents, more than the Transportation Security Administration. TSA's interaction with the traveling public is one that should reinforce TSA's…

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Apr 19, 2024

During Roll Call Vote No. 142 on H. Res. 1160, I recorded my vote as Nay when I intended to vote YEA. Stated against:

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Apr 9, 2024

hope is not a solution, and it is certainly not a policy

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Apr 9, 2024

Hysterectomies are irreversible. Once it is done, a woman cannot have children.

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Apr 9, 2024

What specific steps is DHS taking to ensure that more fiscal year 2024 funds are directed to communities actually welcoming migrants?

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Apr 9, 2024

Many of us who are lucky enough to be born in the United States may never fully understand the journey that some new Americans have taken to get here.

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Apr 9, 2024

They are using vulnerable people the vast majority of whom are legally seeking asylum as pawns in their shameless and shameful political stunt.

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Apr 9, 2024

It seems contradictory for a State receiving such a large portion of the funding dedicated to sheltering and providing services for migrants and then to bus those migrants to other states as soon as they arrive.

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Apr 9, 2024

My hope is that the services provided by CBP will do more to keep people safe than to cause harm.

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Apr 9, 2024

The use of advanced imaging technology can result in certain passengers being referred for additional screening more frequently than others.

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Apr 9, 2024

the American message has always been clear. We are a nation that provides liberty and justice for all.

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Apr 9, 2024

TSA plays a critical role in protecting our nation's transportation systems and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce.

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Apr 9, 2024

Illinois desperately needs more federal support than we are getting.

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Apr 9, 2024

In addition to serving as local experts on critical infrastructure protection and helping our communities respond to threats, the PSAs can help expand access to federal resources by conducting security assessments that are required to…

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Jan 18, 2024

I stand in strong opposition to H.R. 6914, the reproductive misinformation in higher education act. Just days before the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, this legislation is the latest in extreme MAGA Republicans' assault on…

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Jan 18, 2024

I have a motion to recommit at the desk. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Clerk will report the motion to recommit. The Clerk read as follows: Ms. Underwood of Illinois moves to recommit the bill H.R. 6914 to the Committee on Education and the…

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Jan 18, 2024

For this reason, at the appropriate time, I will offer a motion to recommit this bill back to committee. If the House rules permitted, I would have offered the motion with an important amendment to this bill. The amendment would provide…

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Jan 11, 2024

I was unable to attend votes today. However, if I was present, I would have voted ``nay'' on the passage of S.J. Res. 38, rollcall No. 8. personal explanation

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Jul 19, 2023

I misvoted on the Langworthy No. 10 Amendment to H.R. 3935, rollcall No. 341. I voted NO but wanted and intended to vote ``aye.'' Amendment No. 27 Offered by Mr. Feenstra The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a…

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May 25, 2023

As a co-chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, I am so proud to hold the floor today with the united House Democratic Caucus. Let's be crystal clear: The only reason we are here right now is because Republicans are…

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Apr 17, 2023

Slashing Federal spending this severely back to fiscal year 2022 enacted levels would have unspeakably harmful consequences for each of our communities and for national readiness.

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Apr 17, 2023

Bold and deliberate policies are the only way that we will be able to combat the systemic inequality...

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