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Mike Quigley

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Mike Quigley is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Illinois's 5th congressional district since 2009. A member of the Democratic Party, Quigley has focused on issues such as environmental protection, healthcare, and government transparency. He has been an advocate for policies aimed at addressing climate change and has worked on initiatives to improve public health and safety in his district. Quigley has also served on various committees, contributing to discussions on national security and budgetary matters.

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May 11, 2022

That is why I worked with my colleagues to pass the Courthouse Ethics and Transparency Act and to introduce the Twenty-First Century Courts Act.

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May 11, 2022

From my years in the courtroom, I truly believe a well-functioning federal court system is a key pillar of our democracy and is fundamental to ensuring the constitutional rights of all Americans are protected.

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May 11, 2022

Killing Keystone Pipeline, shutting down oil and gas permits in the West, in Alaska, offshore, but more than that, and that is demonizing the oil and gas industry

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May 10, 2022

We want to make sure that we have the appropriate funding and staffing to support them.

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May 10, 2022

Thank you, Madam Chairwoman. Thanks to the Ranking Member and thank you so much for being here.

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May 9, 2022

HOPWA was the only housing program dedicated to the population, particularly for people living with HIV.

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May 9, 2022

I think, obviously, it is important--because we are talking about so much money--that the people feel confident that the decisions are being made in a transparent way.

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May 9, 2022

There are people who have reservations getting into transit systems that have not a lot of people on the train or the bus. They feel less secure.

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May 9, 2022

I am hoping that there is also communications with those in the technology side of this as the industry expands.

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Apr 6, 2022

This weekend, the world watched in horror as the retreat of Russian forces from the town of Bucha revealed the scope of the appalling war crimes committed by Vladimir Putin's military. Journalists and the Ukrainian military discovered mass…

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Apr 5, 2022

It is my hope, indeed, that the millions who have left the Ukraine shines a light on the problem worldwide.

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Apr 5, 2022

They want to know how to get Ukrainian refugees there. Let's start at the border in that regard.

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Mar 30, 2022

As we stand here on the House floor, Ukrainians are bravely defending their country against an illegal invasion by Russian forces ordered by Vladimir Putin. We have seen hospitals attacked and mothers and children crushed by the rubble. We…

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Mar 1, 2022

I have had the privilege of representing Ukrainian Village in Chicago for over 10 years. In that time, we have become friends. From my friends, I have learned about the beauty of Ukrainian history, culture, and the courage and strength of…

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Feb 14, 2022

Co-Sponsors of the Justice in Power Plant Permitting Act

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Jan 19, 2022

2 days ago our country took time to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and reflect on our ongoing effort to ensure racial equality in America. It is fitting then that today this body considers legislation to honor the life…

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Nov 4, 2021

Author and historian Timothy Snyder said in his book, ``On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century,'' that ``history does not repeat, but it does instruct.'' Indeed, we must constantly work to preserve our democratic…

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Oct 27, 2021

What makes sense is if you could submit to the committee the improvements that you deem necessary, where you are in the timeline to make those improvements, and when you expect those to be completed.

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Oct 27, 2021

If climate change poses a risk to national security, as the Pentagon and intelligence community again reminded us last week, shouldn't we view climate disinformation through the same lens as well?

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Oct 27, 2021

The Pentagon refers to climate change as 'threat multiplier,' and recent reports outline the emerging threat of climate change.

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Oct 27, 2021

I serve on the House Select Committee on Intelligence, and we are often briefed on climate change as a threat to our national security.

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Oct 14, 2021

If we could solve that two hours at the beginning and the issue that has been raised about the not being fully sorted, you wouldn't have to manage around it?

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Oct 14, 2021

The audit was done at the request of Congressman Mike Quigley.

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Oct 14, 2021

The notion of decreasing standards while increasing prices defies business logic, and it's really a disservice to the American people.

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Oct 14, 2021

The problems have existed on an ongoing basis, but I do think they've been made worse by the measures that the postmaster has put in place.

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