National Security
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Robin L. Kelly (IL-02), voted to pass the FY2022 National Defense Authorization Act, annual legislation specifying expenditures of the U.S. Department of Defense. The NDAA includes three of Rep. Kelly’s bipartisan amendments to establish a Transition Assistance Program for military spouses, to improve interagency communication, and to create a National Digital Reserve Corps.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Robin Kelly, member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, released this statement following House passage of Protecting Girls Access to Education Act (H.R. 2408):
"I'm extremely excited to have our bill approved by the U.S. House. Together, Congressman Steve Chabot and I were able to craft a common sense, bipartisan bill that helps ensure that every girl has an opportunity to go to school and learn, no matter her current circumstance.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly’s (IL-02) impeachment resolution against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has now reached 100 cosponsors in just seven days.
KANKAKEE, Ill – Today, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) announced Kankakee County, Illinois, will now receive additional federal resources for law enforcement to help crack down on illicit drug trafficking and address the overdose epidemic through the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Program.
Washington – Today, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) released the following statement marking one year after the terrorist attack by Hamas against Israel:
“One year ago, nearly 1,200 people were killed in a devastating terrorist attack by Hamas. I join Israel and the global Jewish community in mourning and honoring the innocent lives lost.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly (IL-02), released her 2021 Year in Review report, detailing her legislative accomplishments in Washington and services provided to her constituents in Illinois. |
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Robin Kelly, a member of the Oversight National Security subcommittee, released this statement on her intention to vote "Yes" on the War Powers Resolution related to Iran:
U.S. Representatives Robin Kelly (D-IL-02) and Tony Gonzales (R-TX-23) introduced legislation to form a National Digital Reserve Corps, a group of civilian individuals with relevant skills and credentials to address digital and cyber needs across the federal government.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly (D-IL), Vice Chair of the House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, led introduction of the Federal Firearm Licensee Act. Thislegislation would update sections in the U.S. |