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April 26, 2017

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Robin Kelly, Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Health Braintrust, released this statement regarding the MacArthur Amendment; which exempts Members of Congress from the repeal of the Affordable Care Act, also called ObamaCare:

Issues:Health Care
April 21, 2017

Matteson, IL – This district work period, Congresswoman Robin Kelly hosted multiple events focused on creating jobs and empowering workers with the skills employers need. She also announced the introduction of three jobs bills to spur growth, create good-paying jobs and train workers for the careers of the 21st century.

April 19, 2017

CHICAGO, IL— U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) appeared together at Olive-Harvey College in Chicago today to highlight their legislation to close the "skills gap" by better preparing students for careers in high-demand industries like manufacturing, healthcare, clean energy and information technology.

April 18, 2017

CHICAGO – U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (D-IL-02) and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today unveiled two pieces of legislation they will introduce when Congress is back in session next week to expand and increase access to employment opportunities for at-risk youth.

April 6, 2017

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL), ranking member of the Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Information Technology, and Congressman Jim Himes (D-CT), ranking member of the Intelligence Subcommittee on the NSA and Cybersecurity, wrote to U.S.

April 4, 2017

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Robin Kelly spoke on the House Floor demanding accountability and action from Congress in investigating President Trump's ties to Russia and Vladimir Putin:

"Mr. Speaker, it pains me to come to this Chamber this morning to say that nothing was done as our democracy came under attack.

April 3, 2017

More than 300 young people from Chicagoland attended Congresswoman Robin Kelly's 4th annual Youth Job and Resource Expo on Saturday at Thornwood Township High School in Harvey.

March 16, 2017

Washington, DC (Mar. 16, 2017)—Today, Reps. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY), Elijah E.

Issues:Gun Violence
March 13, 2017

Matteson, IL – Congresswoman Robin Kelly released this statement remembering Carolyn Rush:

"I'm deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Carolyn Rush. She was a strong woman who loved her family and this great city.

March 13, 2017

Today, Congresswoman Robin Kelly, Ranking Member of the Oversight Committee's IT Subcommittee, unveiled a successful joint endeavor to bring WiFi connectivity to Pembroke Township and Hopkins Park. She made the announcement alongside a coalition of local business and community leaders. This marks the first time Pembroke Township will be connected to high-speed wireless Internet service.