Press Releases

10/7/2008
EMANUEL, FRANK CALL ON CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE TO ANALYZE PROPOSALS TO HELP KEEP AMERICANS IN THEIR HOMES - WASHINGTON, D.C.—In a letter to Congressional Budget Office Director Peter Orszag, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel and Financial Services Committee Chairman Barney Frank ...(more)

10/3/2008
Emanuel Calls Rescue Package “First Step” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL), released the following statement delivered on the House floor: “In the past week, we negotiated what the ...(more)

10/3/2008
Emanuel Provision to Close Down Offshore Deferred Compensation Included in Emergency Rescue Legislation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Emergency Economic Stabilization Act (H.R. 1424) that protects the taxpayer and helps Americans struggling ...(more)

10/3/2008
Emanuel Provision to Close Capital Gains Tax Gap Included in Emergency Economic Stabilization Package - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Emergency Economic Stabilization Act (H.R. 1424) that protects the taxpayer and helps Americans struggling ...(more)

10/3/2008
Emanuel Resolution on Olympics Passes House - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the U.S House of Representatives passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) congratulating the members of the United States ...(more)

10/3/2008
Emanuel Congratulates President for Signing Great Lakes Compact - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) congratulated President Bush for signing the House and Senate passed bipartisan Great Lakes--St. Lawrence River Basin Water ...(more)

10/2/2008
CLYBURN, EMANUEL STATEMENT ON PROPERTY TAX RELIEF PROVISION IN FINANCIAL RESCUE BILL - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn and House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel issued the following statement regarding a property tax relief provision ...(more)

9/29/2008
Jewish and Hispanic Members of Congress Pledge Commitment to Immigration ReformBeginning of Jewish New Year Signals Time to Redouble Efforts for Fair and Humane Immigration Policy - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, as the House of Representatives prepares to recess and turn its focus to the priorities of a new Congress, and Jews across ...(more)

9/23/2008
Emanuel, King Hail Passage of Elder Abuse Victims Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL) and Peter T. King (NY) issued the following statements hailing the passage of the Elder Abuse Victims ...(more)

9/23/2008
Emanuel Praises Passage of Great Lakes Compact - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) praised the passage of the bipartisan Great Lakes--St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact (S.J.Res.45).  Emanuel, who ...(more)

9/22/2008
EMANUEL STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT BUSH’S LACK OF LEADERSHIP, FINANCIAL CRISIS - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel issued the following statement regarding President Bush’s lack of leadership and the current financial crisis:“The current financial ...(more)

9/18/2008
Emanuel Fights to Clean Up Lakes: House Passes Great Lakes Reauthorization Legacy Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) praised the passage of the bipartisan Great Lakes Legacy Reauthorization Act of 2008. Emanuel, who has been ...(more)

9/17/2008
Emanuel Encourages Constituents Attend a Free Citizen Workshop - CHICAGO, IL—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) encourages all legal permanent residents interested in becoming citizens to attend a free citizenship workshop taking place at ...(more)

9/17/2008
Kildee, Emanuel, Kohl Announce Fast Track to College Act: Bill Puts High Schoolers on Path to College - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Dale E. Kildee (D-MI), Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) and Senator Herb Kohl (D-WI) introduced a bill to put students on a ...(more)

9/16/2008
Emanuel Provision Builds Infrastructure for Natural Gas Cars: House Passes Comprehensive Energy Bill - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Comprehensive American Energy Security & Consumer Protection Act (H.R. 6899).  The legislation will help increase ...(more)

9/15/2008
EMANUEL STATEMENT ON HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel issued the following statement celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month:“Today I join with my colleagues in Congress to commemorate ...(more)

9/15/2008
Emanuel Pledges to Fight for 5th District - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) issued the following statement in response to the flood damage from this weekend’s torrential rain in the Chicago ...(more)

9/10/2008
Emanuel, King Praise Senate Action on Elder Justice: Fight to Protect Elderly from Abuse, Exploitation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) and Peter T. King (R-NY) praised the Senate Finance Committee for unanimously passing the Elder Justice Act earlier ...(more)

9/5/2008
EMANUEL STATEMENT ON NEW UNEMPLOYMENT, FORECLOSURE NUMBERS - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel issued the following statement after new unemployment and home foreclosure data was released today:“More Americans are unemployed ...(more)

8/18/2008
Emanuel, Chicago-Area Universities Unveil First-In-the-Nation Plan to Utilize New GI Bill, Send Veterans to College - Chicago, IL—Representatives from Chicago-area universities today announced policies that will make it easier for veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to attend ...(more)

8/14/2008
Emanuel Calls on Spellings to Make it Easier for Families to Apply for Student Aid - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following letter encouraging Education Secretary Margaret Spellings to immediately implement legislation simplifying the federal student aid application ...(more)

8/1/2008
CONGRESS: BREAKING THE LOGJAM AND RESPONDING TO CRISIS - WASHINGTON, D.C.— After the Republican Congress failed to take action on a series of issues important to the American people, the New Direction Congress ...(more)

7/31/2008
STATEMENT ON NEW OIL COMPANY PROFIT REPORTS - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, ExxonMobil announced it earned $11.68 billion – the largest quarterly profit ever – and Shell announced it earned $11.55 billion in the ...(more)

7/30/2008
EMANUEL PLAN TO SIMPLIFY COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID FORM TO BE VOTED ON TOMORROW - WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, legislation to simplify the form that students and parents must fill out to receive college financial aid is on the brink ...(more)

7/28/2008
Emanuel, IRS Commissioner, Northwestern President, Business Leaders Outline Plan to Put More Money in the Pockets of Working Families. Nearly 95,000 Working Chicagoans Fail to Claim $211 Million in Tax Benefits Each Year - WASHINGTON, D.C.— IRS Commissioner Doug Shulman, Northwestern University President Henry S. Bienen, CVS Corporation’s Steve Wing and Myer Blank, the Executive Director of the ...(more)

7/28/2008
STATEMENT TO BUSH: "WE WILL BE FOREVER IN YOUR DEBT" - WASHINGTON, D.C.—After reports indicating that the budget deficit will reach a record high of nearly $490 billion, the following statement was issued by House ...(more)

7/28/2008
UNHAPPY ANNIVERSARY: THE REPUBLICAN ENERGY BILL, THREE YEARS LATER - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Exactly three years ago the House GOP passed energy legislation they claimed would bring down the cost of gasoline and end our dependence on ...(more)

7/24/2008
AS OIL COMPANIES REPORT PROFITS, A CALL FOR END TO SUBSIDIES FOR BIG OIL - WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Associated Press recently reported that oil companies “insist they're trying to find new oil that might help bring down gas prices, but ...(more)

7/22/2008
EMANUEL, BOREN TO INTRODUCE NEW LEGISLATION TO INCREASE THE USE OF NATURAL GAS - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Rep. Rahm Emanuel and Rep. Dan Boren will introduce legislation today to increase the use of natural gas vehicles in America over the ...(more)

7/10/2008
EMANUEL CALLS ON BOEHNER TO VISIT NATIONAL PETROLEUM RESERVE-ALASKA - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Representative Rahm Emanuel today called on Minority Leader John Boehner to visit the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska on his upcoming trip to Alaska and ...(more)

6/26/2008
House bill provides funding for mass transit systems, includes over $80 million for Chicago - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, a majority in the House passed the Saving Energy through Public Transportation Act of 2008.  As gas prices rise and more families turn ...(more)

6/25/2008
Winner of Congressional Art Competition Honored - WASHINGTON, D.C.—On Wednesday, June 25, 2008, Kristi Alexander, a recently graduated senior at Guerin Prep High School, came to Washington after submitting a winning entry into ...(more)

6/25/2008
NEW LEGISLATION TO EXPAND USE OF EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT INTRODUCED - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel and Senate Democratic Conference Vice-Chairman Charles Schumer today introduced new legislation that will help expand the use ...(more)

6/19/2008
STATEMENT ON THE NEW GI BILL - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Mr. Speaker, I’d like to talk to you for a second about Specialist Sean Walsh. Sean served for two tours of duty in ...(more)

6/18/2008
Students from Steinmetz Academic Centre Welcomed - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Students from Steinmetz Academic Centre from the Belmont Central neighborhood in Chicago’s 5th Congressional District visited Washington today. The students, who are in ...(more)

6/17/2008
Provision to Close KBR Payroll Tax Loophole Signed Into Law - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the Heroes Earnings Assistance and Relief Tax act (HEART Act) was signed into law by President Bush. The law includes a provision ...(more)

6/13/2008
Iraq War Veteran Honored - CHICAGO, IL— Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel honored Iraq war veteran Michael Moran for his service. After meeting Sgt. Moran’s mother at a Congress on ...(more)

6/12/2008
New Legislation to Force Big Oil to Use Owned Leases - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, legislation that will help lower gas prices by compelling oil companies to utilize the 68 million acres onshore and offshore that are ...(more)

5/30/2008
ILLINOIS MEMBERS URGE EPA REGION 5 TO OBJECT TO BP PERMIT - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, several members of the Illinois delegation urged the Region 5 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator, Bharat Mathur to object to a ...(more)

5/22/2008
$250 MILLION FOR SCIENCE FUNDING INCLUDED IN SUPPLEMENTAL SPENDING BILL - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today by a vote of 75-22, the US Senate passed the domestic funding portion of the emergency supplemental bill that includes an amendment to ...(more)

5/21/2008
Emanuel Welcomes Students from Edwin G. Foreman High School - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Wednesday May 21, 2008, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL), met with students from Edwin G. Foreman High School, located in the Craigin ...(more)

5/20/2008
Emanuel-Ellsworth Fight to Close KBR Loophole - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 6081, Heroes Earnings Assistance and Relief Tax Act (HEART Act).  The HEART ACT will make ...(more)

5/15/2008
Emanuel Welcomes Students from LaSalle Language Academy - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Thursday May 15, 2008, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL), met with students from LaSalle Language Academy, located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood ...(more)

5/14/2008
Schiff, Chabot, Emanuel, Murphy Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Fight Identity Theft and Cyber Crime - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Reps. Adam Schiff (CA) and Steve Chabot (OH) introduced the Identity Theft Enforcement and Restitution Act, which would take strong steps to ...(more)

5/14/2008
Emanuel Welcomes Students from Von Steuben Metropolitan Science Center - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, May 14, 2008, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL), met with students from Von Steuben Metropolitan Science Center from the North Park Community ...(more)

5/12/2008
Emanuel Announces Lifelong Learning Accounts BillAddresses Financial Services Forum in Chicago - CHICAGO, IL— Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL), addressed the Financial Services Forum’s town hall discussion on “Succeeding in the Global Economy” at the ...(more)

5/10/2008
Emanuel Hosts “Rahm’s Readers” Awards Ceremony Praises Parents and Student for Successful Program - CHICAGO, IL— Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL), hosted a reception celebrating the success of the fifth annual “Rahm’s Readers” program at the Chicago ...(more)

5/5/2008
Emanuel Odznaczony Orderem Zas³ugi Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej - CHICAGO, IL – Podczas obchodow 3 maja w Chicago dzisiaj, kongresman Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) zostal odznaczony Krzyzem Oficerskim Orderu Zas³ugi Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej. Minister Michal ...(more)

5/3/2008
Emanuel Honored Officer’s Cross by the Republic of Poland - CHICAGO, IL – At a ceremony in Chicago today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) received the Officer’s Cross of the Order of Merit of ...(more)

5/1/2008
Emanuel Highlights Universal Higher Education and Lifetime Learning Act of 2007Dr. Wayne Watson, Chancellor of the City Colleges of Chicago Testified before Committee - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, at a Ways & Means subcommittee hearing on higher education tax incentives, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) spoke about the importance of ...(more)

4/23/2008
Kind, Emanuel Fight to Protect Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Ron Kind (WI) and Rahm Emanuel (IL) announced two amendments to crack down on invasive species in the Great Lakes ...(more)

4/22/2008
Emanuel Commemorates Earth DayHighlights Bill to Protect Lakes from Invasive SpeciesPoints to Billions in Economic Gains from Cleaning Up Great Lakes - CHICAGO, IL – Today, in honor of Earth Day, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) announced his efforts in Congress aimed at protecting and preserving ...(more)

4/18/2008
Emanuel Presents WWII and Korean War Vet with Medals - CHICAGO, IL— Although Victor Szatkowski is a decorated Navy World War II veteran, he was not presented with his medals until six decades later, ...(more)

4/17/2008
Emanuel to Expand FMLA to Protect Victims of Violent Crime and Domestic Violence - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) introduced the Crime Victims Employment Leave Act which would extend the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) ...(more)

4/11/2008
COLEMAN, LEVIN, EMANUEL, RAMSTAD FILE BILL TO RECOVER MEDICAID PROVIDERS’ UNPAID TAXES Investigation found roughly 30,000 Medicaid healthcare providers owe more than $1 billion in unpaid federal taxes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—In conjunction with a bipartisan Senate Subcommittee investigation last year, which found that roughly 30,000 Medicaid service providers owe more than $1 billion ...(more)

4/9/2008
Housing Tax Bill to Include Emanuel Property Tax ReliefEmanuel provision to Close the Capital Gains Tax Gap also Included - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means introduced the Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008.  The legislation includes property tax relief ...(more)

4/9/2008
Good Government Tax Bill to Include Emanuel Provision to Close KBR Payroll Tax Loophole - WASHINGTON, DC– Today, the U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means introduced the Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act of 2008. The bill will include ...(more)

4/4/2008
Emanuel Announces FY 2009 Earmark Requests - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Continuing his personal effort to bring more transparency and accountability to the earmark process, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel today released a list of ...(more)

3/19/2008
***Media Advisory: 10:30 AM Emanuel Press Conference***Emanuel to Address Economic Concerns: After $40 Billion to Rebuild Iraq, it is Time to Invest in America - CHICAGO, IL – With the war in Iraq in the front pages and in the front of American’s minds, and as bad news about ...(more)

3/14/2008
Emanuel Introduces “Pell Grants for Kids” BillLegislation Provides $300 million for Program - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) introduced a bill which would authorize $300 million in new funding for children in Title I schools ...(more)

3/13/2008
Kerry, Obama, Ellsworth, Emanuel Introduce “Fair Share Act of 2008” Reform Closes Offshore Tax Loopholes that Government Contractors Use To Dodge Social Security Taxes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Sens. John Kerry (MA) and Barack Obama (IL) are introducing the “Fair Share Act of 2008,” today with Reps. Brad Ellsworth (IN) and ...(more)

3/13/2008
TODAY: Kerry, Ellsworth, Emanuel Hold Press Conference to Unveil “Fair Share Act of 2008” Reform Closes Offshore Tax Loopholes for Government Contractors That Dodge Social Security Taxes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Sens. John Kerry (MA) and Barack Obama (IL) are introducing the “Fair Share Act of 2008,” today with Reps. Brad Ellsworth (IN) and ...(more)

3/13/2008
Emanuel Stands Up for Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) released the following statement in response to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) issuing a draft report ...(more)

3/5/2008
Emanuel Celebrates Pulaski DayIssues Congressional Record Statement Honoring Casimir Pulaski Day - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL) released the following record statement commemorating Casimir Pulaski Day in honor of General Casimir Pulaski.  Since taking office ...(more)

2/29/2008
Emanuel Visits 5th District’s Coonley Touts CPS’s Newest Regional Gifted Center - CHICAGO, IL—As Chicago’s public magnet schools grow increasingly popular, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) today congratulated parents, teachers and administrators at John C. Coonley ...(more)

2/28/2008
***MEDIA ADVISORY: FRIDAY, FEB. 29TH AT 9:30 AM*** Emanuel to Tout CPS’s Newest Magnet School: Coonley Elementary - CHICAGO, IL—On Friday, February 29th at 9:30 a.m., U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) will join the Principal of John C. Coonley Elementary School, Kathleen ...(more)

2/27/2008
Emanuel Calls on SSA to Fix Chicago Social Security Offices - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, in a meeting with Ways and Means Democrats, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel challenged Social Security Administration Commissioner Michael Astrue to focus on ...(more)

2/21/2008
Emanuel to Introduce "Pell Grants for Kids" Legislation - CHICAGO, IL – On the heels of the presidential budget request for funding for a school voucher proposal, in the coming weeks, U.S. Representative ...(more)

2/20/2008
Emanuel Highlights Administration's History of Leveling with American People: "They'd Rather Not" - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following document in response to reports that public health threats from industrial contamination pose serious ...(more)

2/18/2008
Emanuel Demands Answers from Administration - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following statement in response to Washington Post reports that public health threats from industrial contamination ...(more)

2/15/2008
Markey-Emanuel Introduce Bill to Promote Health I.T. While Protecting Patient Privacy - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Representative Edward J. Markey (MA-7) and Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) late yesterday introduced the Technologies for Restoring Users' Security and Trust (TRUST) in ...(more)

2/14/2008
Emanuel's Prayers with NIU Family - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following statement in response to news reports that a gunman opened fire at Northern Illinois ...(more)

12/5/2007
Emanuel Plan to Hold Medicare Providers Accountable for Taxes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) introduced the Medicare Provider Accountability Act which would withhold Medicare payments made to providers who do not ...(more)

11/30/2007
Emanuel Plan for Property Tax Relief - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) joined Chicago residents to announce legislation that creates a new property tax deduction for American homeowners who ...(more)

11/28/2007
Emanuel Announces 5th District Tax Refunds - CHICAGO, IL— Just in time for the holiday spending season, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) announced at a press conference today that people living ...(more)

11/28/2007
Click Here To See If You Are Among Those With Undelivered Tax Refunds - The list of undelivered tax refund recipients can be found here. Additionally, taxpayers who believe they have an undelivered check can visit http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=96596,00.html.  Those without access to ...(more)

11/26/2007
Emanuel Celebrates Opening of Brown Line’s Montrose Station - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) joined CTA President Ron Huberman and Ald. Eugene Schulter (47th) to formally reopen the Brown Line’s Montrose ...(more)

11/6/2007
Emanuel To Bring Home $1,375,000 - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) announced funding he secured for Chicago in the 2008 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations ...(more)

11/5/2007
Emanuel Announces the Greening of the Capitol - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) joined Dan Beard, Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, officials from the Chicago Climate Exchange ...(more)

11/1/2007
Durbin, Emanuel Secure Funding for Schools Serving Great Lakes Naval Base - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin and U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel announced funding they secured in the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education Appropriations Bill ...(more)

11/1/2007
Emanuel Legislation Included in Rangel Bill - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) announced that the Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007, to provide critical tax relief to 23 million ...(more)

10/31/2007
Holt and Emanuel Introduce PropertyTax Relief Legislation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Reps. Rush Holt (NJ-12) and Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) today will introduce legislation that creates a new property tax deduction for American homeowners who ...(more)

10/18/2007
Emanuel, Kerry Introduce Bill to Close Down Offshore Deferred Compensation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and U.S. Senator John Kerry (MA) introduced legislation to curb the ability of high-income taxpayers to defer ...(more)

10/15/2007
Emanuel Fights For Chicago Public Schools - CHICAGO, IL—Today, the U.S. House of Representatives joined Mayor Daley and CEO of Chicago Public Schools Arne Duncan at the Marine Military Academy, to ...(more)

10/12/2007
Durbin, Obama, Emanuel: Illinois Members Ask For Meeting With Us Steel Regarding Wastewater Permit That Violates Conditions Of Clean Water Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—{Continuing their effort to fight for the environmental health and protection of Lake Michigan, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (IL) and Congressman Rahm Emanuel ...(more)

10/9/2007
Emanuel, Durbin Call on BP to Publicly Commit to Protecting the Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Following their meeting with President of BP America Robert A. Malone in early September, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and U.S. Senator Dick ...(more)

10/4/2007
Emanuel Fights for Foreclosure Tax Relief - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following statement praising the House passage of the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 ...(more)

10/3/2007
Members of Illinois Congressional Delegation Urge Passage of Illinois Works - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Members of Illinois’ Congressional Delegation including U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), Ray LaHood (IL-18), Don Manzullo (IL-16), Phil Hare (IL-17), and Melissa ...(more)

9/21/2007
Emanuel Announces Hearings on Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), released the following statement praising Chairman James Oberstar’s (MN-8) announcement that the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s ...(more)

9/19/2007
Emanuel Fights for Airline Travelers - WASHINGTON, D.C.—In advance of the House of Representatives’ plans to take up the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) bill on the floor tomorrow, U.S. Representative ...(more)

9/18/2007
Emanuel Fights for Chicago’s Homeowners; Congress Responds to Subprime Mortgage Crisis - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Expanding American Homeownership Act of 2007 [H.R. 1852].  This bill will revitalize the Federal Housing ...(more)

9/12/2007
Emanuel, Durbin Call on BP to Publicly Commit to Protecting the Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Following their meeting with President of BP America Robert A. Malone, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (IL) released ...(more)

9/10/2007
Emanuel Praises Israel for Decision to Grant Citizenship to Darfurian Refugees - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following letter to His Excellency Ambassador Meridor, the current Israeli Ambassador to the United States, ...(more)

9/7/2007
***Media Advisory: Emanuel to Accept Great Laker Award at HOW Conference *** - CHICAGO, IL—On Saturday, September 8th at 8:00 a.m., U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), will accept the Great Laker award at the Third Annual Great ...(more)

9/6/2007
Emanuel Bill to Address Deferral of Offshore Compensation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, today announced his intention to introduce legislation to curb ...(more)

8/29/2007
Emanuel, Durbin Oppose IN Decision on BP Air Emissions - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (IL) released the following letter to United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ...(more)

8/23/2007
Durbin and Emanuel Praise the Efforts of Chicagoans to Protect Lake Michigan - CHICAGO, IL—U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (IL) and Congressman Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) today made the following statement in response to the announcement by BP America ...(more)

8/23/2007
***Press Conference at Shedd: Emanuel to Respond to BP Announcement *** - CHICAGO, IL.—On Today, August 23rd at 10:30 a.m., U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), will hold a news conference to respond to BP’s announcement to ...(more)

8/22/2007
***Press Conference at Shedd: Emanuel Calls on Corporate Investors in BP to Fight Great Lakes Dumping *** - CHICAGO, IL—On Today, August 23rd at 10:30 a.m., U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), will hold a news conference calling on the top institutional investors ...(more)

8/20/2007
Emanuel Expresses Hope that Israel Will Reconsider Turning Away Darfuri Refugees - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following letter to His Excellency Ambassador Meridor, the current Israeli Ambassador to the United States, ...(more)

8/3/2007
Emanuel Joins Conyers: Pledge to Fight Online Predators - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) joined House Judiciary Committee Chairman John Conyers, Jr. (MI-14), and U.S. Representatives Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-20), Earl Pomeroy ...(more)

8/2/2007
Emanuel Fights to Eradicate Emerald Ash Borer - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) praised the passage of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.  ...(more)

8/1/2007
Emanuel: “Don’t America’s Kids Deserve a Visit to the Doctor?” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following excerpts from his floor speech in support of the Children’s Health and Medicare Protection ...(more)

7/27/2007
Passage of 9/11 Bill takes First Step towards Modernization of Visa Waiver Program - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following statement praising the passage of the 9/11 Bill, this legislation will make America safer ...(more)

7/26/2007
Emanuel Moves to Eliminate Waste, Fraud and Abuse at USDAIllinois Farm Bureau Announces Support for Emanuel Amendment - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) introduced an amendment to the Farm Bill that would direct the USDA to investigate which estates have ...(more)

7/25/2007
Emanuel Remains Committed to Immigration Reform - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following statement regarding his continuing commitment to passing comprehensive immigration reform. “I remain committed to ...(more)

7/25/2007
Emanuel Praises Passage of Emanuel-Ehlers Resolution Calling for End to Dumping in Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following statement following the U.S. House of Representatives passage a concurrent resolution expressing Congress’ disapproval ...(more)

7/23/2007
***Media Advisory: U.S. House to Vote on Emanuel Ehlers Resolution to Express Congress’ Disapproval of Dumping in Great Lakes***Tomorrow, Tuesday, July 24th, 2007at 10:30 a.m. - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Tomorrow, Tuesday, July 24th, the U.S. House of Representatives will consider a concurrent resolution introduced by U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and Vernon ...(more)

7/20/2007
Emanuel Congratulates International Truck and Engine for $414 Million Contract - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following statement celebrating a $414 million contract by the U.S. Department of Defense to International ...(more)

7/18/2007
Emanuel, Ehlers Introduce Resolution to Express Congress’ Disapproval of Dumping in Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and Vernon J. Ehlers (MI-3) introduced a concurrent resolution expressing Congress’ disapproval of the Indiana Department of ...(more)

7/18/2007
Emanuel, Durbin Call on BP CEO to Reconsider Dumping More Ammonia and Sludge in Lake Michigan - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (IL) released the following letter to Tony Hayward, Chief Executive Officer of ...(more)

7/16/2007
Emanuel, Durbin Oppose New Permit to Allow BP to Dump More Ammonia and Sludge in Lake Michigan - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (IL) released the following letter to United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ...(more)

7/11/2007
Emanuel Praises Passage of College Cost Reduction Act of 2007 - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) praised the passage of the College Cost Reduction Act of 2007 which will provide the single largest ...(more)

7/10/2007
Emanuel Statement in Support of Banning Transport of Silver Carp - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 10, 2007, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) issued the following Record Statement in support of the banning of the transportation of ...(more)

7/6/2007
Emanuel Hosts Congress on Your Corner - CHICAGO, IL—On Sunday, July 8, 2007 at 1:00 p.m., Congressman Rahm Emanuel will host a  “Congress on Your Corner” at the Jewel at 6430 ...(more)

7/2/2007
Emanuel Statement On Legislation To Protect America, Implement 9/11 Commission’s Recommendations - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel issued the following statement regarding legislation that would implement the 9/11 Commission's recommendations: “Nearly six years after ...(more)

6/28/2007
Emanuel Moves to Protect Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) praised the passage of the Financial Services-General Government Appropriations, H.R. 2829.  At the request of Congressman Emanuel, ...(more)

6/27/2007
Emanuel Congratulates Guadlupe Puga - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Tuesday, June 19, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), met with Guadlupe Puga from West Leyden High School of Chicago for a picture ...(more)

6/27/2007
Emanuel Welcomes Serbian Unity Congress - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) attended the third annual Serbian American Day Luncheon, held in Cannon Caucus Room.  This annual event is ...(more)

6/25/2007
Emanuel, Obama Praise Passage of Deceptive Practices Bill - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) praised the passage of the Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act (H.R. 1281), a bill that ...(more)

6/25/2007
Five Facts PhRMA Will Ignore About Rx Importation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—In advance of today’s PhRMA’s staff “briefing” on prescription drug importation, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), Jo Ann Emerson (MO-8), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), ...(more)

6/21/2007
Emanuel Praises Greening of the Capitol - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) joined Dan Beard, Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, officials from the Chicago Climate Exchange ...(more)

6/21/2007
Emanuel Praises Passage of Renewable Energy and Conservation Tax Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) praised the passage of the Renewable Energy and Conservation Tax Act of 2007 by the House Ways ...(more)

6/20/2007
Emanuel Congratulates Ryan Williams - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Wednesday, June 20, 2007, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), met with Ryan Williams from the Latin School of Chicago for a picture ...(more)

6/18/2007
Emanuel Announces FY 2008 Earmark Requests - CHICAGO, IL—In a personal effort to bring more transparency and accountability to the earmark process, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel today released a list of ...(more)

6/15/2007
Legislation Would Close Hummer Tax Loophole - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Legislation introduced last night would finally close a loophole that allows for tens of thousands of dollars in tax write-offs for only the ...(more)

6/14/2007
Emanuel, Ramstad to Expand Retirement Savings - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and Jim Ramstad (MN-3) announced the introduction of the Retirement Savings for Working Americans Act, a bill ...(more)

6/14/2007
Emanuel, LaHood Call on Rice to Find Safe Place for Students in Gaza - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), and Ray LaHood (IL-18) released the following letter to Secretary Rice on behalf of the students of ...(more)

6/12/2007
Emanuel Addresses Lincoln Elementary Students - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Tuesday, June 12, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), addressed award-winning students and their teacher Stefanie Dreizen from Lincoln Elementary.  The seventh graders ...(more)

6/11/2007
Emanuel Commemorates Flag Day with Area Vets - CHICAGO, IL—Today, Monday, June 11th, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), commemorated Flag Day with area veterans at St. Paul’s House and Health Care Center.  ...(more)

6/8/2007
Emanuel to Attend Center on Halsted Dedication - CHICAGO, IL—Today, Friday, June 08, 2007, at 6:45 p.m., U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), will attend the Center on Halsted dedication of the Billie ...(more)

6/7/2007
Obama, Emanuel Introduce Bills To Establish Teacher Residency Programbills Expand Successful Chicago Program To School Districts Across Country - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Barack Obama (IL) and U.S. Representative Emanuel (IL-5) today announced the introduction of the Teaching Residency Act and the Preparing Excellent ...(more)

6/7/2007
Emanuel to Commemorates Flag Day with Area Vets - CHICAGO, IL—On Monday, June 11, 2007 at 10:15 a.m., U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), will commemorate Flag Day with area veterans at St. Paul’s ...(more)

6/6/2007
Emanuel Encourages Constituents Attend a Free Citizen Workshop - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) encourages all residents interested in becoming citizens to attend a free citizenship workshop taking place at Foreman High ...(more)

5/31/2007
Emanuel Congratulates International Truck and Engine for $623 Million Contract - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) released the following statement celebrating a $623 million contract by the U.S. Department of Defense to International ...(more)

5/25/2007
Durbin, Emanuel Prevent Cuts to Medicaid Payments to Hospitals - WASHINGTON, D.C.—This week, Congress approved an emergency supplemental spending bill that included a provision to place a one year moratorium on a Medicaid rule ...(more)

5/22/2007
Kerry, Clinton, Emanuel, Murphy and Walz Fight for Full Troop Pay Increase - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Senator John Kerry (MA) and Senator Hillary Clinton (NY) joined with Rep. Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), and House Democratic military veterans Rep. Tim Walz ...(more)

5/22/2007
Emanuel, Camp, Bayh Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Tax Bill to Make Higher Education Universal - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), U.S. Representative Dave Camp (MI-4), and U.S. Senator Evan Bayh (IN) introduced the Universal Higher Education and Lifetime ...(more)

5/18/2007
Emanuel to Attend Veteran’s Job Fair - CHICAGO, IL—Today, Friday, May 18, 2007, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) will attend the Veteran’s Job Fair at 11:15 am at the Illinois Institute ...(more)

5/17/2007
Emanuel Statement On Bush Administration Opposition To Pay Raise For Troops, Survivor Benefits - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel issued the following statement after the release of the Bush Administration’s threat to veto the Defense Authorization ...(more)

5/15/2007
Emanuel Praises Passage of COPS Bill - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) joined a bipartisan majority of the House of Representatives to pass the COPS Improvements Act of 2007 ...(more)

5/15/2007
Emanuel, Ramstad Announce More Endorsements of Healthy Kids Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-05) announced the support of the National Association of Children’s Hospitals, First Focus and the March of Dimes ...(more)

5/11/2007
Emanuel Receives Honorary Doctorate in Law from Lincoln College - LINCOLN, IL—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) received an honorary doctorate in law from Lincoln College at the 2007 Lincoln College Commencement in Lincoln, IL. ...(more)

5/8/2007
Emanuel Meets Delegation from Poland; Discusses Visa Waiver Program - CHICAGO, IL—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) met with Poland’s Chief of Staff to the President and Secretary of State Minister Elzbieta Jakubiak. Minister Jakubiak ...(more)

5/3/2007
Emanuel, Emerson Applaud Senate Action, Call On House To Act - CHICAGO, IL—Today U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and Jo Ann Emerson (MO-8) responded to the Senate’s 63-28 vote in favor of cloture on Senators ...(more)

5/3/2007
Emanuel, Ramstad Introduce Bipartisan Health Care Plan Announce Growing Support for the Healthy Kids Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and Jim Ramstad (MN-3) introduced the Healthy Kids Act and announced the support of the Children’s Health ...(more)

5/3/2007
Emanuel Awards Vets Medals - CHICAGO, IL—On Friday, May 4, 2007, at a small presentation in his District Office, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) will award area veterans with ...(more)

5/1/2007
Congress Passes Emanuel Resolution Congratulating Chicago on Olympic Bid - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, May 1, 2007, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a Congressional resolution introduced by U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) to congratulate the ...(more)

4/25/2007
Emanuel Delivers Address on Politics, Government, and Firings of U.S. Attorneys - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel delivered a major address regarding politics, government and the implications of the firing of U.S. Attorneys today ...(more)

4/18/2007
Durbin, Emanuel Introduce Resolution to Congratulate Chicago on Olympic Bid - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (IL) and Congressman Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) are planning to introduce a resolution this week expressing the sense of Congress ...(more)

4/15/2007
Emanuel, Durbin Celebrate Chicago's Olympic Bid; Announce Legislation to Expedite Visas - CHICAGO, IL—Today U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (IL) announced plans to introduce legislation that will ensure international Olympic officials, ...(more)

4/14/2007
Emanuel and Gutierrez Discuss Immigration Reform at Town Hall Meeting in Chicago - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and Luis V. Gutierrez (IL-4) joined State Senator Iris Martinez, State Representatives Joseph Lyons and Richard Bradley ...(more)

4/13/2007
Congressman Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) to Deliver Democratic Radio Address - CHICAGO, IL—Congressman Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus, will deliver the Democratic Radio Address tomorrow.  In his address, Congressman Emanuel will ...(more)

4/10/2007
Emanuel, Everson Talk Taxes; Emanuel to Highlight Refunds Returned to Constituents at Free Tax Clinics; Tout Plan to Consolidate Education Tax Credits - CHICAGO, IL—With Tax Day approaching, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), was joined by Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Mark W. Everson at an event in ...(more)

4/9/2007
Emanuel Hosts Congress on Your Corner - CHICAGO, IL—On Tuesday, April 10th at 5:00pm Congressman Rahm Emanuel will host a  “Congress on Your Corner.” CYOC gives 5th district constituents a chance ...(more)

4/6/2007
Emanuel, Everson Talk Taxes: Emanuel to Highlight Refunds Returned to Constituents at Free Tax Clinics; Tout Education Tax Credits - CHICAGO, IL—On the eve of Tax Day, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), will be joined by Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Mark W. Everson at ...(more)

3/29/2007
Emanuel and Gutierrez Discuss Immigration Reform - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and Luis V. Gutierrez (IL-4) joined members of the Chicago community including representatives from Northwest Neighborhood Federation, ...(more)

3/29/2007
Emanuel, Neal and Bayh Call on Paulson to Close Tax Gap: Question Treasury Revenue Estimate - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), Richard E. Neal (MA-2) and U.S. Senator Evan Bayh (IN) released the following letter to United States ...(more)

3/25/2007
Emanuel Hosts “Rahm’s Readers” Awards Ceremony: Praises Parents and Student for Successful Program - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), hosted a reception celebrating the success of the second annual “Rahm’s Readers” program at the Chicago Academy. ...(more)

3/22/2007
Reps. Berman and Emanuel Ask Attorney General Gonzalez for Assurances on Public Corruption Cases - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Howard L. Berman, Chairman of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, and Congressman Rahm Emanuel today wrote Attorney General Alberto Gonzales asking that ...(more)

3/22/2007
Emanuel Original Co-sponsor Gutierrez/Flake Bipartisan Comprehensive Immigration Reform Legislation: Legislation would create an immigration system that meets the economic and security needs of our nation by creating laws that are tough, enforceable and realistic - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representatives Luis V. Gutierrez (IL-4) and Jeff Flake (AR-6) joined their colleagues Thursday to unveil new legislation designed to fix our nation's ...(more)

3/22/2007
Emanuel Hosts “Rahm’s Readers” Awards Ceremony - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), hosted a reception celebrating the success of the second annual “Rahm’s Readers” program at the Chicago Academy. ...(more)

3/21/2007
House Lawmakers Introduce Bill To Simplify Federal College Financial Aid Process College Aid Made EZ Act Would Streamline Federal Aid Applications and Expand College Access - WASHINGTON, D.C.—With deadlines for submitting applications for federal college financial aid fast approaching, key House lawmakers introduced legislation today to simplify the form that ...(more)

3/16/2007
Emanuel Attends Swedish Covenant Hospital Unveiling of Emergency Department Highlights Proposal for Kids Health Care Bill - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) attended the Swedish Covenant Hospital grand-opening of its newly renovated and expanded emergency department. The Fifth District’s ...(more)

3/15/2007
Emanuel, Shimkus, Wexler, Berkley Announce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Visa Waiver ProgramLegislation Enhances Security Standards, Improves Diplomacy, Boosts Economy - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), John Shimkus (IL-19), Robert Wexler (FL-19), and Shelley Berkley (NV-1) introduced legislation in the United States House ...(more)

3/15/2007
Emanuel on the “Smoking Memo” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) released the following statement as delivered on the House floor this morning: “Madam Speaker, in a memo ...(more)

3/7/2007
Congress Continues to Honor America’s Fallen - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Thursday, March 8th, after the last votes, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) will be joined by U.S. Representatives Paul Hodes (NH-2), Christopher ...(more)

3/6/2007
Emanuel on Oversight: “What a Difference a Year Makes” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (D-IL), released the following statement as prepared for delivery on the House floor this morning: “Madam Speaker, this ...(more)

3/5/2007
Emanuel Commemorates Pulaski Day; Honors Chicago’s Polish-American Community - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5) and Dennis J. Kucinich (OH-10) and U.S. Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL) introduced a resolution to grant honorary ...(more)

3/2/2007
Emanuel Announces Mounting Support for Healthy Kids Act - CHICAGO, IL.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel announced the support of the Democratic Leadership Council (DLC) and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) for the ...(more)

3/1/2007
Dignity For Wounded Warriors Act Introduced in Senate and House - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Sens. Barack Obama and Claire McCaskill and Reps. Rahm Emanuel and Harry Mitchell today announced the introduction of the Dignity for Wounded Warriors ...(more)

3/1/2007
Emanuel, Conyers, Holt, Becerra, Honda, Ellison: Fighting to End Vote Suppression Introduce Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2007 - WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel (IL-5), John Conyers, Jr. (MI-14), Xavier Becerra (CA-31), Rush Holt (NJ-12), Mike Honda (CA-15), and Keith Ellison ...(more)

2/16/2007
Emanuel Statement on Iraq Resolution - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in favor of the Iraq resolution: “Mr. Speaker: We gather today to consider a ...(more)

2/16/2007
Emanuel, Ramstad, Ross, LaHood, Schwartz, Shea-Porter Unveil Bipartisan Health Care Plan; Expand Coverage for Children - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel,  Jim Ramstad, Mike Ross, Ray LaHood, Allyson Schwartz, and Carol Shea-Porter joined Families USA, America’s Health Insurance Plans, ...(more)

2/13/2007
Bayh, Coburn, Emanuel to Offer Plan to Reduce $17 Billion Capital Gains Tax Gap - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senators Evan Bayh (D-IN) and Tom Coburn (R-OK) and Congressman Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) will take part in a press conference on Wednesday, ...(more)

2/6/2007
President’s Budget Balanced on Backs of Middle Class - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel, released the following statement in advance of the Ways and Means Committee Hearing on the President’s Budget proposal. ...(more)

1/29/2007
Emanuel Honors Big Oil Whistle-Blower Bobby Maxwell in Congressional Record - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel will enter the following Statement into the Congressional Record:               “Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor ...(more)

1/16/2007
Emanuel, Neal Call for Hearings on IRS Failure to Collect Taxes Owed by Large Companies - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Richard E. Neal sent the following letter to Commissioner Mark W. Everson to express concerns about recent ...(more)

1/10/2007
Bipartisan Group of Senate and House Members Introduced Critical Drug Importation Legislation Today - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senators Byron Dorgan, Olympia Snowe and Representatives Jo Ann Emerson and Rahm Emanuel today introduced critical drug importation legislation that will reduce ...(more)

1/4/2007
Emanuel Swears Oath to Represent 5th Congressional District in U.S. House of Representatives - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, January 4th, 2007, Congressman Rahm Emanuel swore an oath to serve a third term as a United States Representative for Illinois’ 5th ...(more)

1/4/2007
EMANUEL STATEMENT NOMINATING SPEAKER NANCY PELOSI - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel today formally presented Nancy Pelosi for election to the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives. ...(more)

1/4/2007
Emanuel Calls on President to Restore Transparency to Executive Budget - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to the President’s call to cut the total number of earmarks by half.   ...(more)

12/19/2006
Emanuel, Weiner Call for a Change in Priorities: “More Cops on the Street Means Less Violent Crime” - CHICAGO, IL—U. S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Anthony Weiner released the following statement in response to a Washington Post report that the surge in ...(more)

12/13/2006
Emanuel Calls Raid Evidence for Reform - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Democratic Caucus Chair Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to reports that federal agents have targeted illegal immigrants by raiding meatpacking ...(more)

11/29/2006
Emanuel Urges Inclusion of Polandin Visa Waiver Program - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel, released the following letter to President Bush expressing his strong support for including Poland in the Visa Waiver ...(more)

11/16/2006
Emanuel Elected Chairman of Democratic Caucus - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel was elected by acclamation to serve as the 4th highest ranking Member of the House Democratic Leadership. Emanuel ...(more)

11/13/2006
Emanuel Reminds Leavitt of VA Successes on Direct Negotiation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to Secretary Leavitt’s comments in Sunday’s New York Times:              “HHS Secretary Tommy ...(more)

10/24/2006
Emanuel Commemorates Polish American Heritage Month - CHICAGO, IL—This October, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel commemorates Polish American Heritage Month. Emanuel will honor Polish history, culture, and pride with the following Congressional ...(more)

10/6/2006
Emanuel Addresses the Chicagoland Chamber on Plans to Strengthen American Economic Security - CHICAGO, IL—Today, Friday October 6, 2006, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel addressed the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and highlighted his ideas about strengthening economic security.  ...(more)

10/3/2006
Eleven Democrats Raise Concerns About 2001 Intelligence Warnings - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel, John Murtha, Henry Waxman, Bennie Thompson, Jim Cooper, Ellen Tauscher, Martin Meehan, Gary Ackerman, Neil Abercrombie, Silvestre Reyes, ...(more)

10/2/2006
Emanuel: “Republicans Raise Taxes on Middle-Class” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following in response to the following statement:             “That’s one way of saying they’re going to raise your ...(more)

9/21/2006
Emanuel Applauds Senate Bill to Protect Troops from Unscrupulous Financial Sales - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel applauded the passage of Senate version of the Military Personnel Financial Services Protection Act sponsored by Senators Hillary Clinton, ...(more)

9/19/2006
Emanuel, Meehan Urge Boehner to Bring Ethics and Lobbying Reform to Floor - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Marty Meehan, released the following letter to Majority Leader John A. Boehner calling on him to bring comprehensive ...(more)

9/14/2006
Emanuel Joins Coalition of Democrats, Introduces Legislation to Reduce Abortions - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel, joined a coalition of pro-life and pro-choice Democrats on Capitol Hill to introduce comprehensive new legislation, "Reducing the Need ...(more)

9/12/2006
Emanuel, Van Hollen Announce Real Earmark Reform - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Chris Van Hollen announced they intend to offer an amendment to the House earmark reform legislation expected to ...(more)

8/17/2006
Emanuel Attends Senior Fest - CHICAGO, IL—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel will join Mayor Daley in participating in 2006 Senior Citizen Fest.   Event:             Emanuel attends 2006 Senior Fest Where:            ...(more)

8/2/2006
Where is the Accountability? - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement responding to the recent report by the Special Inspector for Iraq Reconstruction which revealed widespread ...(more)

7/31/2006
Emanuel, Madigan Tout Plan to Track Sexual Predators; Highlight Passage of Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel held a press conference with Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan to discuss electronic monitoring of sex offenders.  Last week, ...(more)

7/28/2006
Emanuel: “Time to Get Big Oil off Taxpayer Dole” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement as delivered on the House floor:              “Mr. Speaker, yesterday Exxon reported its second-highest quarterly ...(more)

7/25/2006
Emanuel Applauds Full Passage of Child Safety Bill - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel applauded the passage of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006.  The bill contained the language ...(more)

7/21/2006
Emanuel Applauds Senate Passage of Child Safety Bill - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel applauded Senate passage of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act that will improve the national program to ...(more)

7/20/2006
Emanuel Encourages Constituents to Attend a Free Citizen Workshop - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel encourages all residents interested in becoming citizens to attend a free citizenship workshop taking place at St. Hyacinth Church ...(more)

7/18/2006
Emanuel: “This Congress would make Nero Proud” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement as delivered on the House floor:             “Mr. Speaker, here are some of today’s headlines: ...(more)

7/13/2006
Emanuel Celebrates Senate Vote to Restore Wildlife in Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement applauding the Senate passage of S. 2430, the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration ...(more)

7/11/2006
Emanuel Applauds Senate Importation Victory - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement applauding Senators David Vitter and Bill Nelson on the Senate passage of an amendment to ...(more)

7/11/2006
Emanuel Commemorates Gay Games - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, July 11, 2006, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel celebrates the opening of the Gay Games at Chicago’s Soldier Field.  To commemorate the opening ...(more)

6/28/2006
Emanuel to Administration: “Which is it?” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement responding to the Administration’s mixed strategy for success in Iraq:     “Among plans being considered, ...(more)

6/26/2006
Emanuel on Iraq Plan - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement on a plan for American forces in Iraq:             “Our generals on the ground in ...(more)

6/23/2006
Emanuel Hosts Congress on Your Corner Friday, June 23rd at Six Corners - CHICAGO, IL—Following is Congressman Rahm Emanuel’s public schedule for Friday, June 23, 2006:   Friday, June 23, 20064:00pm – 5:30pm Event:             Emanuel hosts “Congress ...(more)

6/20/2006
Emanuel, Lautenberg Call on Rumsfeld to Cite Precedent - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg released the following letter to Secretary Donald Rumsfeld: Following is text of the letter: ...(more)

6/16/2006
Emanuel Applauds House Admin on Honoring Fallen - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement applauding the Committee on House Administration for erecting a monument honoring the fallen in the ...(more)

6/15/2006
Emanuel on Iraq Resolution - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement as delivered on the House floor during the debate on H.Res.861:             “Mr. Speaker, since ...(more)

6/2/2006
Emanuel on Wages: “Best of Times, Worst of Times” - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Labor’s report that the economy created only 75,000 ...(more)

5/27/2006
Emanuel Celebrates Memorial Day Weekend with WWII Vets; Announces Safe Return Act of 2006 - CHICAGO, IL—Today, May 27, 2006, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel, commemorated Memorial Day weekend with heroes of World War II.  During the ceremony, Emanuel awarded ...(more)

5/22/2006
Emanuel to Commemorate Memorial Day Weekend with WWII Vets; Will Announce the Safe Return Act of 2006 - WASHINGTON, D.C.—On Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 11:15 a.m. U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel will celebrate Memorial Day with heroes of World War II.  During ...(more)

5/18/2006
Emanuel, Clyburn: “Mr. Speaker, Middle Class Families Should Not Be Dismissed” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chairman of the Democratic Caucus James E. Clyburn and Congressman Rahm Emanuel sent the following letter in response to Speaker of the House Dennis ...(more)

5/17/2006
Emanuel Honors Winner of Congressional Art Competition - WASHINGTON, D.C.—On Monday, May 15, 2006, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel presented a certificate to Christina Casey of River Grove’s Guerin Prep at an awards ...(more)

5/15/2006
Emanuel, Schakowsky, Lipinski, Davis, Durbin Mark Medicare Rx Deadline for Millions of Seniors Call on Congress to Pass Medicare Prescription Drugs Savings and Choice Act - CHICAGO, IL—Today marks the deadline for Medicare beneficiaries to enroll in the Administration’s Medicare prescription drug benefit without being penalized.  Senator Dick Durbin, and ...(more)

5/3/2006
Emanuel, Meehan Issue Second Call on Hastert, Boehner for Immediate Reform of House Ethics Rules - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Representative Marty Meehan, released a second letter to Speaker J. Dennis Hastert and Majority Leader John A. Boehner calling ...(more)

5/2/2006
Emanuel, Lowey Call on President to Define Chain of Command - WASHINGTON, D.C.—In advance of the White House’s unveiling of part two of the national plan for flu pandemic, today U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and ...(more)

5/1/2006
Emanuel Commemorates “Mission Accomplished” Day - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel, released the following statement in remembrance of President Bush’s “Mission Accomplished” announcement:             “In honor of today’s Mission ...(more)

4/28/2006
Emanuel, Meehan Call on Hastert, Boehner for Immediate Reform of House Ethics Rules - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Representative Marty Meehan, released the following letter to Speaker J. Dennis Hastert and Majority Leader John A. Boehner ...(more)

4/24/2006
Emanuel Proposes Investigation into Congressional Collusion with Big Oil - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to Speaker Hastert's request to the President to direct the Attorney General ...(more)

4/24/2006
Emanuel Highlights Legislation to Protect Elderly from Abuse, Exploitation - CHICAGO, IL—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel and Mayor Richard M. Daley held a press conference at the Northeast Levy Senior Center to discuss the Elder ...(more)

4/14/2006
Emanuel: “Enrollment Extension Missed Opportunity” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to the Wall Street Journal’s report that Centers for Medicare and Medicaid ...(more)

4/11/2006
Congress Calls on Leavitt to Pay States Back - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel, Charles Rangel, John D. Dingell, Henry Waxman, Pete Stark, Sherrod Brown, Rosa DeLauro, Benjamin Cardin, and Frank Pallone ...(more)

4/6/2006
Emanuel: “Rumsfeld is Right” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld’s statements yesterday on WDAY Radio in Fargo, ...(more)

4/5/2006
Emanuel, Ehlers Introduce Great Lakes Regional Collaboration Implementation Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Vernon Ehlers to introduce the Great Lakes Regional Collaboration Implementation Act to fund the policy recommendations made by ...(more)

3/30/2006
Congress Missed Opportunity to make College Education Reality for Thousands; Passage of Higher Ed Bill Falls Short - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel opposed the passage of the College Access and Opportunity Act of 2005 (H.R. 609) which does nothing to ...(more)

3/29/2006
Emanuel: “Rhetoric is one thing; fighting terrorism is another.” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to President Bush’s speech to Freedom House today. “In his speech today, President Bush ...(more)

3/29/2006
***Event Advisory – Saturday –April 1st, 10:30a.m.*** Emanuel to Highlight $200,972.00 in Refunds Returned to 186 Constituents at Free Tax Assistance Sessions - WASHINGTON, D.C.—On the eve of Tax Day, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel will highlight the success stories from his free clinics for college financial aid ...(more)

3/28/2006
Emanuel Amendment to Restore $12 Billion in Student Aid Cuts - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel will offer an amendment to the College Access and Opportunity Act of 2005 (HR 609) in the Rules ...(more)

3/20/2006
Lawmakers Announce Joint Resolution Seeking Rotunda Honors For Fallen - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Frank R. Lautenberg and U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel announced today that they will introduce a resolution in the House and Senate ...(more)

3/20/2006
King, Emanuel Introduce Elder Justice Act; Protects Elderly From Abuse and Exploitation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Peter T. King, Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Congressman Rahm Emanuel, have introduced the Elder Justice Act (H.R. 4993), ...(more)

3/20/2006
Emanuel Marks Five-Year Anniversary of Failed Economic Policies - CHICAGO, IL—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following in response to Treasury Secretary John W. Snow’s comments that growing income disparities in the United ...(more)

3/18/2006
Emanuel Hosts “Rahm’s Readers” Awards Ceremony; Praises Parents and Students for Successful Program - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel hosted a reception celebrating the success of the second annual “Rahm’s Readers” program at the Chicago Academy. At ...(more)

3/16/2006
Lawmakers Seek Rotunda Honors for Fallen U.S. Soldiers as Nation Marks Three-Year Anniversary of Iraq Invasion - WASHINGTON, D.C.—In a letter to the Speaker of the House and the Senate Majority Leader, Senator Frank R. Lautenberg and Congressman Rahm Emanuel called ...(more)

3/16/2006
Emanuel Underscores Commitment to Restoring Great Lakes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, as members of the Great Lakes Coalition descend on Washington for their annual Great Lakes Congressional Breakfast, hosted by the Northeast-Midwest Institute ...(more)

3/14/2006
Emanuel Introduces Economic Indicators Bill - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel introduced a resolution to establish an Advisory Commission to Study the Accuracy of Current Economic Indicators.              “From ...(more)

3/13/2006
Emanuel Promotes Preparing Excellent Teachers Act - CHICAGO, IL—Today, at the New Leaders for New Schools education forum, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel promoted his legislation which would allow the Department of ...(more)

3/8/2006
Emanuel Applauds Passage of "Children's Safety and Violent Crime Prevention Act"; Bill Includes Similar Provisions from Emanuel's Lunsford and Lunde Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel applauded the passage the Children’s Safety and Violent Crime Prevention Act of 2005 (H.R. 4472).  Last  summer, Emanuel introduced ...(more)

3/2/2006
Democrats Raise Concern About UAE Boycott of Israel, Relationship with Hamas - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel, Alcee L. Hastings, Henry A. Waxman and thirty-eight Democratic Members of the U.S. House of Representatives released the ...(more)

2/28/2006
Emanuel Joins Dingell to Celebrate Fat Tuesday; Dingell Presents Emanuel with Traditional Paczki - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Tuesday, February 28, 2006, in his office on Capitol Hill, U.S. Representative John Dingell presented U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel with traditional Michigan ...(more)

2/27/2006
Emanuel, Schakowsky Hold Press Conference on Lack of Savings in Medicare Drug Benefit for Taxpayers and Seniors - CHICAGO, IL—In the week marking the two month anniversary since the Medicare drug benefit took effect, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Jan Schakowsky held ...(more)

2/22/2006
Emanuel, Markey Call Dubai Port Decision Wake-Up Call for Congressional Action - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Representative Edward J. Markey, senior Democrat on the House Homeland Security Committee, released the following letter to ...(more)

2/20/2006
Emanuel Criticizes "Medicare Complexity Tax" - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel held a press conference counting down the days until the “Medicare Complexity Tax” becomes affective.  Under current law, ...(more)

2/15/2006
Emanuel Reviews American Priorities - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement as delivered on the House floor today.  “Mr. Speaker, yesterday White House Press Secretary Scott ...(more)

2/9/2006
Stark, Emanuel Call on Leavitt to Explain Why the Administration Left Over $50 Billion in Budget Savings on the Table - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S Representative Rahm Emanuel joined Representative Pete Stark in releasing the following letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt requesting a ...(more)

2/8/2006
Emanuel, DeLauro Call on Nussle to Honor Commitment to Honest Budget Funding for Wars - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Rosa DeLauro released the following letter to Chairman of the Committee on Budget Jim Nussle praising his support ...(more)

1/28/2006
Emanuel Kicks Off Tax Season; Offers Tax and FAFSA Assistance for 5th District - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel kicked-off tax season with the first of eleven free clinics for college financial aid and tax preparation services ...(more)

1/23/2006
Emanuel Calls on President to Issue Relief to Medicare Beneficiaries - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel held a press conference calling on the President to issue $1,000 debit cards to low-income and disabled Medicare ...(more)

1/16/2006
Emanuel Announces $900,000 for Chicago Academy High School; Calls Chicago Academy Model for the Nation - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel held a press conference to announce $900,000 for the Chicago Academy High School and to introduce The Preparing ...(more)

1/5/2006
Reps. Meehan and Emanuel and Sen. Feingold: The Time is Now for Real Lobbying and Ethics Reform - CHICAGO, IL—Statement of Congressmen Marty Meehan and Rahm Emanuel and Senator Russ Feingold, original cosponsors of  lobbying reform legislation introduced in the U.S. House ...(more)

1/4/2006
Emanuel, Tanner Call for Renewed Focus on Reducing National Debt - CHICAGO, IL.—Today, in a letter to Treasury Secretary John W. Snow, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and John Tanner expressed concern about the Administration’s fourth ...(more)

12/15/2005
Wyden, Emanuel Join Forces for Middle Class Tax Relief and "Simpler, Flatter, Fairer" Tax Plan - WASHINGTON, D.C.—At a press conference today, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden and U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel touted their comprehensive, bicameral tax reform legislation that contains ...(more)

12/13/2005
Durbin and Emanuel Introduce Legislation to Help States Provide Access to Health Insurance for All Children - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Durbin and Congressman Rahm Emanuel today introduced the All Kids Health Insurance Coverage Act of 2005, modeled after Illinois Governor Rod ...(more)

12/9/2005
Emanuel, Schakowsky, Obama Call on President to Stand by Great Lakes Regional Collaboration - CHICAGO, IL—Today, at Navy Pier U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel, Jan Schakowsky and U.S. Senator Barack Obama held a press conference to call on the ...(more)

12/5/2005
Emanuel Introduces Tax Credit for Hybrid Vehicles - CHICAGO, IL—Today, at the 19th District Police Station, Motor Maintenance Facility location, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel announced he will introduce the American Hybrid Tax ...(more)

11/26/2005
Feingold, Emanuel Call for Immediate Lobby Reform Legislation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Senator Russ Feingold and U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel released the following statement on the Justice Department’s investigation of former lobbyist Jack Abramoff. ...(more)

11/18/2005
Emanuel Announces $1.25 Million for Center on Halsted - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel announced that he secured $1.25 million in funding for the Center on Halsted from the Fiscal Year 2006 ...(more)

11/15/2005
Emanuel Calls for New Prescription: Put Seniors Ahead of Rx Companies - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel released the following statement about the GOP's Medicare prescription drug program that 42 million American seniors can begin signing ...(more)

11/11/2005
Emanuel Honors 87th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Poland - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in recognition of the 87th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Poland ...(more)

11/10/2005
Emanuel, Lautenberg Honor Fallen Troops; Resolution to Recognize Fallen from Iraq and Afghanistan - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel and Senator Frank Lautenberg announced the introduction of a concurrent resolution honoring the members of the Armed Forces ...(more)

11/10/2005
Legislation Protecting Prescription Drug Imports Passes House; Blocking prescription drug importation through U.S. trade agreements will no longer be possible - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Gil Gutknecht (MN), Anne Northup (KY), Rosa DeLauro (CT), Rahm Emanuel (IL), Jo Ann Emerson (MO) and Bernard Sanders (VT) ...(more)

11/9/2005
Emanuel, Durbin, Obama Announce Funding for World's First Ethanol-to-Hydrogen Fueling Station; Energy and Water Appropriations Bill Contains $2 million for Project - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel and Senators Durbin and Obama announced that they secured $2 million in the Energy and Water Appropriations Bill for ...(more)

11/2/2005
Emanuel Announces Wounded Heroes Gift Fairness Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel announced he will introduce the Wounded Heroes Gift Fairness Act that will change Federal ethics regulations to allow ...(more)

10/31/2005
Emanuel Honors Roman Pucinski - CHICAGO, IL—U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in honor of late U. S. Representative and Alderman Roman Pucinski.  Today Cook County Forest ...(more)

10/28/2005
Emanuel Supports Resolution Condemning Iran; Calls on the United Nation to take Decisive Action - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel released the following statement as delivered on the House Floor this morning in response to the President of ...(more)

10/20/2005
Emanuel, DeFazio, Bishop, Delahunt Announce American Parity Act; Legislation Calls to Reinvest in America - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today U.S. Representatives William Delahunt and Peter DeFazio joined U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel at a press conference to introduce the American Parity Act ...(more)

10/18/2005
Hoyer, Emanuel Concerned that Tax Reform Panel May Embrace Bait and Switch Proposals - WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) and Rep. Rahm Emanuel, a Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, released the following ...(more)

10/18/2005
Emanuel Calls Headlines “Wake Up Call” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement as prepared for the House floor.“Mr. Speaker, I know we’re pretty busy, so to catch ...(more)

10/14/2005
American Legion Endorses Welcome Home GI Bill; Medals Awarded to World War II Vets - CHICAGO, IL—In a press conference today, the American Legion announced its support for the Welcome Home GI Bill of 2005, introduced by Congressman Rahm ...(more)

10/5/2005
Emanuel Calls for Tax Code that Works for Middle-Class Families - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to a new IRS report that shows middle-class paid taxes at a ...(more)

10/2/2005
Emanuel Calls on Reynolds to Sign Lobby and Ethics Reform Bill - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Rahm Emanuel (IL) released the following statement following his appearance on Sunday’s Meet the Press calling on Congressman Tom Reynolds (NY) to ...(more)

9/28/2005
Emanuel Calls on Chertoff to Re-Evaluate Brown Contract - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel released the following letter sent to Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff asking him to re-evaluate FEMA’s contract with former ...(more)

9/28/2005
Emanuel Calls to Update Endangered Species Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement as delivered on the House floor. “Mr. Speaker, much of the Gulf Coast lies in ...(more)

9/26/2005
Emanuel Meets with Business Leaders to Discuss Innovation and Technology - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel (IL) and U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (IL) joined David Baker of ITT, Warren Hill of Hill Manufacturing, Bret ...(more)

9/21/2005
Emanuel, Melancon, Lewis, Taylor, Introduce Fast-Track Tax Refunds for Katrina Victims - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel, Charlie Melancon, Gene Taylor, and John Lewis introduced legislation directing the  Internal Revenue Service to immediately fast-track Earned ...(more)

9/19/2005
Emanuel, Berman Call on Egypt to Fulfill their Commitment to Peace in Gaza - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel and U.S. Rep. Howard Berman, senior member of the House Committee on International Relations released the following letter ...(more)

9/14/2005
Emanuel Applauds Passage of “Children’s Safety Act” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel (IL) applauded the passage the Children’s Safety Act of 2005 (H.R. 3132).  This summer, Emanuel introduced the Jessica Lunsford ...(more)

9/14/2005
Emanuel, Obama Announce Plan for Fast-Track Tax Refunds - WASHINGTON, D.C.—In a letter to Treasury Secretary John Snow, U.S. Rep. Rahm Emanuel (IL) and U.S. Senator Barack Obama (IL) called on the Treasury ...(more)

9/7/2005
Emanuel Calls for Rebuilding, Restoring, and Retrospection - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement as delivered on the House floor this morning. “Mr. Speaker, there are three ways to ...(more)

8/22/2005
Emanuel Commends Chao on 401(k) Efforts - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released a letter to Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao responding to The USA Today story on the ...(more)

8/18/2005
Emanuel, Madigan Announce Program to Track Predators - CHICAGO, IL—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel joined Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan to announce the Jessica Lunsford and Sarah Lunde Act. This legislation, named after ...(more)

7/29/2005
Emanuel Announces $28 Million for Chicago - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel announced that he secured $28 million for key Chicago transportation projects in the 5th Congressional District from the ...(more)

7/28/2005
Emanuel Introduces “Life Insurance Anti-Discrimination in Travel Act” - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) introduced the Life Insurance Anti-Discrimination in Travel Act.  The bill prohibits life insurance companies from using a ...(more)

7/27/2005
Emanuel, Clinton Protect Troops from Unscrupulous Financial Sales - WASHINGTON, D.C.—This week, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL), along with Reps. Chet Edwards (TX), Charles Rangel (NY), Rosa DeLauro (CT), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL), ...(more)

7/27/2005
Emanuel Calls Congress Gift That Keeps On Giving - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) released the following statement in response to the Rules Committee blocking him from offering his Vioxx Amendment to ...(more)

7/23/2005
Emanuel Creates Program to Track Predators - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel joined Rep. Bob Filner to introduce the Jessica Lunsford and Sarah Lunde Act. This legislation, named after 9-year-old Jessica ...(more)

7/22/2005
Include a Sunset Provision in Patriot Act - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) released the following statement following House reauthorization of the Patriot Act. “The original version of the Patriot Act ...(more)

7/21/2005
Gutknecht, Emanuel applaud Senate action to allow for Rx importation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representatives Gil Gutknecht and Rahm Emanuel today applauded the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee for including an amendment to the Federal ...(more)

7/21/2005
Three Questions for Secretary Leavitt - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel (IL) released the following statement in response to Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt’s forum on Medicare prescription ...(more)

7/20/2005
Emanuel Announces Intention to Strip Manufacturer Liability Waiver from Medical Malpractice Legislation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement as delivered on the House floor this morning. “Mr. Speaker, the first Vioxx lawsuit to ...(more)

7/6/2005
Emanuel Releases Detailed Study of Impact of Privatizing Social Security on 5th District - CHICAGO, IL—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel held a press conference with current members of the work force from Chicago’s 5th Congressional District to announce the ...(more)

6/27/2005
Congress Continues to Honor America's Fallen - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Thursday, June 23, 2005, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel  delivered the following statement during a Special Order on the floor of the U.S. ...(more)

6/24/2005
Emanuel Stands-up for Patient Privacy - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel joined Congressman Edward Markey to introduce the Markey Emanuel Notification Amendment, which was included in the Labor-HHS Appropriations Bill. This ...(more)

6/23/2005
Congress Honors America's Fallen - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Thursday, June 23, 2005, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel delivered the following statement during a Special Order on the floor of the U.S. ...(more)

6/16/2005
Emanuel Bill Seeks to Ban Great Lakes Oil and Gas Drilling - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Rahm Emanuel joined Congressman Bart Stupak and Members of Congress representing Great Lakes states at a press conference to introduce the Great ...(more)

6/12/2005
Emanuel Proposes Tax Reform: Simplifies, Consolidates Education Costs - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel joined college students and their families at the DePaul Center in downtown Chicago to announce the Expanded College ...(more)

6/9/2005
Emanuel, Stark Call for Medicare Drug Oversight - WASHINGTON, D.C.—In a letter to Congresswoman Nancy Johnson, Chairman of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Health, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel and Pete Stark ...(more)

6/6/2005
Daley, Emanuel Announce $17 Million to Improve Six Corners Retail District - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel joined Mayor Richard M. Daley, Alderman Patrick J. Levar (Ward 45) and George Borovik from the Portage Park ...(more)

6/3/2005
Emanuel Announces Funding in House Bill for World's First Ethanol-to-Hydrogen Fueling Station - CHICAGO, IL—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel announced he secured $2 million in the Energy and Water Appropriations Bill in the U.S. House of Representatives for ...(more)

5/30/2005
Emanuel Awards Bronze Medal to Battle of the Bulge Veteran - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel joined Illinois State Representative John A. Fritchey (11th District) at the Edgewater Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony at ...(more)

5/26/2005
Members Call on Speaker to Take Vote on Rx Importation Bill - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Gil Gutknecht, Rahm Emanuel, Ginny Brown-Waite, Rosa DeLauro, and Bernie Sanders and U.S. Senator David Vitter held a press conference ...(more)

5/24/2005
Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2005 Passes - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement today. Mr. Speaker, as an original cosponsor of H.R. 810, the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act ...(more)

5/21/2005
Business School at University of Illinois Creates $250,000 Scholarship for Vets - CHICAGO, IL—The College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) announced today it has established a $250,000 education scholarship fund for veterans ...(more)

5/17/2005
Meehan, Emanuel To Introduce Comprehensive Lobbying Reform Legislation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representatives Marty Meehan and Rahm Emanuel today introduced the Special Interest Lobbying and Ethics Accountability Act of 2005.  The legislation requires members ...(more)

4/25/2005
Emanuel Receives Durbin Endorsement of Welcome Home GI Bill - CHICAGO, IL—During a press conference today at Soldier Field, U.S. Senator Richard Durbin endorsed U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel’s Welcome Home GI Bill and announced that ...(more)

4/22/2005
Emanuel, Obama Announce Plans for World's First Ethanol-to-Hydrogen Fueling Station - CHICAGO, IL—During a press conference today at a city fueling station near Goose Island, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel, U.S. Senators Barack Obama and Dick ...(more)

4/22/2005
Bayh, Emanuel Call on SEC to Make Necessary Changes to Protect Children's Vaccine Supply - WASHINGTON, D.C.—In light of a recent report in the Washington Post that the Pediatric Vaccine Stockpile has become "nearly empty," U.S. Senator Evan Bayh ...(more)

4/20/2005
Emanuel, Stupak, Schakowsky, Kildee, Bean, Call on Congress to Ban Oil Drilling in Great Lakes - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representatives Rahm Emanuel, Bart Stupak, Janice Schakowsky, Dale Kildee, and Melissa Bean held a press conference to call on the House ...(more)

4/17/2005
Emanuel Receives VFW Praise for Welcome Home GI Bill - CHICAGO, IL—Today John W. Davin, SFC (Retired), Illinois State Community Activities Director for the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, praised U.S. ...(more)

4/15/2005
Reform the Tax Code Now, No More April Headaches - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement today in light of today’s deadline for filing federal income tax returns for 2004: ...(more)

4/13/2005
Emanuel, Bayh Call on President to Prepare for Flu Pandemic - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel and Senator Evan Bayh released a letter to President Bush calling for the Administration to act now and ...(more)

4/12/2005
Emanuel, Gutknecht Call Cost Increase Urgent Reminder of Need for Rx Market Access Legislation - WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel and U.S. Representative Gil Gutknecht issued the following statement in response to reports that the prices of brand name drugs ...(more)

4/6/2005
Emanuel Introduces Third Proposal in Savings Revolution - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel introduced the “401(k) Automatic Enrollment Act of 2005,” legislation that makes it easier for employers to enroll new ...(more)

4/1/2005
Emanuel Announces Plan to Make Saving for Retirement Easier - CHICAGO, IL—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel held a roundtable discussion with executives and employees of RR Donnelley to announce his 401(k) Automatic Enrollment Act ...(more)

3/30/2005
Emanuel Calls for IRS to Reorder Priorities, Put Middle Class Families Ahead of Tax Evaders - WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released a letter to Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Mark W. Everson responding to a new IRS study showing ...(more)

3/24/2005
Emanuel Calls Guard and Reserve Heath Care Expansion, “Good Start” - CHICAGO, IL—U.S. Representative Rahm Emanuel released the following statement in response to Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs Thomas Hall’s announcement that members ...