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NEW $700 BILLION WALL

 STREET BAILOUT STILL

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AMERICAN TAXPAYERS

(October 3, 2008) “Today, I am voting against the latest Wall Street bailout bill, a bill that has grown in size and scope to $850 billion.  From 3 pages to 110 pages to over 450 pages of legislation, this bill proves the old adage still holds true.  Bigger isn’t necessarily better. 

Click here to learn more on why Rep. Lipinski opposes the $700 billion wall street bailout.

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~A Remembrance ~

To Those Who Gave Their Lives

September 11, 2001

Rep. Lipinski took the above picture in Shanksville, PA at site of crash of
Flight 93 that was bravely taken down by passengers on 9/11. 

 

On the 7th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, I would like to take a moment to remember those who lost their lives on that fateful day.  From the first responders who so valiantly gave their lives in service of our country, to those we lost aboard United Airlines Flights 175 and 93 and American Airlines Flights 11 and 77, to the individuals in the World Trade Center and the Pentagon; my heart goes out to their families and loved ones.  We will never forget the horrors that occurred that day. 

I would also like to take this opportunity to reaffirm my commitment to protecting the American people at home and abroad.  We must ensure that this tragedy will never be repeated.

 

CONGRESSMAN DAN LIPINSKI : CN Rail Purchase Is Good For the 3rd District and the Region Click Here to learn more (Photo taken by Bev Home - Daily Herald 8/21/08)   Congressman Dan Lipinski shows his support as S.T.A.R.T. organization holds a press conference in North Riverside to announce their support for the Canadian National's purchase of the EJ&E railroad.  2008 Legislative Updates       Spring Update       Summer Update

 

Rep. Lipinski Continues Fight Against High Gas Prices   Americans continue to be hit hard by record high gas prices and a faltering economy. Congressman Dan Lipinski is committed to finding solutions to the energy problems we currently face in the United States.   Click here to read more about Rep. Lipinski's recent actions in Congress in response to the gas and energy crisis.

Remember to file to qualify for your tax rebate

The U.S. Department of Treasury continues to send out rebate checks to more than 130 million households who filed a 2007 tax return.

The IRS.gov website is the best source for additional information and answers to questions regarding the stimulus payments. The site will soon have an online tool which will allow taxpayers to calculate the amount of their advance payment and to check on the status of their specific payment.

Lipinski Announces $100,000 Grant for Lucas Berg Pit Study (January 11, 2008) 

In December, Congressman Lipinski secured a $100,000 grant for a study to determine alternatives to using the Lucas Berg Pit in Worth as a disposal site for dredged material from the Calumet-Sag Channel Modification and Illinois Waterway. Click here to learn more...

Lipinski Hails "Best Day for the Environment and American Energy Independence in a Generation" (December 18, 2007 Energy Bill Update)


Landmark Energy Bill Clears Congress and Illinois Awarded
FutureGen Clean Energy Project

Today, Representative Dan Lipinski helped pass the Energy Independence and Security Act, a sweeping energy plan that will revolutionize our nations' energy economy, help free us from our dependence on foreign oil, create millions of new jobs, and reduce the threat of climate change...

Historic Energy Bill - Including Lipinski Initiatives - Passes House

On December 6th, Representative Dan Lipinski helped pass the Energy Independence and Security Act, a sweeping energy plan that will revolutionize our nations' energy economy, help free us from our dependence on foreign oil, create millions of new jobs, reduce the threat of climate change, and roll back tax breaks for Big Oil corporations in order to invest in clean, alternative energies. 

Click here to listen to live audio with Congressman Lipinski on the Spike O'Dell Show on December 7th discussing the Energy Bill.

• Click here to listen to Congressman Dan Lipinski discuss the needs for transportation funding and improvements in the Chicagoland area.
  
  
  "Chicago has the transportation infrastructure in place to host the 2016 Olympics, but the state and federal government must close funding gaps now to enhance a future bid, according to testimony at a congressional committee hearing Monday. Regional transportation leaders including CTA chief Ron Huberman addressed the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, which was interrupted by protesters angry over impending Chicago Transit Authority fare hikes and service cuts because of lack of funding from the state Legislature. Rep. Daniel Lipinski (D-Ill.), a committee member, said the crisis involving mass transit in the Chicago region will be solved soon and should not affect the city attracting the Olympics." (October 30, 2007 Chicago Suntimes, Metro Brief)
  

• Interested in learning more about being a Congressional Intern in Congressman Dan Lipinski's Washington, D.C. Office? Call (202) 225-5701 for more information.

• Click here to learn more about what Congressman Lipinski is doing to help veterans. 
  
• (August 23, 2007)   Representative Lipinski Applauds Success of Efforts to Stop BP from Increasing Pollution in Lake Michigan

Responding to pressure from public officials and concerned citizens, BP made the announcement today.  In response, Congressman Lipinski issued the following statement:

"This announcement by BP that they will be environmentally responsible and not dump additional pollutants into Lake Michigan is a victory for everyone who lives around the lake. Lake Michigan is the source of drinking water for over 10 million people...." Click here to read more about Congressman Lipinski's efforts to protect the Great Lakes.

• Click here to read a Special Report from Congressman Lipinski on the Great Lakes and Cable Programming. 
  

• Protecting the Great Lakes - Congressman Dan Lipinski reintroduced legislation last week aimed at protecting the Great Lakes by banning the dumping of raw sewage into the lakes.  Click here to learn more about the legislative efforts.
  

  Click here to view live news coverage at the Shedd Aquarium on July 5, 2007.   You will need Windows Media Player 6 or higher to view this file. Click here to download the latest version of Windows Media Player.

• Click here to read the lastest news from Congressman Lipinski in support of our nation's veterans. To receive future updates like these please click here to sign up for E-news updates from Congressman Dan Lipinski.

• A BRIGHT Direction in Climate Change Congressman Lipinski successfully included language from his bipartisan BRIGHT Energy Savings Act in H.R. 2701, the Transportation Energy Security and Climate Change Mitigation Act of 2007, during the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing in June. the BRIGHT bill, would mandate the use of high efficiency light bulbs in federal office buildings.  

• Congressman Lipinski introduces bill to give parents more family-frienly cable t.v. options. Click here for more information.
  


• Congressman Dan Lipinski Introduces Common Sense Legislation to Save Energy and Taxpayer Dollars

Recent Update: During consideration of the Defense Bill, Congressman Lipinski introduced an energy efficiency amendment that would require all federal buildings under the direction of the Department of Defense to use energy efficient light bulbs - when feasible - when replacing burnt out light bulbs.



• U.S. Representative Dan Lipinski (IL-3rd) called for improvements in math and science education, as well as support for research and development and alternative energy at the annual Chicagoland Engineering Awards Banquet on Friday February 23rd.  The event is part of the annual Chicagoland Engineers Week held each year during National Engineers Week.
  
  
• Click here statement on Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act.
  
  
  
Congressional Update on securing our nation's borders


Aviation Safety at O'Hare Airport needs updating. Congressman Lipinski joined Officials in urging the FAA to hurry up the implementation of back up radars for O'Hare Airport.


Railroad safety in Chicago area could be improved. Railroad crossings in the Chicago area are about to become safer and much more efficient. It's the first step in a $1.5 billion plan to improve the rail system throughout Illinois.
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