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- (November 5, 2009) Rush to host two-hour radio show, "Stopping the Hits to Stop the Violence" rescheduled due to weekend health care vote
- (November 2, 2009) Rush introduces "Conflict Resolution and Mediation Act of 2009" to combat youth violence in America
October 2009
- (October 30, 2009) RUSH TO OFFER 'UITILITY RELIEF' FOR CASH-STRAPPED CONSUMERS ON NOVEMBER 7
- (October 30, 2009) A Call to Arms to Save Our Youth
- (October 28, 2009) RUSH REACTS TO 150 YEAR SENTENCE FOR STARKEISHA REED KILLER
- (October 28, 2009) Rush urges Education Secretary Arne Duncan to allocate $50 million in ARRA funds for youth violence intervention
- (October 15, 2009) Rush Expresses Support for Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Extension Act of 2009
- (October 15, 2009) Rush Opening Statement for CTCP Hearing on Minority Business Development
- (October 9, 2009) Rush congratulates President Obama on his receipt of the Nobel Peace Prize
- (October 7, 2009) Rush Addresses Chicago Visit by Attorney General Holder and Education Secretary Duncan in Light of Death of Honor Student Derrion Albert
- (October 7, 2009) Chairman Rush Opening Statement at CTCP Hearing on “Growing U.S. Trade in Green Technology”
- (October 2, 2009) Statement by U. S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush in response to loss of Chicago's 2016 Olympics bid
September 2009
- (September 30, 2009) Rush opening statement for Energy and Commerce Committee Markup of H.R. 2221, the Data Accountability and Trust Act;
- (September 21, 2009) Rush introduces Bereaved Consumers Protection Act to ensure that what happened at Burr Oak Cemetery never happens again in U.S.
- (September 19, 2009) U.S. REP. BOBBY L. RUSH TO UNVEIL FEDERAL LEGISLATION TO PROTECT CONSUMERS AGAINST UNSCRUPULOUS CEMETERY PRACTICES
- (September 17, 2009) Rush welcomes top Obama Advisor Valerie Jarrett and top congressional leaders to greet 16 African Ambassadors as part of his efforts to secure the 2016 Olympics for Chicago
- (September 17, 2009) Rush joins HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and Majority Whip Jim Clyburn to press for equity for low-income Americans in health insurance reform legislation
- (September 14, 2009) Rush responds to WBEZ Radio's exclusive report on ARRA-funded projects
- (September 9, 2009) RUSH SAYS METRO SOUTH LAYOFFS CONTRADICTS EARLIER PLEDGE TO CONTINUE DELIVERY OF HEALTH SERVICES
August 2009
- (August 26, 2009) RUSH CALLS KENNEDY A PIONEERING PUBLIC SERVANT
- (August 26, 2009) RUSH SAYS QUINN MADE RIGHT DECISION IN ENDING EFFORTS TO FORCE MONTGOMERY AND CARROLL FROM UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS TRUSTEE BOARD
- (August 21, 2009) Rush asks Quinn to reconsider call for resignation of University of Illinois Trustees Jim Montgomery and Frances Carroll
- (August 20, 2009) Rush solidly re-affirms his strong support for a viable public option as part of comprehensive health care reform legislation
- (August 20, 2009) RUSH WORKS TO KEEP ROBBINS PUBLIC LIBRARY OPEN
- (August 19, 2009) RUSH COMES TO DEFENSE OF MOTHER OF EIGHT ACCUSED OF NEGLECT
- (August 10, 2009) RUSH WORKS TO ENSURE CONTINUITY OF POSTAL SERVICE IN DISTRICT; URGES CITIZENS TO VOICE THEIR CONCERNS
- (August 7, 2009) RUSH TO LEAD CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO AFRICA TO INCREASE TRADE, INVESTMENT AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR U.S. BUSINESSES AND PROMOTE JOB CREATION FOR AMERICANS
- (August 6, 2009) Rush statement on new GAO Report that evaluates racial and ethnic differences in child death rates from consumer products
- (August 6, 2009) Rush says Senate Confirmation of Sonya Sotomayor is a 'giant step' forward for America
- (August 4, 2009) Rush efforts to secure much needed protections for children's health highlighted by Marian Wright Edelman
July 2009
- (July 31, 2009) Rush Generic Drug Amendment Passes in Energy and Commerce Committee Markup
- (July 27, 2009) Statement by the Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Chairman Committee on Energy and Commerce at Cemeteries Oversight Field Hearing
- (July 15, 2009) Congressman Rush asks U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to launch criminal investigation into Burr Oak Cemetery tragedy
- (July 14, 2009) Rush presses for federal inquiry into Burr Oak Cemetery case and the strengthening of current law to prevent future violations across the country
- (July 13, 2009) Rush praises President Obama’s choice of Dr. Regina Benjamin to serve as the next Surgeon General of the United States
- (July 10, 2009) Rush supports Burris decision not to seek re-election
- (July 9, 2009) Rush statement in response to the disinterring of human remains at Burr Oak Cemetery in Alsip, Illinois
- (July 8, 2009) The Proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency: Implications for Consumers and the FTC
- (July 6, 2009) U.S. Rep. Rush remembers legacy and contributions of African American business pioneers Dempsey Travis and Frederick D. Sengstacke
- (July 6, 2009) Congressman Bobby Rush says U.S. Rep. Peter King must apologize to Michael Jackson's mother, children for offensive comments
- (July 1, 2009) Rush leadership on energy bill applauded by leading environmental group
June 2009
- (June 26, 2009) Rush applauds historic vote for ACES Act that both secures America's clean energy future while strengthening the working class
- (June 25, 2009) Rush decries the senseless murder of 9-year-old Chastity Turner in Englewood
- (June 24, 2009) Statement by the Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Chairman Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection for the Joint Hearing with the Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health on "U.S.-Africa Trade Relations: Creating a Platform for Economic Growth"
- (June 23, 2009) Rush pledges support for President Obama's trade commitment to Africa and urges economic engagement beyond traditional humanitarian assistance
- (June 18, 2009) Statement by the Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Chairman Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection for the Joint Hearing with the Subcommittee on Communications, Technology and the Internet on "Behavioral Advertising: Industry Practices and Consumer Expectations"
- (June 12, 2009) Rush voices this week's Congressional Black Caucus "Message to America" national radio address
- (June 9, 2009) Statement by the Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Chairman, Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection at Oversight Hearing: "It's Too Easy Being Green: Defining Fair Green Marketing Practices"
- (June 9, 2009) Rush applauds Metra vote to name new, 35th Street Station in honor of the late Illinois Assistant Majority Leader Lovana S. "Lou" Jones
- (June 9, 2009) Rush: Illinois civil suit against Crestwood officials is 'significant first step;' continues federal investigation
- (June 3, 2009) Rush seeks congressional inquiry into University of Chicago Medical Center's alleged "patient dumping" cases
May 2009
- (May 28, 2009) Rush asks EPA to expand its investigation of contaminated drinking water in Crestwood to include possibly strengthening current mandates
- (May 28, 2009) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush (IL-01) 111th Congress Legislative Report
- (May 26, 2009) Rush applauds Obama's Supreme Court Nominee
- (May 22, 2009) Chairman Rush secures key provisions in first stage of House actionon H.R. 2454, "The American Clean Energy and Security Act"
- (May 20, 2009) Rush introduces historic, bipartisan Africa resolution that seeks to redefine its strategic importance in the 21st century
- (May 20, 2009) Rush joins in overwhelming House vote in support of H.R. 627, the Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights
- (May 18, 2009) Rush Opening Statement at CTCP Subcommittee Hearing on Auto Safety
- (May 18, 2009) Rush Opening Statement for Energy Act Markup of H.R. 2454
- (May 15, 2009) Rush calls potential loss of GM dealership in his district "especially cruel" in wake of soaring unemployment
- (May 9, 2009) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush to question USEPA, IEPA & CDC on Crestwood Water contamination at May 9 Town Hall meeting
- (May 7, 2009) Rush introduces "Minority Business Enhancement Act" bill to expand economic opportunity for America's small businesses
- (May 6, 2009) Rush introduces comprehensive U.S.-Cuba trade bill with a diverse group of 47 original co-sponsors
- (May 6, 2009) Rush reacts to the deaths of Hyde Parkers Leon Despres and Long-Time Civil Rights Activist Sam Ackerman
- (May 5, 2009) Statement by the Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Chairman Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection at Hearing on H.R. 2221, the Data Accountability and Trust Act; and H.R. 1319, the Informed P2P User Act.
- (May 5, 2009) Rush applauds President Obama's nominees to lead a revitalized Consumer Product Safety Commission
- (May 4, 2009) Rush says "do not panic" as World Health Organization says H1N1 pandemic appears imminent; health and emergency agencies must ensure the poor and uninsured have access to quality care
- (May 4, 2009) SCORE ® partners with Cong. Bobby L. Rush to offer free, on-site counseling for district small businesses and entrepreneurs
April 2009
- (April 29, 2009) U.S. HEALTH CARE, A MATTER OF ANSWERING THE RIGHT QUESTION By Bobby L. Rush
- (April 29, 2009) Rush commends EPA raid on Village of Crestwood
- (April 27, 2009) Statement by the Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Chairman Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection at Hearing on Examining the Status of U.S. Trade with Cuba and Its Impact on Economic Growth
- (April 27, 2009) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush asks DOJ to formally investigate Village of Crestwood contaminated water scandal; May 9th Town Hall meeting planned
- (April 24, 2009) Cong. Bobby Rush to hear testimony, concerns about tainted water supply from Crestwood Residents at Saturday Town Hall Meeting
- (April 23, 2009) Rush launches new, Africa trade caucus on eve of International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings in Washington, D.C.
- (April 22, 2009) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush encourages Americans to support "Earth Day" through environmental volunteerism
- (April 21, 2009) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush to salute Asian Pacific American Heritage Month during 11th annual Congressional Reception
- (April 21, 2009) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush announces Annual Congressional High School Arts Competition: "An Artistic Discovery"
- (April 20, 2009) Cong. Rush outraged at Crestwood's residents exposure to toxic water exposure; calls for full USEPA investigation
- (April 16, 2009) Rush joins bipartisan group of House leaders in applauding President Obama's recently announced Cuba policy as he prepares to attend Latin American Summit
- (April 15, 2009) CONG. RUSH APPLAUDS CPD ROLL CALL IN WAKE OF A SPATE OF AREA SHOOTINGS, ROBBERIES
- (April 15, 2009) Rep. Bobby L. Rush discusses Cuba mission with Chicago's Latino American leadership; says its time to "bury the misconceptions, failed policies."
- (April 13, 2009) U.S. Rep. Rush says Obama Administration plan to ease Cuba restrictions is “a significant step in the right direction…”
- (April 8, 2009) Scores turn out for Cong. Rush's Subcontractor Opportunity Fair for Metra-Rock Island 35th Street Commuter Rail Stop in Bronzeville
- (April 3, 2009) Chairman Rush Travels to Cuba as Part of Congressional Delegation
- (April 2, 2009) Rush Presses for Women- and Minority-Owned Participation Before Key House Telecom Subcommittee
- (April 2, 2009) Rush Congratulates Markham Mayor David Webb for his Leadership in Helping Procure Over $400K for Energy and At-Risk Youth Initiatives
March 2009
- (March 19, 2009) U. S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Votes in Support of a 90 Percent Tax on TARP Benefits
- (March 17, 2009) Statement by the Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Chairman Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection for Hearing on Stimulating the Economy Through Trade: Examining the Role of Export Promotion
- (March 12, 2009) Rep. Rush pleased that Illinois will receive nearly $344 Million in Weatherization Funding and Energy Efficiency Grants for Illinois
- (March 6, 2009) U.S. Representative Bobby L. Rush presents a “Federal Stimulus Workshop For Businesses”
February 2009
- (February 11, 2009) Statement by the Honorable Bobby L. Rush in support of Increased LIHEAP Funding in the$838 Billion American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
January 2009
- (January 28, 2009) U.S. Rep. Rush Votes ‘Yes’ to ‘Stimulus Package’Congressman Insists That Follow Thru Must Ensure That Poor And Unemployed Benefit From Stimulus Package with Jobs, Health Care And Opportunity To Pick Themselves Up
- (January 22, 2009) Statement by the Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Chairman Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection on His Amendment to the Broadband Title of the Economic Stimulus Package
December 2008
- (December 16, 2008) Rush Applauds Appointment of Arne Duncan As Secretary of Education In Obama Administration
- (December 11, 2008) Congressman Rush votes yes to Auto Industry Financing and Restructuring Act
- (December 4, 2008) Rush Applauds CMMS Approval of the Illinois Hospital Assessment PlanApproval means $775 million dollars to Illinois hospitals and Medicaid providers, particularly hospitals serving the poor and uninsured
October 2008
- (October 27, 2008) Statement by The Honorable Bobby L. Rush on the Tragic Loss faced by Jennifer Hudson and her family
- (October 21, 2008) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush's statement on the arrest of former Police Commander Jon Burge
- (October 3, 2008) Statement by The Honorable Bobby L. Rush on his "Yes" Vote on the Emergency Economic Stabilization Bill
September 2008
- (September 29, 2008) Statement by The Honorable Bobby L. Rush On his "No" Vote on the $700 Billion Wall Street Bail Out Bill
August 2008
July 2008
- (July 10, 2008) Rush To Launch National Effort To Develop A 'Can Do' Resolve To Address The Plague Of Gun Violence
April 2008
March 2008
- (March 18, 2008) Congressman Rush, Community Work To Both Preserve Rich Legacy Of Chicago’s Southside
- (March 9, 2008) Congressman Rush Undergoes Successful Surgery
October 2007
- (October 16, 2007) Rep. Rush Postpartum Depression Bill Receives Overwhelming Support As It Passes The House Congress And Activists Stand For Postpartum Depression Research And Care
September 2007
- (September 21, 2007) Statement Of Congressman Bobby L. Rush Concerning The Plight Of The Jena 6
- (September 18, 2007) Commerce, Trade And Consumer Protection Subcommittee Hearing On Lead-tainted Imports
August 2007
July 2007
- (July 24, 2007) CHAIRMAN RUSH JOINS NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP IN CELEBRATING 1st RAISE FOR WORKING FAMILIES IN 10 YEARS
- (July 17, 2007) Rush Opens Investigation Of Privacy, Competition Issues In Proposed Google/doubleclick Merger Letter To Federal Trade Commission
June 2007
- (June 18, 2007) Rush, Durbin Hold Chicago Congressional Field Hearing On Consumer Safety And Magnetic Toys Lawmakers Unite To Keep Deadly Toys Out Of The Hands Of American Children
- (June 11, 2007) Congressman Rush Introduces Gun Legislation Named After Blair Holt, The Julian High School Hero
- (June 6, 2007) Reps. Rush, Stupak, Emerson To Be Joined By Hospitals, Advocates Making Health Care More Safe, Affordable For Hard-working Families Rush Introduces Legislation To Increase Access To Prescription Drugs; Stupak Advocates For Increased Access In Rural America; Emerson Advocates For Increased Access For Children
- (June 5, 2007) Chairman Rush Works To Stop High Gas Prices Illinois Legislator Shepherds Anti-price Gouging Legislation Thru Congress
May 2007
- (May 25, 2007) Chairman Rush Votes Against Giving Pres. Bush A Blank Check For Iraq Conflict Rep. Rush Believes Troops Should Withdraw From Iraq Immediately
- (May 23, 2007) Chairman Rush Works To Stop High Gas Prices Illinois Legislator Shepherds Anti-price Gouging Legislation Thru Congress
- (May 22, 2007) Rep. Rush Receives Recognition For Exemplary Commitment To Bible Reading
- (May 17, 2007) Rep. Rush's Hearing Underscores Importance of Consumer Product Safety Reviews Effectiveness of Consumer Product Safety Commission Explored in Light of Recent Child Deaths Rush Pledges Commission Reform Package
- (May 4, 2007) Rush Fights To Make Generic Drugs More Accessible And Affordable
- (May 2, 2007) Rep. Rush Pushed Legislation That Will Save New Mothers Lives
April 2007
- (April 16, 2007) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Congratulates Daley on Securing Olympic Bid for Chicago
- (April 10, 2007) U.S. Representative Bobby L. Rush Is Seeking Submissions For The "an Artistic Discovery" Annual Congressional High School Arts Competition From Eligible Students From The 1st Congressional District Of Illinois
March 2007
February 2007
- (February 28, 2007) U.S. Rep. Rush Vows To Change Collegiate Sports Discriminatory Hiring Practices Rev. Jesse Jackson, NCAA’s Myles Brand, And Nolan Richardson Among Witnesses
- (February 14, 2007) Remarks in Support of H. Con. Res 63- 2/13/07
- (February 9, 2007) Rush Introduces Major Privacy Bill During National Consumer Protection Week Anti-identity Theft Effort Will Force Companies To Increase Their Efforts To Protect Consumers’ Personal Information
- (February 5, 2007) Statement On H. Res. 94: A Resolution Supporting The Ideals And Goals Of National Consumer Protection Week February 5, 2007 The Honorable Bobby L. Rush
January 2007
- (January 17, 2007) Speech Of Hon. Bobby L. Rush Of Illinois In The House Of Representatives Wednesday, January 17, 2007
- (January 17, 2007) Speech Of Hon. Bobby L. Rush Of Illinois In The House Of Representatives Wednesday, January 17, 2007
- (January 11, 2007) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Comments On President Bush’s Plan For Iraq
- (January 10, 2007) Rep. Rush Votes To Give America’s Working Families A Pay Raise
- (January 10, 2007) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Nominated For House Committee On Energy And Commerce Subcommittee Chair
- (January 8, 2007) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Is Sworn Into 110th Congress, Immediately Pushed Two Key Bills Rep. Rush Also Appointed To A Regional Whip Position
December 2006
- (December 8, 2006) U.S. Representative Bobby Rush’s Nursing Relief Effort Continues To Provide Help To Chicago’s Poorest Hospitals Important Legislation Ensures Communities Can Have Access To Safe, Reliable Health Care And Helps Save Hospitals Money
- (December 7, 2006) U.S. Representative Bobby L. Rush Vows To Help Clean Up The Dirty Business Of Car Title Washing Auto Dealers, Coalition Laud Effort To Keep Rebuilt Wrecks Off Consumers’ Driveways
- (December 6, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush’s Statement About Joan Higginbotham, The African American Woman From Chicago Who’s Going Into Outer Space Today
November 2006
- (November 29, 2006) Statement By Congressman Bobby L. Rush Concerning The Upcoming 2007 Mayoral Election
- (November 16, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush’s Statement On The New Democratic Party Leadership
- (November 14, 2006) U.s. Rep. Bobby L. Rush To Host One Stop Utility Assistance Day For Chicago Residents Village Of Robbins Mayor Irene H. Brodie, Representatives From Nicor Gas, Comed, Illinois Dept. Of Healthcare & Family Services, And Ceda Will Be Present To Help Chicagoans Prepare For Winter
September 2006
- (September 27, 2006) Rush, English Move To Modernize Medicare New Measure Will Expand Medigap To Cover Disabled
- (September 19, 2006) Rep. Rush Congratulates WVON And Clear Channel On The Historic Launch Monday Of WVON At Its New Frequency 1690-Am WVON Moves Today From 1450-AM And Increase Its Power To 10,000 Watts
July 2006
June 2006
- (June 23, 2006) Chicago Congressional Delegation Calls On Bush Administration To Secure City, Implement 9/11 Commission Recommendations Delegation Requests Meeting With Sec. Chertoff To Discuss Progress
- (June 9, 2006) Rush, Schakowsky Ask IL Department Of Public Health To Ban Carbon Monoxide From Meat And Fish Packaging Use Of Carbon Monoxide Misleads Consumers To Think Meat Is Fresh Long After It Has Spoiled
- (June 9, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Opens Door For Competition, Choice And Lower Cable Bills With Passage Of House Telecommunications Bill
- (June 5, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Receives Award For Increasing Funds For Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Liheap)
- (June 5, 2006) U.S. Bobby L. Rush Delivers Keynote During Utility And Power Convention
- (June 1, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Addresses Housing Crisis During Summit On Saving South Side Affordable Housing Units
May 2006
- (May 9, 2006) Congressman Bobby L. Rush Responds To The Passing Of State Rep. Lovana “Lou” Jones
- (May 9, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Adds Medicare Drug Program Component To Upcoming Events As May 15 Enrollment Deadline Looms And Extension Plans Stall Rush’s Asian American Heritage Month Celebration Will Feature Medicare Reps
April 2006
- (April 12, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Says The SICA Athletic League Breakup Is Sickening Rush Says He’s In Support Of Anti-Discrimination Lawsuit
- (April 12, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Presses On With Support For Immigration Reform Rush’s Bill H.R. 3856 Would Grant Permanent Resident Status To 35 Families In Chicago
- (April 3, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Ensures Consumers Get Acess, Options And Cheaper Tv In Bipartisan Bill Rush Key In Adding Language That Offers Severe Penalties For Discrimination And Access To Cable For Minority Content Providers
March 2006
- (March 29, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush On The Retirement Of Rep. Lane Evans
- (March 29, 2006) Congressman Rush To Announce Petition Drive To Rename Street “Chairman Fred Hampton Way”
- (March 29, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Gives Consumers More Options, Cheaper Tv In Bipartisan Bill
- (March 22, 2006) U.S. House Delegation Releases Report Showing High Costs For Chicagoland Under Medicare Drug Plan Medicare Drug Plans Continue To Plague Chicago Beneficiaries, Advocates, Pharmacists
- (March 20, 2006) Congressman Rush Convenes Leaders In Historic “Working Group On Hope And Healing In Englewood” Gov. Blagojevich, U.S. Atty. Fitzgerald, And Others Commit To Short- And Long-term Projects
- (March 17, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Responds To No Federal Charges In Emmett Till’s Murder
- (March 14, 2006) Congressman Bobby Rush Named Bio Legislator Of The Year
- (March 7, 2006) U.S. REP. BOBBY L. RUSH URGES PRESIDENT BUSH TO FULLY FUND LIHEAP IN EXCLUSIVE MEETING Rush Says Bush’s Proposed LIHEAP Budget Amount Does Little To Offset Energy Costs For Low-Income Families
February 2006
- (February 28, 2006) Cong. Bobby L. Rush To Call For National Security Standards For Metra In Wake Of Startling Report
- (February 23, 2006) Rush Calls For Extension Of Medicare Prescriptiondrug May 15 Deadline
- (February 22, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Announces His Military Academy Nominees
- (February 21, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush And Chicago Congressional Delegation Expand Transportation Options With Grant To I-Go Sharing Program $396,000 Grant Will Be Used To Expand I-Go Throughout The City
- (February 17, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Says Cable “a La Carte” Pricing Hurts Minority Programming
- (February 15, 2006) Congressman Rush Lauds Morgan Park H.s. African Americans’ Ap Academic Achievement On House Floor Speech Set To Air On February 15, 2006 After Legislative Business On C-span
- (February 8, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Secures Funds To Fight Truancy At Harper High School Funding Part Of A Larger Vision For Parity At All City And State Schools
- (February 6, 2006) Statement From U.S. Bobby L. Rush On National Black Hiv/aids Awareness Day – February 7
January 2006
- (January 31, 2006) Statement By U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush On The Passing Of Coretta Scott King
- (January 17, 2006) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Takes On Medicare Prescription Drug Confusion With Educational Seminars For The Community Participant Will Be Able To Enroll In Plans Onsite
December 2005
- (December 13, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Pushes for National Recognition of Rosa Parks With Commemorative Postage Stamp
- (December 2, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush And Score Counselors To America’s Small Business Wrap Up Year-long Business Training Workshops With Graduation Ceremony And Business Networking Reception Rush Hopes Program’s Success Will Spur Small Business Growth In First Congressional District
November 2005
- (November 10, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Responds To Possible Retrial Of Andrea Yates
- (November 9, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Calls For Windfall Profit Tax On Crude Oil With Proceeds Going To The Low Income Heating Assistance Program
October 2005
- (October 25, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Hosts First Congressional District Wide Assembly Opportunity For Constituents To Let Their Voices Be Heard
- (October 25, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Statement on the Passing of Rosa Parks
- (October 4, 2005) RUSH, JACKSON, JR. AND DAVIS PUSH FOR CONGRESSIONAL CONDEMNATION OF BILL BENNETT’S REMARKS
- (October 3, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Responds To Bush’s Supreme Court Justice Nominee Harriet Miers
- (October 3, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Helps Illinois Residents Prepare For The Winter Cold With Heating Assistance During One Stop Utility Assistance Day Residents Can Get A Jump Start On Available Funds Before General Public Registration Opens On November 1
September 2005
- (September 29, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Responds To Bill Bennett’s Comments That Aborting Black Babies Will Reduce Crime Bill Bennett Served As Secretary Of Education Under The Reagan Administration
- (September 27, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Creates National Commission On Digestive Diseases With Passage Of Legislation Digestive Diseases To Be Examined Include Heartburn, Peptic Ulcers, Lactose Intolerance, Colorectal Cancer And Hepatitis
- (September 21, 2005) U.S. Congressman Bobby L. Rush Introduces Bill To Bring Families Together Torn By Immigration
- (September 20, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Presses Congress For Hearing On Health Concerns Related To Hurricane Katrina And Gets It Subcommittee On Health Hearing Set For Thursday, September 22
- (September 7, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Statement On The Death Of Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist
- (September 4, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Helps To Galvanize State, Federal And Community Leaders To Prepare For Incoming Hurricane Katrina Evacuees
- (September 2, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Joins Crusade To Aid Hurricane Katrina Victims
- (September 2, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush (d-il) In Letter To Bush: “Hurricane Katrina Rescue Efforts Is One Of The Greatest Injustices Of My Lifetime”
August 2005
- (August 31, 2005) Statement By U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush On Hurricane Katrina
- (August 8, 2005) Statement By U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush On The Passing Of John H. Johnson
July 2005
- (July 27, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush And Law Students Reveal Plans To Help Chicagoans Reclaim Stolen Property In The South Initial Findings Validate Families019 Claims Of Land Stolen From Ancestors During Jim Crow Era Of The South
- (July 6, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Releases Report That Shows The Negative Impact President Bush's Social Security Proposal Would Have On The First Congressional District
- (July 1, 2005) Statement From U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush On The Retirement Of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor
June 2005
- (June 30, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Helps Nonprofit Organizations Continue Their Mission With Grant Resources Seminar
- (June 22, 2005) Justice Has Been Served In The Manslaughter Conviction Of Edgar Ray Killen. Emmett Till Co-conspirators Are Officially On Notice
- (June 1, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Statement On Today's Exhumation Of Emmett Till's Remains
May 2005
- (May 25, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Creates Business Plan For Entrepreneurs With Introduction Of House Bills Two Bills Would Increase Loan Amounts And Lower Interest Rate For Small Businesses
- (May 13, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Recognizes Asian Pacific American Heritage Month With Tourism Fair For Tsunami Impacted Areas Event Designed To Boost Tourism To Areas Impacted By Tsunami. Local Groups And Individuals Who Helped With Tsunami Efforts Will Also Be Recognized
- (May 11, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Opposition to Today's Passage Of House Mandatory Mininum Sentencing Gang Bill Rush Says Key To Curbing Gangs Is Intervention And Prevention - Not Mandatory Minimum Sentencing
- (May 10, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Lends Support To Washington Group For National Postpartum Depression Screening Day As Part Of Crusade For His Postpartum Depression Bill To Save Women And Erase Stigma Of Mental Illness, Rush Supports Washington Foundation Declaration Of May 11th As National Ppd Screening Day With Launch Of New Website. Calls On Pregnant Women, New Mothers To Check Themselves For Depression With Interactive Online Test. Wives Of Rush And U.s. Senator Dick Durbin To Serve As Event Co-chairs
- (May 6, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Rides Black History Into Kentucky Derby With Passage Of His Bill Which Recognizes African-American Jockey Legend Jimmy Winkfield Achievements Of African American Jockeys And Trainers In Horse Racing Recognized Take Center Stage In American History
- (May 2, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Statement On Emmett Till's Exhumation: "I Support The Efforts"
April 2005
- (April 28, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Continues Fight For Postpartum Depression Legislation In Third Attempt, Rush Wants To Save Families And Remove Stigma Of Mental Illness
- (April 17, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Adds Accountability As Key Factor In Education Symposium On How To Improve Schools Updates On No Child Left Behind And Available Resources For Parents, Teachers And Legislators Will Also Be Discussed. This Event Is Free And Open To The Public.
- (April 6, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Turns Up The Heat For Illinois Residents With Passage Of Amendment To Increase Energy Assistance Funds For Low-Income Residents
- (April 4, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush (D-IL) Recognized For Increasing Minority Homeownership At Congressional Black Caucus Awards Ceremony 1st Congressional District Program Lauded During Best Practices Summit
- (April 4, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush (D-IL) Awards Rebirth Of Englewood For Increasing Minority Homeownership At Congressional Black Caucus Award Ceremony Rebirth Of Englewood Is The First Recipient Of Annual Best Practices Award
March 2005
- (March 18, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Teams With Score To Bring Business Ownership Training To The First Congressional District Score Executives Will Host Business Training Sessions At Rush’s City And Suburban Offices
- (March 10, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Paves The Way For Transportation Projects With $16 Million In Approved House Highway Bill
- (March 8, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Joins Fight To Repeal Law That Denies Students Federal Financial Aid Due To Drug Convictions
February 2005
- (February 15, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Calls On The Chicagoland Area To Participate In Tsunami Candlelight Vigil Feb. 18 Vigil Memorial Service Will Also Honor The Family Of Local Tsunami Victim, Who Are Residents Of Rush's 1st CD
- (February 10, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Hosts Town Hall Meeting On Social Security Reform In South Suburbs
January 2005
- (January 31, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Secures $550,000 For The New University Of Chicago Comer Children019s Hospital
- (January 21, 2005) U.S. Rep. Rush Bobby L. Rush And Illinois Delegation Deliver $2 Million In New Federal Appropriations To Chicago Public Schools For 2005
- (January 14, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Gives Special Congressional Recognition To Witnesses Of The 1955 Murder Of Emmett Till Awards Ceremony Part Of Year-long Efforts By Rep. Rush In Honor Of The 50th Anniversary Of Till's Death, As He Waits For Response By Department Of Justice
- (January 13, 2005) Congressman Bobby L. Rush And Metra Dedicate New Wrightwood Commuter Station
- (January 7, 2005) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Says Andrea Yates' Overturned Murder Conviction Presents Opportunity To Treat Postpartum Depression As Medical Condition Rather Than Criminal Behavior Rep. Rush Plans To Reintroduce His Postpartum Depression Bill In Late January
- (January 3, 2005) Statement By U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Regarding The Passing Of Former Congressman Shirley Chisholm (d-ny)
- (January 3, 2005) Statement By U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Regarding The Passing Of Congressman Robert T. Matsui
December 2004
- (December 22, 2004) Congressman Bobby L. Rush And Illinois Delegation Send Letter To Secretary Rod Paige Urging Reconsideration Of Department Of Education019s Decision To Cut Chicago Public Schools Tutoring Services
- (December 16, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Gives Needy Families In The First Congressional District Over 500 Food Baskets And $70,000 Worth Of Clothes
November 2004
- (November 19, 2004) Rush, Talent, Schumer & Rangel To Justice Department And State Of Mississippi: Expedite Emmett Till Murder Case New Resolution Would Speed Inquiry To Bring Emmett Till's Murderers To Justice
- (November 8, 2004) Statement By U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Regarding The Appointment Of Kwame Raoul To The Illinois State Senate
October 2004
- (October 25, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Hosts 2nd Annual Franchise Business Conference
- (October 19, 2004) U.S. Representative Bobby L. Rush Graduates "Homeownership" Participants /Congressman's Program Nears Goal of 1,025 New Homeowners in 3 Years
- (October 4, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Hosts Free Family Health Fair In Posen
September 2004
- (September 29, 2004) Congressman Rush Invites Mother Of Local Woman, Who Jumped To Her Death As A Result Of Postpartum Depression To Testify On Capitol Hill Carol Blocker Will Share Testimony In Support Of Passage Of Rush’s Bill
- (September 22, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Hosts District Business Week For Entrepreneurs October 4-8 At City And South Suburban Locations In The 1st Congressional District
- (September 13, 2004) U. S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Holds Congressional Hearing In Chicago To Discuss The Effects Of Television Violence On Children Meeting Part Of Official Committee Hearing By The Subcommittee On Telecommunication And The Internet Of The U.s. House Committee On Energy And Commerce
- (September 4, 2004) Congressman Rush And Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. Organize Emergency Meeting With Local Leaders To Respond To National Crisis In Sudan
August 2004
July 2004
- (July 23, 2004) Congressman Rush Statement On Meeting With Secretary Powell Regarding Sudan Crisis
- (July 15, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Arrested At Sudanese Embassy
- (July 15, 2004) Congressman Bobby Rush (D-Illinois) to be arrested at Sudanese Embassy
- (July 13, 2004) U.S. Representative Bobby L. Rush Graduates “Homeownership” Participants
- (July 12, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Hosts 10 Weeks to Homeownership Housing Conference to Increase African-American Homeownership
June 2004
- (June 25, 2004) Remarks By U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Postpartum Support International Renaissance Hotel Northbrook, Il.
- (June 14, 2004) Remarks By U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush On the State of African American Men Conference
May 2004
- (May 24, 2004) Statement By U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush On The Passing Of Columnist Vernon Jarrett
- (May 13, 2004) Message To America - "The Justice Department's Investigation of the Murder of Emmett Till"
- (May 13, 2004) Congressman Rush Holds 6th Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
- (May 12, 2004) Statement by U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush on Viewing the Iraqi Prison Abuse Images on Capitol Hill.
- (May 10, 2004) "Don't Count Us Out"
- (May 10, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Applauds Justice Department's Decision To Investigate Emmett Till Murder.
April 2004
- (April 28, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush (il.), Statement On The Forthcoming Book On Postpartum Depression By Actress Brooke Shields.
- (April 19, 2004) Remarks U.s. Rep. Bobby L. Rush 1st Congressional District Of Illinois extension Of The Federal Unemployment Benefitsmetcalf Federal Buildingchicago, Illinoismonday, April 19, 200410:00 A.m.
- (April 1, 2004) U.s. Rep. Bobby Rush Statement On The Transportation Equity Act.
March 2004
- (March 24, 2004) U.s. Rep. Bobby Rush & Cps Ceo Arne Duncan To Endorse Public/private School-to-work Program Legislation.
- (March 22, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Statement On The Death Of Sgt. Ivory Phipps
- (March 12, 2004) U.s. Rep. Rush To Announce Expanded Discount Prescription Drug Program Legislation.
- (March 1, 2004) U.s. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Statement Onhaitian President Aristide Resigning As President Of Haiti.
February 2004
- (February 19, 2004) Statement By U.s. Rep. Bobby L. Rush (d-il.)on The Death Ofsuntimes Columnist Steve Neal
- (February 17, 2004) U.s. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Emmett Till Press Conferencedusable Museum
- (February 14, 2004) U.s. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Calls For Emmett Till Murder Investigation
- (February 11, 2004) Statement Of Congressman Bobby L. Rushsubcommittee On Telecom And The Internet Hearing On An Examination Of The Fcc019s Broadcast Indecency
- (February 9, 2004) U.s. Rep. Rush Holds City Tax Assessment Appeal Workshop
January 2004
- (January 28, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Selected For New Committee Assignments On House Energy And Commerce Committee.
- (January 23, 2004) Statement By U.s. Rep. Bobby L. Rushon The Illinois State Supreme Court Ruling On Former Gov. Ryan Death Row Commutations
- (January 23, 2004) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Opens South Suburban District Office
- (January 20, 2004) U.s. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Robeson Stamp Resolution Becomes Reality
December 2003
- (December 18, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Will Give Needy Families Over 500 Bags Of Food & Over $70,000 Worth Of Donated Cloths.
- (December 18, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Will Give Needy Families Over $75,000 Worth Of Food & New Cloths.
- (December 5, 2003) U.s. Rep. Rush Statement On New Unemployment Numbers
- (December 3, 2003) Congressional Page Selected From The First Congressional District.
November 2003
- (November 28, 2003) The Medicare Modernization And Prescription Drug Act Of 2003
- (November 21, 2003) Bobby L. Rush Center For Community Technology Gets Boost With $1 Million Grant From Sbc Foundationrebirth Of Englewood Program To Foster Computer Skills Training, Business Development
- (November 15, 2003) Congressman Bobby L. Rushpress Conference Remarksevent Location: 95th/dan Ryan Bus Terminal-east Side 15 W.95th Streettime: 11: 00am
- (November 15, 2003) Franchise Conference Remarks University Of Chicago
- (November 9, 2003) U.s. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Holds International Franchise Conference
October 2003
- (October 28, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Holds Franchise Business Conference
August 2003
- (August 15, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush, Aarp, And The Rebirth Of Englewood Hold Back To School Give-a-way In Englewood.
July 2003
- (July 10, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Calls for U.S. Intervention in Liberia
- (July 7, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Graduates “Homeownership” Participants
June 2003
- (June 23, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush & Donors Forum Hold Grantsmanship Workshop
- (June 13, 2003) U.S. Rep. Rush & University of Chicago Hospital Hold Senior Health Fair
- (June 5, 2003) U. S. Rep. Bobby Rush Announces Minority Cable & Telecommunications Supplier Program
- (June 5, 2003) U.S. Rep. Rush Joins with the Congressional Black Caucus for Town Meeting on African American Health Disparities in Chicago
May 2003
- (May 14, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush (IL.), Postpartum Depression Illinois Alliance, and the American Psychological Association Push for Postpartum Depression Legislation
- (May 12, 2003) Congressman Rush Holds 5th Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
- (May 9, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush Introduces Telecommunications Ownership Diversification Act of 2003 (HR 2044)
April 2003
- (April 22, 2003) Illinois State Senator Hunter, U.S. Congressman Rush Support Legislation to Increase Punishment for Trespassing onto Field of Play
- (April 17, 2003) Congressman Rush Opens "Homeownership in Ten Weeks"
- (April 17, 2003) IIT Scientists Launch Quest for Better Biohazard Detectors $1 Million ederal Grant Awarded for Development of Handheld Devices
- (April 8, 2003) U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush Statement on the Death of Sargent Edward Smith
March 2003
- (March 18, 2003) Rep. Rush Responds to Pres. Bush Statement on Pending Military Action in Iraq
- (March 6, 2003) Rep. Rush Mourns the Loss of Alderman William Barnett
February 2003
- (February 18, 2003) Rep. Rush Joins Federal Lawsuit to End "Inactive" Registered Voter Status
- (February 10, 2003) Rep. Rush Joins Sen. Daschle in Push for Greater Education Funding
- (February 6, 2003) Rep. Rush Signs Onto Bill to Repeal President's Broad Authority to Take Military Actions Against Iraq
- (February 3, 2003) Rep. Rush Holds Congressional Hearing On Flawed Death Penalty System
January 2003
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