Press Releases
September 13, 2016
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WASHINGTON, DC—Rep. Darin LaHood sent a letter to US Senate Leadership today urging the chamber to take up and pass H.R. 5312 – the Networking and Information Technology Research and Development Modernization Act of 2016. H.R. 5312, introduced by Rep.
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August 31, 2016
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PEORIA, IL—Rep. Darin LaHood participated in a panel discussion yesterday hosted by the University of Illinois with state and local lawmakers, business officials, university administrators, and community leaders to discuss the local economy of Peoria and how to continue partnerships that jumpstart economic growth.
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August 25, 2016
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PEORIA, IL- Today Rep. LaHood issued the following statement in response to the release of Illinois Exchange Rates under the Affordable Care Act (ACA):
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August 23, 2016
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Rep. LaHood Hosts General Aviation Roundtable
PEORIA, IL— Today Congressman Darin LaHood hosted a General Aviation Round Table at Mount Hawley Auxiliary Airport to bring together general aviation stakeholders and pilots to discuss the transportation issues facing small airports, rural areas, and the GA community.
August 19, 2016
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PEORIA, IL— Congressman Darin LaHood released the following statement in response to the State Department’s comments confirming U.S. exchanged $400 million cash payment for the release of American prisoners:
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July 15, 2016
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Bipartisan House bill addresses Great Lakes preservation, restoration, and management
WASHINGTON, D.C. —U.S. Representatives Darin LaHood (IL-18), Debbie Dingell (MI-12), and Candice Miller (MI-10) introduced bipartisan legislation yesterday to support fish and wildlife in the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2016, last reauthorized in 2006, directs the U.S.
July 13, 2016
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WASHINGTON, DC—Rep. Darin LaHood participated in debate on the House Floor, advocating in support of the Conscience Protection Act (S. 304) which amends the Public Health Service Act to stop Federal, State, and local governments from penalizing, retaliating, or discriminating against a health care provider if that provider chooses not to participate in abortion services.
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July 8, 2016
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WASHINGTON, DC—Today, legislation to address the alarming rise of opioid and heroin abuse and overdose in our nation cleared another hurdle and is now one step closer to the President’s desk.
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July 6, 2016
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WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Rep. Darin LaHood participated in debate on the House Floor, advocating in support of H.R. 2646 - the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2016, a measure that would overhaul mental health care in the United States.
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Rep. Darin LaHood Commends Scotus Decision Barring Unilateral Executive Action On Immigration Reform
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Rep. LaHood released the following statement applauding the Supreme Court ruling in U.S. v. Texas, which upheld a Texas federal district court’s decision prohibiting the Obama Administration from using executive action to implement the Deferred Action for Parent of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents program.
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