Illinois Open Letters

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

Immediate Action Needed for Additional FEMA Relief Funding

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concern about the delay in passing additional FEMA relief funding. As disasters continue to affect communities across the country, it is crucial that we provide the necessary resources to help people recover and rebuild. Our neighb

From a verified voter in Chicago, IL

Please support the Long Covid Research Moonshot Act currently being introduced by Ilhan Omar. Long Covid is a serious condition and the many Americans living with it need support and research.

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

support disabled people's federal benefits

please support disabled people by moving either the SSI Savings Penalty Elimination or Supplemental Security Income Restoration act forward. Disabled peo ple face enough discrimination in their struggle already that it is up to us to follow through on making the federal systems of support functional

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

Modernize SSI to empower beneficiaries with savings, income

This bill aims to update and modernize the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program to better support people with disabilities and low-income seniors. Some key provisions would substantially increase the income limits, asset limits, and monthly benefit amounts for SSI recipients. The bill recogniz

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

Pass the SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act

The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides critical financial assistance to millions of low-income individuals with disabilities and seniors. However, the current resource limit of $2,000 for individuals and $3,000 for couples has remained stagnant since 1989, failing to account for inf

From a verified voter in Elmhurst, IL

I’m writing with deep concern over the most recent attacks in the Middle East. Specifically, the exponential rise in the death toll in Lebanon amid an escalation in hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah is a reminder of the crucial need for all parties to the conflict to abide by their obligation

From a constituent in Saint Charles, IL

Postal banking for financial inclusion, support underserved communities

A public banking option through the U.S. Postal Service could provide affordable financial services to underserved communities. As Senator Elizabeth Warren highlighted, the Postal Service Office of Inspector General's report found that offering basic services like bill paying, check cashing and smal

From a verified voter in Evanston, IL

I am writing to urgently ask that the Senator co-sponsor Senator Bernie Sanders Joint Resolution of Disapproval to block additional weapons packages to the Israeli government. Sending these weapons is against US and international law, and fuels the Israeli government's genocide against Palestinians

From a constituent in Gilberts, IL

Having just watched John Oliver’s latest report on how this, the most powerful and wealthy country to ever exist, treats disabled people on SSI, frankly I think not one member of Congress should be allowed to leave the Capital Building until a just, humane, and civilized system is implemented immedi

From a verified voter in Evanston, IL

Increase funding for spay and neuter programs

Increasing funding for spay and neuter programs is crucial for addressing pet overpopulation and reducing the burden on animal shelters. Accessible and affordable spay/neuter services help prevent unwanted litters, reduce intake numbers at shelters, and ultimately save more animal lives. By investin

From a verified voter in Chicago, IL

Call for Expulsion of JD Vance

Please introduce a resolution for the expulsion of J.D. Vance from the Senate based on his racist, false, and incendiary recent statements that have inflamed threats of terrorism in Ohio. It should not be acceptable for a sitting senator to make these kinds of comments publicly, and the rest of the

From a constituent in Elmhurst, IL

Please join Bernie Sanders in a Joint Resolution of Disapproval regarding the sale of offensive weapons to Israel. Sadly, and illegally, much of the carnage in Gaza has been carried out with U.S.-provided military equipment. Providing more offensive weapons to continue this disastrous war would viol

From a verified voter in Medinah, IL

Call terrorism what it is

Allowing Israel to turn civilian devices into bombs is terrorism. Innocent people are dying and our country is supporting it. I remain so disgusted at our government for supporting not only a genocide, but now terrorism. Do better. I truly do not understand how anyone in the WH can sleep at night kn

From a constituent in Decatur, IL

End use of X-Twitter & Space X

Responsible public servants need to boycott X-Twitter. Using a social media platform owned by a billionaire who "jokes" about assassination attempts is inappropriate for elected officials who claim to represent all of their constituents, and not just the ones who agree with Musk's bigoted views. It

From a constituent in Champaign, IL

Please support H.R. 9076 when it reaches the house floor. Native families deserve support from the federal government, especially when it comes to keeping Native children with Native families. This bill includes critical provisions for tribes that receive funding under the Title IV-B child welfare

From a constituent in Long Grove, IL

Demand Justice for Palestinian Prisoners' Rights Violations

The systemic human rights violations against Palestinian prisoners outlined in this fact sheet are deeply concerning. Detaining over 9,500 Palestinians, including 80 women and 200 children, often without charge or due process through administrative detention, is a grave injustice. Israel's policy of

From a constituent in Chicago, IL

END SHOTSPOTTER CONTRACT

Wanted to take the time and express my support for ending the contract with the company that operates the Shotspotter technology.

From a constituent in Decatur, IL

Censure Sen. Vance & his lies

Senator Vance should be censured for his hateful, racist lies about Haitian immigrants and the neighbors of his constituents. He has put the people of Ohio in danger with his lies. His behavior is inappropriate for a Senator and US citizen.

From a constituent in Long Grove, IL

Hold Israel accountable, halt arms over activist's killing

The tragic killing of American activist Aysenur Eygi by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank during a peaceful protest is an unacceptable violation of human rights. This incident underscores the urgent need to hold the Israeli government accountable for its excessive use of force and disregard f

From a verified voter in Chicago, IL

The Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act

I am a supporter of Life Span, an organization that helps survivors of domestic violence and needs federal funding to continue to provide legal represent ation and counseling to survivors. Thanks to lifespan, I am also a survivor, and now a Board member! e Victims Fund by temporarily adding excess f