It has been almost two decades since the Child Tax Credit was introduced and over 12 years since the Child Tax Credit was last expanded.
Category: Family Issues
SUPPORT THE BLAIR HOLT FIREARM LICENSING AND RECORD OF SALE ACT OF 2015, HR 3888 (v. 3)
Gun violence continues to devastate our communities. In 2015 alone, 9,956 people have been killed and 20,000 people injured in gun-related incidents across the United States. In Chicago alone, as of November 3, 2015, there have been 2,578 shootings so far this year. This figure exceeds the number of shootings in the larger cities of New York and Los Angeles combined.
Co-Sponsor H.R. 3967- The Stop Social Security Garnishment for Student Debt Act (v. 2)
Join us in protecting Social Security benefits by cosponsoring Stop Social Security Garnishment for Student Debt Act.
Help Make High School Football Safer
I write today to invite you to join me as a co-sponsor of H.R. 3986, the High School Football Safety Study Act of 2015.
Cosponsor the Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act
As we honor our nation’s family caregivers this November, we hope you will join us in cosponsoring H.R. 3913, the Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2015.
Help Strengthen Anti-Hunger Programs: Co-Sponsor the Anti-Hunger Empowerment Act of 2015
As we approach the busy holiday season, let us not forget about the millions of individuals and families in our communities who will go without food. Hunger is still a problem that affects millions of Americans, and sadly it is only getting worse.
Sign letter urging Ways and Means to act on pending DMEPOS cuts
The rate cuts set to be put in place on January 1, 2016 for the Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS) program are going to have a devastating impact on many of our constituents.
BRIEFING: Current State of HIV Care in the U.S.
I wanted to bring your attention to this briefing invitation you should have already entitled Current State of HIV Care in the U.S.
Cosponsor HR3366: Teach our Teachers- Teacher Student Loan Forgiveness
As it stands, the Higher Education Act does not allow hard working and underpaid teachers to qualify for both teacher and public service loan forgiveness. This provision greatly restricts young educators and places undue financial burdens on them. H.R. 3366 will help alleviate the financial struggle that these highly skilled teachers face while entering the workforce.
Cosponsor HR3834: GEAR UP for Counseling
As you know, the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) program serves economically disadvantaged students. Countless studies have shown that the most significant indicator of success at all levels of education is family income.