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 Lipinski Supports Loan to Save American Auto Industry

Tough Bill Will Save Millions of Jobs, Force U.S.
Automakers to Restructure

 

 

[Washington, DC]  Representative Dan Lipinski (IL-03) helped pass H.R. 7321, the U.S. Auto Industry Financing and Restructuring Act.  At its core, this legislation would provide necessary bridge loans to prevent a potential near-term failure of domestic automakers.

 

Click here to read Congressman Lipinski's statement about the bill, in which he expresses the need to assist American automakers in order to save millions of jobs and maintain a strong manufacturing base that is necessary for America's economy and for national security.  The loan package requires the automakers to develop a long-term plan for viability and contains strong protections for American taxpayers.

 

 

NEW $700 BILLION WALL

 STREET BAILOUT STILL

FAILS TO PROTECT

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.

 

LIPINSKI HELPS PASS SECOND STIMULUS PACKAGE

Bill Creates American Jobs and Makes Critical Investments in Infrastructure and Transit

Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) helped pass the Job Creation and Unemployment Relief Act (H.R. 7110), a second economic stimulus package that aims to boost America's lagging economy and create good paying American jobs. 

"American families continue to experience great economic hardships," said Rep. Lipinski.  "Unemployment is the highest it has been since 1992 with the economy losing 605,000 jobs this year alone.  At the same time, it is estimated that the United States is in need of a $1.6 trillion investment in the next five years to replace aging infrastructure.  For nearly a year, I have made the case that an economic stimulus package should include investments in public infrastructure.  Investment in infrastructure is win-win for all Americans-funding is spent on projects that are desperately needed and good-paying jobs that cannot be exported are created."

 

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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

 

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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 Helps Welcome Pope Benedict XVI to the United States
“I am happy to help welcome Pope Benedict to Washington and proud to be a part of this historical event,” said Rep. Lipinski. “As a Roman Catholic, I know how important the Pope’s visit is to the one-quarter of Americans that belong to the Catholic Church. Anytime the Pope visits the United States it is truly a momentous event; I wish Pope Benedict a successful trip.” 

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.

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.

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