Serving the constituents of the 11th District is my top priority.
Whether traveling through the district or meeting with constituents visiting the nation’s Capitol, every week I have the privilege to work on behalf of 11th District constituents on the issues that matter most to them.
One of the most important functions of my office is to assist you in dealing with federal government agencies and bureaus. Government procedures can be confusing and, in the age of automated answering systems, often frustrating. Should you ever encounter difficulties in dealing with the federal government, please feel free to contact my Joliet District office at (815) 726-4998. My constituent services staff are trained to assist you in navigating the myriad of departments and phone numbers. They can direct you to the appropriate office, provide you with the necessary instructions, phone numbers or materials, or determine the status of an application.
My office also provides a number of other services. From helping secure tours of public landmarks in our nation’s capital, requesting flags flown over the Capitol building, to writing letters for special occasions and providing opportunities for internships, my office is ready to assist you. Click here to read more about services my office offers.
Please note: In order for my office to submit inquires to federal agencies on your behalf, we must receive a completed and signed Privacy Act Release Form, which you will receive after contacting my office. Additionally, please be sure to have on hand relevant documentation and reference numbers.
As a constituent, you are always welcome to contact my office; however, you are also invited and encouraged to use the resources included on my website which may answer many of your questions immediately.
Advocating for you
Click here to read about how you can best work with Federal government agencies and help my office advocate for you.
Services my office can provide
My office can serve you in a number of ways, including:
Veterans Services
Veterans comprise some of our finest Americans. Learn more about current services and programs offered, useful links, and other information for Veterans residing in the 11th District.
Getting your Passport
Whether you're having difficulty obtaining a passport or simply need one reissued, learn more here.
Help with a Federal Agency
If you can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, my office may be able to help resolve a problem or get you the information you need. While we cannot guarantee you a favorable outcome, we will do our best to help you receive a fair and timely response to your problem. Contact my office for assistance in dealing with Federal agencies.
Congressional Art Contest
The annual high school art competition that I sponsor in the 11th Congressional District. Learn more about the House of Representatives' nation-wide high school arts competition.
Internships
I run an internship program accepting college students interested in learning about the operations of a congressional office. In addition to general office support, interns assist my staff with constituent services, Capitol tours, and light research. Interns are also encouraged to attend hearings, lectures, and seminars available in Congress and around the Hill.
Service Academy Nominations
Each member of Congress, either in the House of Representatives or the Senate, is allowed a total of five appointees in each service academy. For each vacancy, I am allowed to nominate ten individuals. Learn more about the Service Academy Nomination process.
Order a U.S. Flag
Purchase a U.S. flag through my office. There is no limit on the number of flags you may order. You may also request that your new flag be flown over the Capitol. Flags may be flown for a particular person, event, or organization, and may be flown on a specific date. A certificate of recognition is included with each flag.
Page Program
High school juniors are eligible work as Pages in the U.S. House of Representatives for a fall or spring. There is no GPArequirement for Pages who work during the summer semester. While serving the House, Pages live in Washington D.C., at the Page Residence Hall, a few blocks away from the Capitol. During the academic year, Pages attend classes at the House Page School. Learn more about the House of Representatives Page Program.
Presidential Greetings
District Residents can request to receive a greeting from the President of the United States. Request a Presidential Greeting.
Grants
There are thousands of federal grant programs that your organization might be eligible for and I am often asked about what is available. Learn about the available resources to help eligible grantseekers find information on federal grants, loans, and nonfinancial assistance for projects, as well as on private funding.
Student Financial Aid
Learn about the process of locating and applying for financial aid.
Have Unclaimed Property?
Illinois is holding huge amounts of unclaimed property. Is some of it yours? Common forms of unclaimed property include savings or checking accounts, stocks, uncashed dividends or payroll checks, refunds, traveler's checks, trust distributions, insurance payments or refunds and life insurance policies, annuities, certificates of deposit, customer overpayments, utility security deposits, mineral royalty payments, and contents of safe deposit boxes.
Visiting Washington DC?
For those constituents visiting the Washington D.C. area, I am pleased to offer this information on local tours and points of interest. My office can also help you make arrangements for some of the more popular Federal attractions in our Nation's Capital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a link to frequently asked questions, in order to help you better find what you're looking for.
|
Sign up to receive the latest news and information about Debbie and what she's doing to help you!
