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Quigley Statement on SCOTUS Hearing Marriage Equality Cases

“The Supreme Court’s decision to take up the issue of same-sex marriage is a major step forward for lesbian and gay Americans who have long fought for their constitutional right to fairness and equality.  The Defense of Marriage Act is an affront to our country’s values of ‘life, liberty and ...

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Honoring Local First Chicago

"The impact that independent and locally owned businesses have on our communities comes as no surprise. The lasting economic, social, and environmental outcomes are essential to the growth and sustainability of our neighborhoods. More than seven years ago, a non-profit organization named Local First Chicago was formed with one purpose ...

2012 Press Releases

Quigley Elected Regional Whip by Democratic Colleagues

“It is an honor to have the confidence and support of my colleagues as I take on new leadership responsibilities as Regional Whip. As Congress works to solve the complex issues ahead, I am proud to be in a position to work closer with Democratic leaders and the members of ...

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1. Honoring Local First Chicago
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"The impact that independent and locally owned businesses have on our communities comes as no surprise. The lasting economic, social, and environmental outcomes are essential to the growth and sustainability ...
2. Quigley Joins New Democrat Coalition
(Latest News/2012 Press Releases)
... and opportunity.  In particular, I look forward to working with like-minded members of the Coalition to invest in new green technology and create jobs while simultaneously protecting the environment,” ...
... to block environmental protections WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) strongly spoke out against the House’s passage of the deceptive Stop the War on Coal Act (H.R. 3409), a ...
... and to weaken the protection of the environment in other ways.  But, not everybody’s got their head in the sand. Richard Muller, a physicist at the University of California, Berkeley, and a prominent ...
... plan must incorporate the voices of those who hold the pillars of environmentalism close to their heart: the reduce, reuse, recycle believers of the world.' Earlier this week, Rep. Mike Quigley delivered ...
"Global warming is real and the extreme weather and sound science demonstrate that this is so" said Rep. Mike Quigley. Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) spoke out on the House ...
We’ve been hard at work improving U.S.–Poland relations, reducing our deficit while keeping our military strong, fighting public corruption, protecting the environment, and connecting with constituents ...
“We have to learn from past environmental disasters and prioritize conservation over the profits of big oil companies,” said Rep. Quigley. WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley ...
Amendment to the Domestic Energy and Jobs Act mandates stronger consideration of environmental impact and protection before drilling for oil and gas in the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). Today, ...
... today the House will vote on yet another environmentally ruinous bill. This motion would instruct surface transportation conferees to retain the language of H.R. 2273, which prohibits the EPA from regulating ...
"H.R. 2578, the Conservation and Economic Growth Act, purports to create jobs by violating or eliminating over 35 laws that currently govern our land, air, water, and importantly, our nation’s borders," ...
12. Quigley Announces Staff Changes in Hill Office
(Latest News/2012 Press Releases)
... Director, Ms. Matese led the Congressman's policy team and advised him on all legislative matters ranging from the environment to LGBT equality to ethics and reform. A Hill veteran, Matese has previously ...
"Two years ago, the BP oil spill unleashed the largest environmental disaster in our nation’s history, with ecological and economic damage still felt today " CHICAGO – Today, U.S. Representative ...
DePaul University’s dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainability make it a shining example for other universities across the country," said Rep. Quigley." WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. ...
... U.S. debt reached $15.544 trillion on Monday. Now lawmakers in both chambers are trying to begin negotiations on a budget deal ahead of the November elections. They warn that a chaotic political environment ...
"We seek to end our dependence on foreign oil, a dependence that endangers our environment, hurts our economy and weakens our national security." said Rep. Quigley " "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. ...
17. Upcoming Events from Congressman Mike Quigley
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... March 21st from 5:30pm to 7:30pm Finding sources of funding as a smaller nonprofit in this new environment can often be bewildering, maze-like, and overwhelming. Experts at our grants workshop will ...
... or rush through the environmental permitting process, they must at least acknowledge the risks that come with it.  It is unconscionable to allow governments to take private land and place communities ...
... me to leave my sterile environment and travel to the Earl of Old Town to listen to Steve Goodman – and my first concert at The Aragon Ball Room to see Mott the Hoople, the New York Dolls.  Not to ...
... a GAO recommendation that an accrual accounting system be developed to apply to certain areas of the budget including retirement benefits and environmental liabilities. Requires CBO, in consultation ...
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