Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Reps. Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04), Grace Meng (NY-06) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) introduced bold legislation that would ensure a more inclusive and welcoming system to help new Americans achieve their American Dream.
Washington, D.C. – Today Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04) questioned Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and introduced H.R. 4813, the Keep Big Tech Out of Finance Act, which would block Facebook from developing its controversial Libra Project. The bill prohibits Facebook and other big tech companies from developing digital currencies.
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04), Mike Quigley (IL-05), and other Democratic members of the Illinois delegation sent a letter to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in response to HUD's proposed changes to the disparate impact rule. The disparate impact rule is a fundamental tool for enforcing the Fair Housing Act and has played a significant role in addressing structural inequalities in housing and financial markets.
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04) issued the following statement today about the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) strike:
"Decades ago I was a proud union member in my first jobs. I have a long-standing tradition of support for working men and women and the importance of collective bargaining. The teachers and staff who work in our schools do important and challenging work—educating our children. I stand with the members of the CTU and SEIU as I have always advocated for workers to organize for better wages and working conditions.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04), Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), and Congressman Mark Takano (CA-41) launched the Future of Transportation Caucus, which will be dedicated to creating a vision for the future of our transportation system that emphasizes equity, access, and sustainability. The caucus formally launched this morning and will feature a standing series of briefings and forums to generate awareness and policy discussions including sustainability, safety, and improved connectivity for all communities.
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García issued the following statement on the passing of Congressman Elijah Cummings, Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform and senior member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee:
Washington, D.C. - Congressmen Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04), Danny K. Davis (IL-07), Ruben Gallego (AZ-07) and Raúl M. Grijalva (AZ-03) are leading a letter to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Director Matthew Albence raising their deep concerns about reports that the agency is building an "urban warfare" training facility in Fort Benning, modeled after neighborhoods in Chicago and Arizona.
Washington, D.C. – Representatives Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04), Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), along with eight members of the Illinois delegation, sent a letter to American Airlines voicing their concerns over its plan to outsource 5,000 jobs overseas to foreign aircraft maintenance and repair stations. The Members, who represent communities served by two major Chicago airports, are troubled by the negative effects this decision may have on the safety of the national airspace as well as on the employees who may be displaced.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04) issued the following statement in response to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency's September 26th announcement to single out and attack Chicago and other sanctuary cities.
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04) issued the following statement in response to reports from yesterday that the U.S. Census Bureau Data Acquisition Branch has requested driver and identity card information, including citizenship status, from motor vehicle administrators around the country.