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Congresswoman Robin Kelly

@robinkelly.house.gov
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Proudly serving Illinois' 2nd Congressional District since 2013

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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 18h
Grief doesn’t end when the news cycles do; Chicago Survivors stays with families after gun violence. I was honored to join them at their gala with Po Murray of @newtownaction.org, who, like Chicago Survivors, knows the pain of gun violence and turned it into action.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 20h
As Hunger Action Month comes to an end, I want to commemorate the signing of the Food Stamp Act into law 49 years ago today. SNAP provides much-needed food security for millions of Americans. I will keep fighting to protect and restore what has been taken.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 21h
A Chicago resident was injured after being mistaken for a fugitive by ICE. After Operation Midway Blitz, Trump’s administration continues to purposefully target cities like Chicago and terrorize our communities with reckless, untrained agents. Congress must hold the administration accountable.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 28/09/2026
Thank you to @AIDSFoundationChi.bsky.social for having me speak at their 25th Annual Run & Walk last weekend! It was incredible to see a crowd united by the same purpose: fighting to end the AIDS crisis and supporting those currently living with HIV and AIDS.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 27/09/2026
On Gold Star Families Day, I honor and give gratitude to the families who bear the pain of the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. I remain committed to ensuring Gold Star families receive the support and benefits they deserve.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 27/09/2026
Happy National Public Lands Day! Today we appreciate our lands, celebrate the outdoors, and recognize the importance of our nation’s forests, parks, and waterways. I will continue to fight and protect our public lands to ensure a sustainable future!
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 26/09/2026
Today is World Contraception Day; it’s a reminder that contraception is a fundamental right in our country. My Access to Birth Control Act safeguards that right by preventing interference, intimidation, or harassment when trying to access essential reproductive health care.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 25/09/2026
HHS Secretary Kennedy took $12 million from the Office of Minority Health and used it for his own personal security. He is using money that was meant to help close the health disparity gap, and save lives, as his own personal spending cash. This administration’s corruption is endless.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 25/09/2026
Since the Big Ugly Law took effect, SNAP participation in Illinois has dropped 24%. That's thousands of families struggling to put food on the table so billionaires can get a tax break. This week, I talked with community leaders about what these cuts really mean.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 24/09/2026
September is #SickleCellAwarenessMonth, and it remains important that we raise awareness, promote research, and stay educated on sickle cell disease. To learn more, visit: sicklecelldisease.org
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 24/09/2026
President Trump’s vanity projects will cost more than $1.8 billion. That money could: Cover 1.7 million months of childcare or restore almost 430,000 families’ SNAP benefits or cover the monthly grocery costs of 1.8 million families He chooses himself. Every time.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 23/09/2026
Rural healthcare facilities should have the best available training and equipment to serve women and infants in maternity care deserts. The Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act tackles the growing maternal mortality crisis by ensuring patients can access the care they need closer to home.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 22/09/2026
Happy First Day of Fall, Illinois! May this season bring continued blessings, prosperity, and joy to you and your loved ones (and colder weather for a change!
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 21/09/2026
G’mar Chatima Tovah to those in Illinois’ second congressional district who observe Yom Kippur! May you have a blessed fast and a meaningful period of reflection.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 20/09/2026
Who you love does not impact your ability to serve. 15 years ago, the homophobic “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy was finally repealed. Despite this, President Trump and Secretary Hegseth continue to discriminate against transgender service members, and I will fight for their recognition.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 20/09/2026
On National POW/MIA Day, I remember and honor the brave members of our Armed Forces who are prisoners of war and those who remain missing in action. My heart and support are with their families, and pray that our servicemembers make it home safe.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 19/09/2026
Revoking press passes over unfavorable coverage is what authoritarian governments do, not American presidents. A free press asking hard questions isn't the enemy. Silencing it should worry every one of us, regardless of how you vote.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 18/09/2026
Trump’s war on Iran & his reckless tariff policies have driven diesel prices sky-high, forcing Illinois farmers to drain their pockets during harvest season. The sooner the war ends & ALL of Congress holds Trump accountable, the faster we can act to support our farmers.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 18/09/2026
Six years ago, the world lost a champion pioneer in women’s rights and equality, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Her life of strength, advocacy, and care for all Americans will never be forgotten. We must strive to continue her legacy. May she rest in peace.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 17/09/2026
This week, we only had three voting days before being sent home until after midterms. House Republicans canceled two whole WEEKS' worth of what could have been meaningful legislative business. We still have more work to do here in DC, and now it will be left incomplete.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 17/09/2026
“We the People.” The beginning of our Preamble enforces the idea that the power of our government belongs to the American people. This Constitution Day, I remain committed to serving Americans' best interests—not billionaires, corporations, or CEOs.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 16/09/2026
Trump’s EPA is putting our air and our environment at risk to please Big Polluters. Global warming is real; the science proves it, and this irresponsible administration is openly allowing greenhouse gas emissions to further contaminate our planet. This is DANGEROUS.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 16/09/2026
35% of Chicago households experience food insecurity. Programs like SNAP are what stand between a family and an empty fridge. President Trump and Republicans' cuts are making it worse. Healthy, nutritious food is a BASIC human right, and I will keep fighting to protect it.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 15/09/2026
Today is National Voter Registration Day, and your voice matters now more than ever. Tell your friends, family, & neighbors to register or confirm their registration status. Make sure you’re #VoteReady in Illinois at ova.elections.il.gov/Registration...
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 15/09/2026
A War Powers Resolution is up for a vote today, another opportunity to end this war. Republicans have a choice: vote to end it or keep supporting a war that's driven up costs for working families. I hope they join us in voting to end it and stop driving costs higher.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 15/09/2026
¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! This Hispanic Heritage Month, I want to honor the generations of Hispanic-Americans who helped shape Illinois’ second congressional district into what it is today. To a fruitful month and an even better future!
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 14/09/2026
Since President Trump started his war with Iran in February, families in my district have paid: 🏠 $991 more for housing 🧺 $310 more for groceries ⛽ $637 more in gas This is not the affordability he promised. It's the consequences of his actions.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 14/09/2026
Asking for help can be a difficult first step! Did you know that FindSupport.gov has tools to find care to support yourself or someone you love?
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 13/09/2026
Grateful to have spoken at the Black Maternal Health Policies and Strategies Panel about the great work the Bipartisan Maternity Care Caucus has been doing, from the Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act to the WELLS Act. Black maternal care is not a partisan issue; it is a human one.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 13/09/2026
If Trump can use his hand-picked Supreme Court justices to bypass congressional approval for a ballroom that even the Chief Justice thinks is “likely unlawful,” what else can he do? It is up to Congress to check the President’s power. But my Republican colleagues refuse to hold him accountable.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 12/09/2026
President Trump wants to bribe voters by offering $5,000 if Republicans win the midterms. Why not start with giving the tariff refunds to working families instead of corporations? He would not do that though, because Trump does not care about working people.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 12/09/2026
Distance should not prevent a mother from receiving proper maternal care. The Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act will ensure that millions of women living in rural areas, and their children, can access high-quality care without having to travel hours to do so.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 12/09/2026
Shanah Tovah! Wishing a happy Rosh Hashanah and a fruitful new year to the Jewish community in Illinois’ second congressional district and worldwide!
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 11/09/2026
Today marks the 25th anniversary of one of our nation’s greatest tragedies. We honor the 2,977 lives lost that day, the thousands more who either became ill or died from the toxins at Ground Zero, and care for those who still carry the weight of their losses. Never forget.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 10/09/2026
There’s nothing braver than taking tremendous pain and turning it into purpose. I am grateful to have been invited to speak at the National Center for Victims of Crime’s 2026 National Training Institute Panel. I remain committed to advocating for survivors’ rights and justice.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 10/09/2026
During Operation Midway Blitz, federal agents rappelled from helicopters into a South Shore apartment building, zip-tied families, and dragged children into the night. A year later, many of those same families still have nowhere to call home. That is reprehensible.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 09/09/2026
As Trump tries to ban books and erase Black history, Lonnie Bunch III spent his career doing the opposite: telling the truth about America. His leadership at the Smithsonian directly challenged those trying to sanitize our past. Congrats on your retirement, Secretary Lonnie!
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 09/09/2026
@RepBarragan.bsky.social, @RepYvetteClarke.bsky.social, @RepEmilyRandall.bsky.social and I, along with 49 colleagues, are again demanding that Secretary Kennedy and CMS Administrator Oz immediately cease the sharing of all Medicaid data with ICE. It is a shame that we have to say this again.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 09/09/2026
It’s been a year since Trump’s Operation Midway Blitz terrorized our neighborhoods, separated thousands of families, and instilled fear into our communities. However, our spirits are too strong to break. Together, we continue to stand against his efforts and support our neighbors.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 09/09/2026
Trump plans to desecrate Arlington National Cemetery’s sacred sightline to build an arch for himself. Meanwhile, Americans are struggling to get by, and our soldiers continue to fight his chosen war. Yet again, the President prioritizes his interests above the American people.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 08/09/2026
Happy birthday to the unconquerable and legendary Ruby Bridges! Her story and the legacy that followed remain an inspiration to us all. May her incredible courage remind each of us that no room is off-limits, and we all have the power to break barriers and change history.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 08/09/2026
Charissa Berrini was a joy to everyone who knew her. As a Blue Island native, her passion for uplifting her community, her family, and educating youth was unmatched. She will be deeply missed. May she rest in peace, and I send my deepest condolences to her loved ones.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 07/09/2026
This Labor Day, I’m thinking about the Pullman porters, who, in 1925, organized the first all-black union, the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters. Their fight helped build the labor movement and the Civil Rights Movement. I’ll keep protecting the right for workers to organize.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 07/09/2026
Honored to have been awarded Prep Insight Magazine’s Lifetime Achievement Award alongside my colleague, Rep. Danny Davis! My work does not stop here, however. As long as I am your representative, I will continue to diligently serve you and Illinois’ second district.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 05/09/2026
Last week, I was honored to be part of the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Access South Cook, a new accessible affordable housing development in the heart of Park Forest. Congrats to Park Forest, IFF, and all who helped to make the Southlands truly a home for everyone!
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 04/09/2026
Medicare will pay for dialysis after kidney failure, but not for the nutrition therapy that could prevent it. That's backwards. My Medical Nutrition Therapy Act fixes it by allowing Medicare to cover nutrition therapy to help prevent diseases.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 04/09/2026
Our skilled laborers and first responders who are helping our communities recover after the July and August severe storms are a testament to the spirit of the people of Illinois. Thank you for all that you have done; my gratitude is with you.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 04/09/2026
This week, I signed the discharge petition introduced by Rep. Massie, @khanna.house.gov & @fernandez.house.gov to force a vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act II. Epstein’s survivors deserve a real chance at justice, and this administration must stop protecting anyone who was involved.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 03/09/2026
“Woke” is not evil. “Woke” will not ruin this country. This administration’s attacks on DEI policies and programs are an attempt to dismantle hard-earned progress towards civil rights and equal opportunity. I will not let this happen.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly @robinkelly.house.gov · 03/09/2026
The road to recovery is hard, but no one should have to walk it alone. This National Recovery Month, I honor those who are on their journey and those who have yet to begin—your strength inspires us all.
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