U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood (R-Peoria)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood (R-Peoria)
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Bill introduced to improve access to diabetic shoes through expanded provider authorization
Congressman Darin LaHood, representing Illinois' 16th district, has introduced the Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes Act in collaboration with Congresswoman Nanette Barragán of California's 44th district.
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Bipartisan bill aims to protect vulnerable children with new welfare measures
Congressmen Darin LaHood and Danny Davis have emphasized the significance of the newly passed Supporting America’s Families and Children Act in an op-ed published in the Chicago Tribune.
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Darin LaHood discusses legislation and appointments via social media
Congressman Darin LaHood shares recent activities through tweets dated February 20-21.
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Darin LaHood honors Presidents' Day and discusses community engagements
Congressman Darin LaHood reflects on historical leadership during Presidents' Day while also acknowledging local fire services and advocating for educational choice through meetings held in Washington D.C. and Peoria earlier this week
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Darin LaHood comments on Madigan verdict; introduces new legislation
U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood addressed significant issues through social media posts on February 12-13, 2025.
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Darin LaHood discusses fraud enforcement, housing issues, and border security measures
U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood addresses significant topics such as unemployment fraud enforcement through legislation, affordable housing discussions with realtors in Washington D.C., and ongoing border security concerns with proposed legal...
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LaHood's tax administration bill advances in House Ways and Means Committee
This week, the House Ways and Means Committee passed Congressman Darin LaHood's Electronic Filing and Payment Fairness Act.
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Darin LaHood addresses security risks, immigration spending, and Lebanese elections
U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood has raised concerns over national security threats posed by China's DeepSeek app while addressing immigration spending in Illinois and Chicago.
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Freight RAILCAR Act reintroduced by Congressmen LaHood and Schneider
Today, U.S. Representatives Darin LaHood and Brad Schneider, along with 39 other original cosponsors, reintroduced the Freight RAILCAR Act of 2025 in Washington, D.C. The legislation aims to incentivize the replacement and modernization of the...
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Congressman LaHood introduces bill aimed at simplifying US tax processes
Today, Congressman Darin LaHood introduced the Tax Administration Simplification Act, aiming to ease tax filing and payment processes for American families and small businesses.
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LaHood reappointed to key committee addressing US-China relations
Congressman Darin LaHood has been reappointed by Speaker of the House Mike Johnson to continue his role on the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, also known as the Select...
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Darin LaHood supports federal actions against Chicago and Illinois
Congressman Darin LaHood addresses key national issues through social media posts dated February 6-7, 2025.
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Darin LaHood criticizes state policies; attends National Prayer Breakfast
U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood expressed criticism of sanctuary city policies in Illinois while attending significant national events such as the National Prayer Breakfast alongside President Biden.
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Legislation introduced to ban DeepSeek AI software from US government devices
On February 6, 2025, Congressmen Darin LaHood and Josh Gottheimer introduced the No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act in Washington, D.C. The proposed legislation aims to prohibit the use and download of the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) AI...
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Congressman LaHood supports DOJ lawsuit against Chicago over immigration law violations
Today, Congressman Darin LaHood expressed his support for the Department of Justice's decision to take legal action against the City of Chicago, the state of Illinois, and Cook County.
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Darin LaHood discusses federal funding for police communications
Darin LaHood highlighted his efforts towards securing federal funding for local law enforcement communications on February 5, alongside expressing support for Pam Bondi as U.S. Attorney General.
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Darin LaHood emphasizes Panama Canal's role in U.S. security
Darin LaHood addresses significant issues related to U.S. national security and local economic development through social media posts dated February 3-4, 2025.
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Darin LaHood discusses fire department visit and introduces resolution during National Catholic Schools Week
In recent tweets from late January 2025, Congressman Darin LaHood thanked Chief Corl for showcasing emergency preparedness at the Cherry Valley Fire Department's training center and wished Speaker Johnson a happy birthday.
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Darin LaHood addresses Rockford Airport upgrades and tragedy at Reagan National
Darin LaHood discusses recent visits to Rockford Airport's development plans and Shining Star Children's Advocacy Center's contributions while expressing condolences following a tragedy at Reagan National Airport on January 29-30, 2025
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Lawmakers reintroduce resolution supporting National Catholic Schools Week
Congressman Darin LaHood, along with Congressman Richard Neal and Senators Eric Schmitt and Tim Kaine, has reintroduced a bipartisan resolution in support of National Catholic Schools Week.