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Reps. Davis, Cohen, Clyburn Lead Legislation to Create Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park

May 27, 2026

This month, Representatives Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Steve Cohen (D-TN), and James E. Clyburn (D-SC) led the House introduction of the Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, legislation to establish a multi-site National Historical Park honoring Julius Rosenwald, the Rosenwald Schools, and one of the most consequential educational and philanthropic partnerships in American history. Legislation would honor the Chicago business leader and philanthropist whose partnership with Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee Institute, and Black communities helped educate generations of African American children across the South. The bill’s introduction aligns with the anniversary of the historic Brown v. Board of Education ruling, which the Rosenwald Fund helped fund in its early stages, and with May being Jewish American Heritage Month.

Congressman Danny K. Davis Statement on the Retirement Announcement of Congressman Steve Cohen

May 15, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Danny K. Davis today issued the following statement regarding Congressman Steve Cohen’s announcement that he will not seek reelection to the United States House of Representatives:

Congressman Steve Cohen has dedicated his life to public service and social justice, and his retirement marks the conclusion of an extraordinary chapter in the history of the United States Congress.

Statement from Congressman Danny K. Davis on U.S. Supreme Court Decision Undermining Voting Rights

April 30, 2026

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April 30, 2026

Statement from Congressman Danny K. Davis on U.S. Supreme Court Decision Undermining Voting Rights

Washington, DC — Congressman Danny K. Davis issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision impacting voter protections and congressional redistricting:

Rep. Davis Celebrates Committee Passage of His Bills to Help Older Foster Youth Transition to Adulthood

April 30, 2026

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WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Danny K. Davis (D-IL) celebrated the unanimous passage by the House Committee on Ways and Means of two of his bills to help older foster youth transition to adulthood. Rep. Davis and Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL) lead the Fresh Starts for Foster Youth Act (H.R. 7529) to help foster youth transition to adulthood by resolving legal issues affecting housing, education, employment entry, and family conditions. Rep. Davis and Rep. Rudy Yakym (R-IN) lead the Support for Expectant and Parenting Foster Youth Act (H.R. 7655) to help expectant and parenting foster youth receive intensive case management, high-quality home visiting, and resource coordination so they and their children can thrive.

CONGRESSMAN DANNY K. DAVIS CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE HOUSE ACTION TO END UNAUTHORIZED WAR AND RESTORE CONGRESSIONAL AUTHORITY

April 9, 2026

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Chicago, IL — Congressman Danny K. Davis today joined House Democrats in calling for immediate passage of a War Powers Resolution to reassert Congress’s constitutional authority and prevent further escalation of U.S. military involvement abroad.

Following a coordinated effort led by House Democrats to bring the resolution forward, Congressman Davis emphasized the urgent need for congressional oversight and accountability.

CONGRESSMAN DANNY K. DAVIS MARKS ANNIVERSARY OF SECOND CHANCE ACT WITH CALL TO EXPAND REENTRY INVESTMENTS

April 9, 2026

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Chicago, IL — Congressman Danny K. Davis today commemorated the anniversary of the signing of the Second Chance Act, landmark bipartisan legislation he led in Congress to support individuals returning home from incarceration and strengthen communities through successful reentry.

Reps. Davis, LaHood Champion Bill to Help Foster Youth Transition to Adulthood by Improving Access to Legal Representation

February 26, 2026

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U.S. Representatives Danny K. Davis (D-IL) and Darin LaHood (R-IL) introduced the Fresh Starts for Foster Youth Act (H.R. 7529) to help foster youth transition to adulthood by resolving legal issues affecting housing, education, employment entry, and family conditions. Specifically, the bill would amend the Chafee Program to require States to consider legal issues affecting youth as part of case planning and to provide States with the option to use funds to support access to legal representation and counseling.

Rep. Davis Honors 40th Anniversary of National TRIO Day by Championing Bills to Help First-Generation, Low-Income, and Veteran Students Succeed in College

February 25, 2026

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Washington, D.C. - February 25 , 2026. In honor of the 40th Anniversary of National TRIO Day on February, 28 2026, Representative Danny K. Davis (D-IL) introduced the Dr. William W. Sullivan TRIO Upward Bound Student Stipend Support Act and the Earl N. Williams, Sr., First Chance Act to help vulnerable students succeed in college by modernizing the financial supports for participants in the TRIO Upward Bound and Student Support Services programs. The bills reject the Trump Administration’s efforts to gut essential TRIO programs that help students overcome barriers to higher education.

REP. DAVIS AND ILLINOIS DEMOCRATS DEMAND THAT TRUMP ADMINISTRATION COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW AND RELEASE $1 BILLION IN CHILD CARE AND SERVICES FUNDING

January 20, 2026

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REP. DAVIS AND ILLINOIS DEMOCRATS DEMAND THAT TRUMP ADMINISTRATION COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW AND RELEASE $1 BILLION IN CHILD CARE AND SERVICES FUNDING

STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN DANNY K. DAVIS ON PASSAGE OF THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION

January 8, 2026

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Today’s victory proves a simple truth: when Democrats stay unified, listen to the people, and remain focused on results, we win. A people united will never be defeated. Democrats are on a roll, and this vote shows exactly why. We are fighting for ordinary, everyday Americans—not billionaires and trillionaires who already have more than enough power over our economy and our democracy.