Press Releases
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: July 19, 2023
Washington DC- Today, Congressman Danny K. Davis stands alongside the Illinois Supreme Court in celebrating their groundbreaking decision to declare the elimination of cash bail constitutional. This landmark ruling establishes Illinois as the first state in the nation to abolish cash bail, reaffirming its commitment to a fair and just criminal justice system that respects the rights and dignity of all its citizens.
Chicago, IL — Congressman Danny K. Davis, representing the 7th District of Illinois, is proud to announce the introduction of historic legislation to establish the Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley and Roberts Temple National Historic Site in the State of Illinois. Joining Congressman Davis as original sponsors include Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02), Congressman Jonathan Jackson (IL-01), Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-00), Congressman Henry “Hank” Johnson (GA-04), and Congressman Andre Carson (IN-07). U. S.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: June 22, 2023
Davis speaking at Social Security hearing.
Strike the Last Word – Markup Social Security Bills HR 3667 and HR 3784 – 6/7/23
This week Members of Congress all over the country are asked to support bipartisan legislation to raise the debt ceiling and maintain the full faith and credit of the U. S. Government.
Chicago – On the 50th anniversary of the Safer Foundation and in honor of Second Chance Act Month, Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot proclaimed today Congressman Danny K. Davis Second Chance Day in Chicago, recognizing his contributions to helping 100,000 men and women through the Second Chance Act of 2007, of which he was the chief sponsor. In addition, the Safer Foundation will announce an honor at an event tonight, Congressman Danny K.