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July 31, 2024
I have dedicated my Congressional career to improving the child welfare system, and I was delighted to participate in the Child Welfare Transformation Convening by the White House this week. The speakers highlighted the Biden-Harris accomplishments in strengthening families and ignited a commitment to innovation. Please read my comments below.
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Davis Advocates Passage of His Bipartisan Child Welfare with Rep. LaHood
July 24, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Danny K. Davis (D-IL) celebrated the passage by the House Committee on Ways and Means of his bipartisan legislation with Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL) to reauthorize and reform child welfare programs under Title IV-B of the Social Security Act. The bipartisan Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act (H.R. 9076) delivers the first increase in guaranteed funding since 2006. With approximately 369,000 children currently in foster care, this legislation offers vital assistance to help strengthen and keep families together and support the safety and well-being of children in foster care.
July 24, 2024

Out of respect for the country of Israel and the Israeli people, I shall be attending the joint session with Prime Minister Netanyahu, but please know that I am not in agreement with his policies regarding the war in Gaza or positions regarding humanitarian and medical aid to Palestinians in need.

July 2, 2024

     Chicago, IL – Congressman Danny K. Davis is pleased to share the results of a recent constituent survey regarding opinions on presidential immunity from prosecution.

July 1, 2024

     Chicago –Today, Congressman Danny K. Davis issued a statement in strong support of President Joe Biden's announcement to extend overtime protections to millions of American workers.

June 19, 2024

Chicago  – Congressman Danny K. Davis proudly acknowledges and celebrates Juneteenth as a significant day of reflection, unity, and progress for our nation.

June 18, 2024

U.S. REP. DANNY K. DAVIS JOINS BOOKER, BROWN, VAN HOLLEN TO INTRODUCE BICAMERAL, BIPARTISAN WORLD SICKLE CELL AWARENESS DAY RESOLUTION

May 31, 2024

Chicago, IL -Congressman Danny K. Davis (IL-07) is proud to announce the awarding of several significant federal grants to support essential community services and educational programs in the Chicago area. These grants, totaling over $14.7 million, will enhance healthcare, education, and social services for residents across the city.

April 30, 2024

As a Congressional representative, I am deeply committed to peace and justice both domestically and internationally, and I am particularly concerned about the ongoing violence between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza, where thousands of innocent civilians, especially Palestinians, are bearing the brunt of brutal, unfathomable violence.