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Unemployment rates in the US have fallen to 3.5% - a record 50-year low!

While there's certainly more work to be done, @POTUS Biden's plan to rebuild the middle class is making significant progress for working Americans -- and these numbers prove that.

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Today’s jobs report shows that the economy added 528,000 jobs in July.

More people are working than at any point in American history. That’s no accident, it’s results.

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Wishing a Happy Birthday to my friend, and our 44th President, @BarackObama. Our nation is better off today because of your service and leadership. Lightbox link for post with description Wishing a Happy Birthday to my friend, and our...

Wishing a Happy Birthday to my friend, and our 44th President, @BarackObama.

Our nation is better off today because of your service and leadership.

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It's official: @USDA will continue to cover the costs of alternative formula through the end of September for WIC families.

With this added flexibility, MILLIONS of families will be able to get the help they desperately need during this shortage.

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Under a key WIC flexibility which is now extended through September, USDA is covering the added cost of non-contract formula to make it financially feasible for states to allow WIC participants to purchase alternate sizes, forms or brands of infant formula https://go.usa.gov/xSUtT

Under a key WIC flexibility which is now extended through September, USDA is covering the added cost of non-contract formula to make it financially feasible for states to allow WIC participants to purchase alternate sizes, forms or brands of infant formula https://go.usa.gov/xSUtT Lightbox link for post with description Under a key WIC flexibility which is now extended...
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I’m heartbroken to hear that Rep. Jackie Walorski and her staffers Emma and Zachery were killed in a tragic car accident earlier today. My thoughts go out to their loved ones as they face this unimaginable loss.

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#BREAKING: U.S. Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (R-Indiana) has been killed in a crash that happened at 12:32 P.M. in Elkhart County on S.R. 19 south of S.R. 119.

#BREAKING: U.S. Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (R-Indiana) has been killed in a crash that happened at 12:32 P.M. in Elkhart County on S.R. 19 south of S.R. 119. Lightbox link for post with description #BREAKING: U.S. Congresswoman Jackie Walorski...
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My office is NOW accepting applications for military academy nominations! If you're a high school student in Northwest or Central Illinois interested in applying please visit: https://bustos.house.gov/helping-you/military-academy-nominations-faq/ Lightbox link for post with description My office is NOW accepting applications for...

My office is NOW accepting applications for military academy nominations!

If you're a high school student in Northwest or Central Illinois interested in applying please visit: https://bustos.house.gov/helping-you/military-academy-nominations-faq/

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Last night, the Senate FINALLY passed the PACT Act! Thank you to the many veterans, advocates and concerned citizens that raised their voices and helped get this bill over the finish line.

Next step: @POTUS' desk to be signed into law! ...https://www.npr.org/2022/08/02/1115325176/pact-act-veterans-burn-pits-toxins-passes-senate

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.@HHSGov, @USDOL and @USTreasury made it clear - contraceptive coverage is GUARANTEED at no additional cost under the Affordable Care Act regardless of what state you live in. https://www.axios.com/2022/07/28/biden-administration-birth-control-aca

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I'm so excited that the former home of the Rockford Peaches is set to become a museum! The history of women's sports is so important -- and I know this facility will inspire generations to come. https://www.wcia.com/news/womens-baseball-museum-to-honor-legacy-of-rockford-peaches/

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Yesterday, @POTUS delivered on his promise to protect Americans from terrorist threats with the death of Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, who played a key role in 9/11. Thank you to our intelligence & counterterrorism folks for keeping us safe & making this operation a success.

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Happening Now: President Biden addresses the nation on a successful counterterrorism operation. https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1jMJgeBVmkAKL

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Cheri is a proud mother and grandmother. Here she is pictured with her husband, Gerry Bustos, and her three sons.
Created in 2009, the Congressional Women’s Softball Game brings together women from both parties to raise awareness for breast cancer. In 2013, her first year on the team, Cheri was named Most Valuable Player.
The Illinois Hospital Association named Cheri the 2016 Rural Legislator of the Year. Cheri’s previous work in the healthcare industry led her to become a strong advocate for small and rural hospitals and the services they provide to communities across Illinois.
Cheri works hard every day to honor the sacrifices of veterans and service members. On Memorial Day this year, she spoke at the LZ Peace Memorial in Rockford, honoring those who fought in Vietnam and died from the effects of Agent Orange.
Cheri strongly supports normalizing relationships with Cuba to benefit Illinois’ agriculture economy, and joined President Obama on his trip to Cuba in March. Pictured here with the other Illinois delegates and the family of Jackie Robinson, Cheri used the trip as an opportunity to explore developing commerce and agricultural relationships between Illinois and Cuba.
Cheri is proud to work with Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer on the Make It In America agenda, the House Democrats’ ongoing plan to better address the challenges facing America’s families and middle class, and make sure everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
As a member of the House Transportation Committee, Cheri often works with partners across the aisle to bring necessary change to our country’s transportation system. In 2015, she helped lead the fight to pass the first long-term highway funding bill in 10 years.
As a member of the House Committee on Agriculture, Cheri is a strong voice for family farmers in our region, making sure their voices are heard on the national level.
As an advocate for female-owned small businesses and closing the gender wage gap, Cheri was thrilled to have the opportunity to meet Lilly Ledbetter, who spearheaded the fight for equal pay that led to the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.
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