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HR 4197 - LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025
Gabe Amo , Gabe Amo , Becca Balint , Becca Balint , Suzanne Bonamici
Last updated about 1 month ago
95 Co-Sponsors
LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025
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HR 4103 - Break the Cycle of Violence Act
Gabe Amo , Gabe Amo , Gabe Amo , Nanette Barragán , Nanette Barragán
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283 Co-Sponsors
Break the Cycle of Violence Act
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HR 4157 - Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act
Becca Balint , Suzanne Bonamici , Salud Carbajal , André Carson , Greg Casar
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70 Co-Sponsors
Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act
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HCONRES 38 - Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Gabe Amo , Yassamin Ansari , Becca Balint , Nanette Barragán , Ami Bera
Last updated about 2 months ago
74 Co-Sponsors
Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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HR 930 - Stop the Wait Act of 2025
Yassamin Ansari , Nanette Barragán , Sanford Bishop , Suzanne Bonamici , Brendan Boyle
Last updated 6 months ago
78 Co-Sponsors
Stop the Wait Act of 2025
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HR 4099 - Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act
Gabe Amo , Yassamin Ansari , Jake Auchincloss , Nanette Barragán , Joyce Beatty
Last updated about 1 month ago
133 Co-Sponsors
Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act
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HR 3694 - VALID Act of 2025
Jake Auchincloss , Jack Bergman , André Carson , Sean Casten , Joaquin Castro
Last updated 2 months ago
42 Co-Sponsors
VALID Act of 2025
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HR 2994 - Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit Enhancement Act of 2025
Brendan Boyle , Julia Brownley , André Carson , Judy Chu , Emanuel Cleaver
Last updated 3 months ago
24 Co-Sponsors
Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit Enhancement Act of 2025
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HR 4176 - No Secret Police Act of 2025
Yassamin Ansari , Yassamin Ansari , Yassamin Ansari , Yassamin Ansari , Becca Balint
Last updated about 1 month ago
214 Co-Sponsors
No Secret Police Act of 2025
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HR 2232 - Protecting Access to Ground Ambulance Medical Services Act of 2025
Cliff Bentz , Suzanne Bonamici , Mike Carey , Danny Davis , Shomari Figures
Last updated 5 months ago
21 Co-Sponsors
Protecting Access to Ground Ambulance Medical Services Act of 2025
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Danny K. Davis, born on September 6, 1941, in Parkdale, Arkansas, is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving Illinois's 7th Congressional District since 1997. The district encompasses much of western Chicago, including the Loop, and several inner western suburbs such as Bellwood, Oak Park, and River Forest.
Before his congressional tenure, Davis was deeply involved in Chicago's political landscape. He served as Alderman of the 29th Ward from 1979 to 1990, becoming the first political independent elected on the West Side in the modern era. Following this, he was a member of the Cook County Board of Commissioners from 1990 to 1996.
In Congress, Davis has been a steadfast advocate for civil rights, healthcare reform, and education. He has played a pivotal role in passing significant legislation, including the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act, the Second Chance Act, the Jackie Walorski Memorial Act, and the Sickle Cell Education and Treatment Act.
Davis is married to Vera G. Davis, and they have two sons, Jonathan and the late Stacey. He is a member and Deacon of the New Galilee M.B. Church.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in History from Arkansas Agricultural, Mechanical and Normal College , 1961.
- Master of Science in Guidance from Chicago State University, 1968.
- Doctorate in Public Administration from the Union Institute in Cincinnati, Ohio, 1977.
Political Experience
- U.S. House of Representatives: Serving Illinois's 7th Congressional District since 1997.
- Cook County Board of Commissioners: Member from 1990 to 1996.
- Chicago City Council: Alderman of the 29th Ward from 1979 to 1990.
- Democratic Committeeman: 29th Ward, Chicago, from 1984 to 2000.
- State Central Committeeman: 7th District, Illinois Democratic Party, from 1998 to present.
Throughout his career, Davis has been a prominent figure in advocating for social justice, healthcare access, and educational opportunities, reflecting his commitment to the constituents of Illinois's 7th District.
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