Darin LaHood
@RepLaHood
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Proudly representing the 16th District of Illinois. Member of @WaysandMeansGOP, @HouseIntel, and @ChinaSelect
Peoria, IL
Joined September 2015
Not. Done. Yet. Final Four bound!! #ILL
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This is excellent news for #IL16 farmers and producers! The new RFS rules will provide more certainty for our ag and biofuels industries, drive economic growth in our rural communities, and strengthen domestic energy security.
The Trump EPA just finalized a historic Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) “Set 2” Final Rule, advancing President Trump’s vision of strengthening American energy dominance.
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As a member of the Congressional EMS Caucus, I’m committed to ensuring our firefighters and EMS personnel have the tools they need to serve the people of #IL16. I appreciate Putnam EMS Chief Andrew Jackson and Clark County EMS Director Chace Bramlett for meeting in my DC office
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The run continues!! Illinois ➡️ Elite 8. #ILL
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I always appreciate meeting with school groups from #IL16 on their trips to DC! It was great to speak with 8th grade students from Morton to go over my role as their congressman and what’s happening on the House floor this week. This group has a bright future ahead of them!
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It was great to meet with March of Dimes CEO Cindy Rahman and her team in DC to discuss critical legislation to support moms, babies, and families — including the PREEMIE Reauthorization Act which I was proud to vote for last month. I appreciate their continued advocacy to
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The Medal of Honor is the highest award for members of our military, earned for extraordinary acts of bravery in combat. Today we recognize the courage, sacrifice, and commitment to our nation of those who have earned this incredible distinction — including Peoria’s own Lt. Col.
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Sheridan Gorman’s death was entirely preventable, but Illinois’ reckless sanctuary policies prioritize protecting criminal illegal immigrants instead of our citizens. While Gov. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson refuse to correct these misguided policies, our Senators are
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DHS confirmed Venezuelan national Jose Medina-Medina, accused of killing Loyola student Sheridan Gorman, entered the U.S. under the Biden administration and was caught and released.
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Enjoyed visiting with Wenona Mayor Janie Bade during my time in Marshall County to talk about upcoming plans for the city and how my office can be of assistance. I appreciate Mayor Bade and her team for their leadership and service to the people of Wenona!
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Happy National Agriculture Day! America’s farmers and producers are the backbone of our nation — and #IL16 is home to some of the best! Thank you for your tireless work to feed and fuel our country!
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Congratulations to @SenMullin on being confirmed as Secretary of Homeland Security!! I’m confident he’ll lead DHS effectively and I look forward to working with him to strengthen our national security, keep our borders secure, and protect the American people!
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.@IVCCEagles goes above and beyond to invest in students and set them up for success. Thanks to President Tracy Morris and this bright group of students for sharing their ideas on policies that will expand access to higher education and academic opportunities. Go Eagles!
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Honored to join Mayor Dan Brady and Chief Jamal Simington at the Bloomington Police Department today to announce the $556,900 of federal funding my office secured to upgrade technology at their Real Time Information and Crime Center This investment will improve response times,
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On Friday, I joined @DiscoverPeoria_ CEO JD Dalfonso, members of his board, Peoria Park District President Robert Johnson, local tourism leaders, and Peoria Heights Mayor Matt Wigginton for a roundtable discussion on how we can set up Greater Peoria for long-term success. We
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No better way to cap off National Agriculture Week than meeting with my Ag Advisory Board! Grateful to @ILFarmBureau President Philip Nelson and this knowledgeable group of farmers and producers from across #IL16 for taking the time to meet with me in Lee County this morning.
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It was an honor to attend the Naturalization Ceremony at the Peoria Public Library today to congratulate the 91 new American citizens who took the Oath of Allegiance to the United States. The room was filled with patriotic and proud individuals who went through the proper
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We cannot allow the CCP to corner the market on our medicines and overtake American leadership in biotechnology. I appreciate BIO CEO John Crowley and Biogen Chief Acess Officer Chris Leibman for meeting with me after our @ChinaSelect hearing to provide a further update on the
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Representing one of the largest ag district’s in the nation, I’m always grateful for the opportunity to hear from members of @ilcorn and @ILFarmBureau — especially during National Agriculture Week! It was great to get their input on legislation that will support our biofuels
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FISA 702 is an indispensable tool that has supported countless successful military operations, protected our men and women overseas, and provided vital information for our daily national security. At today’s @HouseIntel Worldwide Threats Assessment hearing, I was glad to learn
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