Rep. Lauren Underwood

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80% of maternal deaths in America are preventable, and the Momnibus is designed to stop them. @senbooker @repadams Full video here: youtu.be/oVmJdDbiWPQ?si…

.@senbooker, @RepAdams, and I have officially reintroduced the Momnibus: 14 evidence-based bills to end the maternal health crisis in America and save moms’ lives.

The #Momnibus is an evidence-based, comprehensive package of 14 bills designed to end our nation’s maternal health crisis. Learn more about each one here: linktr.ee/momnibus

It's official: The #Momnibus has been introduced in the 119th Congress!

My friends Charles and Gabby from @4kira4moms came to the Capitol today to celebrate the reintroduction of the #Momnibus, 14 historic pieces of legislation to end the maternal health crisis in America and save moms’ lives.

I secured over $1 million in federal funding to deliver clean drinking water from Lake Michigan to Joliet.

Honored to receive the 2026 YMCA Congressional Champion Award! I’m so proud of how our local YMCAs show up to support families in our community and am looking forward to continuing that important work together.

Constituents are asking me, “What’s going on with funding for ICE?” Let me explain with my favorite treat from the 14th District.

Our bill to rename the Plainfield Post Office to honor the life and legacy of Staff Sergeant Jose Dueñez Jr. is headed to the floor! military.com/daily-news/202…

Everyone deserves access to clean drinking water. I secured over $1 million to replace water pipes in Oglesby impacted by lead. starvedrock.media/wlpo/us-rep-un…

I’ve been getting a lot of questions about what it was like viewing the unredacted Epstein Files. This was my experience:

Apparently, there’s enough money to give a blank check to ICE but not enough money to address flooding in our community.

Kristi, good luck at your new job. Because when we retake the majority, we're holding you accountable for the last one you had.

Trump and Republicans in Congress worked night and day to deliver a huge tax break to billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos. Families in our community are the ones who are paying the price.

I just viewed the Epstein files. A few things are clear: 1. Trump’s name is all over them. 2. The DOJ is breaking the law and denying the victims justice. 3. A single 3-hour viewing was not enough time. I will be back. If you have questions, let me know in the comments.

Community Project Funding is an opportunity for local governments and non-profit organizations to apply for direct federal funding. Applications are open now and are due this Friday, at 6:00 pm ET. For more information, visit my website: underwood.house.gov/services/commu…

My two new bills help families in our community buy fresh, healthy food directly from local Illinois farmers. shawlocal.com/news/2026/02/0…

I secured over $1 million in federal funding to replace water pipes in Oglesby and make sure our community’s drinking water is clean and safe.

The SNAP changes from Republicans’ Big Ugly Bill went into effect on February 1. Here’s what they could mean for you and your family: