April 2008

News

4.28.08-Got an idea on how Congress should be run?
In what he calls a new twist on an old idea, U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam of Wheaton is doing just that, seeking a few good ideas from area constituents in the 6th Congressional District -- ideas that actually could become law. >>Read More

4.28.08-Republicans lend support for 'Oughta Be a Law' initiative
Pioneer Press- U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam, R-6th, of Wheaton, is taking a cue from many popular reality shows and is inviting other Illinois Republicans to join him. >>Read More

4.28.08-VIDEO: Roskam asks voters to pitch new laws
The best ideas for new laws often come not from legislators, but from the people who vote them into office, U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam, R-6th District, of Wheaton said Monday. >>Read More

4.25.08-'It's easy being green'
Students of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School in Glen Ellyn sported green T-shirts and pants. Some of the children displayed green tattoos on their cheeks or foreheads. And a number of teachers and parents joined in by wearing green clothes. It was definitely a time to think green as the school held its Earth Day celebration April 22. >>Read More

4.23.08-60 mpg? How about 100?
Daily Herald- The Ewerts' modified car was among dozens of alternative fuel vehicles on display Tuesday at an Earth Day event at Wheaton College. U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam kicked off the event by saying America must end its dependence on foreign oil. In the 1950s, the U.S. imported about 3 percent of its energy needs. Roskam said the nation now is importing almost 22 percent of its crude oil from other nations. >>Read More

4.20.08-Glen Ellyn takes a stand with Lemon-Aid
Daily Herald- Reid was diagnosed with a brain tumor five years ago and went through more than three years of rehabilitation. During rehab, he made a promise to help others if he could. In 2005, he founded Reid's Lemon-Aid Stand. By selling lemonade, he and his buddies raised more than $9,000 to help sick kids. >>Read More

4.18.08-Kirk, Roskam Bill Pushes For Safer Food
Journal & Topics- Using the Elk Grove High School cafeteria as a backdrop, U.S. Congressmen Peter Roskam (R- 6th) and Mark Kirk (R-10th) Tuesday announced a bill to improve food safety for an ever increasingly imported food supply. >>Read More

4.17.08-Congressman announce new legislation to protect U.S. food system
Congressmen Peter J. Roskam (R-IL) and Mark Kirk (R-IL) recently announced legislation to secure the nation's food system and close a dangerous Food and Drug Administration (FDA) oversight loophole. >>Read More

4.16.08-Lawmakers Push Proposals For House Food Safety Measure
Congressional Quarterly Writer- Lawmakers pressing for stricter food import regulations and mandatory recalls of tainted products see a potential vehicle in food safety legislation expected within the next week from the House Energy and Commerce Committee. >>Read More

4.16.08-UPS joins Toys for Tots in new project
Liberty Suburban- The Toys for Tots Foundation is hoping to give the gift that keeps on giving. The 61-year-old U.S. Marine Corps Reserve program will work to advance literacy by providing books to needy children year-round. Marines, UPS officials and U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam, R-6th District, of Wheaton gathered Friday, April 11 at a UPS store in Wheaton to launch the new Buck a Book program. >>Read More

4.13.08-U.S. Chamber of Commerce honors Roskam
Liberty Suburban- The United States Chamber of Commerce presented U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam, R-6th District, of Wheaton with its Spirit of Enterprise Award on Wednesday for his support of pro-growth legislation during the second session of the 110th Congress. >>Read More

4.12.08-Now helping tots read
Daily Herald- DuPage County Marines and U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam gathered at a UPS store to laud the project. UPS is partnering with Toys for Tots as a donation site. Toys for Tots is typically known for taking toy donations at grocery stores around Christmas time. The toys are then given to underprivileged children. >>Read More

4.10.08-Bill offers thoughts on food
U.S Reps. Peter Roskam, R-6th, and Mark Kirk, R-10th, used a press conference at the Elk Grove High School cafeteria on Tuesday to promote a proposed piece of legislation intended to tighten the nation's food security. >>Read More

4.4.08-Making Jobs for Vets a Reality, Tax Breaks for Employers
Congressman Peter Roskam is spearheading an effort to make it easier for employers to get tax credits when they hire Iraq war veterans. >>Read More

Press Releases

4.28.08-ROSKAM ROLLS OUT “THERE OUGHTA BE A LAW” INITIATIVE
Congressmen Peter J. Roskam (R-IL) today unveiled his “There Oughta Be a Law” initiative at a press conference in Bloomingdale. Roskam was joined by State Senator Dan Cronin, State Senator Kirk Dillard, State Senator Christine Radogno, State Senator Carol Pankau, State Representative Randy Ramey, State Representative Sandy Pihos, Bloomingdale Mayor Bob Iden and Erickson Elementary School Principal Dr. John Markgraf. >>Read More

4.16.08-ROSKAM LEADS BIPARTISAN 84-MEMBER EFFORT TO EXTEND R&D TAX CREDIT
Congressmen Peter J. Roskam (R-IL) coauthored a bipartisan letter with Rep. Joe Courtney (D-CT) signed by 84 Members of Congress, urging Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Leader John Boehner to move quickly on the research and development (R&D) tax credit extension. >>Read More

4.14.08-ROSKAM FIGHTS TO BLOCK CUTS IN MEDICARE PAYMENTS TO PHYSICIANS
Congressmen Peter J. Roskam (R-IL) today coauthored a bipartisan letter urging top Democratic and Republican leaders in the House of Representatives to address looming cuts in Medicare payments to physicians before they are imposed on July 1, 2008. The letter also supports enactment of a positive Medicare payment update for a more stable, extended period of time, thus allowing Congress to enact meaningful, long-term reform. >>Read More

4.8.08-ROSKAM, KIRK: FDA LACKS PROPER OVERSIGHT ON FOOD IMPORTS, UNADAPTABLE SYSTEM LEAVES U.S. VULNERABLE
Congressmen Peter J. Roskam (R-IL) and Mark Kirk (R-IL) announced legislation today to secure our nation’s food system and close a dangerous Food and Drug Administration (FDA) oversight loophole. Representatives Roskam and Kirk were joined by Elk Grove High School Principal Dr. Nancy Holman. >>Read More

4.4.08-ROSKAM PURSUES TAX CREDIT FOR EMPLOYERS WHO HIRE VETERANS
Congressman Peter J. Roskam (R-IL) today reaffirmed his strong commitment to the men and women of our Armed Forces and the Illinois Teamsters’ Helmets to Hardhats program by announcing plans to pursue federal legislation to give employers tax credits for hiring veterans. >>Read More