Congressman Krishnamoorthi urges the EPA to reverse delays on worker safety protections for hazardous chemicals, citing health risks.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Krishnamoorthi urges action on EPA delays: Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has called on EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin to reverse delays in implementing worker safety protections for hazardous chemicals, which he argues exacerbate risks for workers and their families. He expressed concern over the postponement of compliance deadlines for carcinogenic substances like perchloroethylene and carbon tetrachloride.
Concerns over health risks highlighted: In his letter, Krishnamoorthi emphasized the health hazards associated with these chemicals and warned that the EPA's decision undermines its mission to protect public health. He indicated that the safeguards were designed to prevent significant health consequences linked to these toxic substances, underscoring the urgency of their implementation.
Call for immediate reversal: The Congressman concluded his letter by urging the EPA to act swiftly in reversing the delays, as he believes further postponements could lead to preventable health issues for workers exposed to these dangerous chemicals. "Workers and families deserve decisive action—not yet another delay," he stated.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi Fundraising
Raja Krishnamoorthi recently disclosed $0 of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 31st, 2026. This was the 1940th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. nan% came from individual donors.
Krishnamoorthi disclosed $2.9K of spending. This was the 1805th most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Krishnamoorthi disclosed $273.1K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 781st most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Raja Krishnamoorthi is worth $3.9M, as of April 14th, 2026. This is the 190th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Krishnamoorthi has approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Raja Krishnamoorthi:
- H.R.7909: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an option for individuals who are ages 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare, to provide for health insurance market stabilization, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7833: Puerto Rican People’s Power Restoration Act of 2026
- H.R.7542: Kids Need Lunch Act
- H.R.7161: No Private Bounty Hunters for Immigration Enforcement Act
- H.R.7160: First Home Affordability Act
- H.R.7017: Kids Before Cuts Act
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2026 Illinois's 8th Congressional District Election
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The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
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