Resources

Passport Renewals
As more and more people get vaccinated, travel is starting to pick back up again. My office has received a major uptick in calls asking to expedite passport renewals lately. If you plan to travel internationally, remember to check the expiration date on your passport before you book your trip.
Avoid Fraud

Lately there has been a rise in fraud cases, especially in ID theft. If you believe you have been a victim of identity theft, please refer to the following resources:

Federal Resources

Appropriations

The Community Project Funding (CPF) process allows Members of Congress to direct funding towards specific projects back in their district. This process was previously referred to as "earmarks" but has since been revamped to include strict ethics and transparency requirements following a decade-long hiatus. Appropriations legislation for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 – which started on October 1, 2021 for the federal government – included CPFs for the first time.

Flags
Purchase U.S. flags through our office. You may also request the flags purchased through our office be flown over the Capitol.
Grant Applicants

The following resources are for people seeking information or assistance applying for Federal Grants. Please contact our office for additional information or assistance.

The following is compiled by the Congressional Research Service.

Help with a Federal Agency
If you can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, our office may be able to help resolve a problem or get you the information you need.
Tours and Tickets
Request tickets and tours for various Washington D.C. destinations. All tickets are provided to constituents on a first-come, first-served basis so request tickets early.
DACA

U.S. Supreme Court Decision on DACA


DACA Decision in State of Texas, et al., v. United States of America

Local Resources
Resources to help you and your community. Click to learn more.
Tax Preparation
The following locations in Illinois's Tenth Congressional District have IRS-certified volunteers available to provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.