Chicago City Wire

Mike Quigley, a U.S. Congressman representing Illinois' 5th district since 2009, has been active on social media discussing various legislative and societal issues. His recent tweets address topics ranging from environmental legislation to youth sports inclusivity and public health concerns.

On March 5, 2025, Quigley announced that he and Rep. Bill Huizenga introduced the bipartisan Great Lakes Fishery Research Reauthorization Act. The act aims to ensure continued funding for the Great Lakes Fishery Research program through fiscal year 2030 with an annual budget of $15 million. This initiative supports research dedicated to protecting native species in the Great Lakes region. "Yesterday, Rep. Bill Huizenga and I introduced the bipartisan Great Lakes Fishery Research Reauthorization Act to ensure the Great Lakes Fishery Research program remains funded through FY 2030."

In another tweet posted on March 5, Quigley emphasized the importance of inclusivity in youth sports, advocating for transgender children’s participation. He stated that team sports are beneficial for young people by helping them build character, develop friendships, and improve mental health. He noted that the number of transgender kids in sports is minimal and poses no threat to their peers. "All young people should be able to benefit from team sports – building character, developing friendships, and improving their mental health."

Further addressing public health concerns on March 5, Quigley criticized former President Trump's plan regarding grocery costs while pointing out his administration's handling of the Bird Flu crisis. He mentioned that several workers responsible for controlling the outbreak were "accidentally fired," calling it a significant threat to both public health and grocery prices rather than an innocent mistake. "Trump says he has a plan to reign in grocery costs."