Duckworth leads call to increase funding for safer food for children Ryan Voyles 12 months ago Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., recently led colleagues to urge additional funding for a federal program that ensures food for children is safe and free of toxins.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.