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Seat

Representative for Illinois District 6

Born

November 23, 1971

Age 54

Phone

(202) 225-4561

Office

2440 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Illinois District 6

Sean Casten

Sean Thomas Casten is an American businessman and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Illinois's 6th congressional district. The district covers southwestern Chicago, as well as many of Chicago's inner southwestern suburbs, such as Downers Grove, Wheaton, Lisle, Orland Park, and Western Springs. He is a member of the Democratic Party.

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Voting Record — 498

Yes41%

No57%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align99%

Cross-party1%

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Congressional District 6

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Sean Casten

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratIllinois District 6

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Sean's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 44 sponsored · 149 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 8(source)

Join me tomorrow at 6:30 PM CT for a virtual conversation with Skye Perryman, CEO of Democracy Forward. We’ll discuss the legal challenges underway to stop the Trump Administration's extreme overreaches. Register here: ushr.zoomgov.com/webinar/regi...

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 8(source)

NEWS: As a co-sponsor of a privileged resolution, I’ve taken a step to force a vote in the House to repeal Trump’s tariffs. These tariffs serve only to raise costs on Americans. Congress has the power to stop them. All it takes is a handful of Republicans to vote for this resolution.

Meeks, Neal, Larsen Introduce Resolution to Force Vote on Trump Tariffs

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 8(source)

Elon Musk should not have access to private citizens’ personal data. That’s why I teamed up with Rep. Haley Stevens to introduce the Taxpayer Data Protection Act, legislation that ensures US private citizens’ data is not subject to reckless and unlawful interference.

Casten, Stevens Lead Landmark House Democrats’ Bill to Protect Taxpayer Data From Elon Musk | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 7(source)

Pilots and air traffic controllers should not be unfairly penalized for seeking health care by a system that perpetuates a culture of silence. I partnered up with Rep. Pete Stauber to introduce two bipartisan bills to improve access to health care for pilots and air traffic controllers. Read more:

Casten, Stauber Introduce Bipartisan Bills to Improve Access to Health Care for Aviators | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 7(source)

This Wednesday at 6:30 PM CT, I'm hosting a virtual webinar with Democracy Forward to discuss the ongoing legal challenges to halt the Trump Administration's most extreme actions. Register here: ushr.zoomgov.com/webinar/regi...

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 7(source)

President Trump’s tariffs have sent the economy into a spiral. Congress has the power to stop this today, but Speaker Johnson remains too cowardly to stand up to Trump and end this destruction. www.nytimes.com/live/2025/04...

Trump Tariffs Live Updates: Stocks and Global Markets Waver as Trade War Intensifies

The S&P 500 swung wildly after more losses in Asia and Europe. President Trump said he would not back off his trade war, reinforcing fears of a global economic downturn.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 5(source)

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Meanwhile… From the White House: "The President won his second round matchup of the Senior Club Championship today in Jupiter, FL, and advances to the Championship Round tomorrow."

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 5(source)

Today, Trump’s 10% tariffs go into effect which serve only to raise costs for the American people. Here’s a statement the White House released today: “The President won his second round matchup of the Senior Club Championship today in Jupiter, FL, and advances to the Championship Round tomorrow.”

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 4(source)

Sunday is the deadline to apply for my office’s STEM Scholars Program. Read more and apply here: casten.house.gov/services/ste...

STEM Scholars Program | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 3(source)

NOW THROUGH April 30th: Students in grades 9-12 can submit their original artwork for the Congressional Art Competition! Learn more here: casten.house.gov/services/art...

Congressional Art Competition | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

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Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 2(source)

Donald Trump just issued tariffs against nearly every country in the world. Two countries are notably absent: Russia and North Korea.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 2(source)

Donald Trump just issued tariffs against nearly every country in the world. Two countries are notably absent: Russia and North Korea.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govApr 1(source)

Today is the deadline to apply for my office’s summer internship. To learn more and apply, visit: casten.house.gov/services/int...

DC and District Internships | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govMar 31(source)

NEWS: I joined over 200 House Democrats to challenge and help put a stop to Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s flagrant overreach and illegal dismantling of USAID. Shuttering of USAID puts global stability and US national security at risk. Read more: litigationandresponse.house.gov/sites/evo-su...

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Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govMar 31(source)

ICYMI: Last week, I teamed up with Senator Bennet to introduce the Getting Renewable and Energy Efficient Neighborhoods Appraisals Act, legislation to encourage energy-efficient and clean energy features to be considered as part of the residential home buying and appraisal process. Learn more:

Casten, Bennet Reintroduce Bill to Encourage Energy Efficiency in Homes | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govMar 31(source)

March is National Reading Month. Last week, I visited libraries in Tinley Park, Chicago Ridge, and Palos Hills to learn more about upcoming community programs and hear how federal funding cuts may impact library resources.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govMar 28(source)

Educators are often forced to pay hundreds, if not thousands of dollars to pay for supplies to build a functional, comfortable, and resource-filled learning environment. I partnered with Rep. Tim Burchett to introduce the bipartisan Educators Expense Deduction Modernization Act of 2025. Read more:

Casten, Burchett Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Ease Tax Burden on Teachers | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govMar 28(source)

ICYMI: Last month, I teamed up with Rep. Haley Stevens to introduce the Taxpayer Data Protection Act, legislation to ensure US private citizens’ data is not subject to reckless and unlawful interference by unelected billionaires like Elon Musk. Read more here: casten.house.gov/media/press-...

Casten, Stevens Lead Landmark House Democrats’ Bill to Protect Taxpayer Data From Elon Musk | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govMar 27(source)

NOW THROUGH April 30th: Students in grades 9-12 can submit their original artwork for the Congressional Art Competition! Learn more here: casten.house.gov/services/art...

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govMar 27(source)

Last week, I connected with DuPage-area legislators and elected officials to discuss upcoming priorities and hear updates from the community.

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Sponsored Bills(44)

H.R. 8441 (119th)
To amend the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act to require States to accept…
H.R. 8133 (119th)
To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 to address workforce and skilled labor needs for…
H.R. 7977 (119th)
To provide relief from high energy bills, and for other purposes.
H.R. 7819 (119th)
To require the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct an audit of a United Stat…
H.R. 7729 (119th)
To amend the Federal Power Act to require the issuance of rules relating to shared savings f…

Cosponsored Bills(149)

H.R. 8717 (119th)
To amend the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995 to permit the construction of c…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H. Res. 1208 (119th)
Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-04-22
H.R. 8423 (119th)
To amend the Federal Power Act and the Natural Gas Act with respect to the enforcement of ce…
Joined: 2026-04-21
H.R. 8402 (119th)
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to increase civics education pro…
Joined: 2026-04-21
H.R. 8207 (119th)
To amend the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 to provide leave because of the death of a…
Joined: 2026-04-06

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Voting History

498 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-04-23	H.R. 5587 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 6387 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 6387 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-22	H.R. 4690 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 4690 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1182 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1189 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1189 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	S. 1020 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	H.R. 2493 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	H.R. 5201 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-20	H.R. 5200 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-20	H.R. 1681 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 1156 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 1689 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H. Con. Res. 40 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 7613 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 1011 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	—	Motion to Adjourn	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-27	H.R. 7084 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-26	H. Res. 1128 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-24	H.R. 6422 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-19	H.R. 4638 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.J. Res. 139 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-03-18	H.R. 1958 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	S. 3971 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H.R. 4294 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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