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U.S. Senator from Illinois
Born
November 21, 1944
Age 81
Phone
(202) 224-2152
Office
711 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Illinois

Richard J. Durbin

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Voting Record — 885
Yes35%
No62%
Present0%
Not Voting3%
Party align93%
Cross-party6%
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Richard J. Durbin
U.S. SenatorDemocratIllinois
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Richard J.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 134 sponsored · 375 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 30(source)
I got my start in politics interning for Senator Douglas—he inspired generations of public servants, including myself, to serve with honesty and integrity. I am honored to receive the Paul H. Douglas Award for Ethics in Government presented by @illinoisigpa.bsky.social
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 30(source)
Our students achieve greater academic success when taught by educators who reflect the communities they serve. I joined @ericsorensen.bsky.social to introduce the Strengthening Educator Workforce Data Act to help recruit and retain educators who share their students’ backgrounds.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 30(source)
For too long, Americans’ constitutional rights have been violated. I joined Senator Lee to introduce a bill to require government agents to obtain a warrant before viewing Americans’ private communications collected under 702. Let’s get this done.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 30(source)
Republicans keep scheming to maintain their grip on power. Democrats rightfully responded and held the line in the short term. Long term… we need a permanent end to partisan gerrymandering.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 30(source)
As Justice Kagan wrote for the dissent, the Voting Rights Act was "born of the literal blood of Union soldiers and civil rights marchers." I agree that this decision is a disappointing exercise "in politics and partisanship."
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 30(source)
With its decision in Louisiana V. Callais, the Supreme Court’s conservative supermajority has again turned its back on the promise of an equal right to vote, further eroding the landmark Voting Rights Act.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 29(source)
Pleased to see the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs include my Produce Prescriptions for Veterans Act in their legislative hearing today. Too many of our nation’s veterans lack access to fresh fruits and vegetables. My bill would help put these healthy foods in reach of our veterans.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 29(source)
Because we care for our pets, we want a commitment from breeders to raise their dogs in humane conditions. I introduced the Puppy Protection Act to institute stronger standards for breeding facilities to ensure that all dogs are well-cared for & live a healthy life.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 29(source)
Affordable and reliable internet is a necessity, but for many families, the cost is just too high. I introduced the Promoting Access to Broadband Act to increase awareness and enrollment in the FCC’s Lifeline program, giving more Americans access to the internet.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 29(source)
FISA Section 702 is supposed to be for gathering intelligence on foreigners located abroad. But it has been used and abused for spying on Americans right here at home—including protesters, journalists, and even women on dating apps and rental tenants. Reform 702 now.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 28(source)
DOJ’s political leadership is clearly desperate to continue appeasing Donald Trump by appealing to his worst instincts. This is another case of a weaponized Justice Department.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 28(source)
Families in rural Illinois deserve reliable, affordable energy, & electric co-ops are critical to this goal. Today, I spoke with the Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives about how we can preserve programs that support rural communities as Trump indiscriminately cuts critical assistance.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 28(source)
Children as young as four years old are repeatedly being forced to show up to immigration court, often without legal help. That’s not due process.
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BREAKING: New reporting reveals the Trump Administration is moving to accelerate deportations of young unaccompanied children in custody, making it even more difficult for attorneys to obtain relief and due process for immigrant kids.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 28(source)
Voting rights used to be an overwhelming bipartisan cause. Donald Trump has changed that. We need an explicit guarantee to the right to vote in the Constitution. I just introduced it.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 28(source)
Secret Service has briefed me on the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. USSS answered my questions thoroughly. The Washington Hilton is a time tested venue, but we should let the post-incident investigation progress to identify what processes can be improved.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govApr 28(source)
I just paid tribute to John Bartholomew. He was a loving father, a good man, and a committed Chicago PD officer fatally shot in the line of duty over the weekend. May he rest in peace.
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Voting History
885 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.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2026-08-07H.R. 6500 (119th)End debateYESYES✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (91-6, 3/5 majority required)
2026-08-07S. Res. 817 (119th)Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2026-08-07H.R. 5334 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Bill Passed (86-11, 3/5 majority required)
2026-08-07H.R. 5334 (119th)Vote on amendmentNOYES✕↔Amendment Rejected (32-64)
2026-08-05S.J. Res. 187 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (48-50)
2026-08-05S. Res. 817 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2026-08-05—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-44)
2026-08-05—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-43)
2026-08-03H.R. 6500 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYES✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (89-4, 3/5 majority required)
2026-07-30S. Res. 817 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Resolution Agreed to (50-47)
2026-07-30S.J. Res. 181 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 181YESYES✓Motion to Discharge Rejected (49-50)
2026-07-30S.J. Res. 199 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-52)
2026-07-29S. Res. 817 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2026-07-29H.R. 5334 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (84-12)
2026-07-28H.R. 5334 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYES✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (86-12, 3/5 majority required)
2026-07-28—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2026-07-27—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-43)
2026-07-23—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (49-44)
2026-07-23—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (48-47)
2026-07-23S.J. Res. 180 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 180YESYES✓Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-49)
2026-07-22—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2026-07-22—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-44)
2026-07-22—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (62-36)
2026-07-22—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-35)
2026-07-22—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (49-46)
2026-07-21—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-48)
2026-07-20—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (43-40)
2026-07-16S.J. Res. 198 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (46-50)
2026-07-16—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-48)
2026-07-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2026-07-15—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2026-07-14S. 4784 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (50-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-07-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-45)
2026-07-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (46-44)
2026-06-24S.J. Res. 185 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-50)
2026-06-24—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-24S.J. Res. 196 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (45-52)
2026-06-24—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2026-06-24—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-44)
2026-06-24—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-24—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2026-06-24—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-23H. Con. Res. 86 (119th)Accept House changesYESYES✓Concurrent Resolution Agreed to (50-48)
2026-06-23—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (67-30)
2026-06-22H.R. 6644 (119th)Accept House changesYESYES✓Motion Agreed to (85-5)
2026-06-18—Confirm nomineeNOT_VOTINGNO—Nomination Confirmed (48-39)
2026-06-18H.R. 6644 (119th)End debateNOT_VOTINGYES—Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-8, 3/5 majority required)
2026-06-17S. Res. 616 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.Res. 616YESYES✓Motion to Discharge Rejected (44-50)
2026-06-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-41)
2026-06-17—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (55-39)

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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