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At a Glance
Seat
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

Voting Record — 890
Yes35%
No62%
Present0%
Not Voting3%
Party align93%
Cross-party6%
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Richard J. Durbin headshot
Richard J. Durbin
U.S. SenatorDemocratIllinois
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Richard J.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 134 sponsored · 377 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Reverend Jesse Jackson committed his life to the fight for civil rights. I counted him as an ally on many issues of social justice. His legacy is alive and growing—and I’m glad to lead the charge to honor his achievements.
Reverend Jesse Jackson committed his life to the fight for civil rights. I counted him as an ally on many issues of social justice. His legacy is alive and growing—and I’m glad to lead the charge to honor his achievements.
BREAKING: Senators introduce resolution honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr., for his decades of justice, equality, and human rights advocacy.
DHS agents detained an American citizen from Evanston for nearly two days before stranding her in Wisconsin with no way to get home. Any new DHS Secretary must commit to ending these unlawful detentions.
This week the Senate will consider a bill to help address the housing affordability crisis in America. I introduced five amendments to this bill to ensure homes are safe and affordable and to secure our financial markets from the volatility of crypto or scammers.
The FAA should prioritize O’Hare Airport for air traffic control staffing and resources—as the busiest airport in the country in 2025. @duckworth.senate.gov & I wrote to the FAA saying that O’Hare needs greater FAA investment and efficiency as the current backbone of the national aviation system.
If you or your child have ever experienced dental pain, you know that oral health care is essential. That’s why I introduced the Promoting Dental Health Act to ensure that the CDC’s Oral Health program has the resources necessary to prevent dental disease, build the workforce, and educate families.
Yesterday, I met with Berardino Baratta, CEO of MxD, to discuss their work strengthening our organic industrial base. I am pleased to work in Congress to continue investing in America’s manufacturing sector to support our national security.
In January, President Trump signed into law my and Senator Fischer's bipartisan Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act. I joined Senator Fischer to urge Ag Secretary Rollins to implement this legislation, so we can ensure our schools are a safe environment for all children with food allergies.
Today, I spoke at the Great Lakes Congressional Breakfast to discuss how to protect the Great Lakes from pollution and invasive species. Lake Michigan remains one of Chicago’s most valued assets, and we all must work together to safeguard its health for both humans and animals alike.
Kristi Noem slipped on the outrages of ICE. Will this Oklahoma Senator be any better? We will find out as the Senate exercises its authority under the Constitution to provide advice and consent on this appointment.
Kristi Noem was the face of an unpopular, illegal, outright dangerous mass deportation campaign that claimed the lives of innocent Americans and terrorized more. Our country expressed outrage, she repeatedly lied before Congress, and even the President finally conceded she was unfit for the job.
ICE has more funding than the Marines, yet there is almost no oversight in how the agency is spending taxpayer dollars. I joined my colleagues to demand ICE tell us how they are spending YOUR money on their cruel mass deportation campaign.
Today, I met with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director James Jennings to discuss how Congress can help Illinois keep our environment clean. I appreciate the opportunity to speak with Director Jennings about how we can improve the quality of life for our constituents.
Senate Republicans just blocked the war powers resolution that would have prevented President Trump from ordering further strikes on Iran unless authorized by Congress. The Constitution clearly gives Congress the power to declare war. It’s long overdue that Congress step up to its responsibilities.
For 19 years, leaders from Bloomington-Normal have come to Washington to advocate for federal investment in their community. I had the pleasure of meeting with them today to discuss federal funding opportunities for their local infrastructure needs.
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Voting History
890 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
2026-08-08S. 5271 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (52-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-08-08Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-49)
2026-08-08End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-49)
2026-08-08H.R. 6500 (119th)Final passageYESYESBill Passed (90-6, 3/5 majority required)
2026-08-08H.R. 6500 (119th)Kill the motionNOYESMotion to Table Agreed to (61-32)
2026-08-07H.R. 6500 (119th)End debateYESYESCloture Motion Agreed to (91-6, 3/5 majority required)
2026-08-07S. Res. 817 (119th)Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-47)
2026-08-07H.R. 5334 (119th)Final passageYESYESBill Passed (86-11, 3/5 majority required)
2026-08-07H.R. 5334 (119th)Vote on amendmentNOYESAmendment Rejected (32-64)
2026-08-05S.J. Res. 187 (119th)Begin considerationYESYESMotion to Proceed Rejected (48-50)
2026-08-05S. Res. 817 (119th)End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2026-08-05Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-44)
2026-08-05End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-43)
2026-08-03H.R. 6500 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYESCloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (89-4, 3/5 majority required)
2026-07-30S. Res. 817 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOResolution Agreed to (50-47)
2026-07-30S.J. Res. 181 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 181YESYESMotion to Discharge Rejected (49-50)
2026-07-30S.J. Res. 199 (119th)Begin considerationYESYESMotion to Proceed Rejected (47-52)
2026-07-29S. Res. 817 (119th)End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2026-07-29H.R. 5334 (119th)Begin considerationYESYESMotion to Proceed Agreed to (84-12)
2026-07-28H.R. 5334 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYESCloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (86-12, 3/5 majority required)
2026-07-28Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-47)
2026-07-27End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-43)
2026-07-23Confirm nomineeYESNONomination Confirmed (49-44)
2026-07-23Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (48-47)
2026-07-23S.J. Res. 180 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 180YESYESMotion to Discharge Rejected (47-49)
2026-07-22End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2026-07-22End debateYESNOCloture Motion Agreed to (54-44)
2026-07-22Confirm nomineeYESNONomination Confirmed (62-36)
2026-07-22End debateYESNOCloture Motion Agreed to (60-35)
2026-07-22Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (49-46)
2026-07-21Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-48)
2026-07-20End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (43-40)
2026-07-16S.J. Res. 198 (119th)Begin considerationYESYESMotion to Proceed Rejected (46-50)
2026-07-16End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (49-48)
2026-07-15Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-46)
2026-07-15End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2026-07-14S. 4784 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONOCloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (50-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-07-14Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-45)
2026-07-13Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (46-44)
2026-06-24S.J. Res. 185 (119th)Begin considerationYESYESMotion to Proceed Rejected (47-50)
2026-06-24End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-24S.J. Res. 196 (119th)Begin considerationYESYESMotion to Proceed Rejected (45-52)
2026-06-24End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2026-06-24Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-44)
2026-06-24End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-24Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (52-45)
2026-06-24End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2026-06-23H. Con. Res. 86 (119th)Accept House changesYESYESConcurrent Resolution Agreed to (50-48)
2026-06-23Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (67-30)
2026-06-22H.R. 6644 (119th)Accept House changesYESYESMotion Agreed to (85-5)

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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