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Seat

Representative for Illinois District 11

Born

October 7, 1955

Age 70

Phone

(202) 225-3515

Office

2366 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Illinois District 11

Bill Foster

George William Foster is an American businessman, physicist, and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Illinois's 11th congressional district since 2013. He was the U.S. representative for Illinois's 14th congressional district from 2008 to 2011. He is a member of the Democratic Party.

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Voting Record — 498

Yes43%

No56%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

Cross-party2%

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Congressional District 11

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Social & Web

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Bill Foster

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratIllinois District 11

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Bill's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 25 sponsored · 57 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 17(source)

Last month, severe weather caused extensive damage across Illinois, including communities in my district spanning Boone, Kane, McHenry, Will and Cook Counties. Today, I joined my Illinois colleagues in urging POTUS to grant @govpritzker.illinois.gov's request for federal assistance from FEMA.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 16(source)

Democracy works best when everyone makes their voice heard. On National Voter Registration Day, make sure you, your friends, and your family are all registered to vote at vote.gov.

Find the information you need to make registration and voting easy. Official voter registration website of the United States government.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 16(source)

I am monitoring recent reports of ICE activity in West Chicago and throughout the region. As the Trump Administration continues to spread fear within our communities and tear families apart, it's important to know your rights: foster.house.gov/know-your-ri...

Conozca Sus Derechos/Know Your Rights

CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS/KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 15(source)

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Let's celebrate the rich and vibrant culture of our Hispanic communities across IL-11 and recognize their invaluable contributions to our history and society.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 15(source)

It was an honor to join the League of Women Voters of Boone County and the American Association of University Women for a town hall in Belvidere. I heard from community members about concerns ranging from cuts to Medicaid to threats to our democracy.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 12(source)

My statement on voting against the NDAA for FY26.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 11(source)

JOB SEEKERS & EMPLOYERS: I'm hosting a Job & Career Fair on October 2 at Waubonsee Community College! If you're looking for a job or an employer looking to set up a booth, visit foster.house.gov/jobs to register. Questions? Call (630) 585-7672.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 11(source)

September 11, 2001, is a day forever etched into our nation’s memory. 24 years later, we honor the lives lost, the families whose lives were changed in an instant, and the first responders whose courage embodied true sacrifice. We will never forget.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 10(source)

Political violence has absolutely no place in America. We must stand together to reject it and work toward a better, more united future.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 10(source)

As Trump's tariffs are driving our trading partners elsewhere for produce, meat, and feed, American farmers are getting the short end of the stick. They deserve better.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 9(source)

There's no denying the damage that Trump's tariffs are causing. Now, health insurance companies are raising rates—directly citing Trump's tariffs for rising costs.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 9(source)

BREAKING: I just voted to subpoena all of Jeffrey Epstein's unredacted financial transactions from the Treasury Department and his banks. Every single Republican present voted to block the subpoena. What are they hiding?

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 8(source)

The Congressional App Challenge submission deadline is fast approaching! Submit your app by October 30, 2025. For more information, visit: foster.house.gov/app-challenge

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 5(source)

Today’s jobs report confirms what we’ve seen all along: Trump’s economic policies are failing. Unemployment is climbing, job growth is stalling, and U.S. manufacturing is in decline. So much for Trump’s so-called "Golden Age."

America’s job market flashes yet another warning sign about the economy | CNN Business

The US economy added just 22,000 jobs in August and the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, the highest since 2021.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 5(source)

Since retaking office, Trump has killed crypto crime investigations, sidelined watchdogs, and installed crypto-friendly regulators. Now, Trump and his family are raking in billions from their crypto scams. This is corruption in plain sight. www.wsj.com/finance/curr...

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Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 4(source)

When given the choice between defending scientific fact or indulging conspiracy theories, RFK Jr. consistently chooses the latter. His incompetence is putting American lives—and our entire health infrastructure—at risk. www.npr.org/sections/sho...

Senators from both parties grilled RFK Jr. on vaccines and more

In a blistering hearing, Senators from both parties challenged the health secretary to defend his actions, including on vaccines access and CDC leadership.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 4(source)

Costs are rising across the board, and Trump’s policies are to blame.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 4(source)

Trump is cutting off federal funding to support clinical trials for kids with deadly brain cancer. These trials could lead to scientific breakthroughs that save the lives of children fighting cancer. This is beyond cruel. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/w...

Pediatric Brain Cancer Group to Lose Federal Funding

A network dedicated to early phase trials of treatments for children with brain cancer will be phased out.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 3(source)

Last night, I signed onto a bipartisan discharge petition to force a vote to release the Epstein files. Epstein's victims deserve justice, and the American public deserves the truth.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 3(source)

This past month, I joined ‪@aarpfoundation.bsky.social‬ at events across my district and met with constituents who rely on Social Security. I will continue to fight back against Republicans' push to privatize Social Security, and to protect our seniors' hard-earned benefits.

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Sponsored Bills(25)

H.J. Res. 177 (119th)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…
H. Res. 1238 (119th)
Encouraging greater public-private sector collaboration to promote financial literacy for st…
H. Res. 1210 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic …
H.R. 8299 (119th)
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a program to populate downloadable t…
H.R. 7790 (119th)
To amend the HITECH Act to allow an individual to obtain a copy of such individual's protect…

Cosponsored Bills(57)

H.R. 8278 (119th)
To require certain supervisory agencies to assess their technological capabilities, and for …
Joined: 2026-04-14
H.R. 8031 (119th)
To repeal the Executive order entitled "Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial …
Joined: 2026-03-20
H. Res. 1061 (119th)
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2026.
Joined: 2026-02-12
H.R. 7270 (119th)
To establish a government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in the financia…
Joined: 2026-01-27
H. Res. 1004 (119th)
Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance…
Joined: 2026-01-15

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Voting History

498 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 5764 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-20	H.R. 5763 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2312 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2270 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6504 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6500 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-12	H.R. 2683 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-09	H.R. 5184 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 1834 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 131 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 504 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Divisions B and C	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Division A	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-06	—	Call of the House	PRESENT	—	—	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed

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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