At a Glance

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 — 583

Yes44%

No55%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

Cross-party2%

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District Map

Congressional District 11

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

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Bill Foster

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratIllinois District 11

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Bill's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 31 sponsored · 58 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

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.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 2(source)

My Strengthening Science Through Diplomacy Act just passed the House! Check it out:

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 2(source)

FEMA employees are warning that recent cuts to the agency will make it harder to respond to the next natural disaster. Instead of listening to their warning, Trump is suspending these employees, putting American lives at risk. I stand with our brave FEMA workers fighting to keep us prepared.

FEMA Suspends Staff Who Signed a Letter Criticizing Trump

The letter, sent to Congress on Monday, said cuts made by the Trump administration had erased improvements made to disaster response since Hurricane Katrina.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 2(source)

The Republican budget will leave an additional 17 million Americans without health care. And even if you’re not among them, you’ll likely see your premiums go up.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialSep 1(source)

Happy Labor Day! Today, we honor the contributions of working Americans and the unions that have helped build a stronger, fairer, and more prosperous nation.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 29(source)

Just in time for Labor Day, Trump is ripping up union contracts for more federal workers—gutting the pay, protections, and benefits they’ve earned. Our public servants deserve better. federalnewsnetwork.com/unions/2025/...

Trump orders more agencies to nix collective bargaining agreements

In a new executive order, Trump added more federal agencies to his list slated for collective bargaining cancellations “to enhance national security.”

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 28(source)

As a manufacturer, I know Trump’s tariffs are disastrous for our economy. They create uncertainty and drive up costs—and American businesses and consumers pay the price.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 28(source)

Trump and RFK Jr. are wrecking American science and putting lives at risk.

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CDC director fired after she refuses to resign; 4 other top CDC officials quit www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddo...

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Sponsored Bills(31)

H.R. 9462 (119th)
To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to prohibit mandatory pre-dispute arbitration a…
H.R. 9463 (119th)
To establish the National Fab Lab Network, a nonprofit organization consisting of a national…
H.R. 9272 (119th)
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to allow certain Federal student loans to be trans…
H.R. 9144 (119th)
To include reasonable costs for high-speed internet service in the utility allowances for fa…
H.R. 9124 (119th)
To provide for improvements in the treatment of detained persons, and for other purposes.

Cosponsored Bills(58)

H.R. 9370 (119th)
To prohibit the finalization, implementation, or enforcement of a proposed rule with respect…
Joined: 2026-06-18
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

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Voting History

583 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
2025-11-12	H. Res. 873 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H. Res. 719 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-18	H.R. 1047 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-18	H.R. 3015 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-18	H.R. 3062 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 713 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H.R. 5143 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H.R. 5125 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 722 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 722 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 5140 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 4922 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 2721 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H. Res. 707 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H. Res. 707 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-15	H.R. 3400 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2025-09-15	H.J. Res. 117 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-11	H.R. 3486 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-11	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Instruct negotiators	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-09	H. Res. 682 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-09	H. Res. 682 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-08	H.R. 3425 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-08	H.R. 3424 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	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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