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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 — 583

Yes44%

No55%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

Cross-party2%

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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.socialAug 28(source)

It is unacceptable that infants in Gaza are facing starvation while essential aid is blocked. This week, I joined my colleagues in calling on Secretary Rubio to press Israel to facilitate the immediate delivery of lifesaving aid to Gaza, including ready-to-feed formula.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 27(source)

I am horrified and heartbroken by the news out of Minneapolis about yet another school shooting. Our entire nation mourns with the victims and their families. Going back to school should be a time of learning and joy, not fear. Congress must do more to keep our communities safe.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 25(source)

Proud to join @ramirez.house.gov, labor unions, and veterans at a Congressional Oversight Forum on Trump’s policies harming the VA. Trump & Sec. Collins are ignoring poor working conditions, cutting staff, and gutting collective bargaining—violating workers’ rights and threatening veteran care.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 23(source)

Even though mail-in voting has repeatedly been proven secure, Trump still wants to eliminate it. Not only would this be complete federal overreach, it would be an assault on the voting rights of our service members, their families, seniors, people with disabilities, and more.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 22(source)

The Supreme Court’s decision to let Trump cancel $780M in NIH research grants is a dangerous setback. Science thrives on diverse voices and expertise. When it’s politicized, we all lose. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/21/u...

Supreme Court Lets Trump Administration Cut N.I.H. Grants for Disfavored Research

The court’s order was fractured, with the justices splitting over whether individual cancellations and the policy behind them could be challenged in a federal trial court.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 21(source)

It's shameful that Trump criticized the Smithsonian for teaching the horrors of slavery, calling it "woke." We can’t build a brighter future without acknowledging the darkest chapter in our nation's history. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/19/u...

Trump Says Smithsonian Focuses Too Much on ‘How Bad Slavery Was’

The remark, made as the president has ordered a wide-ranging review of museum exhibits, added to his pattern of minimizing Black history.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 21(source)

Thank you to everyone who came to our town hall in Belvidere last night! A special thanks to State Rep. Dave Vella for joining me to answer questions from our constituents. You can watch the full town hall on my YouTube here: youtu.be/y0ve10ZId4M

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 19(source)

Calling all high school students! Join me at the Batavia Public Library on Saturday, August 30, to learn more about ROTC and the service academies. To attend, RSVP here: forms.gle/DKK1QA8AppVp... For more information, call (630) 585-7672.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 18(source)

Mail-in voting is secure and essential for military families, seniors, caretakers, and rural Americans. This push to limit access to the ballot box is just Trump's latest attempt to undermine our democracy. www.axios.com/2025/08/18/t...

Trump raises end to mail-in ballots after claiming Putin questioned their security

Trump said Putin told him that "it's impossible" to have honest elections with mail-in voting.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 14(source)

Millions of Americans—including 132,169 people in IL-11—rely on Social Security. 90 years after the Social Security Act was signed into law, Democrats are fighting to protect your hard-earned benefits for years to come.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 13(source)

The Trump Administration terminated union contracts at the VA and EPA, gutting workers’ ability to collectively bargain for the wages and benefits they deserve. I stand with AFGE National and @704afge.bsky.social and will always fight for our workers.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 13(source)

Join me for my next town hall on Wednesday, August 20, at 7:00 p.m. CT at the Community Building Complex of Boone County—with special guest State Rep. Dave Vella! Register to secure your spot here: www.eventbrite.com/e/boone-coun...

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

With 20,000 attendees strong, Chicagoland Halal Fest—hosted right here in Naperville's Frontier Park—was an incredible blend of culture, food and community. Congrats to the Illinois Muslim Chamber of Commerce for organizing this event!

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 7(source)

It’s difficult to overstate just how reckless and incompetent this is. mRNA technology saved millions of lives during the COVID-19 crisis. Now, RFK Jr. is undermining the science that could protect us from the next pandemic—and putting American lives at risk.

RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine development

Twenty-two projects, totaling $500 million, to develop vaccines using mRNA technology will be halted, the health secretary announced. “I don’t think I’ve seen a more dangerous decision in public healt...

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 7(source)

Deeply disturbed by reports of a bomb threat at a hotel in St. Charles—an act that endangered elected officials, guests, staff, and first responders. I’m grateful everyone is safe. Political violence and intimidation have absolutely no place in our democracy.

Bomb threat reported at St. Charles hotel hosting Texas Democrats; hundreds evacuated

Around 400 people were evacuated and have safely returned to the premises after police conducted a search, St. Charles police said. Texas Democrats are in Illinois to deny Republicans a quorum on a co...

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 6(source)

Sixty years ago today, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law, banning racial discrimination at the ballot box. Generations of Americans fought tirelessly for the sacred right to vote. We must keep working to protect and expand access to the ballot box for all Americans.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 6(source)

I’m deeply saddened by today’s tragic shooting in Georgia. My heart goes out to the victims, their families, and all of the servicemembers at Fort Stewart.

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

When science becomes a political target, everyone pays the price. On One Decision Podcast, I discussed the Trump Administration’s and DOGE’s dangerous attacks on research and the scientists behind it. Check it out ⬇️

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

As if slashing people's health care to fund their massive tax breaks wasn’t enough, Trump and his billionaire donors are now building a gold-plated ballroom at the White House. Trump is more concerned about his next party's venue than if you can afford your next hospital bill.

Construction on Trump’s $200 million White House ballroom to begin in September | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump has been envisioning a new ballroom on the White House campus for a decade and a half.

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

This is corruption on full display. Firing the head of the BLS won’t hide what Americans are already experiencing under Trump's economic agenda: higher costs, lost jobs, and growing economic uncertainty.

Trump fires BLS commissioner after weak jobs report and baseless claim of 'faked' stats

Fresh jobs data showed a major slowdown of hiring in recent months.

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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
2026-05-14	H.R. 8365 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-14	H.R. 5625 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2026-05-14	H. Con. Res. 75 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-14	H.R. 6260 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-14	H.R. 6260 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1259 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1251 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Con. Res. 96 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H.R. 1346 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2026-05-13	H.R. 1346 (119th)	Send back to committee	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1252 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1274 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1274 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1275 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1275 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-12	H.R. 2853 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-12	H.R. 2071 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-30	S. 4465 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-29	S. 1318 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-29	H. Res. 1224 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-29	H. Res. 1224 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-27	H.R. 227 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-27	H.R. 7959 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
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

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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