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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 — 498
Yes43%
No56%
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 · 25 sponsored · 57 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Under this administration, scientists have been ignored, discredited, and dismissed. It's no surprise they would leave the U.S. This loss of talent and expertise will devastate our global leadership and competitive edge.
Trump's tariff tantrums are putting the financial security of American consumers and businesses at risk. With over 60% of people disapproving of Trump’s economic record and 90% bracing for higher prices, Americans know they’re paying the price for his reckless policies.
Trump has achieved something no president has in 80 years: a historically low 41% approval rating in the first 100 days of his term. Here's a glimpse at just a few of the things that have helped Trump accomplish this feat.
It's been 100 days of nonstop chaos from the Trump Administration. From reckless economic policies that are driving up costs to attacks on Social Security, Americans are fed up. No wonder his 100-day approval rating is the lowest in 80 years.
Republicans have outlined a budget that slashes Medicaid, putting health coverage for one in four IL residents at risk. These cuts would jeopardize critical funding for rural hospitals, community health centers, nursing homes, and mental health services—vital resources for millions across IL.
Dick Durbin is one of my heroes—right up there with Paul Douglas and Paul Simon. If any of us could accomplish one tenth of what Dick has done for the people of Illinois, we could step off the stage with pride.
The decision of whether to run for re-election has not been easy. I truly love the job of being a United States Senator. But in my heart, I know it’s time to pass the torch. So, I am announcing today that I will not be seeking re-election at the end of my term.
Happy Earth Day, Illinois! This Earth Day, we’re reminded of the importance of science-based solutions to protect our environment. As a scientist, I’m committed to addressing climate change and ensuring a livable future.
Proud to stand with my colleagues in demanding the Trump Admin comply with the Supreme Court and bring Kilmar Abrego Garcia home. Their refusal to correct this unlawful deportation is morally indefensible and an overstep of their authority. They must act now and make sure this never happens again.
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Voting History
498 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
2026-01-21H.R. 6945 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-01-21H.R. 6945 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-01-21H. Res. 1009 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-01-21H. Res. 1009 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-01-21H.R. 5764 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-01-20H.R. 5763 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-01-15H.R. 2988 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-01-15H.R. 2988 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-01-15H.R. 2988 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYESAgreed to
2026-01-14H.R. 7006 (119th)Final passageYESYESPassed
2026-01-14H.R. 7006 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-01-14H.R. 7006 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-01-14H. Res. 992 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-01-14H. Res. 992 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-01-13H.R. 4593 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-01-13H.R. 4593 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-01-13H.R. 2312 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-01-13H.R. 2270 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-01-13H.R. 2262 (119th)Final passageNONOFailed
2026-01-13H.R. 2262 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-01-13H. Res. 988 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-01-13H. Res. 988 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-01-13H.R. 6504 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-01-13H.R. 6500 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-01-12H.R. 2683 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-01-09H.R. 5184 (119th)Final passageYESNOPassed
2026-01-08H.R. 1834 (119th)Final passageYESYESPassed
2026-01-08H. Res. 780 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYESPassed
2026-01-08H.R. 131 (119th)Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary NotwithstandingYESYESFailed
2026-01-08H.R. 504 (119th)Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary NotwithstandingYESYESFailed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Final passageYESYESPassed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Retaining Divisions B and CYESYESPassed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Retaining Division AYESYESPassed
2026-01-07H. Res. 780 (119th)Motion to DischargeYESYESPassed
2026-01-07H. Res. 977 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-01-07H. Res. 977 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-01-06Call of the HousePRESENTPassed
2025-12-18H.R. 498 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2025-12-18H.R. 498 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2025-12-18H.R. 845 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2025-12-18H.R. 845 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2025-12-18H.R. 1366 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2025-12-18H.R. 1366 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2025-12-17H.R. 3492 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2025-12-17H.R. 3492 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed

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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