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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

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Voting Record — 614

Yes45%

No54%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

Cross-party2%

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Congressional District 11

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Bill Foster

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratIllinois District 11

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Bill's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 36 sponsored · 61 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.social1h ago(source)

Calling all high school students! Join me at the St. Charles Public Library in the Huntley Community Room on Saturday, September 5th, to learn more about ROTC and attending our nation's service academies. To attend, RSVP here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.social4h ago(source)

The Trump Administration is jamming data centers into communities that do not want them. And now, the EPA is moving to cut communities out of the process by eliminating a rule requiring public input before states approve air pollution permits for data centers. Hear my take on @heartlandsignal.com.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.social1d ago(source)

REMINDER: The 2026 Congressional App Challenge is open! Middle and high school students in Illinois’ 11th District can compete by designing and submitting an innovative app by October 26th, 2026. For more information, visit: foster.house.gov/app-challenge.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.social2d ago(source)

Imposing new tariffs on Canada and starting a trade war with one of our closest allies will make everyday items even more expensive. Republicans and Democrats in Congress agree this is bad policy. We voted to rescind Trump's initial tariffs on Canada back in February—we should do it again.

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian cars. Here’s what else he’s targeting | CNN Business

President Donald Trump threatened to double tariffs on Canadian cars on Monday, the latest sign that the United States and Canada are barreling toward a deeper trade war after last-ditch efforts to…

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.social2d ago(source)

Trump himself votes by mail, but he wants to make it harder for you to do the same. For Republicans, the fewer people who vote this November, the better their chances. While this SCOTUS ruling doesn’t strike down mail-in voting, it does allow Trump to continue his assault on our elections.

Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms

The Supreme Court’s conservative majority didn’t decide the legality of Trump’s order, instead ruling that states who sued did not have the legal right to challenge it.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.social3d ago(source)

...and Trump himself has profited from higher gas prices – his own oil and gas stocks have gone up by $15 million so far this year. www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cach...

Congressman Bill Foster

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Big Oil just hauled in $26.5 billion in revenue last quarter alone while you paid more at the pump. We have Trump to thank.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.social5d ago(source)

It’s an exciting time as students are heading back to school across Illinois. But this year, families are paying nearly 8% more for back-to-school supplies than last year. Trump’s tariffs and higher gas prices from his Iran War are making everything from notebooks to lunch boxes more expensive.

Families face higher costs as back-to-school season nears

U.S. households will spend roughly $4,000 per student on school supplies and lunches this year, a new analysis found.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.social6d ago(source)

Selling early access to government announcements on Truth Social is blatant corruption. This is yet another move by Trump to profit off the presidency. I've joined Rep. Jim Himes in introducing the NO PROFIT Act to stop this. www.wsj.com/livecoverage...

https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-sp-500-nasdaq-08-20-2026/card/exclusive-house-dems-take-aim-at-trump-media-s-real-time-feed-Fdpyyn0K3coMP1NmeNZV

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 20(source)

Join me for my next telephone town hall on Monday, August 31 at 6:30 PM CT! To RSVP and receive a call at the time of the town hall, visit forms.gle/XRPSMSaQvHnu...

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialAug 20(source)

Once again, Trump himself voted by mail while he continues to try to restrict it for others. Here in Illinois, we believe in protecting access to the ballot box for all American citizens—especially people who rely on mail-in voting, like veterans, seniors, and people with disabilities.

As Trump pushes sweeping changes to mail voting, here's where things stand in Illinois

In Illinois, there have been no major changes to voting — though voters are confused about their rights, including whether they need to bring proof of citizenship to the ballot box.

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

I stopped by Cinco de Mayo Market in Batavia to congratulate them on a successful first year in business! Hearing firsthand from local grocers about what’s driving up costs is essential to finding solutions to make America more affordable. If you stop by, be sure to try their delicious guacamole!

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

I sat down with Erin Talks Money—right here in Naperville—to discuss Social Security. At a time when the cost of living continues to rise, protecting Social Security should be one of Congress' top priorities. I get into how we can do that: youtube.com/watch?v=GJ5yFy_Ro18

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

My event, America 250: Celebrating Science & Innovation, is on Saturday, August 29! Join me as we highlight the discoveries, technological advancements, and spirit of innovation that have shaped our nation's history over the past 250 years. For more information and to RSVP, visit

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

Big Oil just hauled in $26.5 billion in revenue last quarter alone while you paid more at the pump. We have Trump to thank.

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

Despite decades of scientific research concluding there is no link between vaccines and autism, Trump and conspiracy theorist RFK Jr. are misleading the American people. Splitting up the MMR vaccine is NOT recommended by medical professionals. Trump's anti-science lies are putting lives at risk.

Trump signs order calling for spacing out childhood vaccines, against medical groups' guidance

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that calls for spacing out childhood vaccines into separate medical visits and splitting the combined measles, mumps and rubella vaccine into…

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

The Trump administration admitted to canceling clean, cheap energy projects in blue states. These are projects that would've helped bring down your energy costs.

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

Jobs lost, wage growth the lowest in 5 years, and more Americans giving up looking for work. The stress from Trump's tariffs and his war in Iran is hurting the economy. www.cnn.com/2026/08/07/e...

The US economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs last month | CNN Business

A summer hiring slump dogged the US labor market in July as the economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs, according to new data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

Trump's failure to negotiate has needlessly driven up costs and made us all less safe.

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

Before Trump started his war in Iran, we had surveillance over Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz had free passage. Now over 6 months in, we have no eyes on Iran's enriched uranium and Iran has control of traffic through the strait.

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

Weber Road has the highest average daily traffic of any road on the Will County Highway System. Through collaboration between my office, residents, and local officials, we were able to move this project one step closer to completion.

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Sponsored Bills(36)

H.R. 9902 (119th)
To prohibit the naming of any Federal building, facility, or program after any elected offic…
H.R. 9803 (119th)
To provide for punishments for immigration-related fraud, and for other purposes.
H.R. 9740 (119th)
To establish a Critical Materials Processing Technology Testbed Capability, and for other pu…
H.R. 9675 (119th)
To authorize the Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use, acting through the…
H.R. 9676 (119th)
To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to evaluate and report on the inpatie…

Cosponsored Bills(61)

H.R. 10125 (119th)
NO PROFIT Act
Joined: 2026-08-20
H. Res. 1432 (119th)
Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services…
Joined: 2026-07-15
H. Res. 1417 (119th)
Remembering the lives lost and honoring the survivors 4 years after the Independence Day Par…
Joined: 2026-07-02
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

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Voting History

614 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
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
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
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.J. Res. 105 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-04	H.J. Res. 106 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-04	H.J. Res. 104 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-03	H. Res. 539 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-03	H. Res. 672 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-03	H. Res. 672 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-02	H.R. 747 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-02	H.R. 4216 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-23	H.R. 4275 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-23	H.R. 3357 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-22	H.R. 1917 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-22	H.R. 3937 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed

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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