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Seat

Representative for Massachusetts District 9

Born

September 6, 1952

Age 73

Phone

(202) 225-3111

Office

2372 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Massachusetts District 9

William R. Keating

William Richard Keating is an American lawyer and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Massachusetts's 9th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he first entered Congress in 2011, representing Massachusetts's 10th congressional district until redistricting. Keating's district includes Cape Cod and most of the South Coast. He raised his profile advocating for criminal justice issues in both houses of the Massachusetts General Court from 1977 to 1999 before becoming district attorney of Norfolk County, where he served three terms before being elected to Congress.

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Voting Record — 582

Yes41%

No53%

Present0%

Not Voting6%

Party align98%

Cross-party1%

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Congressional District 9

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William R. Keating

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMassachusetts District 9

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William R.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 19 sponsored · 75 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 27(source)

Rumeysa Ozturk didn't commit a crime - she just expressed an opinion that Donald Trump doesn't agree with, and you don't have to agree with her words to be upset by that. Congress has oversight over ICE - the majority must take immediate action to investigate.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 27(source)

As Trump/Musk cede our scientific edge to China while waging war on science to pay for tax cuts for billionaires & protect profits for big biz, Woods Hole is already feeling the impacts. https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/27/science/woods-hole-research-economy-federal-funds-trump/

In Woods Hole, hub of climate research, local economy quivers under Trump - The Boston Globe

The small upper Cape community has been a sort of company town for environmental scientists for more than a century.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 26(source)

1) Pete Hegseth should not be Secretary of Defense. If he won't resign, POTUS should remove him. 2) GOP Leadership needs to wake up to their oversight role and haul Hegseth and his fellow texters in.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 26(source)

On Hegseth/Signalgate, here's my call. We need to find out why this happened & what's being done to ensure it never happens again. I signed a HASC letter today calling on Chair Rogers to hold a hearing with SecDef after POTUS ignored us. How many more lives will be endangered before GOP wakes up?

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 26(source)

Yesterday, I led 40 colleagues in a letter to POTUS calling on him to restore funding to USAGM & its networks inc. Voice of America. His reckless action hides the truth from those who seek it & emboldens US adversaries who are threatened by credible media. Full letter: https://loom.ly/j44WHW8

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 25(source)

Because behind every secret document is an American citizen or ally who risked everything to help collect it, while another stands ready to carry out the orders.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 25(source)

So yes, “but her emails” all you want, but maybe also take a step back and realize that you can be against private email servers AND private text chains – and any other careless handling of government secrets.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 25(source)

Just a refresher – since “but her emails!” took hold in 2016 we have learned a lot:

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 25(source)

But they’re afraid to take the votes, and they’re afraid to hold hearings, because they know their positions are deeply unpopular and difficult to justify.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 25(source)

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – Republicans control the White House, the House, and the Senate. If they wanted to cut USAID and other programs the right way, they could.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 25(source)

Thanks to Ranking Member Meeks for organizing today’s Shadow Hearing on the Trump Administration’s dismantling of USAID. 📺: democrats-foreignaffairs.house.gov/2025/3/throw...

Shadow Hearing - Thrown into Chaos: The Dismantling of USAID and its Real-Life Consequences

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 24(source)

This is a breathtakingly reckless national security scandal, and it is one that Congress must urgently investigate. GOP leadership on HFAC must immediately convene a hearing to account for risking the lives of US personnel by conducting highly sensitive operational discussions by group chat.

The Trump Administration Accidentally Texted Me Its War Plans

U.S. national-security leaders included me in a group chat about upcoming military strikes in Yemen. I didn’t think it could be real. Then the bombs started falling.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 24(source)

Maybe the is why Trump's oligarchs say Americans wouldn't notice not getting their monthly social security check? Secretary Lutnick's mother-in-law might not notice, but I know the 204,536 Social Security recipients in the 9th Congressional District would.

15 Minutes Into 2025, Elon Musk Was Done With Social Security Tax. Meanwhile, 94% Of Americans Take The Entire Year

The tax system often feels unequal and Social Security is an obvious example. According to economics professor Teresa Ghilarducci, by the time most people celebrated the New Year, Elon Musk had alread...

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 24(source)

Over the past 3 years, I have worked to bring accountability to those impacted by these horrific atrocities. This shortsighted action only moves Ukraine further away from achieving justice.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 24(source)

I continue to be horrified that President Trump has cancelled a program that tracks thousands of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia. Without this crucial database, Ukrainian children torn from their families face even greater obstacles in finding their way home.

State Dept. cuts program collecting data on abducted Ukrainian children

The Trump administration confirmed it cut funding for a program that was compiling evidence of possible Russian war crimes.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 22(source)

Kitty’s legacy is one of resilience, compassion, and a commitment to making the world a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with my friend Governor Dukakis as well as their son and grandchildren.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 22(source)

Kitty Dukakis was a remarkable woman. Her courage in speaking in public about her personal struggles created hope and inspiration for countless individuals in need. Our Commonwealth was lucky to have her as our First Lady.

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 20(source)

Tune in live at 6:30 to my Town Hall Meeting in Wareham courtesty of Wareham Public Media: vimeo.com/event/5006314

9th Congressional District Rep. Bill Keating Q&A

at 6:00PM EST, 9th Congressional District Rep. Bill Keating will be at the Wareham High School auditorium to discuss his current projects, and answer questions in…

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 19(source)

Please join me tomorrow in Wareham for a 9th District town hall meeting where I look forward to answering your questions about what's going on in Washington, DC and my work to represent you. To register for Thursday or to be updated about future town halls, please visit keating.house.gov/townhall

Congressman Bill Keating@keating.house.govMar 12(source)

Tom Cahir was a champion for Cape Cod and for providing transportation access for all. A former colleague, but more importantly, a friend - my thoughts are with Tom's family and his colleagues at the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority.

CCRTA Administrator Thomas Cahir Dies

Thomas S. Cahir, longtime administrator for the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority, has died. The cause of his death, which reportedly occurred Wednesday morning, has not been released.

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Sponsored Bills(19)

H.R. 8929 (119th)
To amend title 1, United States Code, to expand the scope of documents the Secretary of Stat…
H.R. 8176 (119th)
To require the Secretary of State to facilitate strategic dialogue with Moldova and submit a…
H.R. 8086 (119th)
To establish a National and Nuclear Risk Reduction Center within the Department of State, an…
H.R. 7016 (119th)
To prohibit action to or the use of Federal funds to invade NATO countries and territories, …
H.R. 5320 (119th)
Transatlantic Growth Enterprise Act

Cosponsored Bills(75)

H. Res. 1356 (119th)
A resolution commemorating the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities, and …
Joined: 2026-06-10
H.R. 9105 (119th)
To reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relating to …
Joined: 2026-06-02
H. Con. Res. 103 (119th)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove Un…
Joined: 2026-05-20
H.R. 8817 (119th)
To permit the transfer of United States defense articles and defense services among the Balt…
Joined: 2026-05-14
H.R. 8667 (119th)
MISSION Rx Act
Joined: 2026-05-07

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Voting History

582 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-06-11	H. Res. 1335 (119th)	Approve resolution	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Passed
2026-06-11	H.R. 9238 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8464 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8464 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8312 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-10	H.R. 7892 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H.R. 5408 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1140 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	S. 2 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	S. 2 (119th)	Motion to Commit	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1140 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1345 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1345 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-08	H.R. 8428 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2026-06-08	H.R. 8466 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2026-06-05	H.R. 2913 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 518 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H.R. 8646 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H.R. 8646 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 1336 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 1336 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Con. Res. 84 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 518 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Con. Res. 86 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7726 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7726 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-03	H.R. 2860 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 1333 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 1333 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	S. 254 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7618 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 6047 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1041 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1041 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1329 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1329 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1300 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1300 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 2616 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 2616 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-20	H.R. 1993 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	S. 1003 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	S. 2393 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 5317 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 4544 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 3234 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1299 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-14	H.R. 8365 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	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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