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Representative for Illinois District 6

Born

November 23, 1971

Age 54

Phone

(202) 225-4561

Office

2440 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Illinois District 6

Sean Casten

Sean Thomas Casten is an American businessman and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Illinois's 6th congressional district. The district covers southwestern Chicago, as well as many of Chicago's inner southwestern suburbs, such as Downers Grove, Wheaton, Lisle, Orland Park, and Western Springs. He is a member of the Democratic Party.

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Voting Record — 498

Yes41%

No57%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align99%

Cross-party1%

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Congressional District 6

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Sean Casten

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratIllinois District 6

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Sean's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 44 sponsored · 150 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 15(source)

On July 3rd, Speaker Johnson called the House into session unexpectedly to pass Trump's Budget Betrayal, which gutted Medicaid. It's been 104 days since then. The House has only been in session for 19 of those days. Speaker Johnson refuses to call the House into session and reopen the government.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 15(source)

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the significant contributions of our Hispanic and Latino neighbors. Earlier this month, I visited Toro Construction in Orland Park and JP Architects in Oak Lawn to tour their facilities and hear about their business challenges.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 14(source)

As the Trump shutdown continues, air traffic controllers received partial paychecks today. They risk missing their next one. Speaker Johnson could end this shutdown and ensure these workers get paid, but instead has kept the House in recess since September 19th. www.cnbc.com/2025/10/14/g...

‘The job is stressful enough’: Air traffic controllers get partial paychecks as government shutdown heads for third week

Air traffic controllers are required to work despite no pay during the government shutdown.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 11(source)

The Trump-led shutdown does not require the administration to fire anyone. But illegally firing federal employees for political reasons and without concern for the impact on the American people is how President Trump has treated dedicated civil servants since day 1. www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...

Trump administration begins laying off more than 4,000 federal workers amid government shutdown, court filing shows

Affected agencies include the departments of Homeland Security, Education, Energy and Health and Human Services, among others, according to a Justice Department filing.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 10(source)

My statement on the peace deal in Gaza:

Statement from Rep. Casten on the Gaza peace deal. Find the full statement at https://casten.house.gov/media/press-releases/casten-statement-on-peace-deal-in-gaza

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 9(source)

Speaker Johnson knows what it takes to reopen the government, but he refuses to do it. He will not negotiate. He will not let the House return to session. Speaker Johnson chose to shut down the government because he believes you should pay more to see a doctor.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 8(source)

My office remains open and ready to assist constituents. If you have questions about the government shutdown, visit my website or call my office. casten.house.gov/shutdown2025

Government Shutdown FAQ | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 7(source)

TONIGHT: My Tele-Town Hall begins at 6:30 pm CT. Dial 833-708-2162 or visit casten.house.gov/Live to join.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 7(source)

NEWS: The Trump Administration has canceled $8 billion in projects that were set to lower electricity costs for Americans and increase grid reliability. I led 163 House Democrats in demanding that these projects be immediately reinstated. casten.house.gov/media/press-...

Casten, Levin Lead 163 House Democrats to Demand DOE Reinstate Canceled Projects | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 6(source)

TOMORROW: Join my Tele-Town Hall at 6:30 pm CT. Bring your questions about the government shutdown and what’s happening in Washington.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 5(source)

I remain in close contact with Governor Pritzker and other state and local leaders, and will continue to do everything possible to keep Illinoisans safe.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 5(source)

This is a brazen and authoritarian violation of our state sovereignty. It is an attempt to bully and intimidate Illinoisans. There is no need for military troops on the ground in Illinois. www.chicagotribune.com/2025/10/05/p...

President Trump calling up 300 Illinois National Guard ‘immediately’ to protect ICE, buildings for 60 days

In a memo obtained by the Tribune, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Illinois National Guard leadership up to 300 members will be called into service “effective immediately.”

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 4(source)

Have questions about what a government shutdown means for you? Check out my FAQ: casten.house.gov/shutdown2025

Government Shutdown FAQ | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congressman Sean Casten

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 3(source)

Why is the government shut down? Because Donald Trump wants you to pay more to go to the doctor and Mike Johnson wants to prevent the release of the Epstein Files.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 2(source)

This is an important effort from the Oversight Committee. I've heard from a lot of people in the 6th District who are concerned about these messages. The Trump Administration is blatantly violating the law to deny blame for their government shutdown. www.msnbc.com/msnbc/news/o...

Top Oversight Democrat says Trump’s partisan shutdown emails break the law

Rep. Robert Garcia is asking for an Office of the Special Counsel investigation into the Trump administration’s shutdown guidance.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govOct 1(source)

I've heard from people in our community wondering what a government shutdown means for them. Check out my shutdown FAQ here: casten.house.gov/shutdown2025

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govSep 30(source)

President Trump and Congressional Republicans would rather shut down the government than work across the aisle to protect health care for Americans. We deserve better than this. www.usatoday.com/story/news/p...

These people have found their health care at the center of a shutdown showdown

Small business owners, self-employed people and early retirees are among the 24 million Americans who could lose the tax credit

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govSep 29(source)

Speaker Johnson canceled House votes this week because he'd rather shut down the government than negotiate with Democrats. I'm in DC to work towards a government funding package that improves the health, safety, and economic well-being of the American people.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govSep 26(source)

Operation Midway Blitz is using authoritarian tactics to intimidate and bully Chicagoland communities. I’m demanding answers about how the Department of Homeland Security has skirted or outright violated due process and other constitutional requirements. chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

Illinois Dems press Chicago ICE director for Broadview facility oversight, details on deportation operations

Members of the Illinois delegation were scheduled to meet with an ICE Chicago field office director on Friday but were told the meeting had to be rescheduled to a later date.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govSep 26(source)

Earlier this month, I joined Outreach House for a grand opening at their new location in Lombard. The Outreach House provides food assistance for families in need in our community.

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Sponsored Bills(44)

H.R. 8441 (119th)
To amend the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act to require States to accept…
H.R. 8133 (119th)
To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 to address workforce and skilled labor needs for…
H.R. 7977 (119th)
To provide relief from high energy bills, and for other purposes.
H.R. 7819 (119th)
To require the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct an audit of a United Stat…
H.R. 7729 (119th)
To amend the Federal Power Act to require the issuance of rules relating to shared savings f…

Cosponsored Bills(150)

H.R. 8744 (119th)
To prohibit the import of certain goods produced, sourced, made, or otherwise derived from d…
Joined: 2026-05-12
H.R. 8717 (119th)
To amend the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995 to permit the construction of c…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H. Res. 1208 (119th)
Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-04-22
H.R. 8423 (119th)
To amend the Federal Power Act and the Natural Gas Act with respect to the enforcement of ce…
Joined: 2026-04-21
H.R. 8402 (119th)
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to increase civics education pro…
Joined: 2026-04-21

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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.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-03-05	H.R. 7744 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-05	H.R. 7744 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-05	H. Con. Res. 38 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-05	H. Res. 1099 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H. Res. 1100 (119th)	Motion to Refer	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H.R. 6472 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	S. 723 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H. Res. 1095 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H. Res. 1095 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-25	H.R. 4758 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-25	H.R. 4758 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-24	H.R. 4626 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-24	H.R. 4626 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-24	H. Res. 1075 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-24	H. Res. 1075 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-24	S. 2503 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-24	H.R. 6329 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-12	H.R. 2189 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	S. 1383 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	S. 1383 (119th)	Motion to Commit	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H.R. 261 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H.R. 261 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H.J. Res. 72 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H.R. 3617 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H.R. 3617 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1057 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1057 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1042 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-02-11	H. Res. 1042 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-10	H.R. 1531 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-09	H.R. 6644 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-04	H.J. Res. 142 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-04	H.R. 4090 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-04	H.R. 4090 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-02-03	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-03	H. Res. 1032 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-03	H. Res. 1032 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-03	H.R. 3123 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-02-02	H.R. 980 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H. Con. Res. 68 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 6359 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H.R. 6359 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7147 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H. Res. 1014 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-22	H. Res. 1014 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-01-22	H. Res. 1014 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.J. Res. 140 (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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