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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

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Voting Record — 594

Yes43%

No55%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

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 · 47 sponsored · 161 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

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.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govSep 25(source)

As a Member of Congress, I have the honor of nominating candidates to the United States Service Academies. Visit my website to view eligibility requirements and to learn more. casten.house.gov/ser.../milit...

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House of Reps. SEEC@houseseec.bsky.socialSep 24(source)

Today, SEEC Clean Energy Deployment Task Force's @casten.house.gov & @levin.house.gov unveiled the Cheap Energy Act, a comprehensive approach to lowering American consumers’ energy costs. The cheapest, most reliable forms of energy are also the cleanest. seec.house.gov/media/press-...

SEEC Clean Energy Deployment Task Force Co-Chairs Sean Casten and Mike Levin Unveil the Cheap Energy Agenda: A Roadmap to Lower Energy Costs for American Families

Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) Clean Energy Deployment Task Force Co-Chairs U.S. Congressmen Sean Casten (IL-06) and Mike Levin (CA-49) unveiled the Cheap Energy Agenda, a consumer-focused approach to United States energy policy that ensures Americans have access to cheap, reliable, and clean energy.

Rep. Sean Casten@casten.house.govSep 24(source)

Learn more: casten.house.gov/media/press-...

Press Releases | U.S. Congressman Sean Casten

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Sponsored Bills(47)

H.R. 9732 (119th)
To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to require issuers with a multi-class share str…
H.R. 9399 (119th)
To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for criminal penalties for a person who pr…
H.R. 9268 (119th)
To amend the Bank Secrecy Act to require the registration of digital asset kiosk operators a…
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…

Cosponsored Bills(161)

H.R. 10073 (119th)
To assist in the conservation of critically endangered species in foreign countries, and for…
Joined: 2026-08-10
H.R. 9808 (119th)
No Passes for Polluters Act of 2026
Joined: 2026-07-21
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. Res. 1415 (119th)
Celebrating the country's history of church-state separation and recognizing the 250th anniv…
Joined: 2026-07-02

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Voting History

594 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
2026-04-22	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
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 1156 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 1689 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H. Con. Res. 40 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 7613 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 1011 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	—	Motion to Adjourn	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-27	H.R. 7084 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-26	H. Res. 1128 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-24	H.R. 6422 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-19	H.R. 4638 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.J. Res. 139 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-03-18	H.R. 1958 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	S. 3971 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H.R. 4294 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
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

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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