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U.S. Senator from Illinois

Born

November 21, 1944

Age 81

Phone

(202) 224-2152

Office

711 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Illinois

Richard J. Durbin

Richard Joseph Durbin is an American politician and attorney serving as the senior United States senator from the state of Illinois, a seat he has held since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, Durbin is in his fifth Senate term and has served since 2005 as the Senate Democratic Whip and since 2025 as the Senate minority whip. He is the longest-serving Democratic whip since the position was established in 1913. Durbin chaired the Senate Judiciary Committee from 2021 to 2025, and led the Ketanji Brown Jackson Supreme Court nomination hearings.

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Voting Record — 789

Yes34%

No63%

Present0%

Not Voting3%

Party align93%

Cross-party6%

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Richard J. Durbin

U.S. SenatorDemocratIllinois

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Richard J.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 127 sponsored · 341 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

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Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸@judiciarydems.senate.govMay 22(source)

Sen. DURBIN: I extend my thoughts and prayers to the two individuals shot and killed last night outside the Capital Jewish Museum. It’s a heartbreaking episode. Violence has no place—no place—in our society and must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 22(source)

Now, it is on four Senate Republicans with the good sense to join Democrats and say ‘no’ to President Trump and this disaster.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 22(source)

Republicans are taking a chainsaw to critical services that American families depend on and using them as a piggy bank for tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy. It’s simple: Billionaires win. And American families lose, all thanks to President Trump.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 22(source)

Republicans’ reconciliation bill dismantles the American Dream and strips health care, food assistance, and more away from millions of hardworking Americans.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 22(source)

It is absolutely devastating to hear of the shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in DC. My prayers go out to the young couple who were killed and their loved ones. Hate-fueled violence and antisemitism have no place in our country.

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Two Israeli embassy staffers, a young couple about to be engaged, were killed by a lone gunman as they left an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC, and a suspect, is in custody, officials said. Follow our live coverage: reut.rs/4kyn45K

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 22(source)

As I’ve said time and time again: there cannot be one set of rules for Republicans and another set of rules for Democrats.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 22(source)

Now that Senate Republicans have disregarded the GAO and the Parliamentarian’s decision, they have set a new precedent in the Senate—one that future Democratic majorities will be able to take advantage of as well.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 22(source)

What my Senate Republican colleagues did last night is a procedural nuclear option—a dramatic break from Senate precedent with profound institutional consequences.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 21(source)

I’m committed to helping our caregivers get the support they need, especially for our veterans. Today, I met with two Elizabeth Dole Foundation Fellows from Illinois to discuss their experience as military and veteran caregivers and what Congress can do to support them.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 21(source)

Deepfakes are often used to exploit and harass women and girls. No one should have their privacy and autonomy violated through AI-generated explicit content. Proud to partner with you on this bipartisan bill, @aoc.bsky.social.

AOC to Reintroduce Bill Combating Deepfake AI Porn

Ocasio-Cortez is reintroducing legislation to provide civil recourse for survivors of nonconsensual sexually explicit deepfakes.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 21(source)

I just introduced a bill with @ocasio-cortez.house.gov and Senator Graham to combat non-consensual, sexually-explicit deepfakes. The DEFIANCE Act would give survivors a tool to reclaim their likenesses and identities.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 21(source)

I have officially filed my amendment to the GENIUS Act to help prevent scammers from stealing Americans’ savings through crypto ATM schemes. These scams have harmed thousands of Americans & cheated them out of their life savings. Enough is enough. I urge my colleagues to support my amendment.

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Congress must crack down on crypto ATM scams. My amendment to the GENIUS Act would do just that by providing commonsense guardrails to stop scammers in their tracks and protect hardworking Americans & their life savings.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 21(source)

From education and summer programming for kids to health and nutrition services, AmeriCorps supports our communities. Donald Trump’s reckless cuts will shutter AmeriCorps programs and hurt hardworking American families. I’m fighting to protect IL communities and families.

AmeriCorps cuts leave Chicago programs serving kids facing diminished summer

In Illinois, cuts to AmeriCorps will leave some programs for the summer shuttered or scrambling for volunteers.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 21(source)

The answer is simple. No, a public official CANNOT defy a court order.

Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸

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Multiple Trump nominees have refused to give a clear answer to whether or not a public official can defy a court order. The Solicitor General answered incorrectly again before the Supreme Court last week. SAUER: Our policy is to “generally” respect precedent but “not necessarily in every case.”

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Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸@judiciarydems.senate.govMay 21(source)

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 21(source)

I’m heartbroken to hear of Rep. Gerry Connolly’s passing. He was an exemplary public servant who remained dedicated to serving his constituents in Virginia. His legacy will always be remembered.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 21(source)

Let this remind us of the daily sacrifice of our military members.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 21(source)

Earlier this year, four American service members lost their lives in a tragic training accident in Lithuania. Last night, the Senate unanimously passed a resolution I introduced to honor their lives, including Staff Sergeant Jose Dueñez Jr. from Joliet, Illinois.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 20(source)

Today, I pressed Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. I will continue to call for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all remaining hostages, and humanitarian aid flowing into Gaza.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 20(source)

Prime Healthcare’s decision to reduce pediatric, maternal, and trauma care services at recently acquired hospitals risks jeopardizing health care access for many Illinoisans. Patients must come before profits. We're demanding answers.

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Sponsored Bills(127)

S. Res. 748 (119th)
A resolution condemning the Department of Justice and Internal Revenue Service settlement ag…
S. 4608 (119th)
A bill to prohibit the imposition of the death penalty for any violation of Federal law, and…
S. 4566 (119th)
A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to require coverage under State plans u…
S. 4541 (119th)
A bill to ensure that significantly more students graduate college with the international kn…
S. 4515 (119th)
A bill to require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to carry out …

Cosponsored Bills(341)

S. 4618 (119th)
A bill to effectively staff the high-need public elementary schools and secondary schools of…
Joined: 2026-05-21
S. 4579 (119th)
A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to require that annual St…
Joined: 2026-05-20
S. 4591 (119th)
A bill to protect intellectual property rights in the voice and visual likeness of individua…
Joined: 2026-05-20
S.J. Res. 192 (119th)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, Unite…
Joined: 2026-05-19
S. 4551 (119th)
A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to establish a minimum salary threshold…
Joined: 2026-05-18

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Voting History

789 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-05	—	Motion (Motion to Waive Section 305(b)(2) of the CBA re: Cortez Masto Amdt. No. 1690)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (49-50, 3/5 majority required)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-52)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-05	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Rejected (5-94)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (47-51)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-53)
2025-04-04	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Agreed to (51-48)
2025-04-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-04-03	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-48)
2025-04-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-04-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-04-03	S.J. Res. 26 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 26	YES	NO	✕	Motion to Discharge Rejected (15-83)
2025-04-03	S.J. Res. 33 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 33	YES	NO	✕	Motion to Discharge Rejected (15-82)
2025-04-03	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-04-03	H.J. Res. 24 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (53-42)
2025-04-02	H.J. Res. 24 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-04-02	S.J. Res. 37 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-48)
2025-04-02	—	End debate	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-04-02	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-04-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-03-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-42)
2025-03-27	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2025-03-27	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-03-27	S.J. Res. 18 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (52-48)
2025-03-26	S.J. Res. 18 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)
2025-03-26	H.J. Res. 25 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (70-28)
2025-03-26	H.J. Res. 25 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (70-28)
2025-03-26	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-43)
2025-03-26	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-03-26	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-03-26	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-03-26	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-03-25	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-03-25	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (56-44)
2025-03-25	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-44)
2025-03-25	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-47)
2025-03-25	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)

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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