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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.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 14(source)

President Trump’s $400 million private jet gifted from Qatar is blatantly unconstitutional. Attorney General Bondi had a clear conflict of interest in the matter, but the Department has outrageously put ethical matters in the hands of two political appointees beholden to her. We need answers.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 14(source)

Pres. Trump promised to end the war in Ukraine on day one. More than 100 days into his term, Russia continues to kill Ukrainian civilians. I’m introducing a bill to prohibit U.S. recognition of any Ukrainian territory seized by Russia—reaffirming our commitment to the Ukrainian people.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 14(source)

Ms. María Corina Machado has bravely continued to push for respect of the legitimate 2024 Venezuelan presidential election results. Today, I had the honor of speaking with her to remind her that the Venezuelan people’s democratic aspirations are not forgotten in the U.S. Senate.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 14(source)

Illinois ranks very low in conservation dollars sent by USDA. We need more. I’ll continue to advocate for these necessary funds.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

Megan Dwyer is a fourth generation farmer from Coal Valley, Illinois. She serves as Director of Conservation and Nutrient Stewardship for the Illinois Corn Growers Association. Her exceptional background made her a valuable witness at today’s Agriculture Committee hearing on conservation.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

I shared as much with Mr. Edlow, and I asked him important questions on workforce cuts to USCIS staff, DACA, and family separation. I look forward to hearing more from him under oath.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

I will continue calling out their cruelty and illegality, as well as stress the need for serious bipartisan immigration reform to deliver for American communities and businesses that rely on immigrants.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

The Trump Administration’s anti-immigrant record is a shameful betrayal of American values. The Administration continues to ignore due process and wrongfully divert resources away from processing applications for lawful immigration status.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

I just met with Joseph Edlow, President Trump’s pick to be Director of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. He’s helped force out critical staff and gut the agency, which is responsible for keeping our lawful immigration system functioning. My thoughts. A THREAD.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

I sat down with the Community Bankers Association of Illinois to discuss how community banks provide essential financial services while reinvesting in the neighborhoods they serve.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

The mere notion that the President would cravenly accept a $400 million attempt to win favor from a foreign power is beyond the pale and reeks of corruption. I’m joining Senator Schatz to reaffirm what our Constitution makes clear – no President should receive gifts from a foreign power.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

Imagine if this was a member of your family. It’s time to legislate again to lower prescription drug costs. President Trump can hold press conferences, but Congress must deliver.

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Sen. DURBIN: You walk into a patient’s room to say that *essential cancer therapy* is held up by a PBM. How do you explain that? Medical oncologist: We’re well-trained to tell a patient bad news. But since I’ve started, there are more conversations about affording medications.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

Kids as young as 12 can be recruited to work on tobacco farms where they're exposed to toxic tobacco plants containing nicotine. I introduced legislation to put an end to this disgraceful labor practice and protect these kids before it’s too late.

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Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸@judiciarydems.senate.govMay 13(source)

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

While President Trump basks in the spotlight with Saudi royalty, I hope he will also urge them to release human rights lawyer Waleed Abu al-Khair and allow writer Raif Badawi to finally reunite with his family in Canada.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

There’s more we can do to lower prescription drug prices. Tackle direct-to-consumer advertising. Pass PBM reform. Investigate abusive practices by Big Pharma. All should be bipartisan pushes.

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Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸@judiciarydems.senate.govMay 13(source)

Sen. DURBIN: If we want to deliver real relief at the pharmacy counter, it’s going to require Republicans and Democrats to stand up to Elon Musk and his chainsaw, looking to cut anything in sight.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

Democrats capped the price of insulin at $35 per month, set a $2000 limit on seniors’ out-of-pocket prescription drug expenses, and allowed for price negotiation under Medicare. President Trump talks about it, but Democrats delivered. And not a single Republican voted for it.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 13(source)

Naturally, President Trump’s first trip abroad is not about the nation’s interests, but his dubious business interests. This week’s visit includes three countries—Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE—where Trump has active business deals that benefit him and his family.

Trump’s Middle East trip marked by potential private business conflicts

The Trump Organization has entered into real estate deals in all three countries Trump plans to visit this week.

Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.govMay 12(source)

Scott Air Force Base, including the 932nd Airlift Wing, is critical to our nation’s military readiness. I met with Lt. Gen. Healy, Chief of the U.S. Air Force Reserve, to discuss how Congress can best support our service members as they carry out their mission.

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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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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
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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