At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Illinois District 11

Born

October 7, 1955

Age 70

Phone

(202) 225-3515

Office

2366 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Illinois District 11

Bill Foster

George William Foster is an American businessman, physicist, and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Illinois's 11th congressional district since 2013. He was the U.S. representative for Illinois's 14th congressional district from 2008 to 2011. He is a member of the Democratic Party.

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Voting Record — 518

Yes43%

No56%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

Cross-party2%

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Congressional District 11

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @RepBillFoster Facebook YouTube

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Bill Foster

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratIllinois District 11

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Bill's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 25 sponsored · 57 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 23(source)

Furloughing nearly 80% of the NNSA is unjustifiable. These workers keep Americans safe from nuclear threats and oversee nonproliferation efforts. As Congress’s only PhD physicist, I’m joining my colleagues in demanding that these experts be allowed to resume their essential work immediately.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 22(source)

While working families worry about rising health insurance costs and putting food on the table, Donald Trump is destroying parts of the White House to build himself a $250 million ballroom. Americans deserve better.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 21(source)

Unless Republicans cut their vacation short and come back to D.C. to negotiate a bipartisan funding bill, food assistance for nearly 2 million people in Illinois will run out on November 1. Democrats are ready to reopen the government, prevent premiums from skyrocketing, and protect SNAP benefits.

Nearly 2 million Illinoisians set to lose SNAP benefits amid congressional stalemate

Nearly 1.9M Illinoisans risk losing SNAP benefits Nov. 1 as the shutdown drags; the state explores limited options.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 21(source)

Farmers across the country are hurting right now. One of our biggest export markets hasn't bought a single American soybean since May, and what is the president doing about it? Sending our competitor a $20 billion taxpayer-funded bailout.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 20(source)

It was an honor to celebrate Diwali in Aurora last week! Today, I wish everyone a happy Diwali filled with prosperity, joy, and light.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 20(source)

Some more pictures from #NoKings on Saturday. Proud to stand with so many people from our community in defense of democracy.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 18(source)

The people of Illinois join millions across the nation to say loud and clear: there are no kings in America. Proud to join the peaceful No Kings protests across my district—in Geneva, Naperville, and Bolingbrook—to make our voices heard.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 17(source)

It’s unacceptable that federal employees are going without pay, health care costs are skyrocketing & families are seeing SNAP benefits threatened while House Republicans stay on vacation. Until they work with Democrats to reopen the government, I’m donating my pay to the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Foster to Donate Paycheck to Northern Illinois Food Bank During Shutdown

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) announced that he will once again donate his Congressional pay earned during the government shutdown to the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 17(source)

Working families are reaching their boiling point. Republicans need to cut their vacation short, come back to DC, and extend ACA tax credits before premiums skyrocket.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 15(source)

After I won my special election, I was sworn in three days later. It’s been 21 days since Congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva won her special election, and Speaker Johnson has yet to swear her in. Speaker Johnson, swear her in.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 15(source)

My office is now accepting internship applications for the Spring semester at both my Illinois and DC offices. For more information, visit foster.house.gov/intern!

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 14(source)

Recently, I joined Indivisible McHenry County to hear constituents' concerns, answer their questions about the Republican shutdown, and share what my colleagues and I are doing to hold the Trump Administration accountable.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 13(source)

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the resilience of Indigenous communities, and recommit to confronting the injustices they’ve faced throughout history. I’m proud of the progress we’ve made to right past wrongs. Today and every day, let’s continue to uplift Indigenous voices.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 11(source)

The application deadline to be considered for a nomination to a military service academy is October 31. For more information, visit foster.house.gov/services/military-academy.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 10(source)

House GOP, ready to get to work when you are.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 10(source)

Thank you to everyone who joined my virtual town hall this week! If you missed it for the Cubs game... I get it! You can watch the full recording on my YouTube channel: youtu.be/veIuHfH6F_g

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 9(source)

My statement on the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreement.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 9(source)

Even Marjorie Taylor Greene agrees—we need to pass a funding bill that prevents health insurance costs from skyrocketing for millions of Americans. Enough is enough. Speaker Johnson, stop canceling votes and come back to DC to negotiate.

Brian Tyler Cohen

@briantylercohen.bsky.social

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Marjorie Taylor Greene just said the Republican Party is “getting destroyed” during this government shutdown as they refuse to protect health care. “Everyone’s just getting destroyed... Republicans, you have no solutions... It is hurting so many people.”

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 8(source)

Happening soon!

Congressman Bill Foster

@repbillfoster.bsky.social

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Join my virtual town hall on Wednesday, October 8, at 6pm CT! For the Zoom link to join, visit foster.house.gov/townhall or watch at facebook.com/CongressmanBillFoster. Any questions? Call my District Office at 630-585-7672 or my DC Office at 202-225-3515.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialOct 8(source)

Read a constituent testimony about receiving assistance with the IRS! If you need assistance with a federal agency, don't hesitate to call my office at (630) 585-7672 or visit foster.house.gov/services/hel...

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Sponsored Bills(25)

H.J. Res. 177 (119th)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…
H. Res. 1238 (119th)
Encouraging greater public-private sector collaboration to promote financial literacy for st…
H. Res. 1210 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic …
H.R. 8299 (119th)
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a program to populate downloadable t…
H.R. 7790 (119th)
To amend the HITECH Act to allow an individual to obtain a copy of such individual's protect…

Cosponsored Bills(57)

H.R. 8278 (119th)
To require certain supervisory agencies to assess their technological capabilities, and for …
Joined: 2026-04-14
H.R. 8031 (119th)
To repeal the Executive order entitled "Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial …
Joined: 2026-03-20
H. Res. 1061 (119th)
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2026.
Joined: 2026-02-12
H.R. 7270 (119th)
To establish a government-wide approach to stopping identity fraud and theft in the financia…
Joined: 2026-01-27
H. Res. 1004 (119th)
Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance…
Joined: 2026-01-15

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Voting History

518 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-07-23	H.R. 4275 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-23	H.R. 3357 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-22	H.R. 1917 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-22	H.R. 3937 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-21	H.R. 3351 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-21	H.R. 3095 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H. Res. 590 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-18	H. Res. 590 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	H.R. 1919 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	S. 1582 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	H.R. 3633 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	H. Res. 580 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-16	H. Res. 580 (119th)	Motion to Reconsider	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-15	H.R. 1717 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-15	H. Res. 580 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-15	H. Res. 580 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-14	S. 1596 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-14	H.R. 1770 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-14	H.R. 1709 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-03	H.R. 1 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-03	H. Res. 566 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-03	H. Res. 566 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-07-02	H. Res. 566 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-02	H. Res. 566 (119th)	Consideration of the Resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-27	H. Res. 516 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-26	H.R. 275 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-26	H.R. 875 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-06-25	H. Res. 519 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-24	—	Motion to Adjourn	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-24	H. Res. 530 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-24	H. Res. 530 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-24	H. Res. 537 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-23	H.R. 3422 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-23	H.R. 3394 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-23	H.R. 1998 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-12	H.R. 2056 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-12	H.R. 2056 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-12	—	Motion to Adjourn	YES	YES	✓	Failed

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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