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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 — 536

Yes43%

No55%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

Cross-party2%

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Congressional District 11

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

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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.

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Congressman Don Beyer@beyer.house.govDec 19(source)

For years I have urged my colleagues for years to permanently eliminate the debt ceiling, which has never reduced our national debt. I am a cosponsor of @repbrendanboyle.bsky.social’s bill to do it. Let’s abolish the debt limit for good.

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

ICYMI: We released our House AI Task Force Report yesterday! I'm proud of the bipartisan work we did to set a solid framework for building meaningful AI legislation in the new Congress. Take a look at the report here: https://buff.ly/3BAyUv8

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

Last week, I stopped by Lemont to meet with Mayor Egofske and present him with a check for $500,000 in Community Project Funding! This funding will support multiple rail crossing projects throughout Lemont aimed at improving pedestrian and vehicle safety.

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

As Congress' only PhD physicist, it has been an honor serving on the House Task Force on AI. Read my full statement on our report below ⬇️

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialDec 16(source)

Shocked and saddened to hear about the tragedy at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, where I grew up. Our children deserve better.

3 dead, others injured in a shooting at a private Christian school in Wisconsin

A student opened fire at a private Christian school Monday morning in Wisconsin, killing two people in the final week before Christmas break. The shooter also died, police said.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialDec 16(source)

I was also proud to deliver a Congressional Record Statement that celebrates the achievement of Tristen and Sawyer, who recently placed 5th at the World Robot Olympiad International Finals where they competed against teams from 90 countries!

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialDec 16(source)

Over the weekend, I stopped by the Valhallen Esports Training Center in Naperville--a place where young people are learning about robotics and technology in a hands-on and fun way.

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

More great news for Illinois! IBM's decision means more investment--and most importantly, more good jobs--for the Chicagoland area. I applaud Governor Pritzker for working tirelessly to position our state as a global leader in quantum computing research and innovation.

IBM will join Illinois' sprawling quantum park on South Side, state aims to be 'the global quantum capital'

IBM's decision is a huge win for Gov. JB Pritzker, who has for years sought to make Illinois a global leader in quantum computing and innovation. The announcement comes a day after the City Council…

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

Today marks two years since the Respect for Marriage Act was signed into law. I was proud to vote to pass this legislation to ensure that federal and state governments continue to recognize and respect all marriages—regardless of sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, or national origin.

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

It was an honor to attend the Midwest Asian Health Association's 2024 Gala this past weekend and to thank them for working to expand access to affordable health care for people in all communities.

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

I hope President Trump thinks long and hard about how his tariffs would affect American consumers. We need economic policies that lower costs—not raise them.

Trump ‘can’t guarantee’ tariffs won’t raise prices for consumers

President-elect Trump in a new interview that aired Sunday said he couldn’t guarantee Americans would not pay more because of tariffs he has pledged to impose on imported goods. Trump, in an …

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

Congratulations to Shushan Arora of Bolingbrook High School, this year's winner of the Congressional App Challenge! Shushan created PrepShield, an app designed to help families prepare for emergencies with important resources and contacts. Thanks to all who participated!

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialDec 7(source)

83 years ago today, 2,300 servicemembers lost their lives at #PearlHarbor. We continue to honor the lives lost that day and commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of those who volunteered to fight for our country in the days that followed.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialDec 6(source)

The Trump administration will inherit one of the strongest job markets on record, and they can keep it that way by continuing to pursue economic policies that put workers and small businesses first.

US job growth surged in November, adding 227,000 jobs | CNN Business

Job growth surged in November, an expected rebound after hurricanes and striking workers heavily distorted the October data.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialDec 6(source)

Our nation is just scratching the surface of what we can do with advancements in science and technology. This week, I joined the Science & Technology Action Committee to speak about the importance of maintaining robust federal funding for scientific research in the new Congress.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialDec 4(source)

Thanks to Jaylen, Mr. Miller got the medical help he needed and was able to celebrate Thanksgiving with his family--and Jaylen! Thank you, Jaylen, for being a true hero!

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialDec 4(source)

I’m proud to congratulate Jaylen Lockhart, a USPS mail carrier in Aurora, for his heroic actions in helping Guy Miller, a senior citizen who had fallen and injured his head while walking his dog.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialNov 28(source)

Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing everyone a day full of gratitude and time spent with loved ones.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialNov 26(source)

Not sure Team Trump realizes a 25 percent tariff on Canadian oil imports will go straight into higher gas prices in the Midwest. Not exactly the platform he campaigned on...

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A 25% tariff on Canadian oil would have huge impacts to #gasprices in the Great Lakes, Midwest and Rockies, which are the major markets where refiners process Canadian oil. Refiners can not simply process lighter oil overnight. It would take huge investments and years. More US supply wouldn't help.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialNov 25(source)

I was proud to help secure nearly $1 million for the Village of Holiday Hills to support its sanitary sewer extension project. Last week, I got a firsthand look at the construction progress.

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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

536 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2312 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2270 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6504 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6500 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-12	H.R. 2683 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-09	H.R. 5184 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 1834 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 131 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 504 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Divisions B and C	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Division A	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-06	—	Call of the House	PRESENT	—	—	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 6703 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 6703 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3616 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H. Con. Res. 64 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H. Con. Res. 61 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H. Res. 953 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H. Res. 953 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 3632 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 3632 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-16	H.R. 4371 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 4371 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-16	H. Res. 951 (119th)	Approve resolution	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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