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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 — 518

Yes43%

No56%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align98%

Cross-party2%

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Congressional District 11

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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.socialJan 16(source)

Trump is needlessly risking our credibility with our allies over his Greenland nonsense. Proud to cosponsor @keating.house.gov's bipartisan bill to reaffirm NATO unity.

Congressman Bill Keating

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Tonight I introduced the bipartisan No Funds for NATO Invasion Act, prohibiting the Trump administration from invading the territories of any NATO ally. Story: https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2026/01/12/congress/house-lawmakers-introduce-bipartisan-nato-bill-00723206

NEW LEGISLATION
NO FUNDS FOR NATO INVASION ACT

Snippet from Politico news story, headline reads:
"Bipartisan group of lawmakers introduces bill to prevent military action against NATO members
The legislation would prevent the Trump administration from taking action to invade a NATO country or territory, such as Greenland."

US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
SUBCOMMITTEE ON EUROPE
Ranking Member Bill Keating

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Ways and Means Committee Democrats@waysmeanscmte.bsky.socialJan 16(source)

Trump’s tariffs pushed household budgets to the brink last year. This year, the costs are set to only climb.

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

Manufacturing employment has declined every month since Trump announced his tariffs last April. Instead of boosting domestic manufacturing like he said he would, Trump has successfully done the opposite. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...

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

Attacking the Federal Reserve endangers the American economy. The Trump administration must drop their sham investigation and quit their assault on the Fed's independence.

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

Senate Republicans just blocked the bipartisan, House-passed bill to extend ACA tax credits for three years. My constituents are facing outrageous premium hikes for 2026. Read their testimonies on how Republican inaction is affecting them.

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

Americans do not want to go to war with Venezuela. I just signed onto the War Powers Resolution that would prevent military personnel from being deployed to Venezuela without Congressional approval. Speaker Johnson must bring this up for a vote immediately.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialJan 12(source)

My statement on Trump's "investigation" of the Federal Reserve.

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

This administration lost any credibility in national security a long time ago. But saying Renee Good was committing "domestic terrorism" is a new low. Sadly, this is what we can expect when one of Trump's first actions back in office was pardoning J6 cop killers. thehill.com/homenews/adm...

Noem doubles down on ‘domestic terrorism’ claim against woman in ICE shooting

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem reiterated her stance that the woman fatally shot by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis on Wednesday was committing an act of “…

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

My statement on extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits.

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

For months now, communities in Illinois have been terrorized by ICE operations. Now in Minnesota, an ICE agent has killed a woman. ICE must cease all operations before their incompetence and rampant abuse of power results in anyone else getting hurt or killed.

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

Freezing childcare funding during an affordability crisis is inhumane. Innocent children will pay for Trump's political games. Not only is this cruel, it’s unfair. Illinois already sends more in federal taxes than we get back from Washington. www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/06/f...

Federal government withholding $1 billion from Illinois meant for child care, family assistance

The administration is also withholding funds meant for California, Colorado, Minnesota and New York.

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

Today, I stood on the Capitol steps to mark five years since the January 6 insurrection. My Democratic colleagues and I will always stand up for democracy.

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

On this day, we thank the brave law enforcement officers who defended the Capitol that day and recommit to defending democracy.

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

Today is the fifth anniversary of the January 6 insurrection. That day, President Trump encouraged a violent mob to attempt to overturn the results of a free and fair election. Trump has since pardoned every criminal involved—including those convicted of assaulting police officers.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialJan 5(source)

Science and medical expertise should guide our vaccine recommendations, not RFK Jr.'s conspiracy theories. Decisions like this erode trust in safe and effective vaccines, risking outbreaks of preventable diseases and endangering children's health. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/05/h...

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Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialJan 3(source)

Trump's incoherent ramblings at today's news conference will only fuel suspicion around the world that this was all about seizing Venezuela's oil, and nothing about supporting freedom and democracy.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialJan 3(source)

It is hypocritical for Trump to claim this operation is about stopping the drug trade after Trump pardoned former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández who was convicted of serious drug trafficking charges.

Congressman Bill Foster@repbillfoster.bsky.socialJan 3(source)

Nicolás Maduro is a brutal dictator who stole an election, but our Constitution does not give the President the authority to conduct a premeditated act of war and pursue regime change without Congressional authorization.

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Senator Mark Warner@markwarner.bsky.socialJan 3(source)

My reaction to the U.S. attack in Venezuela (1/2)

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

Merry Christmas, Illinois! I hope everyone has a joyful and safe holiday spent with loved ones.

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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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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
2025-12-10	S. 1071 (119th)	Motion to Commit	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-10	H. Res. 936 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-10	H. Res. 936 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-10	H.R. 1676 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-09	S. 356 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-04	H.R. 1049 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-04	H.R. 1069 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-03	H.R. 1005 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-03	H.R. 4305 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2025-12-03	H.R. 2965 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-02	H. Res. 916 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-02	H. Res. 916 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-02	H.R. 4423 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-01	H.R. 5348 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-21	H. Con. Res. 58 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 1949 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 3109 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H. Res. 893 (119th)	Motion to Refer	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 6019 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 4058 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 5107 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-20	H.R. 5214 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-19	H. Res. 888 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-11-19	S.J. Res. 80 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-19	H.J. Res. 131 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-19	H.J. Res. 130 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 888 (119th)	Motion to Refer	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 878 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 879 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 879 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H.R. 4405 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-18	H. Res. 878 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-11-18	H.R. 2659 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-17	H.R. 1608 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-11-13	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-11-12	H. Res. 873 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H. Res. 719 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-19	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-09-18	H.R. 1047 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-18	H.R. 3015 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-18	H.R. 3062 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 713 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H.R. 5143 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H.R. 5125 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 722 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-17	H. Res. 722 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 5140 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 4922 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-09-16	H.R. 2721 (119th)	Fast-track passage	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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