At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Illinois District 14

Born

1986

Age 40

Phone

(202) 225-2976

Office

2228 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Illinois District 14

Lauren Underwood

Lauren Ashley Underwood is an American politician and registered nurse who is a U.S. representative from Illinois's 14th congressional district as a member of the Democratic Party. Her district, once represented by former House speaker Dennis Hastert, includes the outer western suburbs of Chicago, including DeKalb, Joliet, Oswego, Ottawa, and Yorkville.

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Voting Record — 316

Yes42%

No57%

Present0%

Not Voting1%

Party align99%

Cross-party0%

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Congressional District 14

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @RepUnderwood

External Resources

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Lauren Underwood

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratIllinois District 14

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Lauren's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 11 sponsored · 24 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govApr 18(source)

What a turnout 🇺🇸 🇺🇸! Thank you to everyone who took time out of their weekend to attend our community town hall – details about our next one will be announced soon! Subscribe to my newsletter to make sure you don’t miss it: underwood.house.gov/contact/news...

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govMar 18(source)

Corporate profits keep going up while working people are underpaid and overworked. Strong unions are how we create an economy built for our families, and I’m proud to cosponsor the Protecting the Right to Organize Act.

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govMar 14(source)

House Republicans are breaking a sacred promise to our nation’s veterans: Their budget cuts $23 billion from care to veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances.

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govMar 13(source)

Clean water is the foundation of a healthy community and a TOP issue I hear about from local leaders. I am so proud to deliver $200k in federal funds to Crest Hill to move their water infrastructure projects forward.

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govMar 12(source)

The Trump administration is withholding $1.88 BILLION in taxpayer money that belongs to the people of Illinois. My colleagues and I are demanding answers:

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govFeb 24(source)

Our federal agencies and the dedicated public servants who support them cannot be reorganized by an unelected billionaire. I joined more than 100 of my colleagues to demand clarity on Elon Musk’s latest outrageous email. READ: oversightdemocrats.house.gov/news/press-r...

More than 100 House Democrats Push Federal Agencies to Regain Order, Renounce Musk Chaos

Washington, D.C. (February 24, 2025)—Today, Rep. Gerald E.

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Congressman Raul Ruiz, MD@repraulruizmd.bsky.socialFeb 20(source)

🚨 I’m LIVE at 4pm PT! Join me and @underwood.house.gov on Instagram Live to talk about threats to Medicaid, Medicare & the Affordable Care Act. As a doctor, I know how these cuts hurt our communities. Tune in to learn what they could mean for you!

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govFeb 14(source)

roses are red my patience is through did trump attacking DEI lower costs for you?!?!

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govFeb 14(source)

Roses are red Violets are blue Trump spends more time golfing Than lowering costs for you

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govFeb 13(source)

And yes, this very successful program that makes filing income taxes easier for millions of Americans is still currently available apnews.com/article/irs-...

Elon Musk creates confusion about IRS' Direct File — but the free tax program is still available

Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk posted on his social media site that he has “deleted” 18F, a government agency that worked on technology projects such as the IRS's Direct File program.

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govFeb 13(source)

This year Illinois has joined IRS Direct File, and almost 2M Illinoisans are now eligible to file their income taxes for free. Available in English and in Spanish! directfile.irs.gov

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Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govFeb 12(source)

I brought home $950k in federal funding to support Lewis University's impressive work. Their semi-conductor lab is making sure our community keeps leading the way in state-of-the-art technology.

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govFeb 10(source)

Neighbors: The Historic Preservation Commission in Joliet is collecting stories to preserve Black voices for future generations and document our history! Learn more and submit your story below www.joliet.gov/government/d...

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Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govFeb 7(source)

We’re taking action to stop Elon Musk from stealing Americans’ sensitive personal data to make himself even richer.

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govJan 29(source)

The American people won this round, but extremists will keep pushing this Republican Rip Off to pay for billionaire and corporate tax breaks. We will not stop fighting to protect working families against Project 2025.

The Associated Press

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Open post ↗

BREAKING: The White House budget office has rescinded its order that froze federal grants and sparked widespread confusion.

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govJan 29(source)

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govJan 24(source)

If you're born in America, you're an American. Period.

CNN

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A federal judge says he will temporarily block Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship, calling it "blatantly unconstitutional." cnn.it/3EkEeUk

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govJan 23(source)

My Health Care Affordability Act has made health care more affordable for millions of Americans. Senator Shaheen and I just reintroduced this bill, and Congress needs to act fast to make these savings permanent >>>

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govJan 22(source)

Our bill to expand Social Security benefits for the first time in more than 20 years is now law, and more than 130,000 Illinoisans will see an increase in their checks. READ ➡️ underwood.house.gov/media/press-...

President Biden Signs Underwood-Backed Bill to Increase Social Security Benefits for 3 Million Americans

WASHINGTON—Representative Lauren Underwood (IL-14) released the following statement today, after President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law:

Rep. Lauren Underwood@underwood.house.govJan 21(source)

Today, I’m reflecting on the life and legacy of the great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His message of persistent action is more relevant than ever and I remain committed to advancing his vision of justice, inclusivity, and equal opportunity.

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Sponsored Bills(11)

H.R. 8397 (119th)
To protect Moms and babies against climate change, and for other purposes.
H.R. 8070 (119th)
To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to establish or expa…
H.R. 7973 (119th)
To end preventable maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health dispar…
H.R. 7782 (119th)
To prohibit the Secretary of State from charging a fee for the issuance or reissuance of a p…
H.R. 6775 (119th)
To amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to reauthorize the farmers' markets and loca…

Cosponsored Bills(24)

H. Res. 1264 (119th)
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Nurses Week", to be observed from May 6 through…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H.R. 8651 (119th)
Advancing Safe Medications for Moms and Babies Act of 2026
Joined: 2026-05-04
H.R. 8521 (119th)
Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act
Joined: 2026-04-27
H.R. 8378 (119th)
To modify the reasonable requirements that may be imposed on pet owners living in public hou…
Joined: 2026-04-20
H. Res. 1183 (119th)
Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Materna…
Joined: 2026-04-16

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Voting History

316 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-04-23	H.R. 5587 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 6387 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 6387 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-22	H.R. 4690 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 4690 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1182 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1189 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1189 (119th)	End debate now	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Passed
2026-04-21	S. 1020 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	H.R. 2493 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	H.R. 5201 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-20	H.R. 5200 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-20	H.R. 1681 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 1156 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 1689 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H. Con. Res. 40 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 7613 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 1011 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	—	Motion to Adjourn	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-27	H.R. 7084 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-26	H. Res. 1128 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-24	H.R. 6422 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-19	H.R. 4638 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.J. Res. 139 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-03-18	H.R. 1958 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	S. 3971 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H.R. 4294 (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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