Bill Foster
Sourced recordU.S. House - IL District 11 · Congressional District 11
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Profile Snapshot
Bill Foster is a Democratic Representative from Illinois, serving in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2008. Born 1955. Official website: https://foster.house.gov
Five-pillar framework
Right for Office Score
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Constitutional Government
20%The public record on individual rights, limited government, federalism, and constitutional checks and balances.
0 of 9 subcategories publishable · Insufficient Record—of 100
Constitutional Government
20%The public record on individual rights, limited government, federalism, and constitutional checks and balances.
Freedom of Speech
Religious Liberty
Second Amendment
Due Process
Separation of Powers
Limited Government
Federalism / States' Rights
Judicial Philosophy
Protection of Individual Rights
Life, Family & Human Dignity
20%The public record on life, family stability, parental authority, child protection, and human dignity.
0 of 9 subcategories publishable · Insufficient Record—of 100
Life, Family & Human Dignity
20%The public record on life, family stability, parental authority, child protection, and human dignity.
Sanctity of Life
Marriage
Gender & Biological Reality
Parental Rights
School Choice
Child Protection
Human Trafficking
Adoption & Foster Care
Family Stability
Integrity & Public Leadership
20%The public record on promises, ethics, transparency, consistency, accountability, and use of public power.
0 of 9 subcategories publishable · Insufficient Record—of 100
Integrity & Public Leadership
20%The public record on promises, ethics, transparency, consistency, accountability, and use of public power.
Promise Keeping
Honesty
Transparency
Ethics
Corruption Record
Financial Accountability
Abuse of Power
Consistency
Leadership Character
National Security, Law & Elections
20%The public record on national defense, borders, elections, law enforcement, public safety, and foreign policy.
0 of 9 subcategories publishable · Insufficient Record—of 100
National Security, Law & Elections
20%The public record on national defense, borders, elections, law enforcement, public safety, and foreign policy.
Border Security
Immigration Policy
National Defense
Veterans
Law & Order
Support for Law Enforcement
Election Integrity
Public Safety
Foreign Policy
Economic Stewardship
20%The public record on taxes, debt, spending, regulation, energy, growth, and small business.
0 of 10 subcategories publishable · Insufficient Record—of 100
Economic Stewardship
20%The public record on taxes, debt, spending, regulation, energy, growth, and small business.
Fiscal Responsibility
Balanced Budget
National Debt
Tax Policy
Inflation
Government Spending
Regulatory Reform
Energy Independence
Economic Growth
Small Business
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Ratings & Endorsements
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Evidence & Sources
29/30 verifiedEvery item below is a stored record. 29 have a named source with a working link, 1 have partial sourcing.
- PartialBill Foster is a candidate for U.S. House - IL District 11profile identity· OpenFEC
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Flexibility for Workers Education Act
- VerifiedVoted No on Providing for consideration of (H.R. 2988) Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act; (H.R. 2262) Flexibility for Workers Education Act; (H.R. 2270) Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act; (H.R. 2312) Tipped Employee Protection Act; and (H.R. 4366) Save Local Business Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Providing for consideration of (H.R. 2988) Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act; (H.R. 2262) Flexibility for Workers Education Act; (H.R. 2270) Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act; (H.R. 2312) Tipped Employee Protection Act; and (H.R. 4366) Save Local Business Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on AGOA Extension Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Remote Access Security Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Affordable HOMES Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Breaking the Gridlock Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1834) to advance policy priorities that will break the gridlock
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026
- VerifiedVoted No on Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4593) the SHOWER Act; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5184) the Affordable HOMES Act; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6938) making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1834) to advance policy priorities that will break the gridlock
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4593) the SHOWER Act; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5184) the Affordable HOMES Act; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6938) making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes
- VerifiedVoted Present on Call of the House
- VerifiedVoted Present on Call by States
- VerifiedRaised $5,061,268.72 in the 2026 cycle
- VerifiedNews coverage: Press Release: Bill Foster Introduces Bill to Improve Battery Supply Chain Safety and Sustainability - Quiver Quantitative
- VerifiedNews coverage: FHLBank Chicago and Rep. Bill Foster Join Housing Opportunity Development Corporation, McHenry County and Local Leaders, to Discuss Expanding Affordable Housing Opportunities in Illinois 11th District - Eagle-Tribune
- VerifiedNews coverage: FHLBank Chicago and Rep. Bill Foster Join Housing Opportunity Development Corporation, McHenry County and Local Leaders, to Discuss Expanding Affordable Housing Opportunities in Illinois 11th District - Morningstar
- VerifiedNews coverage: FHLBank Chicago and Rep. Bill Foster Join Housing Opportunity Development Corporation, McHenry County and Local Leaders, to Discuss Expanding Affordable Housing Opportunities in Illinois 11th District - Business Wire
- VerifiedNews coverage: Press Release: Congressman Bill Foster Introduces Parent PLUS Loan Fairness and Responsibility Act - Quiver Quantitative
- VerifiedNews coverage: Press Release: Congressman Bill Foster Introduces Resolution Supporting Nuclear Security and IAEA's Role - Quiver Quantitative
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Foster Donates Paycheck from Shutdown to Northern Illinois Food Bank - Congressman Bill Foster (.gov)
- VerifiedNews coverage: U.S. Rep. Bill Foster to donate salary during shutdown - Daily Herald
- VerifiedNews coverage: Longtime congressman Bill Foster faces multiple challengers in Illinois' 11th District - WBEZ Chicago
Bills & Legislative Work
2026-06-25: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2026-06-25: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
2026-06-11: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2026-06-04: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
2026-06-03: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
2026-05-22: Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology.
2026-05-07: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
2026-04-30: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
2026-04-23: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
2026-04-15: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Voting Record Feed
Public Statements
eadcrumb"> Home Media Press Releases June 25, 2026 Press Release Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL-11) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the Investor Choice Act, legislation to prohibit pre-dispute mandatory, or “forced,” arbitration agreements and preserve customers’ ability to bring or join class action lawsuits in certain financial sectors. Read More Foster, Sherman Seek Regulatory Clarity on Agentic AI Trading June 24, 2026 Press Release Washington, DC — Today,
a/press-releases" alt="View Press Release listings">Press Release Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL-11) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the Investor Choice Act, legislation to prohibit pre-dispute mandatory, or “forced,” arbitration agreements and preserve customers’ ability to bring or join class action lawsuits in certain financial sectors. Read More June 24, 2026 Press Release Washington, DC — Today, Representatives Bill Foster (D-IL) and Brad Sherman (D-CA) le
) and Brad Sherman (D-CA) led Members on the House Financial Services Committee in calling on the Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Paul Atkins, to explain what oversight, guidance, and investor protections are in place as brokerage firms begin allowing AI agents to make autonomous trades on behalf of retail investors, and whether the agency has evaluated the risks these systems pose to market integrity and consumer protection. Read More June 11, 2026 Press Release Washingto
Press Release listings">Press Release Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) introduced the Parent PLUS Loan Fairness and Responsibility Act. This legislation would allow students to take over the student debt incurred by their parents on their behalf, providing a sensible solution for parents facing multiple financial burdens. Read More June 9, 2026 Press Release Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement after voting NO on Republicans
ion-package">Foster Statement on Republican Reconciliation Package June 9, 2026 Press Release Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement after voting NO on Republicans’ reconciliation package: Read More June 4, 2026 Press Release Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) introduced the Closing the Digital Divide for Students Act to expand broadband access for low-income families in HUD-assisted housing. This bill would allow families livin
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