Press Releases
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Clinic, which overturns Roe v. Wade: the 1973 case that established a constitutionally protected right to an abortion.
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act – the most significant piece of gun violence legislation in nearly three decades.
Washington, D.C. – Last night, Congressman Foster (D-IL) voted for a bipartisan legislative package that would strengthen access to care for those grappling with mental illness and substance use disorders. The Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act will strengthen and expand more than 30 federal programs to address widespread shortages in mental health professionals a
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) announced the introduction of 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 living in HUD-assisted housing, whose children qualify for free or reduced lunch, to use federal assistance on broadband internet access.
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) voted for the bipartisan Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act: legislation that will help bring down prices in the grocery aisle and at the gas pump by giving American farmers the support they need to thrive.
Washington, D.C. – Tonight, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Protecting Our Kids Act, a package of critical, common sense gun safety measures:
Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) introduced the Parents PLUS Loan Fairness and Responsibility Act. This legislation would allow students to take over the student debt that was incurred on their behalf, providing a sensible solution for parents facing multiple financial burdens.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (IL-11) announced support for 15 community projects in the 11th Congressional District as part of the House Appropriations Committee's Community Project Funding (CPF) program.
Washington, D.C. – Today, legislation introduced by Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) to strengthen cybersecurity in the financial services industry was passed by the House Financial Services Committee.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to promote science diplomacy. The resolution calls for greater international cooperation, while seeking new ways to advance scientific research and innovation.