Press Releases
Casten Statement on US Military Action in Iran
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement on US military action in Iran: “Iran’s regime is repressive and destabilizing. Its proxies sow chaos across the region. No one disputes that Iran presents serious challenges. Its support for proxy militias, regional interference, and hostility toward its neighbors undermines peace in the Middle East. The United States would welcome a more peaceful and responsible partner in the region.“But that does not … Continue Reading
February 26, 2026
Casten Introduces Bill to Incentivize Utilities to Lower Costs for Ratepayers, Lower Emissions
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) introduced the Shared Utility Rewards for Grid Efficiency (SURGE) Act, legislation to lower bills for American energy consumers by realigning transmission utility incentives with customer cost savings and rewarding improvements in grid efficiency. “One of the most impactful things we can do to lower costs for American consumers is to give utility companies an incentive to save their customers money and lower emissions at the same time,” … Continue Reading
February 23, 2026
Casten Introduces the Ceasefire Compliance Act to Bolster Accountability and Oversight of U.S. Weapons in Gaza and the West Bank
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) introduced the Ceasefire Compliance Act, legislation that would ban the use of US-origin weapons in Gaza and the West Bank if Israel violates the October 10, 2025, ceasefire agreement and 20-point plan, annexes the West Bank, or fails to combat settler violence against Palestinians. The bill creates an end-use monitoring group and congressional oversight mechanisms to enforce this ban while exempting defensive missile systems such as Iron … Continue Reading
February 22, 2026
Casten Will Not Attend 2026 State of the Union
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) announced that he will not attend the 2026 State of the Union and released the following statement: “My respect for the office of the President of the United States cannot abide the disrespect that Donald Trump shows to that office every day. As such, while I will watch the State of the Union elsewhere, I will not attend in person, as I am not interested in being used as a prop for his … Continue Reading
February 20, 2026
Casten Thanks Veterans with Valentines Throughout IL-06
Oak Lawn, IL — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) recently delivered valentines to veterans at Johnson-Phelps VFW Post #5220 in Oak Lawn. “I am honored to organize my Valentines for Veterans card drive every year,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “It is amazing to see the creativity and generosity of our community. We are forever indebted to the sacrifices our veterans have made for our country, and these cards are a small way to thank them.” In recent weeks, Rep. Casten’s office has collected over … Continue Reading
February 20, 2026
Casten Introduces Two Bills to Provide Insights Needed to Improve Energy Efficiency, Lower Energy Bills
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) introduced the Powering Productivity Act and the Energy - Modernizing EIA Tracking and Reporting to Increase Consistency (Energy METRIC) Act, a pair of bills designed to improve transparency, planning, and decision-making in the U.S. energy system. Together, the bills modernize how the federal government measures energy use and productivity, providing the data needed to lower costs, strengthen competitiveness, and plan responsibly for … Continue Reading
February 04, 2026
Casten, Smith Introduce Bill to Mitigate Climate Risk in US Financial System
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Representative Sean Casten (D-IL-06) and Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) introduced the Addressing Climate Financial Risk Act, legislation to improve the ability of federal regulators to understand and mitigate risks from climate change within our financial system. Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of wildfires, flooding, droughts, and other natural disasters and extreme weather events. The damage and risks generated by these events - in addition to … Continue Reading
February 03, 2026
Casten Opposes Funding Bill Due To Lack of ICE Reforms
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) voted against H.R. 7148, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2026, and released the following statement: “I voted against the funding package considered by the House today because it failed to include guardrails to prevent the further murder of Americans, ensure due process, or address the catastrophic failures by Kristi Noem and the Department of Homeland Security. “This is not a vote I take lightly. I hold sacred Congress’s constitutional … Continue Reading
January 28, 2026
Casten, 12 House Dems Warn Oil Companies of Legal and Civil Risks of Venezuela Markets
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) led 12 House Democrats in warning 21 major oil and oilfield services companies of the legal and financial risks posed by any transaction or investment that relies on the Trump Administration’s asserted authority to control Venezuelan oil assets. The letters were addressed to companies that either attended a January 9 meeting at the White House or have reportedly been in touch with the Trump Administration. The lawmakers cite Congress’s … Continue Reading
January 27, 2026
Casten Invites Community to Create Valentines for Veterans
Downers Grove, IL — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) announced his office’s 2026 Valentines for Veterans program and encouraged students and community members to craft homemade valentines for local veterans and overseas service members. “We owe our veterans a tremendous amount of gratitude,” said Congressman Casten. “These valentines - created right here in our community - are a great way to show appreciation for their selfless service to our country.” Community members can deliver or … Continue Reading
January 22, 2026
Casten to Vote Against DHS Funding Bill That Fails to Rein in ICE
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) will vote against appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for Fiscal Year 2026 and released the following statement: “The Department of Homeland Security funding bill set to be considered by the House does not meaningfully end the lawless conduct from ICE that we have seen in Illinois and throughout the country. Congress, having the power of the purse, had an opportunity to respond to the murder and baseless arrests of … Continue Reading
January 22, 2026
Casten Secures Over $9 Million for Local Projects in IL-06
Washington, D.C. (January 22, 2026) — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten secured $9,052,500 million in federal funding for local projects in Illinois’ 6th Congressional District through government funding bills passed by the House of Representatives today. “From replacing water mains to ensure access to clean water to fixing parking lots at local parks and ensuring kids have spaces for physical education at school, these projects will improve day-to-day lives for folks in communities across the 6th … Continue Reading
January 20, 2026
Casten Honors Local Educator as Constituent Spotlight
Willowbrook, IL — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) honored Mrs. Sondra LaPointe, a 7th-grade teacher at Westview Hills Middle School in Willowbrook, as his most recent Constituent Spotlight. “Educators like Mrs. LaPointe have made such a positive impact on students and families in our community,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “Mrs. LaPointe’s dedication to education is admirable, and her enthusiastic attitude toward learning inspires her students.” Rep. Casten’s Constituent Spotlight Program … Continue Reading
January 14, 2026
Sustainable Investment Caucus Statement Opposing H.R. 2988
Washington, D.C. (January 14, 2026)— Today, the Congressional Sustainable Investment Caucus released the following statement in opposition to H.R. 2988, the Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act: “We strongly oppose H.R. 2988 because it injects partisan politics into workers’ retirement plans and ties the hands of the people responsible for managing those savings,” said Congressional Sustainable Investment Caucus Co-Chairs Reps. Sean Casten (IL-06) and Juan Vargas (CA-52). … Continue Reading
January 14, 2026
Casten Statement Opposing Minibus for Lacking Appropriate Safeguards
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 7006, for the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act: “This minibus fails to put all necessary checks on the Trump Administration’s escalating and unlawful conduct. It is the duty of Congress to conduct oversight and act as a check against the excesses of the Executive Branch. “It does not … Continue Reading
January 12, 2026
Casten Statement on Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Washington, D.C. (January 12, 2026) — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement regarding Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell: “President Trump’s threat to criminally charge Jerome Powell must be considered with the utmost seriousness—such dangerous and escalating attacks can cause irreparable harm to the U.S. economy. This investigation should be seen as nothing other than an attempt to strip the Federal Reserve of its independence in order to serve the short-term … Continue Reading
January 09, 2026
Casten Calls for Noem Impeachment
Washington, D.C. (January 9, 2026) — Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) called for impeachment proceedings against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and released the following statement: “Under Kristi Noem’s failed leadership, the Department of Homeland Security has sanctioned the murder and baseless arrest of American citizens, endangered communities throughout Illinois and the United States, subjected human beings to shockingly inhumane conditions in the name of … Continue Reading
January 09, 2026
Casten, Durbin, Duckworth Announce $4 Million In Federal Funding For College Of DuPage
Washington, D.C. (January 9, 2026) — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06), U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) announced $4,000,000 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Education for College of DuPage. This grant comes from the Department of Education’s Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education Special Projects, which provides grants to institutions of higher education to support innovative projects concerning one or … Continue Reading
January 08, 2026
Casten Secures Over $2 Million for Projects in IL-06
Washington, D.C. (January 8, 2026) — Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) successfully secured over $2 million in federal investment for local projects throughout the 6th Congressional District in government funding bills passed by the House of Representatives. The funding includes $950,000 for research equipment at Elmhurst University and $1.1 Million for the City of Palos Heights to ensure residents of Palos and Northwestern Community Hospital have a secondary water source, should … Continue Reading
January 03, 2026
Casten Statement on Military Operations in Venezuela
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement regarding United States military operations in Venezuela: "I strongly condemn President Trump’s unlawful military action in Venezuela. Maduro is an illegitimate ruler, but the President cannot send U.S. forces into another country and seize its leader without Congressional authorization. The Trump Administration has not shown that there was an immediate threat that required acting without Congress, and … Continue Reading