Press Releases
Casten Secures Funding for Top Priorities, Including Industrial Decarbonization and Grid Deployment, in FY 2023 Appropriations Package
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) voted to pass H.R. 8294, a package of six government funding bills which include investments in multiple key priorities that Rep. Casten championed, such as industrial decarbonization and grid deployment. “I am thrilled to have secured critical investments that lower emissions, increase access to cleaner, cheaper electricity, and help us better understand our current EV electric grid capacity,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “In the … Continue Reading
July 20, 2022
Casten Secures over $14 Million in Local Funding to Combat Climate Crisis, Address Hunger, Improve Transportation, Protect Domestic Abuse Survivors
***For Immediate Release*** Contact: Jacob.Vurpillat@mail.house.gov July 20th, 2022 Casten Secures over $14 Million in Local Funding to Combat Climate Crisis, Address Hunger, Improve Transportation, Protect Domestic Abuse Survivors Washington, D.C. — Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a six-bill appropriations minibus that includes $14,000,000 in federal funding for nine of Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06)’s community project funding proposals, which will now … Continue Reading
July 19, 2022
Rep. Casten Votes to Protect Marriage Equality Amid Right-Wing Threats
Washington, D.C. (July 19th, 2022) - Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) voted to pass the Respect for Marriage Act, which he co-sponsored, to enshrine marriage equality into federal law by officially repealing the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), a defunct and discriminatory statute excluding same-sex couples from marriage under federal law. This legislation will also codify new protections ensuring that no married couple can be denied protections and benefits under federal law based … Continue Reading
July 15, 2022
Casten Statement on the Future of Climate Action
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) spoke at a press conference hosted by the Select Committee on the Climate Crisis regarding the future of climate action in the U.S. Congress. “The problem is a majority of senators think it is more important to defend the filibuster than to defend our planet,’ said Rep. Casten. “They think it is more important to send money to fossil fuel energy producers than to save money for energy consumers. They think that it is more … Continue Reading
July 14, 2022
Casten Votes to Strengthen National Security
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Sean Casten (IL-06) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023, bipartisan defense legislation that strengthens America’s security and meets the needs of our servicemembers, veterans and military families. "I am proud to have voted to pass the NDAA, which makes essential investments in our service members, innovation and technology, and allied partners,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “Our service members and their … Continue Reading
July 14, 2022
Rep. Casten Votes for Active Shooter Alert Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jacob Vurpillat Jacob.vurpillat@mail.house.gov Rep. Casten Votes for Active Shooter Alert Act Washington, D.C. (July 14th) - Yesterday, Rep. Casten voted for legislation to quickly warn Illinois communities of a nearby active shooter. The Active Shooter Alert Act will establish a program similar to the AMBER Alert system, allowing law enforcement to effectively and efficiently alert the public during a shooting. Secured by the Democratic House … Continue Reading
July 07, 2022
Congressman Casten Announces Committee Passage of Over $16 Million in Federal Funding for 14 Community Projects to Address Mental Health Crisis, Provide Affordable Childcare and Health care, Protect Domestic Abuse Survivors, Combat Climate Change
***For Immediate Release*** Contact: Emilia.Rowland@mail.house.gov (330) 212-2065 Congressman Casten Announces Committee Passage of Over $16 Million in Federal Funding for 14 Community Projects to Address Mental Health Crisis, Provide Affordable Childcare and Health care, Protect Domestic Abuse Survivors, Combat Climate Change, Fight Hunger, and Improve Community Safety Washington, D.C. (July 7th, 2022) - The House Appropriations Committee passed $16,274,400 in federal funding for … Continue Reading
June 30, 2022
Casten calls for Congressional Democrats to Stand Up to Polluters in the Wake of Disastrous SCOTUS Ruling
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**June 30, 2022 Contact: Emilia.Rowland@mail.house.gov 330-212-2065 Casten calls for Congressional Democrats to Stand Up to Polluters in the Wake of Disastrous SCOTUS Ruling Downers Grove, IL - Today, Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement pushing for Congressional Action after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of fossil fuel companies, severely restricting the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s authority to act under the Clean Air Act. … Continue Reading
June 24, 2022
Casten Calls on Congress to Protect Abortion Rights After Egregious SCOTUS Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade
Casten Calls on Congress to Protect Abortion Rights After Egregious SCOTUS Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement on the recent reporting that the Supreme Court Plans to strike down the abortion rights codified in Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey in the draft majority decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Casten, a fierce defender of women's reproductive freedom and access care, in 2018 … Continue Reading
June 13, 2022
Statement on behalf of Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06)
**For Immediate Release??**Contact: Emilia.Rowland@mail.house.gov; 330-212-2065 Statement on behalf of Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) Downers Grove, IL (June 13, 2022) - This morning, Congressman Casten's beloved daughter, Gwen (17), passed away. The Casten family requests privacy, and we will be issuing no further comment during this heartbreaking time. … Continue Reading
June 09, 2022
Casten Reads Names of 665 Children Under 11 Killed by Guns So Far This Year, Unable to Finish Speech
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** June 9, 2022 Contact: Emilia.Rowland@mail.house.gov 330-212-2065 Casten Reads Names of 665 Children Under 11 Killed by Guns So Far This Year, Unable to Finish Speech Washington, DC (June, 9 2022) – Today on the House floor, US Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) read the names of children under eleven-years-old who were killed by guns so far in 2022–totaling 665. To watch his remarks, click here. In his speech, Casten said: "Madam Speaker, I wanted to … Continue Reading
June 08, 2022
Casten Votes to Pass Protecting Our Kids Act Through the House
***For Immediate Release*** Contact: Emilia.Rowland@mail.house.gov (330) 212-2065 Casten Votes to Pass Protecting Our Kids Act Through the House My teenage daughter had to organize a ‘Stop-the-bleed' training to learn how to pack a gunshot wound during a school shooting because, in America, our children have taken it upon themselves to do what we here in Congress have failed to do. It's time for that to change. Washington, DC (June 8th, 2022) – Today, Congressman Sean … Continue Reading
June 07, 2022
Casten, Warren, Sanders Urge Conferees to Put Up Corporate Guardrails During USICA/COMPETES Negotiations
Casten, Warren, Sanders Urge Conferees to Put Up Corporate Guardrails During USICA/COMPETES Negotiations Guardrails Would Ensure that Investments in Productive Capacity Supports Manufacturing, Jobs, and Competitiveness Instead of Enriching Corporate Executives Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-Ill.) and Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today sent a letter to the conferees who are negotiating the differences between the … Continue Reading
June 02, 2022
Casten Calls on Congress to Celebrate Pride Month with Actions to Protect LGBTQ Americans and Investments in Programs to Support At-Risk Youth
Downers Grove, IL. - Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement today celebrating the beginning of Pride Month and calling for Congressional action to protect the LGBTQ community and invest in programs supporting LGBTQ youth at increased risk of homelessness, mental health issues, and suicide amid the surge of GOP-led attacks. Casten said, "Across America, our kids are taught the Pledge of Allegiance, which ends with a promise of liberty and justice for all. But in … Continue Reading
May 27, 2022
DURBIN, ROMNEY, CASTEN, CALVERT CALL FOR ROBUST RESEARCH FUNDING IN FINAL COMPETITION BILL
DURBIN, ROMNEY, CASTEN, CALVERT CALL FOR ROBUST RESEARCH FUNDING IN FINAL COMPETITION BILL In a letter to USICA and America COMPETES Act conferees, the lawmakers call for robust research funding for non-EPSCoR states like Illinois WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) and U.S. Representatives Sean Casten (D-IL-6) and Ken Calvert (R-CA-42) sent a bipartisan letter to Senate-passed U.S. Innovation and Competition Act (USICA) and … Continue Reading
May 26, 2022
CONGRESSMAN SEAN CASTEN HOSTS INFLATION TOWN HALL
**MEDIA ADVISORY** 1 PM, SATURDAY, MAY 28 AT DOWNERS GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY CONGRESSMAN SEAN CASTEN HOSTS INFLATION TOWN HALL Downers Grove, IL - ?This Saturday, May 28th at 1:00 pm CT, Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) will host an in-person town hall on inflation at the Downers Grove Public Library at 1050 Curtiss St Downers Grove, IL 60515. Casten will discuss what's causing inflation and his … Continue Reading
May 26, 2022
Casten, Crow, Duckworth Introduce Bill to Support Defense Department’s Clean Energy Goals, Helping Keep Our Troops Safe
Casten, Crow, Duckworth Introduce Bill to Support Defense Department's Clean Energy Goals, Helping Keep Our Troops Safe [WASHINGTON, D.C.] — US Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06), Combat Veteran and Army Ranger Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), and Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Chair of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Airland, today introduced legislation that would help protect our troops abroad by transitioning the Department of Defense away from fossil … Continue Reading
May 24, 2022
Casten statement on Elementary School Shooting Killing 14 Children in Texas
***For Immediate Release*** Contact: Emilia.Rowland@mail.house.gov (330) 212-2065 Casten is available on Wednesday, April 25 at 9 am ET/8 am CT, 2:35 pm ET/1:35 pm CT, or 6 pm ET/5 pm CT for interview to respond to the shooting and discuss action that must be taken to save lives Casten statement on Elementary School Shooting Killing 14 Children in Texas Downers Grove, IL (May 25, 2022) - Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) today released the following statement after the mass shooting at Robb … Continue Reading
May 24, 2022
Casten, McEachin, Blumenauer Introduce 'People Over Petroleum Act' to Give $500 Cash to Americans Facing Energy Price Inflation Paid for by Repealing $6 Billion of Tax Subsidies for Fossil Fuel
Downers Grove, IL (May 24, 2022) - Today, U.S. Representatives Sean Casten (IL-06), Don McEachin (VA-04), Earl Blumenauer (OR-03) introduced the ‘People Over Petroleum Act' -- legislation to deliver Americans a $500 direct cash rebate paid for by eliminating 11 of the most egregious tax subsidies flowing to fossil fuel companies.In March, Casten led Reps. McEachin, Blumenauer, and Porter in a March 30th letter [casten.house.gov] urging House leadership to address the problem by pairing a … Continue Reading
May 23, 2022
Casten’s Projects Would Bring More Than $16.2 million in Funding to Improve Lives Chicagoland Priorities
Casten's Projects Would Bring More Than $16.2 million in Funding to Improve Lives Chicagoland Priorities "From addressing the mental health crisis, helping survivors of domestic abuse, and improving access to health care to cleaning up our air and drinking water, these projects will do so much for our community." Downers Grove, IL (May 23,2022) - Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) today announced his Community Projects for Fiscal Year 2023, which could bring a total of $16,274,400 in federal … Continue Reading