Press Releases
Sustainable Investment Caucus Endorses Legislation to Support Sustainable Retirement Plans
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Contact: Jacob.Vurpillat@mail.house.gov Sustainable Investment Caucus Endorses Legislation to Support Sustainable Retirement Plans WASHINGTON, DC - The Congressional Sustainable Investment Caucus has endorsed the Freedom to Invest in a Sustainable Future Act, legislation that would give workplace retirement plans the freedom to consider environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in their investment decisions or offer ESG investment options. … Continue Reading
February 16, 2023
Casten and Huffman Statement on David Malpass Stepping Down from World Bank
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Casten Contact: Jacob.Vurpillat@mail.house.gov Huffman Contact: Mary.Hurrell@mail.house.gov Casten and Huffman Statement on David Malpass Stepping Down from World Bank Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressmen Sean Casten (IL-06) and Jared Huffman (CA-02), who urged President Biden last fall to advocate for the removal of David Malpass as president of the World Bank Group, have released the following statement regarding the announcement from Mr. Malpass … Continue Reading
February 13, 2023
Casten, Lawmakers Call on Commerce Dept. to Prevent CHIPS Funds from Being Used to Subsidize Corporate Stock Buybacks
Casten, Lawmakers Call on Commerce Dept. to Prevent CHIPS Funds from Being Used to Subsidize Corporate Stock Buybacks Lawmakers: CHIPS Funds Should Not Be Used to Enrich Corporate Executives and Shareholders at Taxpayers’ Expense Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Sean Casten (D-Ill.), Bill Foster (D-Ill.), Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), and Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) and U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Bernie Sanders … Continue Reading
February 06, 2023
Casten Announces DuPage Pads CEO April Redzic as Guest to the State of the Union
Washington, D.C. (February 6th, 2023) - Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) announced DuPage Pads CEO and President April Redzic as his guest to President Biden's State of the Union Address to Congress. DuPage Pads is the county’s largest provider of emergency shelter and supportive housing. For 35 years, they have been fighting to end homelessness in DuPage County and support the journey from dependency to self sufficiency for the individuals they house. April Redzic has led … Continue Reading
February 02, 2023
Ahead of 30th Anniversary of FMLA, Casten and Duckworth Re-Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Ensure Education Support Professionals Can Access FMLA Benefits
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Contacts: Clare Jennings (Casten), Clare.Jennings@mail.house.gov Celia Olivas (Duckworth), Celia_Olivas@duckworth.senate.gov Ahead of 30th Anniversary of FMLA, Casten and Duckworth Re-Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Ensure Education Support Professionals Can Access FMLA Benefits Washington D.C. (February 2nd, 2023) - Ahead of the 30th anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)—landmark legislation that guaranteed a segment of the … Continue Reading
February 01, 2023
Casten Gives Moving Speech on Need to Reform Democracy by Expanding House and Senate and Changing Supreme Court’s Jurisdiction
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Contact: Jacob.Vurpillat@mail.house.gov Casten Gives Moving Speech on Need to Reform Democracy by Expanding House and Senate and Changing Supreme Court’s Jurisdiction Washington, D.C. (February 1st, 2023) - Last night, Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) took to the House floor to introduce legislation to increase the size of the House and Senate, as well as restore the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction to better align with Article III of the US … Continue Reading
February 01, 2023
Ahead of 30th Anniversary of FMLA, Casten and Democratic Lawmakers Hold Press Conference Unveiling Legislative Package To Establish Paid Leave And Expand And Modernize FMLA
Ahead of 30th Anniversary of FMLA, Casten and Democratic Lawmakers Hold Press Conference Unveiling Legislative Package To Establish Paid Leave And Expand And Modernize FMLA WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Representatives Sean Casten (IL-06), Richie Neal (D-MA), Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA), Lauren Underwood (D-IL) and Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) and Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Tina Smith (D-MN) and held a press conference ahead of the 30th anniversary of the … Continue Reading
January 31, 2023
Casten Introduces Legislation to Increase Size of House and Senate, Change SCOTUS’ Jurisdiction
Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) introduced a package of legislation to increase the size of the House and Senate, as well as restore the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction to better align with Article III of the US Constitution. The package, named “A Common Sense Vision for American Democracy” would: Establish 12 at-large senators to be elected through a nationwide system of ranked choice voting Add approximately 138 additional … Continue Reading
January 31, 2023
Casten Statement on DuPage Sheriff James Mendrick’s Commitment to Enforce All Laws
Downers Grove, IL — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement regarding the joint statement from DuPage County Board Chair Deb Conroy, Sheriff James Mendrick, and States Attorney Robert Berlin on public safety in DuPage County: “Public trust in our institutions depends, in part, on the principle that laws, once passed, will apply equally to all. I’m grateful and relieved to hear that Sheriff Mendrick understands this and is committed to fairly and … Continue Reading
January 25, 2023
Casten, Vargas Launch Sustainable Investment Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jacob.Vurpillat@mail.house.gov Casten, Vargas Launch of Sustainable Investment Caucus Washington, D.C. (January 25th, 2023) - Today, Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) and Congressman Juan Vargas (CA-52) announced the launch of the Congressional Sustainable Investment Caucus(CSIC). A video from the press conference announcing the launch can be found here. CSIC will bring together Members of Congress with experts to better understand sustainable … Continue Reading
January 19, 2023
Casten, Ramirez, García, Krishnamoorthi, Quigley, Foster Call on Sheriff Mendrick to Rescind Statement on H. B. 5471
DuPage County, IL — Today, U. S. Representatives Sean Casten (IL-06), Delia Ramirez (IL-03), Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04), Mike Quigley (IL-05), Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), and Bill Foster (IL-11) sent a letter to DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick expressing concern over his January 13th statement that he will not enforce the Protect Illinois Communities Act (H.B. 5471). The legislation bans the sale and distribution of assault-style weapons, high-capacity … Continue Reading
January 13, 2023
SEEC Elects Leadership for the 118th Congress
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Contact: Jacob.Vurpillat@mail.house.gov SEEC Elects Leadership for the 118th Congress Washington, D.C. - Today, the members of the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) voted on its leadership for the 118th Congress. Reps. Doris Matsui and Paul Tonko were reelected as Co-Chairs and will be joined by Rep. Mike Quigley as Co-Chair as well. Reps. Matt Cartwright and Chellie Pingree were reelected as Vice Chairs and will be joined by Reps. Don … Continue Reading
January 12, 2023
Casten: GOP SPR Bill Will Increase Energy Costs, Enriching Speaker McCarthy’s Neighbors
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Contact: Jacob.Vurpillat@mail.house.gov Casten: GOP SPR Bill Will Increase Energy Costs, Enriching Speaker McCarthy’s Neighbors Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) spoke during debate to urge Speaker McCarthy to vote against H.R. 22, the Protecting America’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve from China Act. As currently written, the legislation does not practically limit United States oil sales to China but does stand to … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Casten-Led Legislation Heads to President Biden’s Desk, Included in Omnibus Appropriations Funding Package
***For Immediate Release*** Contact: Jacob.Vurpillat@mail.house.gov Casten-Led Legislation Heads to President Biden’s Desk, Included in Omnibus Appropriations Funding Package Washington, D.C. (December 23rd, 2022) — Today, several key priorities championed by U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) passed the House as part of the FY 2023 government funding package. The omnibus bill’s transformative investments will help working families with the cost of living, create American jobs, … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Casten Secures Nearly $16 Million For Local Projects in 6th District
***For Immediate Release*** Contact: Jacob.Vurpillat@mail.house.gov Casten Secures Nearly $16 Million For Local Projects in 6th District Washington, D.C. (December 23rd, 2022)- Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) announced $15,804,200 in Community Project Funding for the 6th District has passed the House and will be signed into law by President Biden. This funding responds directly to some of the most pressing needs throughout the 6thDistrict. “After an extremely … Continue Reading
December 13, 2022
Casten, Meng Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Menstrual Products
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Contact: Clare.Jennings@mail.house.gov Casten, Meng Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Menstrual Products Washington, D.C. (December 13th, 2022) - Today, Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) and Congresswoman Grace Meng (NY-06) introduced the Period PROUD (Providing Resources to Our Underserved and Disadvantaged) Act of 2022 to expand accessibility to menstrual products for those with limited access. Menstrual products are often considered a luxury, … Continue Reading
December 13, 2022
Casten Debuts New Hot FERC Summer Hit to the Tune of “Work” by Rihanna
Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) revived his viral Hot FERC Summer campaign and unveiled his latest hit – to the tune of Rihanna’s hit single “Work” – to emphasize the importance of a fully staffed FERC and warn of impending gridlock. With current FERC Chairman Richard Glick’s term set to expire at the end of the year, Rep. Casten’s speech highlighted the danger of a deadlocked FERC and urged the White House … Continue Reading
December 08, 2022
Casten Votes to Strengthen National Security
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congressman 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. “We must do everything we can to support … Continue Reading
December 06, 2022
Casten, 8 Colleagues Call for Funding to Address Grid Transformer Shortages
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) led 8 of his colleagues in a letter urging the Chairs and Ranking Members of the House and Senate Appropriation Committees to include $2.1 billion in Disaster Supplemental Funding to address the severe and ongoing supply shortage of electrical transformers and complementary grid security technologies through the Defense Production Act (DPA). “From our ability to protect against cyber-attacks, intentional electromagnetic pulse (EMP) … Continue Reading
November 15, 2022
Casten Statement on Responses from Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Regarding SFOF Sponsorship
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) has released the following statement on Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase’s continued sponsorship of the State Financial Officers Foundation (SFOF) following Wells Fargo’s response to Rep. Casten’s October letter urging them to end their support. Wells Fargo’s response can be found here. JPMorgan stated they would not provide a written response. “The State Financial Officers Foundation (SFOF) is a dark money group that has been … Continue Reading