Illinois' 6th Congressional District

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Casten, Burchett Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Teachers Afford Classroom Supplies

On September 8, Representatives Sean Casten (D-IL-06) and Tim Burchett (R-TN-02) introduced the bipartisan Educators Expense Deduction Modernization Act of 2023. This bill would increase the amount educators are able to deduct on qualified out-of-pocket classroom expenses on their annual tax return from $250 to $1,000 and keep it indexed to inflation to ensure the deduction keeps pace with rising costs.

September 14, 2023

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Casten Celebrates Anniversary of Ira, Calls for Permitting and Transmission Reform

U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) has released the following statement celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act being signed into law:

August 22, 2023

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Casten Questions Paypal Over Launch of New Stablecoin

On August 14, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) sent a letter to PayPal following the announcement of their new stablecoin, PayPal USD. In the letter, Rep. Casten asks questions seeking clarification on how PayPal and Paxos intend to issue the stablecoin while avoiding the mistakes of previous failed stablecoins, prioritizing consumer protections, and safeguarding our financial system.

August 18, 2023

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Conforti: 'America is losing its allies'

Niki Conforti, a GOP candidate for the 6th Congressional District, has raised concerns about the United States losing its allies, emphasizing the need for a stronger American presence on the global stage. Her remarks come as the United Arab Emirates diverges from U.S. foreign policy by strengthening ties with Russia and China, reflecting the changing dynamics of international relations and the growing influence of regional players.

August 15, 2023

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Casten, Meng Introduce Bill To Expand Access To Menstrual Products

On July 6, Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) and Congresswoman Grace Meng (NY-06) introduced the Period PROUD (Providing Resources to Our Underserved and Disadvantaged) Act of 2023 to expand accessibility to menstrual products for those with limited access.

July 7, 2023

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Sustainable Investment Caucus Hosts Roundtable Discussion With Il State Treasurer, Maryland Comptroller, Us Sif

Last week, U.S. Congressmen Sean Casten (IL-06) and Juan Vargas (CA-52), co-chairs of the Congressional Sustainable Investment Caucus, hosted a roundtable discussion for Members of Congress featuring Illinois Treasurer Mike Frerichs, Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman, and US SIF Managing Director Bryan McGannon.

June 23, 2023

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Casten Introduces Bill to Require Chief Risk Officer at Big Banks in Wake of Silicon Valley Bank Collapse

U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) introduced the Chief Risk Officer Enforcement and Accountability Act, legislation to codify Federal Reserve rules requiring that large banks have a Chief Risk Officer and increase notification requirements and public transparency when the position is vacant.

June 22, 2023

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Casten Statement on June 18th Shooting in Willowbrook, Illinois

U.S. Congressman Sean Casten released the following statement regarding the shooting in Willowbrook, Illinois on June 18th:

June 21, 2023

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Casten, Durbin, Duckworth, Democratic Members of Illinois Delegation Again Urge Census Bureau to Correct Illinois Undercount in Its Ongoing Population Estimates

Following up on their previous letter and meeting with Census Bureau Director, the lawmakers emphasized the repercussions of undercounting Illinoisans

June 5, 2023

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Casten Votes to Raise Debt Limit, Calls for Permitting Reform

Washington, D.C. —On May 31, 2023, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) voted for the Fiscal Responsibility Act, legislation that raises the debt limit until 2025.

May 31, 2023

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Casten Votes to Raise Debt Limit, Calls for Permitting Reform

Washington, D.C.- On May 31, 2023, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) voted for the Fiscal Responsibility Act, legislation that raises the debt limit until 2025.

May 30, 2023

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Casten Statement on Lack of Transmission in Debt Ceiling Package

Washington, D.C. — On May 31, 2023, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement regarding the lack of meaningful electricity transmission measures in the Fiscal Responsibility Act:

May 29, 2023

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Casten Votes Against H.R. 467, Calls for Comprehensive Legislation to Address the Opioid Crisis

On May 25, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten released the following statement after voting against H.R. 467, the HALT Fentanyl Ac.

May 22, 2023

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Casten Introduces Bipartisan Cover Act to Boost Soil Health and Align Crop Insurance With Risk Mitigation Practices

On May 18, U.S. Representatives Sean Casten (IL-06), Elissa Slotkin (MI-07), and Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Conservation Opportunity and Voluntary Environment Resilience Program (COVER) Act with original co-sponsor Representative Mike Bost (IL-12). This bill will provide a $5/acre crop insurance discount to farmers who plant cover crops to incentivize this important soil health practice, building on the federal Pandemic Cover Crop Program.

May 19, 2023

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Seec Clean Energy Deployment Task Force Co-chairs Sean Casten and Mike Levin Statement on Biden Permitting Reform Priorities

On May 10, the Co-Chairs of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) Clean Energy Deployment Task Force, Reps. Sean Casten (IL) and Mike Levin (CA) released the following statement regarding the Biden-Harris Administration’s recently announced priorities for permitting reform

May 16, 2023

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Recent News About Illinois' 6th Congressional District

Casten, Burchett Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Teachers Afford Classroom Supplies

Casten Celebrates Anniversary of Ira, Calls for Permitting and Transmission Reform

Casten Questions Paypal Over Launch of New Stablecoin

Conforti: 'America is losing its allies'

Casten, Meng Introduce Bill To Expand Access To Menstrual Products

Sustainable Investment Caucus Hosts Roundtable Discussion With Il State Treasurer, Maryland Comptroller, Us Sif

Casten Introduces Bill to Require Chief Risk Officer at Big Banks in Wake of Silicon Valley Bank Collapse

Casten Statement on June 18th Shooting in Willowbrook, Illinois

Casten, Durbin, Duckworth, Democratic Members of Illinois Delegation Again Urge Census Bureau to Correct Illinois Undercount in Its Ongoing Population Estimates

Casten Votes to Raise Debt Limit, Calls for Permitting Reform

Casten Votes to Raise Debt Limit, Calls for Permitting Reform

Casten Statement on Lack of Transmission in Debt Ceiling Package

Casten Votes Against H.R. 467, Calls for Comprehensive Legislation to Address the Opioid Crisis

Casten Introduces Bipartisan Cover Act to Boost Soil Health and Align Crop Insurance With Risk Mitigation Practices

Seec Clean Energy Deployment Task Force Co-chairs Sean Casten and Mike Levin Statement on Biden Permitting Reform Priorities