Lauren Underwood

Lauren Underwood

1/21/2025, 6:00 PM

Lauren Underwood Congressional Service

Lauren Underwood is a United States Congresswomen for the state of Illinois. Lauren currently serves as a House Representative for the state of Illinois and has served a total of 3 terms in congress.Lauren Underwood has participated in over 813 voting sessions, sponsored over 96 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 869 individual bills.

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Phone Number
(202) 225-2976

State
DC

City
Washington

Address
2228 Rayburn House Office Building

Zip Code
20515

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal
Lauren Underwood supports policies that promote economic growth, job creation, and financial security for all Americans. She believes in investing in infrastructure, small businesses, and workforce development to strengthen the economy.

Agriculture

Centrist
Lauren Underwood advocates for policies that support farmers, promote sustainable agriculture practices, and ensure access to healthy food for all communities. She believes in investing in rural development and supporting family farms.

Immigration

Liberal
Lauren Underwood supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, border security measures, and protections for DACA recipients. She believes in upholding America's values as a nation of immigrants.

Education

Liberal
Lauren Underwood is a strong advocate for quality education for all students, regardless of zip code. She supports increased funding for public schools, affordable higher education, and programs that address disparities in education.

Energy

Liberal
Lauren Underwood believes in transitioning to clean and renewable energy sources to combat climate change and create green jobs. She supports investments in clean energy technology and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Climate change

Liberal
Lauren Underwood recognizes the urgent need to address climate change and supports policies to reduce carbon emissions, protect natural resources, and invest in sustainable infrastructure. She believes in international cooperation to combat climate change.

Healthcare

Liberal
Lauren Underwood is a strong supporter of expanding access to affordable healthcare, lowering prescription drug costs, and protecting coverage for pre-existing conditions. She believes in strengthening the Affordable Care Act and working towards universal healthcare.

Housing

Liberal
Lauren Underwood advocates for policies that address affordable housing shortages, homelessness, and housing discrimination. She supports investments in affordable housing programs and protections for renters and homeowners.

Transportation

Liberal
Lauren Underwood supports investments in transportation infrastructure, public transit, and sustainable transportation options. She believes in improving access to transportation for all communities and reducing traffic congestion.

Veterans affairs

Centrist
Lauren Underwood is committed to supporting veterans and their families by ensuring they have access to quality healthcare, mental health services, and job training programs. She believes in honoring the sacrifices of veterans and improving the VA system.

Voting rights

Liberal
Lauren Underwood is a strong advocate for protecting voting rights, expanding access to the ballot box, and combating voter suppression. She supports measures to increase voter participation and ensure fair and secure elections.

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Lauren Underwood Latest Financials

Lauren Underwood 2024 Campaign Financials

During the 2024 election cycle, Lauren Underwood's raised over $3,830,920.06 in total contributions. The campaign spent over $3,890,542.92 during the 2024 election. Lauren's campaign spent $3,264,956.70 in operating expenses. Lauren Underwood reported $1,055,102.02 remaining in their fund after the election for future use.
Contributions$3,830,920.06
Contributions by Individuals$3,321,444.51
Contributions by Political Parties$509,056.16
Disbursements$3,890,542.92
Refunded Contributions$43,567.39
Remaining Cash on Hand$1,055,102.02

Super PAC Contributions to Lauren Underwood's 2024 Election

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$95,000.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $95,000.00, reported as MEDIA BUY (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to WIN CREATIVE in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$95.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $95.00, reported as TELECOM VERIFICATION SERVICES (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to CAMPAIGN VERIFY in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$95,000.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $95,000.00, reported as MEDIA BUY (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to WIN CREATIVE in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$180.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $180.00, reported as SUBSCRIPTIONS (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to DCCC in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$90,000.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $90,000.00, reported as Media Buy (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to S&B PUBLIC SOLUTIONS, LLC HILLTOP PUBLIC SOLUTIONS in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$95,000.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $95,000.00, reported as MEDIA BUY (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to WIN CREATIVE in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$95.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $95.00, reported as TELECOM VERIFICATION SERVICES (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to CAMPAIGN VERIFY in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$95,000.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $95,000.00, reported as MEDIA BUY (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to WIN CREATIVE in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$180.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $180.00, reported as SUBSCRIPTIONS (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to DCCC in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$90,000.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $90,000.00, reported as Media Buy (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to S&B PUBLIC SOLUTIONS, LLC HILLTOP PUBLIC SOLUTIONS in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$95,000.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $95,000.00, reported as MEDIA BUY (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to WIN CREATIVE in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$95.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $95.00, reported as TELECOM VERIFICATION SERVICES (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to CAMPAIGN VERIFY in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$95,000.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $95,000.00, reported as MEDIA BUY (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to WIN CREATIVE in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$180.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $180.00, reported as SUBSCRIPTIONS (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to DCCC in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$90,000.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $90,000.00, reported as Media Buy (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to S&B PUBLIC SOLUTIONS, LLC HILLTOP PUBLIC SOLUTIONS in support of Lauren Underwood's election run.

Supporting and Opposing Lauren Underwood's 2024 Election

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, AFL-CIO in opposition to$2,235.71
The AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, AFL-CIO Political Action Committee spent $2,235.71 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION in opposition to$15,837.11
The NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION Political Action Committee spent $15,837.11 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF TEAMSTERS in opposition to$8,662.32
The INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF TEAMSTERS Political Action Committee spent $8,662.32 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO in support of$12,457.26
The AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO Political Action Committee spent $12,457.26 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

UAW NATIONAL CAP in opposition to$2,719.32
The UAW NATIONAL CAP Political Action Committee spent $2,719.32 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE ACTION FUND in support of$80.16
The ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE ACTION FUND Political Action Committee spent $80.16 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

SIERRA CLUB in support of$1,220.48
The SIERRA CLUB Political Action Committee spent $1,220.48 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO in support of$2,738.01
The AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO Political Action Committee spent $2,738.01 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.

SIERRA CLUB in support of$4,270.66
The SIERRA CLUB Political Action Committee spent $4,270.66 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO in support of$5,368.06
The AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO Political Action Committee spent $5,368.06 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
GIVEGREEN UNITED ACTION in support of$188.25
The GIVEGREEN UNITED ACTION Political Action Committee spent $188.25 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2024 election run.

SIERRA CLUB INDEPENDENT ACTION in support of$10.00
The SIERRA CLUB INDEPENDENT ACTION Political Action Committee spent $10.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2024 election run.

SIERRA CLUB INDEPENDENT ACTION in support of$10.00
The SIERRA CLUB INDEPENDENT ACTION Political Action Committee spent $10.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS SEPARATE SEGREGATED FUND (CRNA-PAC) in support of$85,000.00
The AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS SEPARATE SEGREGATED FUND (CRNA-PAC) Political Action Committee spent $85,000.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

RESTORATION PAC in opposition to$7,752.64
The RESTORATION PAC Political Action Committee spent $7,752.64 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

PROTECT THE VOTE in support of$3,750.00
The PROTECT THE VOTE Political Action Committee spent $3,750.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

GIVEGREEN UNITED ACTION in support of$13.32
The GIVEGREEN UNITED ACTION Political Action Committee spent $13.32 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

CLIMATE POWER ACTION in support of$102,478.88
The CLIMATE POWER ACTION Political Action Committee spent $102,478.88 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

HUMANE SOCIETY LEGISLATIVE FUND in support of$5,099.85
The HUMANE SOCIETY LEGISLATIVE FUND Political Action Committee spent $5,099.85 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.

ILLINOIS AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION ACTIVATOR POLITICAL INVOLVEMENT FUND (FED) 'ACTIVATOR'/'ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU ACTIVATOR' in support of$142.25
The ILLINOIS AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION ACTIVATOR POLITICAL INVOLVEMENT FUND (FED) 'ACTIVATOR'/'ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU ACTIVATOR' Political Action Committee spent $142.25 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES in support of$8.68
The PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES Political Action Committee spent $8.68 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.
MOMSRISING TOGETHER in support of$10,340.32
The MOMSRISING TOGETHER Political Action Committee spent $10,340.32 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.
FREEDOMWORKS FOR AMERICA in opposition to$4,999.98
The FREEDOMWORKS FOR AMERICA Political Action Committee spent $4,999.98 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.
HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN EQUALITY VOTES in support of$9.00
The HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN EQUALITY VOTES Political Action Committee spent $9.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.
MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION in support of$104.71
The MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION Political Action Committee spent $104.71 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.
WOMEN SPEAK OUT PAC in opposition to$302.49
The WOMEN SPEAK OUT PAC Political Action Committee spent $302.49 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.
LCV VICTORY FUND in support of$81,044.40
The LCV VICTORY FUND Political Action Committee spent $81,044.40 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.
INDIVISIBLE ACTION in support of$43,366.45
The INDIVISIBLE ACTION Political Action Committee spent $43,366.45 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2022 election run.
BLACK PAC in support of$7,682.19
The BLACK PAC Political Action Committee spent $7,682.19 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
ILLINOIS AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION ACTIVATOR POLITICAL INVOLVEMENT FUND (FED) 'ACTIVATOR'/'ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU ACTIVATOR' in support of$180.61
The ILLINOIS AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION ACTIVATOR POLITICAL INVOLVEMENT FUND (FED) 'ACTIVATOR'/'ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU ACTIVATOR' Political Action Committee spent $180.61 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
HOUSE FREEDOM ACTION in opposition to$34,818.80
The HOUSE FREEDOM ACTION Political Action Committee spent $34,818.80 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OB-GYNS PAC (OB-GYN PAC) in support of$44,727.00
The AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OB-GYNS PAC (OB-GYN PAC) Political Action Committee spent $44,727.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES in support of$59.76
The PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES Political Action Committee spent $59.76 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
CONGRESSIONAL LEADERSHIP FUND in opposition to$250.00
The CONGRESSIONAL LEADERSHIP FUND Political Action Committee spent $250.00 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS PAC in support of$4,205.75
The CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS PAC Political Action Committee spent $4,205.75 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
THE COLLECTIVE SUPER PAC in support of$10,000.00
The THE COLLECTIVE SUPER PAC Political Action Committee spent $10,000.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
TOGETHER WE THRIVE in support of$750.00
The TOGETHER WE THRIVE Political Action Committee spent $750.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS SEPARATE SEGREGATED FUND (CRNA-PAC) in support of$85,675.00
The AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS SEPARATE SEGREGATED FUND (CRNA-PAC) Political Action Committee spent $85,675.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
PEOPLE FOR THE AMERICAN WAY in support of$28,580.16
The PEOPLE FOR THE AMERICAN WAY Political Action Committee spent $28,580.16 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2020 election run.
PROGRESSIVE TURNOUT PROJECT in support of$44,592.79
The PROGRESSIVE TURNOUT PROJECT Political Action Committee spent $44,592.79 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
NRCC in opposition to$911,724.57
The NRCC Political Action Committee spent $911,724.57 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE in support of$10.00
The SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $10.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN PAC in support of$22.00
The HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN PAC Political Action Committee spent $22.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION in support of$56,203.74
The MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION Political Action Committee spent $56,203.74 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
WOMEN VOTE! in support of$222,536.80
The WOMEN VOTE! Political Action Committee spent $222,536.80 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
LCV VICTORY FUND in support of$121,176.10
The LCV VICTORY FUND Political Action Committee spent $121,176.10 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES in support of$35.86
The PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES Political Action Committee spent $35.86 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
NEA ADVOCACY FUND in support of$67.26
The NEA ADVOCACY FUND Political Action Committee spent $67.26 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
HOUSE MAJORITY PAC in support of$53,434.06
The HOUSE MAJORITY PAC Political Action Committee spent $53,434.06 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
PROTECTING OUR VOTE PAC in support of$2,171.44
The PROTECTING OUR VOTE PAC Political Action Committee spent $2,171.44 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
ENVIRONMENT AMERICA ACTION FUND in support of$16.80
The ENVIRONMENT AMERICA ACTION FUND Political Action Committee spent $16.80 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
INDEPENDENCE USA PAC in support of$1,697,264.04
The INDEPENDENCE USA PAC Political Action Committee spent $1,697,264.04 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA POLITICAL VICTORY FUND in opposition to$10,174.48
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA POLITICAL VICTORY FUND Political Action Committee spent $10,174.48 in opposition to Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
BLACK PAC in support of$12,890.68
The BLACK PAC Political Action Committee spent $12,890.68 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
HEROES UNITED PAC, DBA VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION, DBA ASSOCIATION OF POLICE & FIRST RESPONDERS in support of$8,000.00
The HEROES UNITED PAC, DBA VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION, DBA ASSOCIATION OF POLICE & FIRST RESPONDERS Political Action Committee spent $8,000.00 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
BUILD THE WAVE in support of$1,937.50
The BUILD THE WAVE Political Action Committee spent $1,937.50 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
AFT SOLIDARITY in support of$28,344.03
The AFT SOLIDARITY Political Action Committee spent $28,344.03 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
INDIVISIBLE PROJECT INC. in support of$1,887.50
The INDIVISIBLE PROJECT INC. Political Action Committee spent $1,887.50 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP FOR WOMEN & FAMILIES ACTION FUND in support of$9,855.92
The NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP FOR WOMEN & FAMILIES ACTION FUND Political Action Committee spent $9,855.92 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.
MOMSRISING TOGETHER in support of$7,778.13
The MOMSRISING TOGETHER Political Action Committee spent $7,778.13 in support of Lauren Underwood's 2018 election run.

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