Sean Casten

Sean Casten

6/8/2024, 6:40 PM

Sean Casten Congressional Service

Sean Casten is a United States Congressman for the state of Illinois. Sean currently serves as a House Representative for the state of Illinois and has served a total of 3 terms in congress.Sean Casten has participated in over 834 voting sessions, sponsored over 104 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 1498 individual bills.

Contact Sean Casten

Phone Number
(202) 225-4561
State
DC
City
Washington
Address
2440 Rayburn House Office Building
Zip Code
20515

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal
Sean Casten supports policies aimed at economic growth through sustainable practices and innovation. He advocates for investments in green technology as a means to create jobs and stimulate the economy.

Agriculture

Liberal
Sean Casten promotes sustainable agricultural practices and supports policies that encourage environmental stewardship in farming, along with advocating for investment in agricultural innovation.

Immigration

Liberal
Sean Casten supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and emphasizes humane treatment of migrants and asylum seekers.

Education

Liberal
Sean Casten advocates for increased funding for public education, including measures to make higher education more affordable and accessible. He supports policies that enhance STEM education.

Energy

Liberal
Sean Casten emphasizes the need for transitioning to renewable energy sources and supports legislation that encourages clean energy innovation to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

Climate change

Extremely liberal
Sean Casten is a strong advocate for addressing climate change through comprehensive legislation aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy solutions.

Healthcare

Liberal
Sean Casten supports the Affordable Care Act and advocates for policies that aim to expand healthcare access, lower prescription drug costs, and ensure coverage for pre-existing conditions.

Housing

Liberal
Sean Casten supports policies that address affordable housing shortages by increasing funding for housing programs and encouraging sustainable community development.

Transportation

Liberal
Sean Casten advocates for investment in infrastructure and public transportation as part of a comprehensive approach to modernize systems and improve sustainability.

Veterans affairs

Liberal
Sean Casten is committed to improving services for veterans, including healthcare and mental health services, and ensuring that veterans receive the benefits and support they have earned.

Voting rights

Liberal
Sean Casten supports expanding voting rights and access to elections. He advocates for measures to ensure fair voting processes and opposes efforts that restrict voter participation.
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Sean Casten Latest Financials

Sean Casten 2024 Campaign Financials

During the 2024 election cycle, Sean Casten's raised over $2,980,305.30 in total contributions. The campaign spent over $2,488,898.72 during the 2024 election. Sean's campaign spent $1,721,635.19 in operating expenses. Sean Casten reported $694,142.50 remaining in their fund after the election for future use.
Contributions$2,980,305.30
Contributions by Individuals$1,976,036.77
Contributions by Political Parties$1,004,268.53
Disbursements$2,488,898.72
Refunded Contributions$27,695.00
Remaining Cash on Hand$694,142.50

Super PAC Contributions to Sean Casten'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 BRADDOCK ROAD STRATEGIES in support of Sean Casten'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 CANAL PARTNERS MEDIA, LLC in support of Sean Casten's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$67.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $67.00, reported as SUBSCRIPTIONS (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to DCCC in support of Sean Casten's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$53,200.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $53,200.00, reported as Media Buy (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to BRADDOCK ROAD STRATEGIES in support of Sean Casten's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$36,800.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $36,800.00, reported as Media Buy (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to BRADDOCK ROAD STRATEGIES in support of Sean Casten'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 BRADDOCK ROAD STRATEGIES in support of Sean Casten'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 CANAL PARTNERS MEDIA, LLC in support of Sean Casten's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$67.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $67.00, reported as SUBSCRIPTIONS (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to DCCC in support of Sean Casten's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$53,200.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $53,200.00, reported as Media Buy (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to BRADDOCK ROAD STRATEGIES in support of Sean Casten's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$36,800.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $36,800.00, reported as Media Buy (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to BRADDOCK ROAD STRATEGIES in support of Sean Casten'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 BRADDOCK ROAD STRATEGIES in support of Sean Casten'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 CANAL PARTNERS MEDIA, LLC in support of Sean Casten's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$67.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $67.00, reported as SUBSCRIPTIONS (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to DCCC in support of Sean Casten's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$53,200.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $53,200.00, reported as Media Buy (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to BRADDOCK ROAD STRATEGIES in support of Sean Casten's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS$36,800.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE & DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF ILLINOIS (Super PAC) spent $36,800.00, reported as Media Buy (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to BRADDOCK ROAD STRATEGIES in support of Sean Casten's election run.

Supporting and Opposing Sean Casten's 2024 Election

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS in support of$7,461.61
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Political Action Committee spent $7,461.61 in support of Sean Casten's 2024 election run.
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 Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION in opposition to$13,854.57
The NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION Political Action Committee spent $13,854.57 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION in opposition to$276.71
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION Political Action Committee spent $276.71 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
AFL-CIO in opposition to$375.00
The AFL-CIO Political Action Committee spent $375.00 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO in support of$12,243.39
The AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO Political Action Committee spent $12,243.39 in support of Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS in support of$78,252.37
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Political Action Committee spent $78,252.37 in support of Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
UAW NATIONAL CAP in opposition to$670.08
The UAW NATIONAL CAP Political Action Committee spent $670.08 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
SIERRA CLUB in support of$2,887.19
The SIERRA CLUB Political Action Committee spent $2,887.19 in support of Sean Casten's 2020 election run.
AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO in support of$1,704.02
The AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, AFL-CIO Political Action Committee spent $1,704.02 in support of Sean Casten's 2020 election run.
SIERRA CLUB in support of$4,867.34
The SIERRA CLUB Political Action Committee spent $4,867.34 in support of Sean Casten'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 Sean Casten's 2018 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 Sean Casten's 2024 election run.
PROJECT 218 in support of$64,522.54
The PROJECT 218 Political Action Committee spent $64,522.54 in support of Sean Casten's 2024 election run.
MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION in support of$123.19
The MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION Political Action Committee spent $123.19 in support of Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
ENVIRONMENT AMERICA ACTION FUND in support of$34.92
The ENVIRONMENT AMERICA ACTION FUND Political Action Committee spent $34.92 in support of Sean Casten'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 Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
NEW DEMOCRAT COALITION ACTION FUND in support of$50,000.00
The NEW DEMOCRAT COALITION ACTION FUND Political Action Committee spent $50,000.00 in support of Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
WOMEN SPEAK OUT PAC in opposition to$302.48
The WOMEN SPEAK OUT PAC Political Action Committee spent $302.48 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
DMFI PAC in support of$37,492.18
The DMFI PAC Political Action Committee spent $37,492.18 in support of Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
NRDC ACTION VOTES in support of$25,000.00
The NRDC ACTION VOTES Political Action Committee spent $25,000.00 in support of Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
GIVEGREEN UNITED ACTION in support of$10.00
The GIVEGREEN UNITED ACTION Political Action Committee spent $10.00 in support of Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$68,830.00
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $68,830.00 in support of Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
CONGRESSIONAL LEADERSHIP FUND in opposition to$1,915,700.00
The CONGRESSIONAL LEADERSHIP FUND Political Action Committee spent $1,915,700.00 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
RESTORATION PAC in opposition to$60,845.35
The RESTORATION PAC Political Action Committee spent $60,845.35 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2022 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 Sean Casten's 2022 election run.
LCV VICTORY FUND in support of$25,092.17
The LCV VICTORY FUND Political Action Committee spent $25,092.17 in support of Sean Casten's 2022 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 Sean Casten's 2020 election run.
RESTORATION PAC in opposition to$35,671.26
The RESTORATION PAC Political Action Committee spent $35,671.26 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2020 election run.
ENVIRONMENT AMERICA ACTION FUND in support of$3.99
The ENVIRONMENT AMERICA ACTION FUND Political Action Committee spent $3.99 in support of Sean Casten'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 Sean Casten'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 Sean Casten's 2020 election run.
JEWISH DEMOCRATIC COUNCIL OF AMERICA in support of$829.00
The JEWISH DEMOCRATIC COUNCIL OF AMERICA Political Action Committee spent $829.00 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE in support of$77.40
The SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $77.40 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION in support of$18,050.49
The MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION Political Action Committee spent $18,050.49 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
FAMILY RESEARCH COUNCIL ACTION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in opposition to$2,674.05
The FAMILY RESEARCH COUNCIL ACTION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $2,674.05 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
NEW PROSPERITY FOUNDATION; THE in opposition to$435,000.00
The NEW PROSPERITY FOUNDATION; THE Political Action Committee spent $435,000.00 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES in support of$16,618.28
The PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES Political Action Committee spent $16,618.28 in support of Sean Casten'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 Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
ESAFUND in opposition to$48,351.95
The ESAFUND Political Action Committee spent $48,351.95 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
FREEDOMWORKS FOR AMERICA in opposition to$10,250.00
The FREEDOMWORKS FOR AMERICA Political Action Committee spent $10,250.00 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
CONGRESSIONAL LEADERSHIP FUND in opposition to$2,882,574.60
The CONGRESSIONAL LEADERSHIP FUND Political Action Committee spent $2,882,574.60 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
TOGETHER WE THRIVE in support of$950.00
The TOGETHER WE THRIVE Political Action Committee spent $950.00 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
ENVIRONMENT AMERICA ACTION FUND in support of$39.30
The ENVIRONMENT AMERICA ACTION FUND Political Action Committee spent $39.30 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
CLIMATE HAWKS VOTE POLITICAL ACTION in support of$6,248.20
The CLIMATE HAWKS VOTE POLITICAL ACTION Political Action Committee spent $6,248.20 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
PRINCIPLES PROJECT; THE in support of$88,700.00
The PRINCIPLES PROJECT; THE Political Action Committee spent $88,700.00 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
RESTORATION PAC in opposition to$17,500.00
The RESTORATION PAC Political Action Committee spent $17,500.00 in opposition to Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
PROGRESSIVE TURNOUT PROJECT in support of$93,881.26
The PROGRESSIVE TURNOUT PROJECT Political Action Committee spent $93,881.26 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
BUILD THE WAVE in support of$1,400.00
The BUILD THE WAVE Political Action Committee spent $1,400.00 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.
JDCA PAC in support of$3,284.40
The JDCA PAC Political Action Committee spent $3,284.40 in support of Sean Casten's 2018 election run.

Sean Casten's Latest Votes

Congress 119 Vote 9 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
PassedJanuary 13, 2025
Congress 119 Vote 88 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
PassedApril 1, 2025
Congress 119 Vote 87 - On Agreeing to the Resolution
FailedApril 1, 2025
Congress 119 Vote 86 - On Ordering the Previous Question
PassedApril 1, 2025
Congress 119 Vote 85 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
PassedMarch 31, 2025

Latest Bills

To require the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to review any purchase or lease of real estate near a military installation or military airspace in the United States by a foreign person connected to or subsidized by the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, or the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 2754April 19, 2025
Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act of 2025
Bill S 1252April 19, 2025
A bill to withdraw certain Bureau of Land Management land from mineral development.
Bill S 1464April 19, 2025
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the exception for de minimis payments by third party settlement organizations.
Bill S 1425April 19, 2025
A bill to require an annual report of Federal employees and retirees with delinquent tax debt.
Bill S 1444April 19, 2025
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Comptroller General of the United States to report on certain funding shortfalls in the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Bill HR 1823April 19, 2025
To reauthorize the Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program Act of 1994.
Bill HR 1098April 19, 2025
Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2025
Bill S 1137April 19, 2025
A bill to provide for increases in the Federal minimum wage, and for other purposes.
Bill S 1332April 19, 2025
Farmers’ Market Expansion Act of 2025
Bill HR 2379April 19, 2025
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1101) to prohibit unlawful access to the payment system of the Bureau of the Fiscal Service within the Department of the Treasury, and for other purposes.
Bill HRES 250April 10, 2025
Period PROUD (Providing Resources for Our Underserved and Disadvantaged) Act of 2025
Bill HR 922March 5, 2025
Voluntary Food Climate Labeling Act
Bill HR 848February 28, 2025
Methane Emissions Mitigation Research and Development Act
Bill HR 752February 26, 2025
To require Transmission Organizations to allow bids from aggregators of certain retail customers, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 604January 23, 2025
Expressing strong disapproval of the President's announcement to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement.
Bill HRES 68February 19, 2025
Honoring the life, achievements, legacy, and public service of former President James Earl "Jimmy" Carter, Jr.
Bill HRES 30February 4, 2025
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.
Bill HRES 280April 1, 2025
Of inquiry requesting the President to provide certain documents in the President's possession to the House of Representatives relating to the access provided to the staff and advisers of, including any individual working for or in conjunction with, the Department of Government Efficiency to the systems, applications, and accounts, and any information contained therein, of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection.
Bill HRES 259March 28, 2025
Proxy Voting for New Parents Resolution
Bill HRES 23February 7, 2025