- Mr. Richard J. Durbin
- Current Democratic Senator
- Illinois
- Age: 82
- Phone: (202) 224-2152
- Official Website
It shouldn’t take the Senate Parliamentarian ruling Ballroom Republicans out of line for this colossal waste of taxpayer dollars to be stopped, but it’s a good first step and we will be ready to keep fighting if they try again.
Expanding opportunity & representation from diverse backgrounds strengthens our nation’s workforce. Enjoyed getting to speak to the next generation of lawyers and doctors yesterday at the I Am Abel Foundation’s annual conference. https://t.co/Ch031i8ebR
When President Trump’s term is mercifully up, he can rest assured that statues of him will likely be erected, and forever enshrined, at the headquarters of the few who actually benefitted from his tenure: tobacco giants Reynolds American and Altria. https://t.co/sWJ5tvnpks
It’s National Police Week. Chicago is mourning the loss of Officer John Bartholomew, who died in the line of duty last month. I just paid tribute to him and his family—and all officers who defend us every day. https://t.co/FZFbZ2qny3
Confirming radical, anti-law enforcement nominees with little scrutiny is a terrible way for Senate Republicans to honor National Police Week. https://t.co/szhhQPzkii
President Trump reducing U.S. troop rotations in NATO countries sends exactly the wrong message to Putin as he tries to get Russia to end the war in Ukraine. Moreover, Poland is one of the most pro-U.S. NATO allies on the front lines of the larger Russian threat.
Senate Republicans just moved forward with nearly 50 nominees without consent or agreement from Democrats. They’re rushing them through because they’re unqualified. Shameful.
The dam’s breaking for Big Tech. New Mexico and California juries ruled against them. Congress is supercharging its efforts to reel them in.
Senator Paul Simon was my mentor and someone who always knew the value of understanding how the world works. I joined @SenatorWicker to introduce the bipartisan Senator Paul Simon Study Abroad Program Act to create opportunities for American students of all backgrounds to see and experience the world.
Congress can do two things right now to hold Big Tech accountable. Repeal Section 230. Open the courtrooms for families. Put people first—not social media companies. https://t.co/Ob2UYoG5X1
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Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
- Subcommittee on Commodities, Derivatives, Risk Management, and Trade
- Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, Poultry, and Food Safety
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Committee on Appropriations
- Subcommittee on Department of Defense
- Subcommittee on Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies
- Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development
- Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government
- Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs
- Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
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Committee on the Judiciary (Ranking Member)
- Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism (Ranking Member)
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S.4541 - 2026-05-14
A bill to ensure that significantly more students graduate college with the international knowledge and experience essential for success in today's global economy through the establishment of the Senator Paul Simon Study Abroad Program in the Department of State. -
S.4515 - 2026-05-13
A bill to require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to carry out a pilot program to enhance the mapping of urban flooding and associated property damage and the availability of that mapped data to homeowners, businesses, and localities to help understand and mitigate the risk of such flooding, and for other purposes. -
SRES.728 - 2026-05-13
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Jimmy Lai, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Ekpar Asat detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jingping. -
S.4494 - 2026-05-12
American Cures Act -
SRES.721 - 2026-04-30
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Robert S. Mueller III and commending him for a life dedicated to public service and the defense of the democracy of the United States. -
S.4449 - 2026-04-30
Strengthening Educator Workforce Data Act -
S.4437 - 2026-04-29
Puppy Protection Act of 2026 -
S.4438 - 2026-04-29
Promoting Access to Broadband Act of 2026 -
SJRES.186 - 2026-04-27
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the fundamental right to vote. -
S.4347 - 2026-04-20
America Grows Act of 2026 -
SRES.677 - 2026-04-16
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Jimmy Lai detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jinping. -
S.4307 - 2026-04-15
Protecting American Consumers from Robocalls Act -
S.4244 - 2026-03-26
Protect Your Points Act of 2026 -
S.4213 - 2026-03-25
Data Center Water and Energy Transparency Act of 2026
| Congress | Years | Chamber | Role | State | District |
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| 119th Congress | 2025–present | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 118th Congress | 2023–2025 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 117th Congress | 2021–2023 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 116th Congress | 2019–2021 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 115th Congress | 2017–2019 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 114th Congress | 2015–2017 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 113th Congress | 2013–2015 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 112th Congress | 2011–2013 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 111th Congress | 2009–2011 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 110th Congress | 2007–2009 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 109th Congress | 2005–2007 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 108th Congress | 2003–2005 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 107th Congress | 2001–2003 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 106th Congress | 1999–2001 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 105th Congress | 1997–1999 | Senate | Senator | Illinois (IL) | — |
| 104th Congress | 1995–1997 | House of Representatives | Representative | Illinois (IL) | 20 |
| 103rd Congress | 1993–1995 | House of Representatives | Representative | Illinois (IL) | 20 |
| 102nd Congress | 1991–1993 | House of Representatives | Representative | Illinois (IL) | 20 |
| 101st Congress | 1989–1991 | House of Representatives | Representative | Illinois (IL) | 20 |
| 100th Congress | 1987–1989 | House of Representatives | Representative | Illinois (IL) | 20 |
| 99th Congress | 1985–1987 | House of Representatives | Representative | Illinois (IL) | 20 |
| 98th Congress | 1983–1985 | House of Representatives | Representative | Illinois (IL) | 20 |
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