Richard J. Durbin
Senator · IL · D
Current term Jan 3, 2021 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the Senate since Jan 7, 1997
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Senator · IL · D
Current term Jan 3, 2021 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the Senate since Jan 7, 1997
Official websiteContact formBiographical Directory
Portrait: U.S. Government Publishing Office, via unitedstates/images (public domain)
507 cosponsored bills and resolutions, from Congress.gov. Withdrawn cosponsorships are labeled.
S.Res. 96 · A resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".
Introduced Feb 25, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 25, 2025 · original cosponsor · Education
Latest action (Feb 25, 2025): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1359; text: CR S1358)
Introduced Feb 25, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 25, 2025 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Feb 25, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S. 720 · Empowering and Enforcing Environmental Justice Act of 2025
Introduced Feb 25, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 27, 2025 · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Feb 25, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1350)
Introduced Feb 25, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 25, 2025 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Feb 25, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
S.Res. 91 · A resolution acknowledging the third anniversary of Russia's further invasion of Ukraine and expressing support for the people of Ukraine.
Introduced Feb 24, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 24, 2025 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Feb 24, 2025): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1314)
S.Res. 89 · A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 15 through February 22, 2025, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 90th anniversary of New Farmers of America and the 75th anniversary of the Future Farmers of America Federal charter.
Introduced Feb 21, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 21, 2025 · original cosponsor · Agriculture and Food
Latest action (Feb 21, 2025): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1303; text: CR S1136-1137)
S.Res. 88 · A resolution designating March 7, 2025, as "National Speech and Debate Education Day".
Introduced Feb 21, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 21, 2025 · original cosponsor · Education
Latest action (Feb 21, 2025): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1303; text: CR S1136)
S. 661 · Postal Processing Protection Act
Introduced Feb 20, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 20, 2025 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Feb 20, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Introduced Feb 20, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 20, 2025 · original cosponsor · Immigration
Latest action (Feb 20, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S. 634 · Korematsu-Takai Civil Liberties Protection Act of 2025
Introduced Feb 19, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 19, 2025 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Feb 19, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S. 605 · CHAMPVA Children's Care Protection Act of 2025
Introduced Feb 18, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 18, 2025 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (May 21, 2025): Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 119-86.
S.Res. 80 · A resolution expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their support in making the Presidential Inauguration a success.
Introduced Feb 13, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 13, 2025 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Feb 13, 2025): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S990; text: CR S981-982)
Introduced Feb 13, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 13, 2025 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Feb 13, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S. 595 · Office of Gun Violence Prevention Act of 2025
Introduced Feb 13, 2025 · cosponsored Mar 5, 2025 · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Feb 13, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S. 593 · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025
Introduced Feb 13, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 13, 2025 · original cosponsor · Environmental Protection
Latest action (Feb 13, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Introduced Feb 13, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 13, 2025 · original cosponsor · Commerce
Latest action (Feb 13, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S. 567 · First Rhode Island Regiment Congressional Gold Medal Act
Introduced Feb 13, 2025 · cosponsored Apr 22, 2026 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Jun 15, 2026): Held at the desk.
S. 550 · A bill to provide for the equitable settlement of certain Indian land disputes regarding land in Illinois, and for other purposes.
Introduced Feb 12, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 12, 2025 · original cosponsor · Native Americans
Latest action (Sep 25, 2026): Became Public Law No: 119-114.
S. 545 · Combating Illicit Xylazine Act
Introduced Feb 12, 2025 · cosponsored Mar 26, 2026 · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Apr 15, 2026): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 372.
S. 539 · PROTECT Our Children Reauthorization Act of 2025
Introduced Feb 12, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 12, 2025 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (May 20, 2025): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 80.
Introduced Feb 11, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 11, 2025 · original cosponsor · Environmental Protection
Latest action (Oct 5, 2026): Held at the desk.
S.Res. 68 · A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States shall not deploy United States military assets or personnel to Gaza for purposes of "taking over" Gaza.
Introduced Feb 10, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 10, 2025 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Feb 10, 2025): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S821)
S. 494 · National Plan for Epilepsy Act
Introduced Feb 10, 2025 · cosponsored Jun 22, 2026 · Health
Latest action (Aug 10, 2026): Held at the desk.
S.Res. 66 · A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Career and Technical Education Month".
Introduced Feb 6, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 6, 2025 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Feb 6, 2025): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S802; text: CR S799-800)
S. 491 · Foreign Assistance Accountability and Oversight Act
Introduced Feb 6, 2025 · cosponsored Feb 6, 2025 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Feb 6, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.