
Senator · IL · D
Current term Jan 3, 2023 – Jan 3, 2029 · In the Senate since Jan 3, 2017
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65 sponsored bills and resolutions, from Congress.gov.
S.Res. 215 · A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 12, 2025, through May 16, 2025 as "Veterans Affairs Research Week" to celebrate the research, innovation, and significant contributions of the Department of Veterans Affairs to improving the lives of countless veterans, people in the United States, and individuals around the world.
Introduced May 12, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (May 12, 2025): Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text: CR S2864)
Introduced May 12, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (May 12, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S. 1655 · Protecting Veterans in Crisis Act
Introduced May 7, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (May 7, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
S. 1650 · VA Employee Fairness Act of 2025
Introduced May 7, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (May 7, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
S. 1483 · TSA Commuting Fairness Act
Introduced Apr 10, 2025 · Transportation and Public Works
Latest action (Apr 10, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S. 1440 · Uniformed Services Leave Parity Act
Introduced Apr 10, 2025 · Health
Latest action (Oct 17, 2025): Held at the desk.
S.Res. 166 · A resolution demanding the immediate reinstatement of all veteran Federal employees involuntarily removed or otherwise dismissed without cause since January 20, 2025.
Introduced Apr 9, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Apr 9, 2025): Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S2528-2529)
S. 1231 · IVF for Military Families Act
Introduced Apr 1, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Apr 1, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
S.Res. 120 · A resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 113th birthday and celebrating its founder, Juliette Gordon Low, and the legacy of providing girls with a secure and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.
Introduced Mar 10, 2025 · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Mar 26, 2025): Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1864; text: 03/10/2025 CR S1632)
S. 914 · Protect Veteran Jobs Act
Introduced Mar 10, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Mar 10, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
S. 828 · School Bus Safety Act of 2025
Introduced Mar 4, 2025 · Transportation and Public Works
Latest action (Mar 4, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S. 797 · Family Building FEHB Fairness Act
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 · Health
Latest action (Feb 27, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
S. 634 · Korematsu-Takai Civil Liberties Protection Act of 2025
Introduced Feb 19, 2025 · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Feb 19, 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S. 289 · Youth Poisoning Protection Act
Introduced Jan 29, 2025 · Commerce
Latest action (Aug 10, 2026): Held at the desk.
S. 260 · Bottles and Breastfeeding Equipment Screening Enhancement Act
Introduced Jan 27, 2025 · Transportation and Public Works
Latest action (Nov 25, 2025): Became Public Law No: 119-41.