Casten, Takano, Foster, Beyer, and Obernolte Lead Bipartisan Coalition to Create the Congressional Office of Technology

Led bipartisan coalition introducing legislation to establish Congressional Office of Technology for scientific expertise.

“Each of us who serve in Congress brings a unique perspective and expertise which informs how we serve our constituents.”

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Casten Introduces Bill to Expand Benefits of Local Transmission Lines

Introduced legislation to improve electricity affordability through better transmission planning.

“Ensuring that local transmission facilities are considered in regional and interregional transmission planning is vital in creating lower-cost new transmission capabilities”

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Casten, Whitehouse Introduce Legislation to Restore EPA’s Core Mission

Introduced bill to restore EPA's environmental protection and climate mission.

“At a time when the Trump Administration is ignoring the climate crisis and undermining Americans’ ability to breathe clean air, drink clean water, and enjoy the outdoors, it is more important than ever to restore a commitment to science-based environmental protection at the EPA”

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Casten, Elmhurst University Celebrate $950,000 in Federal Funding for Health Research Technology

Secured $950,000 in federal funding for Elmhurst University health research equipment.

“Ensuring schools and universities across the 6th District have the resources they need to provide a world-class education is one of my top priorities in Congress”

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Casten, 17 House Democrats Scrutinize New Trump Coal Plant

Led 17 Democrats in letter questioning DOE's $18.5 million coal plant award to unqualified applicant.

“We are especially concerned about the apparent lack of due diligence conducted by your Department regarding this project.”

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Casten Urges SEC Oversight of Prediction Markets

Led letter to SEC requesting oversight guidance on prediction markets tied to securities.

“We recognize that event contracts tied to the performance of U.S. financial markets may present opportunities for investors and businesses to hedge their risks, protect their portfolios, and offset potential losses.”

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Casten Introduces Bill to Increase Transparency for Proxy Voting, Support Shareholder Rights

Introduced bill to increase transparency of proxy voting at multi-class stock companies.

“The Multi-Class Stock Company Voting Transparency Act would help American retirement savers, pension funds, and university endowments better understand exactly how multi-class stock structures are impacting their rights as shareholders”

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Casten Urges EU President von der Leyen to Maintain EU Methane Regulation Standards

Led four House Democrats urging EU President von der Leyen to maintain EU methane emission standards.

“Preserving the integrity of the EUMR will reinforce Europe’s leadership at a moment when climate ambition is increasingly inseparable from security, competitiveness, and geopolitical resilience”

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Casten, Whitesides, Levin Introduce Bill to Provide Climate Finance to Countries in the Global South While Reducing Debt

Introduced bill to provide climate finance and debt relief to Global South countries undertaking climate resilience.

“Climate change is a global crisis that demands a global response”

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New Casten Bill Strengthens Accountability for Adults Who Provide Harmful Access to Firearms to Children

Introduced bill to establish federal penalties for adults enabling children's access to firearms.

“Unfortunately, current federal law leaves significant gaps in accountability when adults allow children and teenagers to access firearms”

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Casten, Salazar Introduce Bill to Protect Seniors from Crypto ATM Scams

Introduced bipartisan bill to protect seniors from crypto ATM fraud scams.

“My constituents have lost devastating sums of money to crypto-enabled fraud. Local banks and credit unions in my community are doing everything within their limited authority to stop these scams before they happen”

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Casten Statement on the Reckless Republican Budget

Criticized Republican budget for providing $70 billion to ICE without accountability or guardrails.

“Congressional Republicans could have used this budget to ensure that taxpayer dollars are not used to compensate January 6th rioters who attacked police officers defending our Capitol. The president has repeatedly stated his intention to do so.”

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Casten, Fitzpatrick Lead Bipartisan Effort to Support Victims of Sexual Assault in Public Schools

Led bipartisan letter urging Department of Education to provide accurate data on sexual assault complaints in schools.

“As members of Congress, we rely on timely and accurate information from federal agencies to inform policymaking and oversight”

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Casten, Meeks Demand Accountability for Crypto-Financing of Terrorist Groups

Demanded Trump administration accountability for Binance enforcement of terrorist financing restrictions.

“It is also important that both FRA and Sullivan & Cromwell fulfill their commitments to independently assess Binance’s systems and ensure that adequate controls will prevent any future financial crimes.”

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Casten, Lieu Urge DOJ to Prosecute Insider Trading on Prediction Market Platforms

Led 54 House Democrats urging DOJ to prosecute insider trading on prediction markets.

“Trading on confidential, non-public information is illegal in traditional financial markets when it involves fraud, deception, or breach of duty.”

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Casten Urges Real Estate Industry to Provide Climate Risk Information to Homebuyers

Urged real estate industry leaders to provide homebuyers with climate risk information.

“While there is still room for improvement in climate risk scoring systems, the best available data will help prospective homeowners and renters properly evaluate the long-term costs and hazards associated with a given property, strengthening their ability to make a sound investment”

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Casten Proposes Measure to Protect Ballot Access for Overseas Service Members

Introduced bill to eliminate bureaucratic barriers to voting for overseas service members.

“Our service members defend our democracy abroad; they shouldn't have to fight to participate in it at home”

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Casten, Schakowsky Demand Trump Administration Prevent Displacement of Palestinians in West Bank

Led 30 Democrats demanding State Department pressure Israel to prevent Palestinian displacement.

“U.S. pressure on the Israeli government has proven crucial in protecting Palestinian communities in the past. Some communities facing significant demolition threats have remained in place in part due to sustained international and U.S. diplomatic attention”

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Casten, Schakowsky, Beyer Reintroduce Energy Consumer Protection Act to Crack Down on Market Manipulation

Introduced bill to strengthen federal oversight of energy markets and prevent price manipulation.

“Electricity prices have skyrocketed under the Trump Administration due to policies that protect fossil fuel companies at the expense of consumers”

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Casten, Castro, Van Hollen, Kaine Demand Transparency from Trump Administration on United States-Venezuela Energy Deal

Demanded GAO audit of Trump administration's energy deal with Venezuela.

“Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that no formal audit agreement was in place, but his agency plans to engage outside auditors to review future payments.”

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Casten Statement on Trump Threat to Destroy a "Whole Civilization"

Condemned Trump's threat to destroy a civilization as war crime and called for 25th Amendment action.

“The president’s threat to wipe out an entire civilization is dangerous, reckless, and would constitute a war crime under both domestic and international law. This rhetoric undermines U.S. credibility, endangers civilians, and places American personnel in untenable legal, moral, and mortal jeopardy.”

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Casten Introduces Bill to Ensure American Workforce Meets National Defense Needs

Introduced bill to fund workforce recruitment for defense-critical occupations.

“Ensuring the federal government stands ready to meet any skilled labor needs required to support the national defense of the United States is of the utmost importance”

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Casten Hosts Roundtable to Highlight Sheldon Peck Homestead Historic Site

Hosted roundtable to highlight Sheldon Peck Homestead historic site and Underground Railroad history.

“The Sheldon Peck Homestead is a notable place in both American and Illinois’ history. Sheldon and Harriet Peck were not only outspoken abolitionists, but they also provided shelter to freedom seekers along the Underground Railroad”

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Casten, Levin, SEEC Clean Energy Deployment Task Force Introduce the Energy Bills Relief Act

Introduced Energy Bills Relief Act with 120 House Democrats to lower energy costs through renewable energy.

“Families across America are struggling with ever-increasing energy prices. In the last year, electricity rates have soared, increasing by as much as 13% under the Trump Administration.”

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Casten, Van Hollen Push for Answers on Venezuelan Oil Proceeds in U.S. Treasury-Run Accounts

Pressed Treasury Secretary for answers on Venezuelan oil proceeds held in U.S. accounts.

“Regardless of whether the Qatari bank account has been wound down, it is important that the Administration produce related documents, submit to congressional oversight, and provide the American people with much-needed transparency on this opaque and legally questionable plan.”

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