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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 1h

Recently, I attended AU's elected officials breakfast to discuss how we can strengthen educational opportunities. It was great to give Sen. Linda Holmes a special thank you for her service to our community before she retires. I'm grateful for her leadership over the years—she will be missed!

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

REMINDER: The deadline for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge is October 26! Middle and high school students in Illinois’ 11th District can compete by designing and submitting an innovative app. For more information, visit: foster.house.gov/app-challenge.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Reminder: I’m hosting a Job and Career Fair this Thursday, October 1! For more information and to register, visit foster.house.gov/jobs.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

As someone who built a manufacturing business right here in the Midwest, I’m always pleased to meet with local manufacturers like Augie and his team at Aurora Defense Group! I’ll continue working in Congress to support small businesses as they navigate tariffs and rising costs.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

There is important work to be done in Washington, but Speaker Johnson sent everyone home until after the election. I've joined my colleagues in calling on Johnson to bring Members of Congress back to Washington so we can get to work on AI.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

JOB SEEKERS & EMPLOYERS: I'm hosting a Job & Career Fair on Thursday, October 1 at Waubonsee Community College! If you're looking for a job or an employer looking to set up a booth, visit foster.house.gov/jobs to register. Questions? Call (630) 585-7672.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

My colleagues and I on the Science Committee sat down with representatives from OpenAI, Anthropic, Hugging Face, and METR to discuss rogue hacking incidents by AI agents. Congress must move with urgency to address risks posed by rogue AI. We cannot stay on the sidelines of this issue any longer.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Software-only solutions will not be enough to protect against AI risks. Air gapping, similar to what they use in nuclear weapons security, should be used to secure high-level research and ensure advanced AI doesn't get into the wrong hands.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

One of the biggest risks with AI is recursive self-improvement—where AI agents continuously code better versions of themselves that could evade human oversight. I spoke to ABC News Live about one of the technically feasible ways Congress can address this.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

International cooperation on AI is essential. The Trump Administration must reverse course and begin talks with China on AI safeguards.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

My Chip Security Act would require advanced AI chips to include hardware that allows us to track where they are and how they are being used. Congress should pass this legislation as a first step toward implementing technically feasible safeguards against the risks posed by advanced AI.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The contributions of the labor movement to this country are immeasurable. This Labor Day, I'm proud to recognize the workers whose skill, dedication, and contributions keep our communities and economy moving.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

President Trump has a dangerous pattern of not enforcing laws passed by Congress—which is required of him by law. This discredits the United States on a global level, endangering the dominance of the U.S. dollar and the economic advantage it gives us.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Calling all high school students! Join me at the St. Charles Public Library in the Huntley Community Room on Saturday, September 5th, to learn more about ROTC and attending our nation's service academies. To attend, RSVP here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The Trump Administration is jamming data centers into communities that do not want them. And now, the EPA is moving to cut communities out of the process by eliminating a rule requiring public input before states approve air pollution permits for data centers. Hear my take on @heartlandsignal.com.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

REMINDER: The 2026 Congressional App Challenge is open! Middle and high school students in Illinois’ 11th District can compete by designing and submitting an innovative app by October 26th, 2026. For more information, visit: foster.house.gov/app-challenge.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Join me for my next telephone town hall on Monday, August 31 at 6:30 PM CT! To RSVP and receive a call at the time of the town hall, visit forms.gle/XRPSMSaQvHnu...

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

I stopped by Cinco de Mayo Market in Batavia to congratulate them on a successful first year in business! Hearing firsthand from local grocers about what’s driving up costs is essential to finding solutions to make America more affordable. If you stop by, be sure to try their delicious guacamole!

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

My event, America 250: Celebrating Science & Innovation, is on Saturday, August 29! Join me as we highlight the discoveries, technological advancements, and spirit of innovation that have shaped our nation's history over the past 250 years. For more information and to RSVP, visit

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Big Oil just hauled in $26.5 billion in revenue last quarter alone while you paid more at the pump. We have Trump to thank.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

The Trump administration admitted to canceling clean, cheap energy projects in blue states. These are projects that would've helped bring down your energy costs.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Last week, I was proud to present $850,000 that I secured in Washington to help complete the final segment of the Weber Road corridor improvements in Will County.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Like most Americans, schools and libraries are also struggling with rising costs. That's why I'm leading 50 of my House colleagues to fight for continued funding for school and library broadband.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

SCIENCE MINUTE: Hard-boiled egg vacuum. Science is powered by people. If we don't invest in research, we risk losing talented scientists to other countries. That sucks ... eggs.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Today, @durbin.senate.gov and I conducted an oversight visit at a shelter with unaccompanied children in the custody of the Office of Refugee Resettlement.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Last week in Naperville, I joined a vigil to honor those who have lost their lives due to ICE's abuses of power. No federal agency is above the law. Congress must rein in ICE and demand transparency and accountability for those killed by the Trump Administration's mass deportation operations.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

A real ceasefire agreement should include details on how to verify and monitor Iran's uranium stockpile. So far, this administration hasn't even come close.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

My event, America 250: Celebrating Civics, is next week! Join me on Tuesday, July 28, at 7:00 p.m. CT at Waubonsee Community College to discuss how we can work together to strengthen our democracy. For more information and to RSVP, visit foster.house.gov/events.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

When we negotiated the Iran Nuclear Deal, we were sending our nation's top nuclear experts. Trump is sending real estate dealers. We should all be on high alert.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

I just introduced the Federal Naming Standards Act. At a time when trust in government is under strain, Congress must ensure that public institutions serve the public—not the interests of any individual officeholder. Read more about this legislation here: foster.house.gov/media/press-...

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Last week, on the anniversary of Rep. John Lewis' passing, I was proud to join members of our community to call out the damage being done by this administration. It was an honor to serve with John Lewis in Congress. We owe it to his legacy to never stop fighting for American democracy.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Trump and his negotiators are failing in Iran. Now, gas and diesel prices are climbing and there's no end in sight.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Join me at my upcoming event America 250: Celebrating Civics on Tuesday, July 28, at 7:00 p.m. CT at Waubonsee Community College! I will be joined by guest speakers to discuss how we can work together to strengthen our democracy. RSVP on my website: foster.house.gov/events

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Before Donald Trump and Russell Vought gutted the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, it returned billions to American taxpayers harmed by financial scammers.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

At today’s Financial Services hearing, I had the chance to confront Russell Vought over the Trump Administration’s attacks on American science.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Mark your calendars! My team is hosting mobile office hours at libraries across the district. My staff will be available to answer your questions and help connect you with the resources and services my office provides. For a full list of dates and locations, visit foster.house.gov/mobile-hours.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

My office is now accepting internship applications for the fall semester at both my Illinois and DC offices. For more information, visit foster.house.gov/intern!

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Happy Independence Day, Illinois! This year, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our great nation. The United States is a beacon of hope, prosperity, freedom, and equality around the world. Today, we celebrate our country as we continue to fight for a more perfect union.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

The numbers are in! So far this year, my office has returned $1,260,537.12 to constituents and resolved 516 cases involving federal agencies. Swipe to read a constituent testimony about receiving assistance with the IRS.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Democrats and Republicans came together to pass legislation to lower housing costs, increase housing supply, and stop Wall Street investors from buying up single-family homes. Now, Trump is refusing to sign it. Earlier this week, I stood alongside my colleagues with a clear message: Sign the bill.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

It was an honor to celebrate Juneteenth last weekend with so many people across the community!

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

If Congress is serious about finding fraud, we can start with the Trump's attempt to spend hundreds of billions on a Golden Dome—an idea that has been proven scientifically unfeasible.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

The gun violence epidemic continues to shatter families and communities nationwide. Americans deserve to be able to study, worship, and come together without fear. As we mark National Gun Violence Awareness Month, we recommit to tackling this crisis with the urgency it deserves.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Join me for my next tele-town hall on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30PM CT! To receive a call to join, RSVP on my website or through this form: forms.gle/f56PcdCV2vM3...

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Trump promised no new wars. He broke that promise.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

My statement on Republicans' reconciliation package.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Every family deserves reliable access to clean, safe drinking water. That's why I'm proud to have secured $3,276,000 in federal funding to help communities across our district replace aging lead service lines and protect public health for generations to come.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

The risk of Iran secretly developing a nuclear weapon has INCREASED since the U.S. attacked Iran. Trump and Netanyahu have made the world a much more dangerous place.

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

I'm proud to introduce the Know Your Rights Act with @ramirez.house.gov to ensure that every immigrant being held in a detention center—man, woman, or child—receives appropriate legal assistance in accordance with due process protections. Read more about it here: foster.house.gov/media/press-...

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Congressman Bill Foster @repbillfoster.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Happy Pride, Illinois! This month, we honor the contributions of LGBTQ+ Americans and reflect on the progress we’ve made toward equality.

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