Representative Sean Casten, Democratic from Illinois

Sean Casten

Representative · Illinois · Democrat

Sean Casten

Biography
Sean Casten, a former clean energy entrepreneur, was elected as the U.S. Representative for Illinois’s 6th District in 2018. Drawing on his business background, Casten prioritizes climate action, affordable healthcare, and strengthening science-based policy. He authored legislation to boost investment in renewable energy and serves on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee. Casten approaches his role with a practical, solutions-focused mindset, advocating for evidence-driven policies to address his district’s and the nation’s needs.
Education
  • M.S., Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH
    1998
  • M.E.M., Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH
    1998
  • B.A. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT
    1993
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2019-Present

    Representing Illinois's 6th district

  • Board Member, U.S. Clean Heat & Power Association

    2003–05

  • Founding Chairman, Northeast Combined Heat & Power Initiative

    2001

  • Technology Consultant, Arthur D. Little

    1998–2000

  • Clean Energy Entrepreneur/ceo

    2000–16

  • Biofuels Researcher

    1995–98

  • Cancer Researcher, Tufts School of Medicine

    1993–95

Policy Focus
Finance and Financial Sector17%
Energy16%
Environmental Protection10%
Education6%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Sean Casten's record in Congress.

  • Climate Action Now Act

    Co-sponsored and helped pass the Climate Action Now Act to keep the U.S. in the Paris Agreement.

  • Clean Energy Funding

    Secured federal funding for renewable energy research and development in Illinois.

  • COVID-19 Relief Support

    Supported the American Rescue Plan, providing pandemic relief to Illinois families, schools, and small businesses.

  • Energy Efficiency Legislation

    Introduced the HOPE for HOMES Act to promote home energy efficiency upgrades and workforce training.

Committee Assignments
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  • Joint Economic Committee
  • House Committee on Financial Services

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