Richard Durbin

Richard Durbin

Senator Richard Durbin

Democrat • Illinois-Illinois

Current Status: Active

About Senator Durbin

Richard Durbin, a Democrat, has served as Illinois’s Senator since 1997. An attorney, he focuses on healthcare, immigration reform, and gun control. As Senate Majority Whip, he plays a key leadership role. His legal background shapes his policy decisions.

Quick Facts

Born: 11/21/1944

Education: B.S., Georgetown University; J.D., Georgetown University

Occupation: Attorney

Party: Democrat

Term Began: 01/03/1997

Term Ends: 01/03/2027

District Information

State: Illinois

District: Illinois

Contact Information

Washington, DC Office

711 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510

Phone: 202-224-2152

District Office

230 S. Dearborn Street, Suite 3892, Chicago, IL 60604

Phone: 312-353-4952

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