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2026 Race · Illinois

U.S. House (District 11)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 11) in Illinois is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Bill Foster (Democratic) and Jeffrey Walter (Republican). The seat is currently held by Bill Foster (Democratic), who has served since March 2008, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Jeffrey Walter

Republican

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Bill Foster

Democratic · Since March 2008

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Financial Services
  • Science, Space, and Technology

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.9272

    Parent PLUS Loan Fairness and Responsibility Act of 2026

  • HR.9144

    Closing the Digital Divide for Students Act of 2026

2026 Illinois U.S. House (District 11) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 11) in Illinois in 2026?

Bill Foster (Democratic) and Jeffrey Walter (Republican). Bill Foster is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 Illinois U.S. House (District 11) election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by Illinois and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Bill Foster, a Democratic, currently represents Illinois, serving since March 2008.

What committees does Bill Foster serve on?

Bill Foster serves on House Committee on Financial Services and House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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