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2026 Race · Illinois

U.S. House (District 13)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 13) in Illinois is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Nikki Budzinski (Democratic) and Jeff Wilson (Republican). The seat is currently held by Nikki Budzinski (Democratic), who has served since January 2023, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Jeff Wilson

Republican

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Nikki Budzinski

Democratic · Since January 2023

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Agriculture
  • Veterans' Affairs

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.3183

    SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act of 2025

  • HR.3863

    VA Mental Health Outreach and Engagement Act

2026 Illinois U.S. House (District 13) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 13) in Illinois in 2026?

Nikki Budzinski (Democratic) and Jeff Wilson (Republican). Nikki Budzinski is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 Illinois U.S. House (District 13) 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?

Nikki Budzinski, a Democratic, currently represents Illinois, serving since January 2023.

What committees does Nikki Budzinski serve on?

Nikki Budzinski serves on House Committee on Agriculture and House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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