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2026 Race · Illinois

U.S. House (District 17)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 17) in Illinois is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Eric Sorensen (Democratic) and Dillan Vancil (Republican). The seat is currently held by Eric Sorensen (Democratic), who has served since January 2023, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Dillan Vancil

Republican

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Incumbent's record this term

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Eric Sorensen

Democratic · Since January 2023

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Agriculture
  • Armed Services

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.8908

    STOP GAMES Act of 2026

  • HR.8636

    Strengthening Educator Workforce Data Act

2026 Illinois U.S. House (District 17) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 17) in Illinois in 2026?

Eric Sorensen (Democratic) and Dillan Vancil (Republican). Eric Sorensen is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 Illinois U.S. House (District 17) 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?

Eric Sorensen, a Democratic, currently represents Illinois, serving since January 2023.

What committees does Eric Sorensen serve on?

Eric Sorensen serves on House Committee on Agriculture and House Committee on Armed Services. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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