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2026 Race · Illinois

U.S. House (District 6)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 6) in Illinois is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Sean Casten (Democratic) and Niki Conforti (Republican). The seat is currently held by Sean Casten (Democratic), who has served since January 2019, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Niki Conforti

Republican

Public Record Profile

Incumbent's record this term

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Sean Casten

Democratic · Since January 2019

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Financial Services
  • Joint Economic Committee

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.9399

    To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for criminal penalties for a person who provides fire...

  • HR.9268

    Stop Crypto ATM Scams Act

2026 Illinois U.S. House (District 6) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 6) in Illinois in 2026?

Sean Casten (Democratic) and Niki Conforti (Republican). Sean Casten is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 Illinois U.S. House (District 6) 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?

Sean Casten, a Democratic, currently represents Illinois, serving since January 2019.

What committees does Sean Casten serve on?

Sean Casten serves on House Committee on Financial Services and Joint Economic Committee. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.