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Seat

Representative for Illinois District 13

Born

1977

Age 49

Phone

(202) 225-2371

Office

1717 Longworth House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Illinois District 13

Nikki Budzinski

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Voting Record — 518

Yes46%

No53%

Present0%

Not Voting0%

Party align95%

Cross-party5%

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Congressional District 13

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Nikki Budzinski

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratIllinois District 13

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Nikki's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 19 sponsored · 185 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 26(source)

Each year, #IL13 is proud to welcome growers and producers from across the country to the Farm Progress Show in Decatur! With the University of Illinois College of ACES at its heart, Central and Southern Illinois leads the way in ag innovation. It was great to see some of that work up close today.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 26(source)

It was great to join Mike and Max for a bipartisan panel on the Farm Bill, biofuels, ag research, and much more! Check out our conversation here:

The Mike and Max Show (Tuesday)

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 26(source)

Happy Women’s Equality Day! As a member of the Democratic Women's Caucus, I’m fighting everyday to restore reproductive freedom, close the gender wage gap, and achieve women’s equality in every area of life.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 22(source)

St. Louis is an essential partner to communities here in #IL13. It was great to meet with Mayor Cara Spencer to talk about how we can keep working together on behalf of our constituents!

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 22(source)

It was great to visit the SIU School of Medicine today! We talked about how their work will be impacted by cuts to federal health care dollars and I had the opportunity to learn more about the important Alzheimer’s research being done by SIU scientists.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 21(source)

@afscme.bsky.social members are the backbone of our communities, working hard to make sure the government works for everyday folks. As the Trump administration tries to weaken organized labor, I stand proudly with unions like AFSCME to say hell no.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 21(source)

Changes to Head Start eligibility in the Big, Ugly Bill are going to hit families hard – especially in rural communities. I was glad to welcome @Hakeem-Jeffries.bsky.social to Springfield last week to talk about how Democrats are standing up to protect Head Start and defend our children’s futures.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 21(source)

Today, my team is hitting the road for our monthly traveling office hours! Stop by in Monticello, Staunton, Carlinville, and Cahokia Heights to learn about how we can help you navigate the federal government.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 20(source)

Do you want to learn more about how my team can help you navigate the federal government? We’re hosting office hours across Central and Southern Illinois tomorrow to answer all your casework questions. Hope to see you there!

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 20(source)

I’m so proud to announce that my office has been selected as the winner for “Excellence in Congressional Management” by the Congressional Management Foundation. My team’s hard work has allowed us to accomplish so much for #IL13 – and we’re just getting started.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 20(source)

SNAP-Ed at Illinois Extension has been instrumental in combating food insecurity and helping families live healthy across the state. The loss of this program because of Republican SNAP cuts is truly devastating.

Illinois SNAP nutrition education program, U. of I. jobs cut | College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences | Illinois

In late July, the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 20(source)

For too long, countries like China have flooded our markets with cheap combat boots that meet the standards for aesthetics, but not for quality. My BOOTS Act would ensure service members are wearing American-made footwear — keeping them safe and supporting jobs here at home.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 19(source)

I've helped secure over $485K in REAP funds so folks in IL-13 could install solar and cut energy costs. Now, Secretary Rollins has canceled the program — a devastating blow to farmers and local businesses trying to save. Our communities deserve better. www.reuters.com/sustainabili...

USDA ends programs for solar, wind projects on farms

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will no longer support solar and wind projects on productive farmland, said Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins in a post on X on Monday.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 19(source)

I ran for Congress because I believe in the power of community. That includes all of us – not just those who have lived here for generations, but also those who chose this country.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 19(source)

The Trump administration’s claim that Social Security is a “Ponzi scheme” couldn’t be more wrong. It’s a benefit that our seniors have earned – and in 90 years, Social Security has never missed a payment.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 17(source)

Happy Back to School Month #IL13! I’m proud to be fighting for a strong public education system, and I hope all our students, teachers, and parents have a great school year!

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 16(source)

I’m excited to announce that my bill to codify the Veterans Experience Office at VA has become law! By making this office a permanent fixture, VA will be able to continue centering the feedback of veterans, families, survivors, and caregivers and improve access to services.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 15(source)

Federal clean energy tax credits are helping lower costs and create good-paying jobs right here in IL-13 — but time is running out for families and businesses to take advantage. From solar panels and heat pumps to EVs, you can see what savings are available to you here:

Your guide to using the home energy tax credits before they’re gone

Check the new expiration dates on these incentives.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 15(source)

President Trump knows that unions give federal workers the power to stand up to him — that’s why he’s made it his mission to eliminate them. From food safety inspectors at USDA to VA nurses who care for our vets, we’re going to keep standing up against these attacks.

USDA moves to end employee union contracts, documents show

The U.S. Department of Agriculture moved on Tuesday to terminate union contracts with thousands of employees of its animal health and food safety inspection agencies, according to documents seen by Reuters.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govAug 15(source)

It was great to participate in the Global Aerospace Summit hosted by Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois! We talked about sustainable aviation fuels, workforce development, and ways to grow Central and Southern Illinois as a leader in the aerospace sector.

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Sponsored Bills(19)

H.R. 8076 (119th)
To amend chapter 131 of title 5, United States Code, to prohibit covered individuals from tr…
H.R. 7938 (119th)
To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a grocery, farm, and food worker stabili…
H.R. 7864 (119th)
To amend the Act of May 17, 1954, to revise the boundary of Gateway Arch National Park.
H.R. 7324 (119th)
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand eligibility for incentives under t…
H.R. 7280 (119th)
To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from en…

Cosponsored Bills(185)

H. Res. 1286 (119th)
Calling for a trade policy that supports workers, consumers, independent farmers, small busi…
Joined: 2026-05-14
H.R. 8798 (119th)
To amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 and the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Ac…
Joined: 2026-05-13
H.R. 8666 (119th)
To provide that Executive Order 14399 shall have no force or effect, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-05-07
H. Res. 1253 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commende…
Joined: 2026-05-04
H.R. 8599 (119th)
To direct the United States Postal Service to submit a report to Congress on mail and packag…
Joined: 2026-04-30

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Voting History

518 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Divisions B and C	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Division A	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-06	—	Call of the House	PRESENT	—	—	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 6703 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 6703 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3616 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H. Con. Res. 64 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H. Con. Res. 61 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H. Res. 953 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H. Res. 953 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 3632 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 3632 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-16	H.R. 4371 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 4371 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-16	H. Res. 951 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H. Res. 951 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-16	H.R. 3187 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-15	S. 284 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-12	H.R. 3668 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-12	H.R. 3668 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 2550 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H. Res. 432 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3898 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3898 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3638 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3628 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-11	H. Res. 939 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-10	H. Res. 432 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-12-10	S. 1071 (119th)	Final passage	NO	YES	✕	Passed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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