Since it was created in 2015, VA’s Veterans Experience Office has made huge strides to improve veterans’ trust in VA and make services more accessible. It’s time to make this critical office permanent.
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Illinois District 13
Nikki Budzinski
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Voting Record — 536
Yes47%
No53%
Present0%
Not Voting0%
Party align95%
Cross-party5%
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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
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
It was great to meet Dr. Mandy Eaton, the new CEO of Memorial Health in Springfield! Looking forward to working together to ensure folks throughout our community have access to quality care.
REMINDER: Last week, House Republicans passed a disastrous tax package that puts Medicaid at risk for 21,927 people in #IL13 and raises premiums for folks with ACA coverage. I’m going to keep fighting against this scheme to make health care LESS accessible and MORE expensive.
VA employees are not expendable. It's clear that the Trump administration's endgame is to break the VA - but we're going to keep fighting back.
I’ve had the opportunity to visit Chestnut Health Clinic in Granite City to learn about the critical services they provide to our veterans – now, their funding is at risk. I’m calling on Secretary Kennedy to protect federal dollars for behavioral health centers like Chestnut.
Public education is under attack in America – classrooms are losing resources, teachers are stretched to the brink, and students are being left behind. This Thursday, we're speaking out.
RSVP to join us in East St. Louis: forms.gle/H97GGtnYCx5S...
Last week, I advocated for my BOOTS Act to be included in this year’s defense authorization bill. It’s a win-win that will support jobs at places like Belleville Boots, while making sure our troops have high-quality, American-made gear.
Our LGBTQ+ neighbors need our support now more than ever. I met with LGTBQ+ leaders in #IL13 to talk about how we can uplift and protect the community during these uncertain times.
Another successful #NewDemsOnTheRoad stop in the books! Thanks @whipkclark.bsky.social for joining @NewDems.bsky.social for an important conversation on paid family and medical leave and affordable childcare.
It was a profound honor to speak at the Memorial Day ceremony at Camp Butler National Cemetery. I am grateful for the opportunity to honor our fallen heroes alongside our community.
Memorial Day is a reminder that freedom isn’t free. Today, I join every American in honoring the brave men and women who selflessly answered the call of duty and made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. They will never be forgotten.
We can’t let it fly under the radar that the GOP tax package would eliminate funding for Planned Parenthood and block ACA insurance plans from covering abortions. This is going to have a huge impact on women’s access to reproductive care in every single state.
The best way to improve VA services is to hear from veterans, family members, and caregivers firsthand. I’m proud to reintroduce my bill with @repmcgarvey.bsky.social and @juliabrownley.house.gov to codify the office at the VA tasked with putting veterans’ feedback into action.
Earlier this year, House Republicans excluded important #IL13 projects from their funding bill. Now, I'm once again pushing for these dollars that will revitalize our infrastructure, boost our local economy, & improve day-to-day life for families in our district. budzinski.house.gov/posts/budzin...
Last weekend, Illinois was hit by devastating storms. Without warnings from the National Weather Service, the damage would have been even more severe. That’s why @repwesleybellmo.bsky.social and I are calling on President Trump to ensure NWS has the resources it needs to keep our communities safe.
I’m thrilled that my team helped Family Service of Champaign County get back $789,643 they were owed from the IRS! Remember: we’re always here to assist you with navigating the federal government!
Strengthening the biofuels industry is critical for farmers in #IL13 and it’s one of my top priorities in Congress. I’m excited to continue to lead on this issue as a newly appointed co-chair of the bipartisan Biofuels Caucus!
We know about the disastrous cuts to SNAP and Medicaid in the GOP tax package. But here's what you may have missed.
This bill turns its back on working families, meaning while billionaires receive tax breaks, middle class families will instead pay more in annual living expenses.
We need middle class tax relief, support for those who need it, and real fiscal responsibility. This bill fails on all counts.
It unfairly harms the bottom 10% of earners while delivering the most benefits to the top 10%. It also cuts billions from Medicaid and SNAP, and adds more than $3 trillion to the national debt.
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Voting History536 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
536 total votes
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-20 | H.R. 1223 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-20 | H. Res. 426 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-20 | H. Res. 426 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-19 | H.R. 1286 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-19 | H.R. 1263 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-15 | H.R. 2240 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-15 | H.R. 2255 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-14 | H. Res. 352 (119th) | Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-14 | H.R. 2243 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-05-14 | H. Res. 405 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-14 | H. Res. 405 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-14 | H.R. 2215 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-13 | H.R. 249 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-13 | H. Con. Res. 30 (119th) | Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-08 | H.R. 276 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-08 | H.R. 276 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-05-07 | H.R. 881 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-05-07 | H.R. 1503 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-06 | H. Res. 377 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-06 | H. Res. 377 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-05 | H.R. 36 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-05 | H.R. 530 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-05-01 | H.J. Res. 88 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-05-01 | H.J. Res. 78 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-30 | H.J. Res. 89 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-30 | H.J. Res. 87 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-29 | H.J. Res. 60 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-29 | H.R. 859 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-29 | H.R. 1442 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-29 | H.R. 1402 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-29 | H. Res. 354 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-29 | H. Res. 354 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-28 | S. 146 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-28 | H.R. 973 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-10 | H.R. 22 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-10 | H.R. 22 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-04-10 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Accept Senate changes | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-10 | H.R. 1228 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-10 | H.R. 1526 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-09 | H.R. 1526 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-04-09 | S.J. Res. 18 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-09 | S.J. Res. 28 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-09 | H. Res. 313 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-09 | H. Res. 313 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-08 | H. Res. 294 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-08 | H. Res. 294 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-07 | H.R. 1039 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-07 | H.R. 586 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-01 | H.R. 1491 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-04-01 | H. Res. 282 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
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.