I just voted against House Republicans’ plan to hand out tax breaks for billionaires and corporations by cutting funding for Medicaid, SNAP and veterans’ benefits.
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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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 · 186 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
When a federal worker starts in a “non-career” role – like many postal employees – those first few years don’t count towards their retirement benefits. That’s not right. I joined @connolly.house.gov on a bill to close this unfair loophole & ensure they receive benefits for every year they’ve put in.
The House Republican budget risks cutting Medicaid benefits for 90,000 children in IL-13. I refuse to fund massive tax breaks for billionaires on the backs of working families. I stand united with House Democrats in opposing their plan.
I joined CNN This Morning to discuss President Trump’s reckless cuts to the federal workforce. This administration, in their rush to make decisions, are clearly making mistakes – like firing the experts at the CDC and USDA in charge of tackling the bird flu.
I don’t see how cuts to a historically understaffed VA won’t impact veterans. In my first hearing as Ranking Member of the Tech Mod Subcommittee, I highlighted my concerns with how slashing VA staff would make it harder to implement the Electronic Health Records Modernization Program.
I’m proud to stand in solidarity with lettercarriers.bsky.social who are standing up against Trump’s plans to privatize the postal service and fire the Postal Board of Governors. I will always fight for the hardworking men and women of the USPS.
Before I came to Congress, I worked for the IAFF – fighting to get firefighters higher pay and better benefits. I'm proud to introduce a bipartisan bill to safeguard the right of all first responders to form and join a union! budzinski.house.gov/posts/budzin...
Veterans shouldn’t have to face confusing forms & jargon when they apply for the benefits they’ve earned. My Clear Communications for Veterans Act would make this process easier by requiring the VA to eliminate over-complicated language from their communications with veterans.
It has never been more critical to fight for reproductive freedom. I'm working to safeguard access to critical care for women in Illinois and across the country.
Springfield native Senator Doris Turner has dedicated more than three decades to public service in Illinois. She has been a fierce advocate for education throughout her time in office, fighting to make college more affordable and ensure every child in Illinois has the opportunity to succeed.
Have you been impacted by President Trump’s executive actions? I want to hear from you. Visit my website to share your story: budzinski.house.gov/posts/seekin...
No matter where you live, you deserve access to high-quality health care. I'm proud to team up with Rep. David Kustoff to introduce the bipartisan Rural America Health Corps Act to help rural communities recruit and retain doctors, dentists, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
As a union member, I understand how important it is for workers to have a voice on the job. I'm proud to introduce bipartisan legislation to protect labor rights for first responders to be able to advocate for higher pay, better benefits and safer working conditions.
“I have nightmares about what’s going to happen to my children."
⬆️ That's what an East St. Louis teacher told the Belleville News-Democrat about Trump's plans to gut the Department of Education. We will not be silent while the president threatens our public schools. www.bnd.com/news/local/e...
85 years ago, the extraordinary John Lewis was born. I continue to be inspired by Congressman Lewis' legacy as the "conscience of Congress" and an unyielding champion for justice and equal rights.
The Postal Service isn’t a for-profit company. It’s a public good that millions of Americans—especially in Rural America—rely on for mail delivery.
This move by President Trump is another example of putting profits over working people. We will fight this.
Born and raised in the Metro East, Miles Davis was one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz. His unique sound and extraordinary skill as a trumpeter has inspired generations of musicians. #BlackHistoryMonth
This is disappointing news for St. Clair County, which is waiting on $89.5 million in disaster relief from this office.
The people this office serves are in urgent need of help to rebuild their lives — gutting it only makes their struggle harder.
Meeting with educators in the Metro East underscored how devastating Trump's plans to shut down the Department of Education would be for Illinois.
www.stlpr.org/education/20...
For too long, Big Pharma has manipulated the market to keep prices high for everyday Americans. My BLOCKING Act would end the unfair practice of "parking exclusivity" and help bring more low-cost drug options onto the market.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-24 | H.R. 4626 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-24 | H. Res. 1075 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-24 | H. Res. 1075 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-24 | S. 2503 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-24 | H.R. 6329 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-12 | H.R. 2189 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | S. 1383 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | S. 1383 (119th) | Motion to Commit | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.R. 261 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.R. 261 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.J. Res. 72 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.R. 3617 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.R. 3617 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-11 | H. Res. 1057 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H. Res. 1057 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H. Res. 1042 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-11 | H. Res. 1042 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-10 | H.R. 1531 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-09 | H.R. 6644 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-04 | H.J. Res. 142 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-04 | H.R. 4090 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-04 | H.R. 4090 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-03 | H.R. 7148 (119th) | Accept Senate changes | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-03 | H. Res. 1032 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-03 | H. Res. 1032 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-03 | H.R. 3123 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-02 | H.R. 980 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-22 | H. Con. Res. 68 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-22 | H.R. 6359 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-22 | H.R. 6359 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-22 | H.R. 7148 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-22 | H.R. 7148 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-22 | H.R. 7148 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-22 | H.R. 7147 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-22 | H. Res. 1014 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-22 | H. Res. 1014 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2026-01-22 | H. Res. 1014 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-21 | H.J. Res. 140 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-21 | H.R. 6945 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-21 | H.R. 6945 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-21 | H. Res. 1009 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-21 | H. Res. 1009 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-21 | H.R. 5764 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-20 | H.R. 5763 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-15 | H.R. 2988 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-15 | H.R. 2988 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-15 | H.R. 2988 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2026-01-14 | H.R. 7006 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-14 | H.R. 7006 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-14 | H.R. 7006 (119th) | Approve amendment | 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.