The idea that veterans who fought and sacrificed for our country would face deportation is shameful. We’re demanding answers from the Trump administration about what they’re doing to prevent unjust veteran deportations and ensure noncitizen vets can access the VA benefits they’ve earned.
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.
USPS is a lifeline in rural communities, but lagging delivery rates have meant delayed prescriptions, late bills, missed paychecks, and more. We must do better.
I was glad to bring together local leaders today to talk about how we can improve the postal service for Central and Southern Illinois.
The National Soybean Germplasm Collection, housed at the University of Illinois, is essential to Illinois’ ag economy and food security worldwide. It’s hard to overstate the significance of their work – yet President Trump’s budget proposed cutting its funding altogether. We can’t let that happen.
Happy Birthday USPS! For 250 years, the Postal Service has kept our communities connected, and it’s more important than ever to stand up for the efficient, reliable, and affordable mail delivery Americans deserve.
I was glad to join the Illinois Municipal League board meeting today to speak with mayors about our shared work on behalf of our constituents. As we face increasing uncertainty about federal funding, I will always fight to ensure #IL13 receives the resources it deserves.
Today we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act! This landmark law enshrined the rights of folks with disabilities – a huge step forward in building a nation that is inclusive and accessible to all.
Since taking office, the Trump administration has launched relentless attacks on the LGBTQ+ community – including ending the 988 lifeline for LGBTQ+ youth. I visited Uniting Pride in Champaign today to talk about ways we can fight back and keep uplifting our LGBTQ+ friends and neighbors.
Today, I held a House Veterans Affairs Committee field hearing in Urbana where we talked about the unique challenges rural veterans face accessing the care and benefits they’ve earned. Thank you to Congressman Tom Barrett and all our witnesses for participating in this important conversation!
After pushing for this schedule change, it’s great to see the early morning American Airlines flight from Springfield to Chicago returning to the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport this fall! This new route will support local business, grow our economy, and connect our region with more opportunities.
I had the chance to tour the air traffic control tower at Lambert Airport with @repwesleybellmo.bsky.social! It was great to meet with NATCA members and hear about their work keeping the flying public safe, especially as federal employees face staffing challenges in the new administration.
Before I head back to Illinois for our August district work period, I wanted to recap all the ways President Trump and Republicans in Congress have abandoned working families this summer ⬇️
It’s been 16 years since the last increase in the federal minimum wage – that’s unacceptable.
It’s time for every worker in America to be paid what they deserve for a hard day’s work. It’s time to raise the wage.
The Supreme Court has given the Trump administration the green light to fire nearly half of the Department of Education – so what does this mean for public schools, student loans, and special education? Check out my conversation with Amanda where I answer this question and more ⬇️
I’m excited to announce that three of my bills passed out of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee! Our veterans should be given every tool they need to succeed in civilian life – and these pieces of legislation are designed to do just that.
This week, @laborcaucus.house.gov held a meeting with the International Longshore and Warehouse Union International President Bobby Olvera Jr. The 40,000 members of the ILWU are the backbone of America’s supply chain, and we had a great conversation today about how we can support them in Congress.
Last summer, the Supreme Court issued an unprecedented decision shielding the president from criminal prosecution. In America – where all are created equal – no one is above the law. I joined @Morelle.house.gov to introduce a constitutional amendment to end absolute immunity for presidents.
The numbers are in. According to experts at the nonpartisan CBO, the Trump tax package will:
❌Kick 10 MILLION Americans off their health insurance
📈Add $3.4 TRILLION to the national debt
💰Hand out massive tax breaks to billionaires
It’s a big, ugly ripoff of working families.
Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, we’ve seen the devastating impacts of extreme abortion bans in states across the country: women being denied lifesaving care and doctors living in fear. We need to pass the Women’s Health Protection Act to restore reproductive rights for all.
Last week, Republicans in Congress greenlit President Trump’s cuts to local broadcasting, lifesaving international aid, and other important programs. It’s a complete abdication of Congress’ power to direct spending and a signal to Trump that there are no checks on his power. Shameful.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | H.R. 2659 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-11-17 | H.R. 1608 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-11-13 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Accept Senate changes | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-11-12 | H. Res. 873 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-19 | H. Res. 719 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-19 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-19 | H.R. 5371 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-18 | H.R. 1047 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-18 | H.R. 3015 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-18 | H.R. 3062 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H. Res. 713 (119th) | Kill the motion | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H.R. 5143 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H.R. 5125 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H. Res. 722 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-17 | H. Res. 722 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H.R. 5140 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H.R. 4922 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H.R. 2721 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H. Res. 707 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-16 | H. Res. 707 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-15 | H.R. 3400 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-15 | H.J. Res. 117 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-11 | H.R. 3486 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-11 | H.R. 3944 (119th) | Instruct negotiators | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-09 | H. Res. 682 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-09 | H. Res. 682 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-08 | H.R. 3425 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-08 | H.R. 3424 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (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.