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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 — 618
Yes48%
No51%
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 · 210 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 17(source)
Yesterday, I delivered the keynote at National Clean Energy Week's Policymaker's Symposium. My message is clear: the path to lower energy costs and a cleaner future runs through grid modernization, expanded LIHEAP, year-round E15, and smarter permitting. It's what working families need right now.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 17(source)
Yesterday I sat down with the American Bakers Association to talk about what their members are dealing with right now. A commercial bakery is only as stable as the ingredients coming in the door — and right now, tariffs are driving up those costs at every step of the supply chain.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 17(source)
Happy Constitution Day! It's a reminder of what this democracy is built on and what we have a responsibility to protect. It takes people showing up, doing the work, and refusing to look the other way when those principles are tested.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 17(source)
Our team is traveling across the district today for monthly traveling office hours! Whether you need help with a passport, Social Security issue, or navigating a federal agency — we're here for you. Stop by and see us!
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 16(source)
The Constitution is clear — only Congress can declare war. The House passed the War Powers Resolution 220-204 — for the third time and with the most bipartisan margin yet, with seven Republicans crossing party lines.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 16(source)
I sat down with folks from the Illinois Auto Dealers Association about vehicle affordability, trade policy, and what customers in IL-13 are dealing with. The tariff situation with Canada is making new vehicles more expensive. That's a real problem for families and for dealers alike.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 16(source)
Yesterday, the House passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act – a win for public safety. AM radio, powered by our local broadcasters, is a critical part of our Emergency Alert System. When disasters strike and other communications fail, people tune into AM radio to stay safe and informed.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 16(source)
It's always great meeting with the Illinois Farm Bureau. Illinois farmers are the backbone of this state's economy — and right now they're dealing with a lot. We talked trade, the Farm Bill, biofuels, and what it's going to take to get through a tough farm economy.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 16(source)
More than 1.2 million children have lost SNAP benefits in the past year. The Big Ugly Law added more barriers — stricter work requirements, more paperwork, more hoops to jump through. As a direct result, more kids are going to school hungry. We're fighting to reverse that.
More than 1.2 million children have lost SNAP benefits since last July. Experts explain why
Experts say that the drop is a cause for worry, and that it’s unlikely that the need for food assistance has dropped.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 16(source)
Do you have questions about how my office can help you navigate the federal government, like passports and Social Security issues? Stop by our mobile office hours tomorrow! Details below:
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 16(source)
Harvest season is here — and Illinois farmers are heading into the fields paying record prices for diesel - up more than 60% from last year. Diesel powers combines, tractors, and grain dryers. The Iran war is driving this — and our farmers are absorbing every bit of it.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 15(source)
Today is National Voter Registration Day! There's no better time to make sure you're ready to vote. Your vote is your voice and your voice matters. Check your registration status today and make sure everyone you know is ready to make their voice heard in November. 🗳️ vote.gov/register
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Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 15(source)
Today marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, where we celebrate the rich history, vibrant culture, and countless contributions of Latino Americans who have helped shape this country into what it is today. This month and every month, we honor and uplift our Latino community.
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 13(source)
The Enjoy Illinois 300 is one of the best events we host right here in the district — and it never disappoints! Great to see so many fans come out and celebrating. 🏁
Nikki Budzinski@budzinski.house.govSep 12(source)
I met with my agriculture advisory council in Champaign yesterday to talk about the challenges they’re facing — an understaffed FSA, collapsed Canada trade deals, biofuel policy uncertainty, and another Farm Bill expiration in three weeks.
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Voting History
618 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.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2025-01-21H.R. 186 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-16H.R. 30 (119th)Final passageYESNO✕↔Passed
2025-01-16H.R. 30 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-01-15H.R. 33 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-15H.R. 144 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-15H.R. 164 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-14H.R. 28 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-01-14H.R. 28 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-01-14H.R. 153 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-14H.R. 152 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-13H.R. 192 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-09H.R. 23 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-01-07H.R. 29 (119th)Final passageYESNO✕↔Passed
2025-01-03H. Res. 5 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-01-03H. Res. 5 (119th)Motion to Commit with InstructionsYESYES✓Failed
2025-01-03H. Res. 5 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-01-03—Election of the SpeakerNOT_VOTING——Johnson (LA)
2025-01-03—Call by StatesPRESENT——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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