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From My Office

Sep 19, 2025

Press

Budzinski Statement on Republican Budget Resolution

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) released the following statement after joining her Democratic colleagues in voting against the Republican Continuing Resolution. “From the start, Democrats have been clear about what we’re fighting for on behalf of the American people. If Republicans wanted Democrats to join them in passing a government funding package, they needed to […]

News and Announcements

Sep 15, 2025

Press

Budzinski Bills to Support Veterans Health and Education Access Pass House

Both pieces of legislation passed the house with unanimous, bipartisan support WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) announced that two of her bills, H.R.2034, the Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship Opportunity Act, and H.R.3767, the Health Professionals Scholarship Program Improvement Act, have passed the House of Representatives. “I’m excited to announce that two of my bills to support […]

Sep 14, 2025

Press

Budzinski Statement on the Passing of Governor Jim Edgar

SPRINGFIELD, IL — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) released the following statement on the passing of Former Illinois Governor, Jim Edgar. “Governor Edgar was a mentor, true public servant, and dear friend. He led Illinois with integrity, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to the people of our state. “As a graduate of the University of Illinois’ Edgar Fellows […]

Sep 12, 2025

Press

EAST ST. LOUIS: Budzinski Hosts Community Day Focused on Metro East Water Infrastructure

EAST ST. LOUIS, IL — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) hosted a Community Day in East St. Louis alongside Senator Tammy Duckworth and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The event focused on water infrastructure in the Metro East, providing an opportunity for residents to hear the latest progress on flood mitigation and prevention efforts and learn about the resources available […]

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Issues

Agriculture

As a native of Downstate Illinois and the Representative for some of our nation’s most productive farmland, Nikki is proud to serve on the House Agriculture Committee to give family farmers in Central and Southern Illinois an important seat at the table in Washington. In Congress, Nikki is focused on revitalizing rural America, protecting the farm safety net, maintaining critical nutrition programs and investing in conservation. You can learn more about the upcoming Farm Bill here.

Veterans

The grandchild of two World War II veterans, Congresswoman Budzinski understands the deep debt of gratitude owed to the men and women who’ve served our country. As a member of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, Budzinski is focused on ensuring every veteran in Central and Southern Illinois has access to the benefits they’ve earned and deserve.

Labor

A Trade Unionist and proud member of the labor movement, Nikki has spent her entire career standing up for working families. As the representative for thousands of labor households in Central and Southern Illinois, Nikki is fighting to strengthen unions, protect the rights of workers and invest in career and technical education opportunities across the Heartland.