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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

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U.S. Rep. for IL's 13th District. Proudly serving on @HouseAgDems & @VetAffairsDems for Central & Southern IL. Vice Chair for Policy @NewDemCoalition.

Illinois & Washington, DC
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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Federal clean energy tax credits are helping lower costs and create good-paying jobs right here in IL-13 — but time is running out for families and businesses to take advantage. From solar panels and heat pumps to EVs, you can see what savings are available to you here:.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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President Trump knows that unions give federal workers the power to stand up to him — that’s why he’s made it his mission to eliminate them. From food safety inspectors at USDA to VA nurses who care for our vets, we’re going to keep standing up against these attacks.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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It was great to participate in the Global Aerospace Summit hosted by Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois! We talked about sustainable aviation fuels, workforce development, and ways to grow Central and Southern Illinois as a leader in the aerospace sector.
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It was great to join IBEW and Ameren to talk union jobs, clean energy, and permitting reform at the annual LAMPAC Conference! Thanks for having me!
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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Yesterday, @RepJeffries and I heard directly from Springfield families about how they’re going to be impacted by cruel cuts in the Big, Ugly Bill. House Democrats will always stand up for our children's future – and that starts with defending programs like SNAP and Head Start.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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This week marked the 2nd anniversary of the Honoring our PACT Act! So far, this historic legislation has helped over 1.1 million toxic-exposed veterans and survivors get the benefits they deserve – and it’s not too late to apply! Visit to submit your claim.
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The PACT Act is a law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. This law helps us provide generations of Veterans—and their...
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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That’s why I’m going to keep fighting back. I won’t let anyone take away this hard-earned benefit from America’s seniors.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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And now, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has admitted that the Trump administration’s goal is to privatize Social Security altogether. Hardworking Americans know that Social Security isn’t a “scheme.” It’s a commitment that if you work hard and play by the rules, you can retire.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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Earlier this year, Elon Musk and DOGE officials called Social Security a “Ponzi scheme,” pushing to gut the workforce and shut down field offices across the country. His moves left our seniors reeling; uncertain what was going to happen to the benefits they earned through a.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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Today marks the 90th anniversary of Social Security – and I’m more determined than ever to protect this essential benefit that more than 2.3 million Illinoisans rely on. 🧵.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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Today, the United States grew stronger as 400 individuals took an oath to defend our Constitution and become U.S. citizens. America is, was, and always will be a proud nation of immigrants, and it is my honor to celebrate the dedication, resilience, sacrifice, and courage of
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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The Trump administration is targeting union workers across the federal government – ripping away their right to collectively bargain for fair wages, good benefits, and safe working conditions. We’re going to keep speaking out against this abuse of power.
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Collective bargaining is canceled, effective immediately, at both the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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Nothing can bring Sonya Massey back, but this legislation requiring stricter background checks for police officers offers important reforms that could save lives in the future. I applaud Governor Pritzker for signing the Sonya Massey Bill into law, and we will continue to fight.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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I’m thrilled to welcome @RepJeffries to Springfield today to talk about early childhood education. As we fight back against the Big, Ugly Bill which makes access to programs like Head Start more difficult, House Democrats are united in our mission to ensure every family has the
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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The Trump Administration's decision to strip collective bargaining rights away from the majority of VA employees will exacerbate the staffing shortage at VA and threaten vets' access to care and services. I wrote to VA to urge them to reverse course.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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RT @NewDemCoalition: New Dems have been getting out of DC and traveling to communities across the country to learn more about how we can cr….
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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Federal interference in local law enforcement doesn’t make us safer. Instead, the Trump Administration’s unlawful attacks on Illinois' immigration policies have caused fear, uncertainty, and distrust. The Illinois delegation is demanding that President Trump keeps his hands off.
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Senator Dick Durbin
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Illinois Democrats are united. The Trump Administration can’t bully us into changing our immigration policy.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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Year-round E15 brings vast benefits to consumers at the pump and to farmers across Central and Southern Illinois. We should be doing everything we can to expand access, not create barriers, which is why I’m joining @RepAdrianSmith, @SenAmyKlobuchar, and @SenJoniErnst to introduce.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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Huge congratulations to @UFCW and @RWDSU on bringing REI to the table to negotiate a collective bargaining agreement! I was proud to support their efforts by calling on REI execs to bargain in good faith, and I couldn’t be happier to see our union brothers and sisters secure this.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski
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It was great to have my entire team together in Springfield last week for a staff workshop! We had the chance to reflect on the past year and brainstorm new ideas so we are better equipped to serve you in DC and out in our communities.
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