U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski representing Illinois' 13th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski representing Illinois' 13th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Nikki Budzinski, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Illinois' 13th district, shared several updates on February 14, 2025, regarding her legislative priorities and community engagements.
In a tweet posted at 14:22 UTC, Rep. Budzinski expressed her commitment to educational initiatives. She stated, "We're fighting for students with special needs, for community college programs, for hardworking educators and for the idea that EVERY child should get a good education."
Later in the day at 19:28 UTC, Rep. Budzinski announced a legislative effort concerning a national holiday. She tweeted about her collaboration with Rep. Dave Joyce to rename Presidents' Day. In her words, "What we know as 'Presidents' Day' is officially recognized as 'Washington's Birthday,' despite the fact that four presidents, including Lincoln, were born in February." She aims to honor each president born in this month through this initiative.
At 20:33 UTC, Rep. Budzinski shared her engagement with local leaders from Harristown and Forsyth. She noted her pride in working with them by saying, "It was great to meet with local leaders from Harristown and Forsyth today, including Mayor Deverell and Mayor Applebee! I'm proud to work alongside you on behalf of Macon County families."
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