Sangamon Sun

Rep. Nikki Budzinski, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Illinois' 13th district, has been actively sharing her views and legislative efforts through social media. Her recent posts cover a range of topics from biofuels to federal workers and historical celebrations.

On February 16, 2025, Rep. Budzinski expressed her support for higher blends of biofuels, emphasizing their economic and environmental benefits. She stated that these fuels "help folks save money at the gas pump, reduce our dependence on foreign oil, cut carbon emissions and support critical markets for Illinois family farmers." Budzinski announced her role as co-leader of a bill aimed at securing year-round E15 availability. "Higher blends of biofuels help folks save money at the gas pump, reduce our dependence on foreign oil, cut carbon emissions and support critical markets for Illinois family farmers. I’m proud to co-lead the bill to secure year-round E15!"

Later that day, Budzinski highlighted her meeting with various federal worker unions including AFGE and NTEU. The discussion focused on resisting perceived attacks on civil servants by former President Trump. She remarked on the importance of federal workers in maintaining national operations: "Federal workers keep America running. It was great to meet with AFGE, NTEU, and other federal worker unions to talk about how we can push back against President Trump's attacks on civil servants in #IL13 and across the country."

On February 17, 2025, in recognition of Presidents' Day, Budzinski honored past American presidents for their contributions to strengthening the nation. She took pride in representing Springfield, the hometown of Abraham Lincoln: "On Presidents' Day, we celebrate each American president for their contributions that have made our union stronger. I'm proud to represent the hometown of a great leader and champion for freedom, equality and democracy: President Abraham Lincoln."