Sangamon Sun

Rep. Nikki Budzinski, a U.S. Congresswoman representing Illinois' 13th district and an alumna of the University of Illinois, engages her constituents through various tweets highlighting areas of interest and legislative initiatives. Budzinski, who has been serving since she replaced Rodney Davis in 2023, often uses social media to communicate crucial information.

In a tweet on April 9, 2025, Rep. Budzinski reminded her constituents in IL-13 to "Make sure you're signed up for my newsletter!" She indicated that some important news would be shared that week, emphasizing the significance of staying informed through her updates.

On April 10, 2025, she raised concerns about voting challenges, specifically regarding the SAVE Act. Budzinski questioned, "Did you change your name when you got married?" attributing the potential difficulties this Act could create for individuals trying to vote.

Later the same day, Budzinski expressed worries over the impact of certain threats to agriculture in Illinois. She noted that "DOGE is a serious threat to our farmers." Collaborating with the League of Conservation Voters (@LCVoters), she highlighted ongoing efforts to preserve critical conservation programs, which aim to aid Illinois growers and producers in enhancing yields, minimizing costs, and safeguarding the environment.

Budzinski, born in Peoria in 1977 and currently residing in Springfield, continues to actively represent her district while prioritizing issues significant to her constituents, such as agriculture and voting rights.