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Another Enjoy Illinois 300 in the books — and what a race. The Metro East showed up in a big way, and the racing delivered every bit of it. This event keeps getting better. I'm already looking forward to next year. 🏁

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Illinois has lost 400 farms in the last year. Tariffs are driving up fuel and fertilizer costs, export markets are closing, and the President is focused on ballrooms. How does any of that make life more affordable for working families?

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A highlight from yesterday’s traveling office hours — sitting down with Staunton Mayor Craig Neuhaus. These conversations with local elected officials are how we make sure the work we do in Washington actually reflects what's happening on the ground in our communities.

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79 years ago today, the United States Air Force was established as its own branch of the military. Since then, American airmen and women have defended our skies and projected strength around the world.

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I’m deeply honored to receive the 2026 Congressional Champion Award from the National Oilseed Processors Association.

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It was great to meet with representatives from the Illinois Credit Union League. Credit unions are the kind of financial institutions that keep communities strong — member-owned, and making sure they have the tools to serve families across Central Illinois matters to me.

Yesterday, I delivered the keynote at National Clean Energy Week's Policymaker's Symposium. My message is clear: the path to lower energy costs and a cleaner future runs through grid modernization, expanded LIHEAP, year-round E15, and smarter permitting. It's what working families need right now.

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Yesterday I sat down with the American Bakers Association to talk about what their members are dealing with right now. A commercial bakery is only as stable as the ingredients coming in the door — and right now, tariffs are driving up those costs at every step of the supply chain.

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Happy Constitution Day! It's a reminder of what this democracy is built on and what we have a responsibility to protect. It takes people showing up, doing the work, and refusing to look the other way when those principles are tested.

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Our team is traveling across the district today for monthly traveling office hours! Whether you need help with a passport, Social Security issue, or navigating a federal agency — we're here for you. Stop by and see us!

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I sat down with folks from the Illinois Auto Dealers Association about vehicle affordability, trade policy, and what customers in IL-13 are dealing with. The tariff situation with Canada is making new vehicles more expensive. That's a real problem for families and for dealers alike.

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It's always great meeting with the Illinois Farm Bureau. Illinois farmers are the backbone of this state's economy — and right now they're dealing with a lot. We talked trade, the Farm Bill, biofuels, and what it's going to take to get through a tough farm economy.

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Do you have questions about how my office can help you navigate the federal government, like passports and Social Security issues? Stop by our mobile office hours tomorrow! Details below:

Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 15/09/2026

Harvest season is here — and Illinois farmers are heading into the fields paying record prices for diesel - up more than 60% from last year. Diesel powers combines, tractors, and grain dryers. The Iran war is driving this — and our farmers are absorbing every bit of it.

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Today marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, where we celebrate the rich history, vibrant culture, and countless contributions of Latino Americans who have helped shape this country into what it is today. This month and every month, we honor and uplift our Latino community.

Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 13/09/2026

The Enjoy Illinois 300 is one of the best events we host right here in the district — and it never disappoints! Great to see so many fans come out and celebrating. 🏁

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 12/09/2026

I met with my agriculture advisory council in Champaign yesterday to talk about the challenges they’re facing — an understaffed FSA, collapsed Canada trade deals, biofuel policy uncertainty, and another Farm Bill expiration in three weeks.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 11/09/2026

Yesterday, I spoke at the Alliance of Illinois Community Foundations annual meeting today in Champaign.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 11/09/2026

Today is a solemn day for our nation. 25 years later, we continue to honor the memory of the 2,977 Americans who were killed in this horrific act of terrorism and thank the brave first responders who sacrificed so much to save lives that day. #NeverForget

Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 09/09/2026

I’m proud to be among the Democrats leading the way in bringing federal dollars back home to our district. These investments are strengthening water infrastructure, improving public safety, supporting community health, and keeping our communities competitive.