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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

2 years

Fighting for working families is my life's work. It's why I joined the labor movement. And it’s why I just took an oath to serve the constituents of Illinois’ 13th Congressional District. Thank you for placing your trust in me to serve our communities. Let's get to work!

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

13 hours

Calling future tech leaders in #IL13 ! You're invited to submit your apps to the 2024 Congressional App Challenge. Visit to learn more!

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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In July, I was proud to help deliver $51 million for the @UofIllinois iFAB Tech Hub. It was great to join @US_EDA to mark the first step in this game-changing project that will unlock explosive growth and cement Central Illinois as our nation’s Silicorn Valley!

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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All students deserve a healthy learning environment. I'm thrilled that @OmniEP1 has been chosen for a #RenewAmericasSchools Grant to make critical energy upgrades in East Alton and Belleville schools that will improve air quality and decrease costs!

Omni Energy Partners

@OmniEP1

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📢BREAKING: Our team has been chosen for the 2024 #RenewAmericasSchools Prize & Grant! The @ENERGY investment will facilitate #energy improvements in #schools nationwide, saving money and safeguarding student health. Read more here: 📚🏫

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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Today is the first annual #988Day ! There's no shame in seeking mental health support - in fact, more than 10 MILLION people have reached out to the #988Lifeline for free, confidential help. Let's keep working together to break the stigma and share these life-saving resources.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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Clean Energy 🤝Union Jobs As a co-chair of the @SEEC Climate Jobs Task Force, I’m working to bring labor and environmental groups together to usher in the clean energy transition while supporting good-paying 21st century jobs in Central and Southern Illinois!

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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It's been 15 years since the last increase in the federal minimum wage - that's unacceptable. I'm proud to support the #RaiseTheWage Act because ALL workers deserve to make a living wage.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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🚨Attention Central and Southern Illinoisans: our next state flag could be designed by YOU! Visit to learn more about how you can showcase your Illinois pride by submitting a design!

Secretary Alexi Giannoulias

@ILSecOfState

13 days

For the first time in more than half a century, Illinois is getting a new state flag and we’re asking for your help! Beginning Sept. 3, the Illinois Flag Commission will begin accepting submissions for a new flag design. Visit to learn more.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. If you are struggling - please know that you are not alone, and that help is available. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential help 24/7.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

6 days

My heart breaks for the victims, their families and the entire Apalachee High School community following today's horrific shooting. All students deserve a safe place to learn and we must do more to prevent this senseless violence that has become all too common in our country.

ABC News

@ABC

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BREAKING: At least four people were killed in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, on Wednesday morning, multiple law enforcement sources told @ABC News. Read more:

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

8 days

The middle class built America, and unions built the middle class. This #LaborDay let's celebrate the proud history of the labor movement and keep up the fight to build a future that puts working people first. ✊

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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Ensuring U.S. Steel remains American-owned and operated is essential to protect good-paying jobs and strong labor standards for tens of thousands of steelworkers across the country - including in Granite City. Thank you @VP for standing up for our steelworkers!

Josh Wingrove

@josh_wingrove

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NEW: Vice President Kamala Harris will say today that US Steel should remain domestically owned and operated, her first comments on the proposed sale to Japan's Nippon Steel.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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As a @UFCW member and vice chair of the @Labor_Caucus , I know there’s no better way to celebrate #LaborDay than by protecting the right to organize. I’m proud to support the #PROAct to ensure ALL workers can stand up for higher pay, better benefits and safer working conditions!

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

8 days

Happy #LaborDay ! Today, we honor workers and celebrate the hard-won accomplishments of the labor movement – like the 8-hour workday and 5-day workweek. I’ll always fight to protect the right to organize and create good-paying union jobs for folks in Central & Southern Illinois!

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

9 days

I'm heartbroken to learn that Hamas has brutally murdered six innocent hostages - including American citizen Hersh Goldberg-Polin. My thoughts are with his family as they grieve this terrible loss, and I echo calls for a deal to ensure the safe return of all remaining hostages.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

10 days

Today is Overdose Awareness Day, where we remember those we've lost to overdose and acknowledge its impact on our communities. In Congress, I'm committed to working across the aisle to #EndOverdose , including by passing my HANDS Act to increase access to lifesaving naloxone.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

11 days

From prescriptions to letters from loved ones, mail is essential for folks to stay connected. Postmaster DeJoy has no business slowing service in areas already struggling to receive mail on time - including rural communities in Central & Southern Illinois.

USPS Issues Plan to Slow Rural Mail Delivery

The U.S. Postal Service appears to be robbing resources from one sector of their customer service to help expedite service for another. According to a report from the Washington Post, top USPS offi…

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

11 days

From first responders to teachers, public employees are the backbone of our communities - and they deserve a voice on the job. I'm proud to support @RepCartwright 's Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act to safeguard the right to organize for these hardworking Americans!

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski

@RepNikkiB

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Folks in Downstate Illinois know the devastating impact of flooding and severe weather all too well. I was proud to work with @SenatorDurbin and @SenDuckworth to secure $119K for programs at @UofIllinois that help prepare our communities to respond when natural disasters strike.

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