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State Senator in Illinois
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- June 15, 2026 - June 22, 2026
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State Senator
About this position
State Senators are members of the state's upper chamber, as part of the state's bicameral legislature. State senators are responsible for voting on: bills related to public policy matters, levels for state spending, raises or decreases in taxes, and whether to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
Position Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
$69,464/year + 151/per diem
Partisan Type
partisan
Election Frequency
Every 4 years, Every 2 years, Every 4 years
Eligibility Requirements
A candidate must be a United States citizen, at least 21 years old, and for the 2 years preceding his election or appointment a resident of the district which he is to represent
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is $0; signature requirements for established party candidates 1,000-3,000, for independent and new party candidates not less than 5% of the total number of persons who voted at the last regular General Election within the congressional district.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Illinois Board of Elections' office.
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