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Whiteside County, Illinois

Illinois House District 73

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2 candidates are tracked for Illinois House District 73 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Nicole Dopler and Ryan Spain. Candidate information follows official Whiteside County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

Nicole Dopler (Democratic), Ryan Spain (Republican) meet on the November 3 ballot; Ryan Spain is the sitting member, per the General Assembly's roster. Party nominees were chosen at the March 17 primary (plurality, no runoffs); independent and new-party candidates qualified by petition. The field is the State Board of Elections' 2026 General Election candidate list (status Active, read September 7, 2026). This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.

Nicole Dopler

Democratic

Nicole Dopler is the Democratic candidate for Illinois House District 73 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the State Board of Elections' certified candidate list.

Ryan Spain

Ryan Spain

Republican · Incumbent

Ryan Spain is the Republican candidate for Illinois House District 73 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the State Board of Elections' certified candidate list.

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Candidate roster from official Whiteside County Supervisor of Elections filings. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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