See where Windhorst stand on taxes, public safety and jobs. Names follow official Williamson County election filings.
Patrick Windhorst (Republican) is the only candidate on the November 3 ballot; Patrick Windhorst 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.
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This race. Elected by district: only voters who live in the district see this race on their ballot. The sitting officeholder, Patrick Windhorst, is on the ballot. One name is on the ballot for this seat.
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Windhorst served as Massac County State's Attorney before election to the Illinois House, and is now serving a third term representing the 117th District, per the campaign site.
Who is running for Illinois House District 117 in 2026?
One candidate is tracked for Illinois House District 117 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Patrick Windhorst. Candidate information follows official Williamson County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below. See where they stand on taxes, public safety and jobs.
When is the Illinois House District 117 election in Illinois?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Illinois are on the Illinois election hub at theballotbrief.com.
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Candidate roster from official Williamson County and state election office filings, last verified October 6, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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