Illinois State House District 66

Current seat holder: Suzanne Ness.

Suzanne Ness

Suzanne Ness is the incumbent Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives representing District 66, having assumed office in January 13, 2021, and is running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Suzanne Ness' career experience includes owning a business. Suzanne Ness currently serves as the State Representative for Illinois’ 66th House District.

· Official legislative page

Campaign site

“shopping local, connecting small business owners to covid-relief resources, joining local Chambers of Commerce, and attending 30+ ribbon cuttings in our community.” (Campaign website (citizensforsuzanneness.com))
Stay Connected with District 66: “Get the latest news, updates, and events happening across our community.” (Campaign website (citizensforsuzanneness.com))

Laurie Parman

Laurie Parman Parman advanced from the Republican primary on March 17, 2026 to qualify for the general election ballot in Illinois House of Representatives District 66.

Campaign site

“With a background in the study of public safety, it is no surprise that I am concerned about this for Illinois. I believe that certain elements of the SAFE-T Act make Illinois less safe, such as no cash bail, enabling certain drug offenses as misdemeanors.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2024))
“As I have knocked on over 1600 + doors during this campaign, I have developed a passion for families facing mental health challenges. I have been touched by the families who are facing some of the most difficult life circumstances that one could imagine.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2024))
“The loss of our beautiful 26 year old daughter in a head-on collision with a driver who never should have been on the road.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2024))