Illinois State Senate District 14

Current seat holder: Emil Jones.

Emil Jones

Emil Jones is the incumbent Democratic member of the Illinois State Senate representing District 14, having assumed office in 2009, and is running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Jones' professional experience includes working as an administrator of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Jones is the grandson of former Senate President Emil Jones II, who retired in 2008.

· Official legislative page

Campaign site

“SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Emil Jones III successfully led a resolution to rename a portion of I-55 in honor of late State Trooper Clay M.” (Campaign website (senatoremiljones.com))
“With our legislative work already underway, I’m dedicated to ensuring Illinois’ education and health care systems are put first this budget season.” (Campaign website (senatoremiljones.com))
“Thank you for visiting my legislative website. It is my honor to serve the citizens of the 14th Senate District in the Illinois General Assembly.” (Campaign website (senatoremiljones.com))

Brian Skala

Brian Skala Skala advanced from the Republican primary on March 17, 2026 to qualify for the general election ballot in Illinois State Senate District 14.