Illinois State House District 12

Current seat holder: Margaret Croke.

Paul Kendrick

Paul Kendrick Paul Kendrick has spent his life building brighter futures for young people and communities. Now he’s running to build a strong future for you.

· Campaign biography

Campaign site

“Standing up to a federal government intent on destroying our freedom” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“The best ideas don’t come from Springfield; they come from the people living in our communities every day. That’s why, on day one, I will establish local advisory councils on key issues, such as small business, public safety, education, and housing, to address the needs of the 12th District.” (Campaign website (paulforillinois.com))

Justin Kumar

Justin Kumar Justin Kumar earned a high school diploma from the University School of Milwaukee. He earned a graduate degree from Northwestern in 2002.

Campaign site

“We have to improve our infrastructure with bipartisan solutions.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“I am a local businessman who wants to make a difference in the community by working with the rest of the IL House of Representatives to solve problems and improve the quality of life here.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
Why I decided to step forward: “I decided to run because meaningful change requires action. This election is not about what I want; it’s about what our community needs — accountability, safety, opportunity, and leadership that is willing to stand up and do the work.” (Campaign website (kumarforil12.com))

Share this guide

Know someone voting? Send them this page.