Illinois State Senate District 59

Current seat holder: Paul Jacobs.

Tamiko Mueller

Tamiko Mueller Tamiko Mueller earned a high school diploma from O'Fallon Township High School. She went on to earn a bachelor's degree in political science and graduate degrees in workforce education and public administration from Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

Campaign site

“I believe in supporting local unions and apprenticeships programs, and making sure families have affordable Health Care. I believe in Economic Development and Jobs that will support a living wage for residents, and creating jobs through infrastructure.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))

Paul Jacobs

Paul Jacobs is the incumbent Republican member of the Illinois State Senate representing District 59, having assumed office in June 17, 2026, and is running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Paul Jacobs served in the U.S. Jacobs' career experience includes owning an optometry practice and co-founding Von Jakob Winery.

· Official legislative page

Campaign site

“I am currently in my third term as your state representative. Due to Senator Dale Fowler's decision to not run for another term, I have decided to run for the Illinois Senate.” (Campaign website (jacobsforil.com))
“I look forward to continuing to work for and with my current constituents and to get to know the voters in my expanded senate district.” (Official campaign website)

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