U.S. House Illinois District 17 Primary

About This Race

The U.S. House Illinois District 17 Primary is a federal primary election held on June 16, 2026, to select the Democratic and Republican nominees for Illinois's 17th congressional district. The winner will go on to face the opposing party's nominee and any third-party candidates in the general election on November 3, 2026, for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Candidates

• Eric SorensenINC
• Joe McGraw

Important Dates

Election Date

June 16, 2026

Registration Deadline

May 13, 2026

Early Voting Starts

May 25, 2026

Early Voting Ends

June 13, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in Illinois, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old by election day, and a resident of your precinct for at least 30 days. Register online at the Illinois State Board of Elections website, by mail, or in person at your local election office by the deadline. Early voting is available at designated sites starting May 25, 2026, and you may vote in person on election day at your assigned polling place with a valid ID if required.