Richard J. Durbin is the Democrat U.S. Senator from Illinois, in office since 1997.
Current term began January 3, 2021. In the Senate since January 7, 1997.
Committee assignments
- Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
- Senate Committee on Appropriations
- Senate Committee on the Judiciary (Ranking Member)
Committee work shapes much of what happens in the Senate, from hearings to shaping bills before they reach the floor.
Term and next election
Richard J. Durbin holds a Class 2 seat in the United States Senate. Senators serve six-year terms, and the two seats in each state sit in different classes, so they are not up for election in the same year. This seat is next on the ballot in 2026, when voters across Illinois choose who fills it.
On the ballot November 3, 2026
Richard J. Durbin is not a candidate for this seat. These candidates are on the ballot:
- Juliana Stratton, Democratic
- Don Tracy, Republican
- Whitfield Harrington Jr, American Center Party
Source: Illinois State Board of Elections, general election candidate list, checked September 26, 2026. See all 35 Senate races.
Illinois
Richard J. Durbin is one of two U.S. Senators for Illinois, who represent the whole state rather than a single district. For the U.S. House delegation, see the Illinois congressional districts. To find your own House representative, use the home page lookup.
Washington office: 711 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
Frequently asked questions
When is Richard J. Durbin next up for election?
This seat is a Class 2 Senate seat, next up for election in 2026. Every voter in Illinois takes part in that race.
What committees does Richard J. Durbin serve on?
Richard J. Durbin serves on the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Senate Committee on Appropriations, Senate Committee on the Judiciary.
How do I contact Richard J. Durbin?
You can reach the office of Richard J. Durbin by phone at 202-224-2152 or through the official U.S. Senate website. The Washington office is at 711 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510.
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Last updated July 10, 2026.
Data last checked September 26, 2026.