Southern Illinois News

In a June 28 Facebook post, Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harisburg) thanked his constituents for supporting him and electing him to the 117th District.

"Thank you to the voters of the 117th District for your support and the great Election Results tonight! I am honored for the continued opportunity to represent Southern Illinois and be your voice in Springfield. Thank you to my family, supporters, volunteers, and team for their hard work and dedication throughout this primary cycle," Windhorst posted.

Windhorst faces no opposition in November's general election.

Windhorst has served the 118th House District since 2019. Prior to that, he was elected State's Attorney for Massac County in 2004. 

Windhorst recently cheered the U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down New York's public carry law. "I am greatly encouraged by today's SCOTUS ruling in favor of the 2nd Amendment Right of individuals to carry concealed firearms outside of their personal residence for self-defense and personal protection," Windhorst said in a release posted on Facebook, describing the decision as a "win for personal safety and individual constitutional rights."

Windhorst announced his intention to run for the 117th in October 2021. He told the Marion Republican: "After dethroning a political dynasty in 2018, I went to work in Springfield to fight corruption, enact pro-growth policies, and push back against the Democrats' never-ending attack on our Southern Illinois values," Windhorst said. "I have amassed a rock-solid conservative voting record of opposing every single tax increase that came through the House, opposing any and all infringements on our Second Amendment rights, and defending the lives of the unborn. I look forward to providing Southern Illinois a conservative voice once again."