State senators write Illinois law, pass the state budget, and confirm appointments. Mike Simmons, a Democrat, represents the Far North Side (Edgewater/Rogers Park/Uptown). He is the first openly LGBTQ member of the Illinois Senate.
Mike Simmons
| Office | State Legislature |
|---|---|
| Office | Illinois State Senator, 7th District — State of Illinois — State Senate; term to 2028 (not on the 2026 ballot) |
| Contact | Official Website |
| Verified | August 2026 |