Delia Ramirez

Democrat Representative of Illinois's 3rd district

Representative
Illinois, district 3
January 3, 2023 - January 3, 2025

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June 2, 1983 (41 years old)

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American politician serving as the U.S. representative since 2023
Served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 2018 to 2023
First Guatemalan American elected to the Illinois General Assembly
First Latina to represent Illinois in Congress
Raised in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood
Holds a Bachelor of Arts in justice studies from Northeastern Illinois University
Worked in leadership roles in social service agencies, nonprofit advocacy organizations, and local community organizations before entering politics
Advocated for stable housing, schools, reliable government, public safety, and justice reform
Opposed Chicago mayor’s plan for real estate transfer tax, advocating for funds to address homelessness and affordable housing
Sponsored legislation for a temporary moratorium on rent and mortgage payments during the COVID-19 pandemic
Led efforts to include Medicaid benefits for undocumented seniors in the budget bill, making Illinois the first state to do so
Named vice-chair of the Housing Committee in the Illinois House, introduced legislation to address housing issues during the COVID-19 pandemic
Does not oppose socialism or socialist policies
Voted in favor of removing U.S. troops from Syria within 180 days in 2023
Voted against the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023
Voted against a congressional resolution stating Israel is not a racist or apartheid state and reaffirming U.S. support for Israel
Committee assignments include Homeland Security and Veterans’ Affairs
Member of the Congressional Equality Caucus and Congressional Progressive Caucus
Married to Boris Hernandez, a DACA recipient
First United Methodist Latina in Congress