Illinois's 51st House District is one of the 118 legislative districts in the Illinois House of Representatives. The district is located in the northeastern part of the state, primarily covering portions of Lake County.
Geography The 51st House District located in Chicago's north suburbs, includes all or parts of Hawthorn Woods, Long Grove, Lake Zurich, Deer Park, Kildeer, Palatine, Rolling Meadows, Hoffman Estates, and Schaumburg. The district is largely suburban and is known for its residential neighborhoods and business districts.
History The boundaries of the 51st House District have shifted over time due to redistricting following the decennial United States Census. Historically, the district has been considered politically competitive, with representation from both major parties.
Representatives The following individuals have served as the elected representatives for Illinois's 51st House District:
Name Party Term Robert W. Churchill Republican 1993–2003 Ed Sullivan Jr. 2003–2017 Nick Sauer 2017–2018 Helene Miller Walsh 2018–2019 Mary Edly-Allen Democratic 2019–2021 Chris Bos Republican 2021–2023 Nabeela Syed Democratic 2023–present
Elections Elections for the Illinois House of Representatives are held every two years. The district has seen competitive races, with shifts in political control reflecting broader state and national trends.
See also Illinois General Assembly Illinois House of Representatives
References
External links Illinois General Assembly Official Site Rep Syed's Official Website Rep Syed's Gerneal Assemley Profile