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Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz

Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz

Democratic · Illinois · 2026 · Incumbent

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Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz is the Democratic candidate for Illinois House District 17 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the State Board of Elections' certified candidate list. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz is the sitting member, per the General Assembly's roster. Gong-Gershowitz is the sitting state representative for the 17th District and chairs the House Judiciary - Civil Committee. She is a human rights attorney who previously litigated at Winston and Strawn, per the General Assembly's roster. No campaign website was found as of September 7, 2026.

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