Across central Illinois, families are working hard, but too many are still struggling to keep up with the cost of living. Jennifer knows this reality firsthand; she has lived the struggle too, and understands what it means when wages do not stretch far enough.

From groceries and gas to housing and childcare, everyday expenses are rising faster than wages. People should not have to choose between paying their bills and planning for their future.

Jennifer will fight to lower costs for working families, taking on price gouging, bringing down prescription drug prices, and making housing more affordable. She will support policies that grow good-paying jobs, strengthen local economies, and put more money back in people’s pockets.

She will also work to ease the burden of childcare and everyday expenses so families can get ahead, not just get by.

Jennifer believes if you work hard, you should be able to afford your life, and she is committed to making that a reality for families across the district.

We just marked the 250th birthday of the United States Army, and nearly 700,000 veterans call Illinois home. In central Illinois, we believe that when someone serves this country, we owe them real support, not empty promises.

I will work to expand access to VA healthcare, especially in rural communities where too many veterans face barriers to timely, quality care. I will strengthen caregiver support programs, address toxic exposures, and streamline the claims process so veterans can access the benefits they’ve earned without unnecessary delays.

I will fight to ensure the VA is fully staffed and properly funded, with a focus on critical services like mental health care and long-term care.

I will expand access to reproductive and fertility services, including IVF, and ensure women veterans receive care that reflects their specific needs.

I will prioritize support for veterans with service-related disabilities, as well as those facing challenges related to toxic exposure, housing insecurity, and homelessness.

In central Illinois, every student deserves a quality education, no matter their zip code.

But too many schools are underfunded, teachers are stretched thin, and students don’t always have access to the opportunities they need to succeed. Strong schools are the foundation of strong communities, and we need to treat them that way.

Jennifer will fight to fully fund our public schools and increase teacher pay so we can recruit and retain the educators our students deserve. She will invest in vocational and technical training programs, ensuring students have pathways to good-paying jobs, whether that’s college, the trades, or careers right here at home.

She will work to make sure every student has access to the resources, support, and opportunities they need to succeed.

Jennifer believes our students, teachers, and families deserve a representative who values education and is committed to building a stronger future for every child.

As a nurse, Jennifer Todd knows healthcare is personal, and in Illinois-15, too many families are being asked to pay more and get less.

Across our communities, people are struggling with rising prescription drug costs, fewer local providers, and rural hospitals that are stretched too thin. Families shouldn’t have to drive hours for care or choose between filling a prescription and paying their bills.

Jennifer will fight to lower prescription drug costs, including insulin, and take on the price gouging that puts lifesaving medications out of reach. She will work to protect and strengthen rural hospitals so families can get care close to home.

She will expand access to mental health services and invest in preventative care, because catching issues early saves lives and lowers costs. And she will defend and strengthen Medicare and Medicaid to ensure seniors, families, and vulnerable communities can access the care they need.

Jennifer believes healthcare should be accessible and affordable for every family because healthcare is a basic right, not a privilege.

Illinois’ 15th Congressional District is home to hardworking farmers who keep our communities running, and they deserve a representative who will stand up for them.

Across central Illinois, farmers are facing rising input costs, unpredictable markets, and increasing pressure on family operations that have been passed down for generations. They need stability, fair access, and a level playing field.

Jennifer will fight for fair trade policies that put American farmers first and expand access to agricultural markets so they can compete and grow. She will protect crop insurance programs that farmers rely on and support investments in sustainable, practical farming practices that strengthen both the land and long-term profitability.

She will also work to strengthen rural infrastructure, from roads and broadband to grain transport, so farmers can get their products to market efficiently and keep their operations moving.

Jennifer is committed to making sure family farms not only survive, but thrive for generations to come.