Illinois

Governor
J.B. Pritzker (Democratic)

Population
12.72 million

Number of Senators
2 U.S. Senators

Number of Representatives
17 U.S. House members

Illinois became the 21st state on December 3, 1818. Its civic identity includes Chicago, downstate agriculture, manufacturing, transportation networks, labor history, immigration, and a long role in national politics. State government is centered in Springfield.

Overview

Illinois became the 21st state on December 3, 1818. Its civic identity includes Chicago, downstate agriculture, manufacturing, transportation networks, labor history, immigration, and a long role in national politics. State government is centered in Springfield.