Findings
Things worth a look on the 2026 candidates' campaign reports, checked against the Illinois Election Code. Each one quotes the rule it rests on and says what to check, including exceptions the reports can't show. They're prompts to look closer at public records, not conclusions.
In 2026, 67 of 321 candidates have something worth a look on their reports.
How the money was spent
Payments to the candidate, their home, and things the law restricts campaign money for.
Where the money came from
Sources over the contribution limit, contributions from abroad, and campaigns carried by party money.
Reporting
Reports and notices filed late or missing, and donor details left out.
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Context How the money was spent · John Curran State Senator District 41
$26,641.26 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (20)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2026-03-11 | $1,376 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2026-04-06 | $1,376 |
| Dick Wickstrom Chevrolet | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2026-02-20 | $1,375 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2026-05-20 | $1,375 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2026-06-01 | $1,375 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2026-06-22 | $1,375 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-01-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-02-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-03-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-04-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-05-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-06-23 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-07-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-08-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-09-22 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-10-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-11-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2025-12-22 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2026-01-21 | $1,313 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Campaign vehicle lease | 2026-02-23 | $1,313 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Mattie Hunter State Senator District 3
$20,604.49 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (21)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment Nov | 2025-10-22 | $999 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-08-07 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-12-09 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-01-07 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-02-09 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-03-09 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-04-07 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-05-07 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-06-09 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-07-07 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-09-09 | $989 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-01-07 | $971 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-02-07 | $971 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-03-07 | $971 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-04-08 | $971 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-05-07 | $971 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-06-09 | $971 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-07-08 | $971 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-08-07 | $971 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-09-08 | $971 |
| Toyota Financial Service | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-10-07 | $971 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Michael J Kelly State Representative District 15
$18,571.08 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (15)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-01-23 | $1,264 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-02-23 | $1,264 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-03-23 | $1,264 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-04-23 | $1,264 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-05-26 | $1,264 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-06-24 | $1,264 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-04-23 | $1,220 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-05-23 | $1,220 |
| Steamfitters Local 439 | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-06-23 | $1,220 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-07-23 | $1,220 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-08-25 | $1,220 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-09-23 | $1,220 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-10-23 | $1,220 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-11-24 | $1,220 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-12-23 | $1,220 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Anthony DeLuca State Representative District 80
$18,526.64 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (18)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Gillespie Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-06-12 | $2,038 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-01-04 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-02-10 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-03-09 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-03-30 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-05-06 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-06-01 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-06-29 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-08-05 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-09-03 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-09-30 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-11-05 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-12-12 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-01-11 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-02-06 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-03-05 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-03-30 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-05-05 | $970 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Marcus C Evans Jr State Representative District 33
$17,565 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (4)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-01-13 | $10,000 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-05-18 | $2,950 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-03-31 | $2,700 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-02-27 | $1,915 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Kim DuBuclet State Representative District 5
$14,616.04 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (15)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-02-05 | $3,648 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2026-02-04 | $900 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Lease | 2025-10-02 | $800 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Lease | 2025-12-04 | $800 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2026-03-03 | $785 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2026-04-01 | $785 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2026-05-01 | $785 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2026-06-02 | $785 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-09-02 | $780 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-03-25 | $760 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-04-23 | $760 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-06-02 | $760 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-07-01 | $760 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-11-05 | $758 |
| Advantage Acura of Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2026-01-07 | $750 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Fred Crespo State Representative District 44
$14,266.66 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (18)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-01-21 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-02-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-03-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-04-21 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-05-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-06-20 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-07-21 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-08-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-09-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-10-20 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-11-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-12-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-01-20 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-02-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-03-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-04-20 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-05-19 | $795 |
| Toyota | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-06-22 | $745 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Ram Villivalam State Senator District 8
$13,233.16 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (12)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-07-09 | $4,016 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-02-10 | $2,633 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-03-10 | $658 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-04-01 | $658 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-05-08 | $658 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-06-05 | $658 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-07-11 | $658 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-08-12 | $658 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-10-14 | $658 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-10-28 | $658 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-11-13 | $658 |
| Joe Rizza Lincoln | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-12-09 | $658 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Lakesia Collins State Senator District 5
$13,059.51 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (17)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-01-14 | $1,425 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-05-16 | $802 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-04-20 | $793 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-03-02 | $789 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-03-26 | $768 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-09-10 | $762 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-10-27 | $743 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-06-09 | $721 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-03-07 | $715 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-04-10 | $715 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-02-10 | $714 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-11-13 | $710 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-06-13 | $703 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-05-13 | $703 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-01-10 | $701 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-08-13 | $653 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-07-21 | $648 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Carol. Ammons State Representative District 103
$10,383.76 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (16)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Lease | 2025-05-16 | $696 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-01-23 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-02-24 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-03-24 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-04-28 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-05-21 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-06-23 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-07-24 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-08-26 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-09-23 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-10-28 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-11-05 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-12-22 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-01-26 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-02-20 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-03-30 | $646 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Jeff Keicher State Representative District 70
$9,777.72 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (8)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-01-08 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-02-10 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-03-10 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-04-07 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto Lease | 2025-05-07 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-06-09 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-08-09 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Lease payment Vehicle | 2025-09-23 | $1,104 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Joyce Mason State Representative District 61
$8,428.50 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (19)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-01-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-02-03 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-03-03 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-04-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-05-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-06-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-07-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-08-04 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-09-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-10-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-11-03 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-12-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-01-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-02-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-03-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-04-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-05-04 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-06-02 | $452 |
| Gillespie Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-12-15 | $288 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Sonya M Harper State Representative District 6
$8,335.78 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (17)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-01-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-02-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-03-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-04-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-05-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-06-24 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-07-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-08-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-09-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-10-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-11-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-12-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-01-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-02-24 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-03-24 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-04-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2026-05-26 | $490 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Lawrence M Walsh, Jr State Representative District 86
$7,548.53 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (11)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-07-21 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-08-19 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-09-18 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto Lease | 2025-12-19 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2026-01-22 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2026-02-19 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-03-19 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto Lease | 2026-06-22 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-07-21 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-08-19 | $686 |
| JP Morgan Chase | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-09-21 | $686 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Omar Aquino State Senator District 2
$5,997.08 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (10)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-02-25 | $601 |
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-03-25 | $601 |
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-04-25 | $601 |
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-05-27 | $601 |
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-06-25 | $601 |
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-07-25 | $601 |
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-08-25 | $601 |
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-09-25 | $601 |
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-10-27 | $601 |
| Joe Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2025-01-27 | $590 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Fran Hurley State Senator District 18
$5,000 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (1)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| McCarthy Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-09-09 | $5,000 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Ryan Spain State Representative District 73
$4,077.43 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (4)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-04-08 | $1,156 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-06-09 | $1,156 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-05-08 | $956 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Vehicle lease | 2026-09-23 | $809 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Brad Stephens State Representative District 20
$3,661.76 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (2)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2026-05-01 | $2,746 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-04-18 | $915 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Jay Hoffman State Representative District 113
$1,750 in payments described as tuition or school costs
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (1)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce | tuition or school costs | Leadership Belleville Tuition | 2025-09-01 | $1,750 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Maurice A West II State Representative District 67
$1,458 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (3)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Anderson's Rock River Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payments | 2025-10-15 | $486 |
| Anderson's Rock River Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2025-11-14 | $486 |
| Anderson's Rock River Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2025-12-15 | $486 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Thaddeus Jones State Representative District 29
$1,249.72 in payments described as clothing or laundry
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (3)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Sun Cleaners | clothing or laundry | Dry Cleaners | 2026-04-27 | $529 |
| Sun Cleaners | clothing or laundry | Dry Cleaning | 2025-12-02 | $405 |
| Sun Cleaners | clothing or laundry | Dry Cleaning | 2026-04-02 | $316 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Robert "Bob" Rita State Representative District 28
$750 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (1)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| GM Financial Leasing | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2025-04-06 | $750 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work