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12th congressional district of Illinois

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12th congressional district of Illinois
12th congressional district of Illinois
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District12th

12th congressional district of Illinois is a congressional district that covers the southern tip of Illinois, including the cities of Carbondale and Marion. The district is currently represented by Mike Bost and includes parts of Jackson County, Williamson County, and Franklin County. The district also includes the Shawnee National Forest and the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge, which are managed by the United States Forest Service and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.

● Geography

The 12th congressional district of Illinois is located in the southern part of the state, bordering Kentucky to the southeast and Missouri to the southwest. The district includes all of Alexander County, Franklin County, Gallatin County, Hamilton County, Hardin County, Jackson County, Johnson County, Massac County, Pope County, Pulaski County, Saline County, Union County, and Williamson County, as well as parts of Jefferson County and Madison County. The district is home to Southern Illinois University and the MidAmerica St. Louis Airport, which is located near Belleville.

● History

The 12th congressional district of Illinois was established in 1865 and has been represented by several notable politicians, including Melvin Price, who served in the United States House of Representatives for over 40 years and was a member of the House Committee on Armed Services. The district has also been represented by Jerry Costello, who served as the chairman of the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology and was a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The district has been affected by several significant events, including the Great Mississippi Flood of 1927 and the Southern Illinois tornado outbreak of 2006, which caused widespread damage and required assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

● Elections

The 12th congressional district of Illinois has been a competitive district in recent elections, with Mike Bost defeating Bill Enyart in the 2014 election and Brenda Carter running as the Democratic nominee in the 2020 election. The district has also been targeted by several political action committees, including the National Republican Congressional Committee and the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. The district is considered a key battleground in the 2022 election, with Mike Bost facing a challenge from Chip Markel, a former United States Army officer.

● List of representatives

The 12th congressional district of Illinois has been represented by the following members of the United States House of Representatives: * Jehu Baker (1865-1869) * John McNulta (1873-1875) * William Spring Hubbell (1865-1867) * Jesse Hale Moore (1869-1873) * James C. Robinson (1871-1873) * Melvin Price (1945-1988) * Jerry Costello (1988-2013) * Bill Enyart (2013-2015) * Mike Bost (2015-present)

● Demographics

The 12th congressional district of Illinois has a diverse population, with a mix of urban and rural areas. The district is home to several major employers, including Southern Illinois Healthcare, Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. The district also has a strong presence of labor unions, including the United Mine Workers of America and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. The district is served by several major highways, including Interstate 57 and Interstate 64, and is home to several institutions of higher education, including Southern Illinois University and John A. Logan College.

● Maps

The 12th congressional district of Illinois can be found on several online mapping platforms, including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap. The district is also mapped by the United States Census Bureau and the Federal Election Commission. The district's boundaries can be viewed on the website of the Illinois General Assembly and the National Atlas of the United States. The district is also included in the Congressional Districts of Illinois map, which is published by the Illinois Secretary of State. Category:Congressional districts of Illinois

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