Representative Delia Ramirez, Democratic from Illinois

Delia Ramirez

Representative · Illinois · Democrat

Delia Ramirez

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Mr. Speaker, as you heard my colleague mention a few moments ago, it is clear that States with Republican Governors are more likely to have their disaster declarations approved than Democratic Governors. Now, if we look at the numbers, as you heard them mentioned just a moment ago, they are 80 percent to less than 60 percent, respectively. Do you know how I personally know this? Coming from the State of Illinois, when my State asked for Federal assistance from FEMA after terrible summer storms, they were denied. They weren't just denied once. They were actually denied twice.
On H.R. 1342··Share
Mr. Speaker, whether socialism, a Twitch streamer, working-class candidates, or immigrants, my colleagues believe that there is always a bogeyman to condemn. Let's get into it. What are the actual positions they feel that we must denounce today? Is it every family having access to affordable, quality healthcare, housing, or education; or is it maybe working people retiring with dignity; families earning enough from just one job so they can put food on their table, a roof over their head, and keep the lights on; or our dollars staying in our communities and not being used to bomb children and…
PROVIDING FOR THE CONDEMNATION AND DENOUNCEMENT OF SOCIALISM IN ALL ITS FORMS, A…··Share
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the extraordinary life and legacy of Beatrice Lumpkin, who passed away June 14, 2026, at the age of 107 years. Bea was the living, marching, fighting embodiment of solidarity forever. Many of us know Bea because of her unwavering commitment to worker power, civil rights, and educational justice. A Chicago Public Schools educator and leader with the Chicago Teachers Union, Bea was a fixture at marches, rallies, and picket lines across our city. She started her activism early. At the age of 9, she marched with striking textile workers.
HONORING BEATRICE LUMPKIN··Share
Biography
Delia Ramirez grew up in Chicago as the daughter of immigrants and began her career as a nonprofit director focused on housing and anti-poverty initiatives. Elected in 2022, she represents Illinois’s 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Ramirez prioritizes affordable housing, health care access, and immigrant rights, drawing on her community advocacy experience. She has introduced legislation to expand housing assistance and serves on the House Committee on Homeland Security. Ramirez approaches her work with a collaborative spirit, striving to amplify the needs of working families across her district.
Education
  • B.A. in Justice Studies, Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL
    2004
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2023-Present

    Representing Illinois's 3rd district

  • Member, Illinois House of Representatives

    2019–22

  • Deputy Director, Community Renewal Society

    2016–17

  • Campaign Manager, Common Cause

    2015

  • Executive Director, Center for Changing Lives

    2004–13

Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security19%
Immigration16%
International Affairs13%
Taxation6%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Delia Ramirez's record in Congress.

  • Affordable Housing Advocacy

    Championed legislation expanding affordable housing access and tenant protections in Illinois.

  • Medicaid Expansion for Immigrants

    Led efforts to extend Medicaid coverage to low-income undocumented seniors in Illinois.

  • COVID-19 Relief Funding

    Secured emergency relief funds for working families and essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Support for Homeless Services

    Sponsored bills increasing funding for homeless shelters and supportive services in her district.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Homeland Security
  • House Committee on Veterans' Affairs

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