Michael Unes
Michael Unes (Republican Party) was a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing District 91. Unes assumed office in 2011. Unes left office on January 13, 2021.
Unes (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives to represent District 91. Unes won in the general election on November 6, 2018.
Unes was considered a potential candidate for the special election to Illinois' 18th Congressional District following the resignation of Rep. Aaron Schock. However, he decided not to seek election to the seat.[1][2]
Biography
Unes earned his bachelor's from Bradley University in 1996. His professional experience includes working as Director of Recruitment and Network Administrator for Heinold-Banwart.
Committee assignments
2019-2020
Unes was assigned to the following committees:
- Museums, Arts, & Cultural Enhancements Committee
- House Financial Institutions Committee
- International Trade & Commerce Committee
- Veterans' Affairs Committee
- Transportation: Vehicles & Safety Committee
- House Insurance Committee
2017 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:
| Illinois committee assignments, 2017 |
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| • Health & Healthcare Disparities |
| • Insurance: Health & Life |
| • Insurance: Property & Casualty |
| • Mental Health |
| • Transportation: Vehicles & Safety |
| • Veterans' Affairs |
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Unes served on the following committees:
| Illinois committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Appropriations-Human Services |
| • Financial Institutions |
| • Human Services |
| • Insurance |
| • International Trade & Commerce |
| • Tourism & Conventions |
| • Transportation: Vehicles & Safety |
| • Veterans' Affairs |
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Unes served on the following committees:
| Illinois committee assignments, 2013 |
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| • Appropriations-Human Services |
| • Cities & Villages |
| • Economic Development |
| • Insurance |
| • International Trade & Commerce |
| • Small Business Empowerment & Workforce Development |
| • Transportation: Vehicles & Safety |
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Unes served on the following committees:
| Illinois committee assignments, 2011 |
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| • Aging |
| • Cities & Villages |
| • Insurance |
| • International Trade & Commerce |
| • Small Business Empowerment & Workforce Development |
| • Tourism & Conventions |
| • Transportation: Vehicles & Safety |
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2020
Michael Unes did not file to run for re-election.
2018
General election
General election for Illinois House of Representatives District 91
Incumbent Michael Unes defeated Carolyn Blodgett in the general election for Illinois House of Representatives District 91 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Michael Unes (R) | 63.9 | 22,902 | |
| Carolyn Blodgett (D) | 36.1 | 12,915 | ||
| Total votes: 35,817 (100.00% precincts reporting) | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Illinois House of Representatives District 91
Carolyn Blodgett advanced from the Democratic primary for Illinois House of Representatives District 91 on March 20, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Carolyn Blodgett | 100.0 | 6,319 | |
| Total votes: 6,319 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Illinois House of Representatives District 91
Incumbent Michael Unes advanced from the Republican primary for Illinois House of Representatives District 91 on March 20, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Michael Unes | 100.0 | 7,022 | |
| Total votes: 7,022 | ||||
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2016
Elections for the Illinois House of Representatives were held in 2016. The primary election was held on March 15, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was November 30, 2015.[3]
Incumbent Michael Unes ran unopposed in the Illinois House of Representatives District 91 general election.[4][5]
| Illinois House of Representatives, District 91 General Election, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican |  Michael Unes Incumbent (unopposed) | |
| Source: Illinois State Board of Elections | ||
Incumbent Michael Unes ran unopposed in the Illinois House of Representatives District 91 Republican primary.[6][7]
| Illinois House of Representatives, District 91 Republican Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican | Michael Unes Incumbent (unopposed) | |
2014
Elections for the Illinois House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on March 18, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was December 2, 2013. Chad Schmidgall ran unopposed in the Democratic primary, while Michael D. Unes ran unopposed in the Republican primary. Unes then defeated Schmidgall in the general election.[8][9][10][11]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Michael D. Unes Incumbent |
66.7% | 20,309 | |
| Democratic | Chad Schmidgall | 33.3% | 10,130 | |
| Total Votes | 30,439 | |||
2012
Unes won re-election in the 2012 election for Illinois House of Representatives District 91. Unes was unopposed in the March 20 Republican primary and defeated Jennifer Groves Allison (D) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[12][13][14]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Michael D. Unes Incumbent |
55.9% | 24,334 | |
| Democratic | Jennifer Groves Allison | 44.1% | 19,205 | |
| Total Votes | 43,539 | |||
2010
Unes ran unopposed in the February 2 Republican primary. Unes defeated incumbent Michael K. Smith (Illinois) (D) in the November 2 general election.[15]
| Illinois House of Representatives, District 91 (2010) | ||||
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| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Michael D. Unes (R)
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16,789 | 54.51% | ||
| Michael K. Smith (D) | 14,011 | 45.49% | ||
Unes was endorsed by the Chicago Tribune.[16]
Campaign finance summary
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2020
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2019
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In 2019, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 9 through December 31.
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2018
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In 2018, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 8 through May 31.
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2017
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In 2017, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 11 through May 31. There were also special sessions. The 1st special session was June 21-July 6. The 2nd special session was July 26-July 31. During the 3rd special session, the Senate met on August 13, and the House met on August 16. The 4th special session was on August 28-29. There was a veto session from October 24-November 9.
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2016
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In 2016, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 13 through May 31.
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2015
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In 2015, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 14 through December 7 (extended session).
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2014
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In 2014, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 29 through June 2.
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2013
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In 2013, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 9 through May 31.
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2012
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Personal
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Unes and his wife, Natalie, have four children. He served as president of the East Peoria Rotary Club, member of the Tazwell County Resource Center steering committee, and Vice Chairman of the East Peoria Mass Transit District Board.
Recent news
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See also
- Illinois House of Representatives
- House Committees
- Illinois State Legislature
- Illinois state legislative districts
External links
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Unes' campaign facebook
- Unes' twitter
- Profile from Open States
- Campaign contributions: 2012, 2010
Footnotes
- ↑ Chicago Tribune, "Darin LaHood, Brady could run to succeed Schock," March 17, 2015
- ↑ Journal Star, "Mike Unes won't run for Aaron Schock's House seat," March 20, 2015
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Election and Campaign Finance Calendar," accessed November 30, 2015
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Candidate list: General Election - 11/8/2016," accessed August 8, 2016
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Election results, General election 2016," accessed December 15, 2016
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Candidate Filing Search," accessed January 3, 2016
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Election Results: GENERAL PRIMARY - 3/15/2016," accessed August 8, 2016
- ↑ Illinois Secretary of State, "Official candidate list," accessed March 18, 2014
- ↑ Illinois Board of Elections, "General Primary Election Official Canvass," April 18, 2014
- ↑ Illinois Secretary of State, "Official general election candidate list," accessed March 18, 2014
- ↑ The Chicago Tribune, "Results List (Unofficial)," accessed November 5, 2014
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Candidate List," accessed December 5, 2011
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Official 2012 Primary Results," accessed May 14, 2014
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, “Official Vote - November 6, 2012 General Election,” accessed January 18, 2013
- ↑ Illinois Elections Division, "Illinois Official 2010 General Election Results," November 2, 2010
- ↑ Chicago Tribune endorsements (dead link)
- ↑ Citizen Action Illinois, "99th General Assembly Legislative Scorecard 2016," accessed July 11, 2017
- ↑ Illinois Parents of Adults with Developmental Disabilities, "2016 Illinois Community Living Report," accessed July 11, 2017
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| Preceded by Michael Smith (D) |
Illinois House of Representatives District 91 2011–2021 |
Succeeded by Mark Luft (R) |
