Justin Cochran
Justin Cochran (Democratic Party) is a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing District 55. Cochran assumed office on December 30, 2025. Cochran's current term ends on January 13, 2027.
Cochran (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives to represent District 55. Cochran is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on March 17, 2026.[source]
Democratic committee members for Illinois House of Representatives District 55 appointed Cochran to the Illinois House of Representatives District 55 on December 30, 2025 to replace Martin J. Moylan (D).[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Illinois House of Representatives elections, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on March 17, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Democratic primary
Democratic primary for Illinois House of Representatives District 55
Incumbent Justin Cochran (D) is running in the Democratic primary for Illinois House of Representatives District 55 on March 17, 2026.
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Martin J. Moylan (D)
Republican primary
Republican primary for Illinois House of Representatives District 55
Joseph Johnson (R) is running in the Republican primary for Illinois House of Representatives District 55 on March 17, 2026.
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Campaign themes
2026
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
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| Preceded by Martin J. Moylan (D) |
Illinois House of Representatives District 55 2025-Present |
Succeeded by - |
