Marsia Geldert-Murphey
Marsia Geldert-Murphey (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Illinois State Senate to represent District 56. She is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on March 17, 2026.[source]
Geldert-Murphey completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
Elections
2026
See also: Illinois State Senate 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 State Senate District 56
Marsia Geldert-Murphey (D) and Kevin Hall (D) are running in the Democratic primary for Illinois State Senate District 56 on March 17, 2026.
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Republican primary
Republican primary for Illinois State Senate District 56
Incumbent Erica Harriss (R) is running in the Republican primary for Illinois State Senate District 56 on March 17, 2026.
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Marsia Geldert-Murphey completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Geldert-Murphey's responses.
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- Infrastructure. District 56 has a proud history of creating jobs that make it possible for families to thrive close to home. We need leadership that understands how to continue building on that foundation, expanding opportunity for all and ensuring the next generation can stay, succeed, and contribute to the future of our communities. I’ve had the chance to be part of building the infrastructure in most of the communities in the District, and I want others to have those same opportunities, opportunities that spark growth in industries like clean energy, manufacturing, and logistics. These improvements don't just move goods, they move people forward.
- Education. Our communities thrive when our kids thrive. Supporting and investing in public education is one of the most powerful ways we can build a community where everyone has the chance to succeed. I’m committed to expanding access to high-quality early care and education, and fully funding school nutrition programs, because children thrive when they are nourished and ready to learn. Advocating for the kids and families of this district will help us build a safer, healthier, and more connected communities.
- Healthcare. Across this beautiful district people are weighed down by healthcare needs and access to care. Too many can't find the care they need or pay for it. Medicaid cuts are limiting where and when care can be delivered, if at all. I will fight for robust funding and essential reforms that protect access to care and ensure no one is left behind. Healthier families build stronger communities, where everyone has the opportunity to live with dignity and thrive.
I am also super passionate about LGBTQ+ rights. My eldest son and his wife are both trans. Another one of my sons is gay. The rights of queer people, especially the trans community, is always top of mind for me, and something I cannot and will not back down on. The trans community is under attack right now and I am proud to stand as a defender of and advocate for them.
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Campaign finance summary
Campaign finance information for this candidate is not yet available from OpenSecrets. That information will be published here once it is available.
See also
2026 Elections
External links
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