Martin McLaughlin
Republican, incumbent
State Representative, 52nd District
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Overview
Martin McLaughlin is a small business owner and pension manager who has represented the 52nd District since 2021.1 He was elected Village President of Barrington Hills in 2013; his campaign says he reduced the property tax levy by over 24%.2
He has proposed bills regarding the general homestead exemption amount and a senior property tax freeze.1 He supports increasing municipalities' share of state income taxes from 5% to 10% to provide alternative revenue.3 He has called for repealing the SAFE-T Act and says he will vote against tax increases.4 He introduced a bill to allow the recall of school board members.1 He says he proposed a state budget with over $5 billion in savings.5
Campaign money
- Reporting period
- April 1 to June 30, 2026
- Raised
- $33,664
- Cash on hand
- $193,213
| Source | Amount | Share of money raised |
|---|---|---|
| Small gifts ($150 or less) | $775 | 2% |
| Larger gifts | $26,275 | 78% |
| PACs, parties and other campaign committees | $6,519 | 19% |
| Other receipts | $95 | Under 1% |
Large contributions reported since June 30, 2026: $310,236 in 31 gifts. See the large contribution reports.
Source: Illinois State Board of Elections filings for Martin McLaughlin For State Representative
Endorsements
- National Federation of Independent Business Illinois PAC6
Sources
- Martin McLaughlin (R) - 104th General Assembly, Illinois General Assembly. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- About Martin, Martin McLaughlin campaign. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- State House District 52 candidates debate taxes, budget and AI, Chicago Tribune. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- 2026 Election Questionnaire: Martin McLaughlin, State Representative, 52nd District, Shaw Local. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- 2026 Election Questionnaire: Martin McLaughlin, Illinois State Representative, 52nd District, Shaw Local. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- NFIB Illinois PAC Announces 2026 Legislative Endorsements, NFIB. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.