Napoleon B. Harris III
Democratic, incumbent
State Senator, 15th District
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Overview
Napoleon B. Harris III has served as state senator for Illinois' 15th District since 2013 and is the Assistant Majority Leader.1 He also serves as Supervisor of Thornton Township.2 He was an NFL middle linebacker and owns a Beggars Pizza in Harvey.3
His website notes he announced a $26 million effort to address food deserts and a program expanding Pell Grants for workforce training.4 He sponsored a 2021 law allowing student-athletes to earn compensation for their name, image, and likeness.5 He supported laws providing long-term veterinary care for retired police K-9s and requiring insurance coverage for peripheral artery disease screening.6 His campaign site says he has worked to expand telehealth services and reduce harsh school discipline penalties.5
Campaign money
- Reporting period
- April 1 to June 30, 2026
- Raised
- $50,235
- Cash on hand
- $348,532
| Source | Amount | Share of money raised |
|---|---|---|
| Small gifts ($150 or less) | $1,595 | 3% |
| Larger gifts | $46,340 | 92% |
| PACs, parties and other campaign committees | $2,300 | 5% |
Large contributions reported since June 30, 2026: $26,000 in 12 gifts. See the large contribution reports.
Source: Illinois State Board of Elections filings for Friends of Napoleon Harris
Endorsements
Sources
- Napoleon Harris, III - Illinois General Assembly - Member, Illinois General Assembly. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Supervisor - Thornton Township, Thornton Township. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Napoleon B. Harris III, BallotReady. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Illinois State Senator Napoleon B. Harris, III, Napoleon Harris campaign. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Menu Pages - Illinois State Senator Napoleon B. Harris, III, Napoleon Harris campaign. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Illinois State Senator Napoleon B. Harris, III, Napoleon Harris campaign. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Illinois AFL-CIO 2026 Primary Election Endorsements, Illinois AFL-CIO. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Illinois Federation of Teachers | Vote, Illinois Federation of Teachers. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL ELECTION ENDORSED CANDIDATES, Chicago Federation of Labor. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- IUOE Local 150 Illinois Endorsements, General Election, November 3, 2026 (Cook County), IUOE Local 150. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.