Ralph Black
Republican
State Representative, 44th District
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Overview
Ralph Black built companies in marketing, video production, and windows, and worked in auto parts manufacturing, including negotiating deals with partners in China and Mexico.1
He wants to lower property taxes, eliminate them for seniors over a certain age, and stop state tax increases.2 He supports local control in education and opposes state curriculum mandates.2 He supports law enforcement, term limits, fair maps, and voter ID.2 He opposes immigration policies he says strain taxpayers.2 At a gun rights rally, he said he supports "stand your ground" protections and the right to bear arms.3
Campaign money
- Reporting period
- April 1 to June 30, 2026
- Raised
- $3,849Of this, $993 came from the candidate.
- Cash on hand
- $3,619
| Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Small gifts ($150 or less) | $228 |
| Larger gifts | $2,581 |
| The candidate | $993 |
| Loans from others | $47 |
Source: Illinois State Board of Elections filings for Citizens for Ralph Black
Endorsements
- Schaumburg Township Republican Organization4Party
Sources
- About Ralph - Ralph Black for State Representative, Ralph Black for State Representative. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Ralph Black | BallotReady, BallotReady. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Gun owners take on the Illinois Capitol, Capitol City Now. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- Nov. 2026 General Election Voter Guide - Schaumburg Township Republican Organization, Schaumburg Township Republican Organization. Viewed Wednesday, October 7, 2026.