Nabeela Syed is a Democratic State Representative serving her second term for Illinois' 51st District in the Illinois House of Representatives. She represents communities including Palatine, Inverness, Barrington, Hoffman Estates, Rolling Meadows, Lake Zurich, Hawthorn Woods, Kildeer, Deer Park, Vernon Hills, and Long Grove. A lifelong resident of Palatine, Illinois, she made history in 2022 as one of the youngest members elected to the Illinois legislature at age 22. Notable achievements include passing legislation to cap prescription drug costs, expand breast cancer screening, secure paid leave for organ donors, and improve voting access for young people. She champions property tax relief, gun safety, healthcare affordability, and support for small businesses and housing opportunities. Syed previously worked in digital strategy for a non-profit, focusing on voter mobilization, ending sexual assault on college campuses, and promoting gender equity. She is currently running for Illinois State Senate in the 26th District.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Details on formal education are not specified in available public records.
• Political Experience: Elected in 2022 as State Representative for District 51; serving second term as of latest records. Prior non-profit experience in civic engagement. Candidate for State Senate, District 26.