Celina Villanueva is a member of the Illinois State Senate, representing District 12. She assumed office on January 11, 2023. Her current term ends on January 13, 2027. Villanueva is running for re-election to the Illinois State Senate to represent District 12. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 17, 2026.