Pritzker announces run for re-election. Does Illinois have term limits for governor?
Gov. JB Pritzker announced his run for re-election in a June 26 news release, vowing at a Chicago rally today to "protect (Illinois') story."
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker speaks to supporters during his re-election campaign tour on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Chicago-Rockford International Airport in Rockford.
But how many terms are governors allowed to serve in Illinois? Is there a limit?
Here's what to know.
Does Illinois have a term limit for governor?
No, Illinois does not have a limit on the number of terms a governor can serve. It is one of 13 states without such a term limit.
Which states don't have term limits for governor?
- Washington
- Idaho
- Utah
- Minnesota
- Wisconsin
- Illinois
- Iowa
- Texas
- New York
- Connecticut
- Vermont
- New Hampshire
- Massachusetts
How long has Pritzker been governor?
How long is a governor's term?
The term of a governor in Illinois is four years.
