Illinois's 14th Congressional District is located in the northern part of the state and includes parts of Kane, McHenry, and DeKalb counties. The district encompasses a mix of suburban and rural areas, with towns like Algonquin, Crystal Lake, and Batavia being notable communities within its boundaries. The district was created following the 2000 Census and has undergone several changes in its boundaries since then. It is represented in the U.S. House of Representatives, where the elected official serves a two-year term, focusing on issues relevant to the constituents in the district.