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2026 Naperville Fall Vaccine Clinic

Join State Senator Laura Ellman's Fall Vaccine Clinic, hosted in partnership with Jewel-Osco, on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 from 8am–12pm at the Fort Hill Activity Center, 20 Fort Hill Dr, Naperville, IL 60540. Vaccinations available include COVID-19, Flu, Hepatitis B, Pneumococcal, Shingles, and Tetanus-Whooping Cough. An appointment is required, so be sure to book online in advance: https://www.jewelosco.com/vaccinations/group-clinic/FortHillActivityCenter

2026 Glen Ellyn Fall Vaccine Clinic

Join State Senator Laura Ellman's Fall Vaccine Clinic, hosted in partnership with Jewel-Osco, on Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 11am–2pm at the Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center, 800 Saint Charles Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. Vaccinations available include COVID-19, Flu, Hepatitis B, Pneumococcal, Shingles, and Tetanus-Whooping Cough. An appointment is required, so be sure to book online in advance: https://www.jewelosco.com/vaccinations/group-clinic/AckermanFitness2026

Sept. 2026 Donation Drive

My office is collecting food donations throughout September 2026 for Hunger Action Month, benefiting the Glen House Food Pantry.

Donation boxes are located at the Lisle Recreation Center (1925 Ohio St, Lisle, IL 60532) as well as my district office (24W500 Maple Ave, Naperville, IL 60540).

Needed items include: boxed granola bars, trail mix, peanut butter, jelly, small snacks such as pretzels, chips, crackers, ramen and 100% fruit juice boxes.

For more information, contact (630) 601-9961 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Ellman champions new law aimed at reducing light pollution statewide

SPRINGFIELD – Artificial light at night is estimated to contribute to the deaths of hundreds of millions of migratory birds each year in the U.S., while also disrupting nocturnal wildlife and ecosystems, according to the National Audubon Society. State Senator Laura Ellman addressed these impacts with passing a new law aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing harmful outdoor lighting across Illinois.

“Light pollution is more than just an inconvenience: it impacts our health, disrupts wildlife and wastes energy,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “Senate Bill 3037 is an important step in combating rising costs on energy bills. This law ensures Illinois is using smarter, more efficient lighting that protects both our environment and taxpayers."

Senate Bill 3037 will update the Illinois Energy Efficient Building Act by incorporating ANSI/IES lighting standards into the Illinois Stretch Energy Code for commercial buildings. These nationally recognized standards guide responsible outdoor lighting practices for roadways, pedestrian areas, industrial sites and more.

Artificial light at night interferes with migratory patterns, disorients birds, and alters the behavior of nocturnal species, while also contributing to higher energy costs. SB 3037 will align Illinois with at least 19 other states that have taken steps to reduce light pollution through targeted, energy-efficient lighting policies.

Senate Bill 3037 builds on Ellman’s previous law, which applied similar standards to the Department of Natural Resources, by expanding requirements to all state agencies. By addressing excessive and misdirected artificial light at night, the law aims to improve public health, protect ecosystems, enhance nighttime visibility and reduce unnecessary energy use.

“We are losing our natural cycle of day and night at an alarming rate: 10% annually,” said Adam Kreuzer, delegate for DarkSky International and constituent. “Senate Bill 3037 protects not only the health of migrating birds and nocturnal species; it protects our natural circadian rhythm. Research shows that an artificial day at night significantly affects our personal health.”

Senate Bill 3037 was signed into law Friday and goes into effect Jan. 1.