Illinois State Senator Laura Ellman
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DuPage #LovePurse Donation Drive

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Thursday, October 09, 2025 08:35 AM

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“By giving them what they might need, we are telling women who are struggling, ‘You matter, you are cared for, and you are worthy.’”

The #LovePurse initiative collects new purses that are filled with personal care items, toiletries, menstrual products, and notes of encouragement to distribute to women in need and survivors of domestic violence. Community members are invited to purchase a purse, fill it, and drop it off at one of the spots listed below.

 During the month of October, my office along with other DuPage Legislators, is hosting a donation drive for LovePurse. LovePurse collects purses filled with toiletries for women in need. As October is domestic violence awareness month, the purses collected will go directly to Metropolitan Family Services. You can drop off your donation to any of the locations listed below.

Ellman announces $20.45 million in infrastructure improvements coming to the 21st District

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Friday, October 03, 2025 08:17 AM

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NAPERVILLE — State Senator Laura Ellman announced the 21st Senate District is set to receive over $20.45 million for improvements to local roads and bridges as part of the state’s ongoing multi-year construction plan.

“Investing in road infrastructure is investing in the future of our communities,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “It’s not just about paving streets — it’s about paving the way for progress in every neighborhood.”

Read more: Ellman announces $20.45 million in infrastructure improvements coming to the 21st District

Ellman passes law to protect crypto consumers

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Tuesday, August 19, 2025 08:13 AM

State Senator Laura EllmanSPRINGFIELD – Crypto kiosk scams are on the rise, and fraudsters are targeting consumers using kiosks to steal Illinoisans hard-earned savings. Taking the lead to combat these scammers, State Senator Laura Ellman’s cryptocurrency scam prevention measure, establishing strong protections, has been signed into law.

“With robust scam prevention measures, like posting clear disclosures on kiosks and implementing protections to keep new users from losing out on hundreds of thousands of dollars, this law will ensure cryptocurrency practices follow the same standards statewide,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “We’re prioritizing consumer protections in Illinois and upholding a clear standard for the future of virtual currency.”

With the growing number of cryptocurrency kiosks across the state, Ellman’s law places vital regulations on digital asset kiosks in Illinois. The law requires virtual currency kiosk operators to register with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation by July 1, 2027.

Read more: Ellman passes law to protect crypto consumers

Senator Laura Ellman Passes Law Allowing Middle School Students to Earn High School Credit

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Friday, August 15, 2025 03:14 PM

State Senator Laura EllmanSPRINGFIELD – Middle school students across Illinois will soon have the opportunity to get a head start on their high school education, thanks to legislation led by State Senator Laura Ellman. House Bill 3039, recently signed into law, allows seventh and eighth grade students to earn high school credit for certain high school-level courses.

Ellman believes, “Students need support and resources to be successful throughout their academic journey,” (D-Naperville). She continued, “Middle school students preparing for high school deserve to be evaluated based on their academic abilities, not limited by where the course is taught or who is teaching it.”

Under the new law, middle school students who are enrolled in high school courses may earn credit if they:

Read more: Senator Laura Ellman Passes Law Allowing Middle School Students to Earn High School Credit

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  1. Ellman law clarifies ephedrine prescription exemptions
  2. Ellman announces $850,000 in funding to local school districts
  3. Ellman law expands public library access to visitors
  4. New Ellman law protects Illinois cremation scattering rights
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24W500 Maple Ave., Suite 215
Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: (630) 601-9961
Email: info@senatorlauraellman.com

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Section C, Room D
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: (217) 782-8192