Ellman calls for bipartisan action to protect Illinois families from SNAP benefit shutdown

NAPERVILLE — State Senator Laura Ellman is urging federal lawmakers to resolve the ongoing government shutdown to prevent the cessation of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits, come Nov. 1. Nearly two million Illinois residents rely on SNAP to provide basic nutrition for themselves and their families.

"Federal SNAP dollars are there, but aren’t being released. Now families are wondering how they are going to make ends meet," said Ellman (D-Naperville). "Ensuring that families can put food on the table isn’t a Democratic or Republican issue — it’s a human one."

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DuPage #LovePurse Donation Drive

“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

NAPERVILLE — State Senator Laura Ellman announced the 21^st 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.”

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Ellman passes law to protect crypto consumers

SPRINGFIELD – 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.

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