Illinois State Senator Laura Ellman

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Senator Laura EllmanSPRINGFIELD – Excess light emitted at night – from buildings to street lights – poses serious harm and risk to birds, insects and people across the state. To address the negative impact on Illinoisans and wildlife, State Senator Laura Ellman is working to reduce light pollution by establishing outdoor lighting control requirements.

“Birds, insects and people all experience the harsh effects of bright lights in our environment and our night sky,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “By regulating future lighting projects in our state, we aim to diminish the disruptions to migrating birds across our Mississippi flyway, restore nocturnal insects’ natural cycles in the environment, and prevent humans from feeling the effects of blue light on their vision.”

Light pollution refers to the brightening of the night sky by man-made light sources, including street lights and buildings. Excessive light in our night sky causes a variety of issues, such as interfering with bird migration, nocturnal insects and our optical health.

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Senator Laura EllmanSPRINGFIELD – To make it easier for seniors to keep the property tax exemptions they are qualified for, State Senator Laura Ellman advanced a measure that would permanently remove the requirement for senior homeowners to renew their senior citizen homestead exemption.

“My aim is to simplify real estate taxes for our seniors, while also giving more residents an opportunity to benefit from this tax break,” said Ellman (D-Naperville).

Between 2019 and 2023, the requirement to reapply for the senior citizens homestead exemption was temporarily removed under a pilot program. Currently, in all counties in Illinois, apart from Cook, there is no review requirement to assess these tax exemptions. Senate Bill 2878 would permanently remove the renewal requirement and make reviews a permanent requirement for Cook County.

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Senator Laura EllmanSPRINGFIELD – As the number of overdoses continues to rise in Illinois and people fall victim to fentanyl-laced drugs, State Senator Laura Ellman is working to mitigate this critical issue with legislation that allows for free distribution of fentanyl test strips to the public.

“Fentanyl overdoses and fentanyl-laced drugs have been a longstanding issue across Illinois residents and families,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “This legislation will help organizations make life-saving fentanyl testing available to all residents so they can avoid accidentally consuming fentanyl-laced substances.”

Currently, non-medical persons are authorized to administer naloxone to someone experiencing an opioid overdose under the Drug Overdose Prevention Program established by the Illinois Department of Human Services. Previous legislation permits pharmacists and retailers to sell fentanyl test strips over-the-counter and county health departments are able to distribute test strips to the public for no fee. Additionally, pharmacists, physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, physician assistants or their designee may distribute drug adulterant testing supplies to any person without being prosecuted.

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Driving a car NAPERVILLE – $460,000 in funding is coming to a Lisle nonprofit agency to expand access to reliable transportation for people with disabilities thanks to support from State Senator Laura Ellman.

“Expanding the list of organizations that are able to provide their most vulnerable residents with essential resources, like safe transportation services, is an important measure that will improve the level of care for years to come,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “As a local nonprofit agency, Ray Graham Association will be able to expand their capacity to serve individuals with disabilities, offering them increased accessibility and independence.” 

Through the Consolidated Vehicle Procurement Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation, more than 500 paratransit vehicles valued at $57.1 million have been awarded to 113 transit providers. The vehicles will be delivered to public transportation providers as well as nonprofit organizations serving seniors and individuals with disabilities.

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  4. Ellman advances plan to restore wetlands protections

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