GLEN ELLYN – State Senator Laura Ellman announced that a nearly $75,000 grant was awarded to innovative SuperBetter, a game-based learning platform who is partnering with Northern Illinois University.

“This investment supports innovative work that strengthens mental health, builds resilience, and helps students succeed,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “By partnering local businesses with our universities, we’re advancing solutions that improve well-being while growing our economy right here in the western suburbs.”

NAPERVILLE – Thanks to strong support from State Senator Laura Ellman, the Naperville and Glen Ellyn Park districts received a combined total of $1.2 million from the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grant to help continue ongoing improvements.

“Strong communities start with strong public spaces,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “Investing in our parks is an investment in the quality of life for every resident, now and for future generations.”

SPRINGFIELD – Come Jan. 1, a law brought by State Senator Laura Ellman will strengthen consumer protections by stopping out-of-state tech companies from misleading residents by advertising themselves as banks when they are not properly regulated or insured.

“When people hear the word ‘bank,’ they assume their money is safe and trust that their deposits are protected,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “This law ensures companies can’t play fast and loose with that trust just to grow their customer base.”

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois families will have the ability to scatter their loved ones' cremated remains according to their traditions and religious beliefs starting Jan. 1, thanks to a law spearheaded by State Senator Laura Ellman.

“In moments of profound loss, families should not also have to navigate uncertainty and red tape,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “This measure brings compassion, clarity and dignity to a deeply personal process while ensuring our waterways are treated with care.”