
SPRINGFIELD – To ensure that more students can get ahead academically while maintaining strong instructional standards, State Senator Laura Ellman championed a new law, House Bill 4239, that will expand access to high school-level coursework for seventh and eighth grade students.
“This is about removing confusion for schools and opening doors for students,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “By providing more clarity, we are helping districts confidently offer more opportunities that challenge students and support their long-term success.”
Read more: Access to high school coursework for middle schoolers to be expanded under new Ellman law

SPRINGFIELD – With an estimated 57% of U.S. consumers purchasing ready-to-eat meals each month, State Senator Laura Ellman championed a new law that will ensure these increasingly popular options meet the same food safety standards as other food businesses.
“Families are relying more than ever on convenient meal options – they deserve the same level of safety and oversight no matter where their food comes from,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “This law will close a gap in our current system while also helping to protect public health.”
Read more: Ellman law to strengthen popular meal kit safety standards

SPRINGFIELD — A new law from State Senator Laura Ellman is set to give counties additional tools to support affordable housing development and address growing housing affordability challenges facing working families and middle-income residents.
“As housing costs continue to rise faster than incomes, more families are finding themselves priced out of the communities they work and live in,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “This law will help local governments create more housing options while supporting mixed-income communities and long-term affordability.”

NAPERVILLE — State Senator Laura Ellman is urging park districts and municipalities in the 21st District to apply for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ Open Space land Acquisition and Development grant.
“Parks and open spaces give families a place to connect with nature, stay active and build stronger communities,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “These grants help local governments create and improve the outdoor spaces that make our neighborhoods healthier and more vibrant.”
Read more: Ellman encourages municipalities, park districts to apply for IDNR grant
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