Illinois State Senator Laura Ellman

New Ellman measure backs new tools for water infrastructure innovation

Details: Thursday, April 16, 2026 03:55 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – According to Saint Augustine’s University, investing in water infrastructure delivers compelling returns: every $1 spent on water and sanitation generates $4 in benefits, with improved health, education and labor productivity. With this in mind, State Senator Laura Ellman advanced a new measure through the Senate to make water infrastructure projects more efficient and cost-effective across Illinois.

“This bill puts Illinois’ water infrastructure on a path toward 21st-century excellence,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “It’s about giving our local governments the flexibility they need to plan, build, and deliver clean water more effectively.”

Ellman pushes to simplify property tax relief for residents with disabilities

Details: Thursday, April 16, 2026 10:02 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – Nearly one in four adults in Illinois lives with a disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To address the rising cost of living, especially for individuals who depend on welfare and disability programs being slashed by the federal administration, State Senator Laura Ellman is advancing legislation to make it easier for eligible residents to maintain critical property tax relief.

“Property tax relief programs should work for the people they are designed to support,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “By making this process more efficient, we are helping residents maintain stability and focus on what matters most in their daily lives.”

Ellman measure advances energy-efficient lighting standards to reduce light pollution statewide

Details: Thursday, April 16, 2026 08:40 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – Artificial light at night is estimated to contribute to the deaths of hundreds of millions of migratory birds each year in the U.S., while also disrupting nocturnal wildlife and ecosystems, according to the National Audubon Society. State Senator Laura Ellman is working to address these impacts with legislation aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing harmful outdoor lighting across Illinois.

“Light pollution is more than just an inconvenience: it impacts our health, disrupts wildlife and wastes energy,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “This legislation ensures Illinois is using smarter, more efficient lighting that protects both our environment and taxpayers.”

Safeguarding patients from coverage loss, Ellman targets overdue premium policies

Details: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 04:37 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – With nearly one in 10 Americans lacking health insurance coverage according to the U.S. Census Bureau, State Senator Laura Ellman advanced new legislation to ensure Illinois residents are not locked out of coverage due to past-due premium payments.

“Unexpected financial hardship can happen to anyone, especially when many are living paycheck to paycheck,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “We should not be creating additional barriers that prevent people from accessing essential health care.”

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