SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Laura Ellman championed a law to enhance and streamline the money transmission process in Illinois by creating a uniform set of rules.

“Illinois consumers need money transmission services that follow clear, standardized regulations and demonstrate consistency across different payment companies and state lines,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “This law addresses conflicting state law requirements through a transparent set of rules that will work across state lines.”

This law creates the Uniform Money Transmission Modernization Act to modernize regulations for money transmission in Illinois and aims to harmonize state licensing, regulation and supervision of money transmitters across state lines by establishing a single uniform set of supervisory rules. The law also prohibits a person from engaging in money transmission or advertising, soliciting or portraying themselves as offering money transmission services unless they are licensed or qualified for an exemption.

SPRINGFIELD – Thanks to a new law sponsored by State Senator Laura Ellman, park districts can now enter agreements to procure solar energy.

“Recent funding opportunities, such as the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development Grant, have allowed park districts in our community to expand their efforts in providing safe green spaces,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “Empowering park districts to access solar energy contracts helps them to maintain natural resources and green spaces by using renewable resources.”

Ellman’s new law allows park districts to enter into a lease, contract or other agreement related to the acquisition of solar energy. These agreements can include the installation, maintenance, and service of solar panels, equipment, or similar technology related to solar energy.

NAPERVILLE – State Senator Laura Ellman is hosting two end-of-session town halls to inform constituents on new legislation, investments in Senate District 21, and constituent services.

“We’ve made great strides during this legislative session in Springfield, especially by passing our fifth balanced budget in recent years and making vital investments in our environment, veterans and K-12 students,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “My end-of-session town halls are a chance for constituents to connect the accomplishments in Springfield to achievements in the district.”

The town halls will be on Tuesday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Glen Ellyn Public Library and Wednesday, July 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the 95^th Street Library in Naperville.

“I always appreciate receiving legislative ideas from our constituents,” said Ellman. “I encourage residents to attend these town halls so they can stay informed on investments in our community as well as the constituent services my office offers.”

If residents have questions about the event, Ellman urges them to contact her office at (630) 601-9961 or by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

This Women's History Month I wanted to spotlight Patsy Mink, a champion for women’s equality. This #WomensHistoryMonth, I encourage you to learn more about Patsy and other women in history who have fought for equality, social justice, and human rights. Click the link below to watch the women of the Illinois State Senate commemorate Women's History Month. https://youtu.be/yRtmD5xqx1o