Illinois State Senator Laura Ellman

Ellman moves to strengthen meal kit safety standards

Details: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 06:05 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – With an estimated 57% of U.S. consumers purchasing ready-to-eat meals each month, State Senator Laura Ellman is working to 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 measure closes a gap in our current system while also helping to protect public health.”

Ellman announces state funding to support local innovation

Details: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 08:38 AM

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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.”

Ellman announces $1.2 million investment in local parks

Details: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 10:35 AM

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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.”

Consumers protected from falsely advertised banks under new Ellman law on Jan. 1

Details: Tuesday, December 23, 2025 08:59 AM

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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.”