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Villivalam grieves loss of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka

Category: Press Releases
Thursday, August 05, 2021 12:36 PM

Richard TrumkaCHICAGO – State Senator Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) released the following statement after the passing of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka today:

“My heart is heavy with the loss of Richard Trumka. Millions of working people across the nation are grieving, as we have lost a pillar of the labor movement.

“Richard Trumka was a devoted fighter for working people who knew that when we stand together, we can make life better for ourselves and each other. His passing will be felt deeply by those in the AFL-CIO and all our brothers and sisters in labor.”

Gun violence prevention package signed into law

Category: Press Releases
Monday, August 02, 2021 01:24 PM

Senators Villivalam and KoehlerCHICAGO – In an effort to protect families from increased gun violence, a comprehensive gun safety and licensure modernization package sponsored by State Senator Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) was signed into law today.

“This critical legislation will keep guns out of the hands of dangerous people through implementing universal background checks, empowering partners in law enforcement to act before the next tragedy can occur, and dedicating life-saving mental health funding to communities most impacted by gun violence,” said Senator Villivalam.

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Skokie Shred Day on Aug. 8

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Thursday, July 29, 2021 01:40 PM

Skokie Shred DayJoin your local representatives for a free shred day! Industrial grade shredding will be available in the main parking lot (entrance on Central Park Ave.). Register online, call 872-208-5188, or text 224-592-5819.

New Villivalam law gives immigrant drivers greater flexibility

Category: Press Releases
Tuesday, July 27, 2021 08:41 AM

TVDLCHICAGO – To keep immigrant drivers moving during bureaucratic delays, legislation introduced by State Senator Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) that would allow the secretary of state to extend temporary driver’s licenses was signed into law today.

“Driver’s licenses, temporary or permanent, are licenses to work,” Villivalam said. “Working people in immigrant communities need to have reliable access to a driver’s license to continue providing for their families.”

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More Articles …

  1. Governor signs historic Asian American curriculum bill into law
  2. Villivalam commends passage of sweeping gun violence prevention measure
  3. Villivalam passes Future of Work Act
  4. Villivalam moves to end employment discrimination
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Welcome

I hope you and your family are staying safe and healthy. While there is no question that the last few years have been an unprecedented and unsettling time for all of us, my office and I have partnered with and witnessed the incredible support offered by members of our communities.
 
I remain committed to providing proactive, progressive, and effective representation on behalf of the residents of the 8th State Senate District.
 
My office and I aim to provide top notch constituent services and to keep you updated on the latest in Springfield. This website is your portal to connecting with my office and I for any way we may be of assistance to you or your family, including keeping you informed on our community-centered agenda in the Illinois Senate. Below you can find our contact information, office hours and the latest news.
 
We're available in-person or by telephone and/or email Monday through Friday from 9AM-5PM. We frequently check our voicemail as well as our email system outside those hours to ensure we're helping with all urgent constituent matters.
 
Please call us at 872-208-5188 or click the CONTACT US tab above.

All my best,
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Ram Villivalam
State Senator, IL-08

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District Office
3851 W. Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659
(872) 208-5188

Springfield Office
Stratton Office Building
401 S. Spring St.
Section C, Office E
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-5500

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