Press Releases

SPRINGFIELD ─ State Senator Ram Villivalam joined hundreds of advocates Wednesday at the Capitol to show support for rideshare driver unionization in Illinois.

“Unions are the backbone of our workforce, ensuring laborers are supported and afforded strong workers’ rights, environments and benefits. Rideshare drivers are an important part of our transportation infrastructure – yet they currently lack the ability to negotiate for a proper working environment, rights or benefits,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “This is an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ensure Illinois continues to be a leader in labor rights and pave the way to support a growing part of our workforce, economy and transportation network.”

SPRINGFIELD ─ State Senator Ram Villivalam is leading the charge with a measure aimed at regulating auto insurance premiums in Illinois.

“Our wallets are hurting as the cost of living rises – and there are no commonsense guardrails on dramatic auto insurance rates, leaving many residents scrambling to pay for extra, unexpected bill increases,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “It’s time we hold multi-million dollar companies accountable and ensure that required auto insurance is affordable for residents across the state.”

CHICAGO ─  In the wake of Wednesday’s US Supreme Court ruling eroding historic minority protections under the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) said he and other Illinois leaders would continue working to enshrine those rights at the state level and ensure every voice is heard.

“This ruling is a mistake that rolls back decades of hard-fought progress. In some states, it will silence communities and open the door to discrimination in elections.

SPRINGFIELD ─ State Senator Ram Villivalam spearheaded a measure through the Senate that would establish regulations for the use of toy vehicles, motor-driven bicycles and other small, low-speed electric mobility devices in Illinois.

“E-bikes and other increasingly popular micromobility devices are being utilized by our neighbors. While these devices provide more accessibility for our residents, they have also led to tragic accidents,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “It is imperative that we implement safeguards to ensure that everyone who uses a micromobility device is able to do so in a safe way.”