CHICAGO - Senate Transportation Chair Ram Villivalam held a subject matter hearing Wednesday to discuss how public transit is crucial for public health.

“From reducing emissions to improving mental and physical health, public transit is a crucial part of the health and well-being or our neighbors,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “It is imperative that we work toward a public transit system that underpins healthy communities.”

CHICAGO- State Senator Ram Villivalam announced Tuesday that Lincolnwood will see $239,249 to replace 27 lead service lines thanks to the funds appropriated by the Illinois General Assembly and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

“The health and well-being of our neighbors is a continued top priority,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “With this funding, our community will see essential upgrades to our water system that will prevent lead from being in our water and the detrimental impact that it has on our physical health.”

SPRINGFIELD – A new law sponsored by State Senator Ram Villivalam protects the confidentiality of train crew members in fatal accident reports.

“We often see personal information released in reports, although it is not needed for accountability or investigative purposes,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “This law will ensure worker information is not being released when it is not pertinent in the interest of their safety.”

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois residents will see a new license plate option featuring the 100 Club of Illinois thanks to a measure sponsored by State Senator Ram Villivalam.

“Supporting organizations that regularly give back to members of our community is important, especially when the organization uplifts residents through tragedy,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “This law will support the 100 Club of Illinois and their efforts to make sure when a family is faced with tragedy, they have the resources they need.”