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Villivalam measure to protect those seeking a name change

Category: Press Releases
Monday, January 06, 2025 09:15 AM

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SPRINGFIELD - To enhance protections for those seeking to change their name, State Senator Ram Villivalam advanced a measure out of the Senate to eliminate the requirement to publish a name change with a local newspaper.

“When someone is seeking a name change, whether it is to protect themselves from domestic violence or to affirm one’s identity, everyone deserves the right to do so without the burden of the cumbersome and expensive publication process,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “Additionally, by requiring residents to publish their name change, it relinquishes the privacy of such individuals and can be harmful to their safety or well-being.”

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Illinois legislators and transit stakeholders reflect on delegation trip to Germany

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Friday, December 20, 2024 03:20 PM

CHICAGO- A bipartisan delegation of state lawmakers and stakeholders representing labor, business, environmental, and transit advocacy groups concluded a public transit delegation trip to Germany last week. The Illinois legislative delegation released the following statement:

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Villivalam hosts sixth subject matter hearing on how funding transit is a statewide priority

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Tuesday, October 15, 2024 03:00 PM

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SPRINGFIELD — Senate Transportation Chair Ram Villivalam held a subject matter hearing Tuesday to discuss how funding transit is a statewide priority.

“As public transit continues to be a cornerstone of our communities, it is imperative that we have discussions about the current state of transit across Illinois as a whole,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “Today, we were able to hear from panelists who spoke to what transit looks like in their region and how funding transit is a necessity to them.”

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Villivalam hosts fifth subject matter hearing on how transit mitigates climate impact

Category: Press Releases
Thursday, September 19, 2024 02:53 PM

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CHICAGO – Senate Transportation Chair Ram Villivalam held a subject matter hearing Thursday to discuss how public transit mitigates climate impact.

“As public transit continues to positively impact our climate, it is imperative that we have discussions about what we can do to continue making progress,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “Today’s hearing included discussions about what is being done proactively to ensure that public transit helps mitigate the current climate impact, the importance of public transit to Lake County and North Cook County residents, and what can be done going forward.”

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  1. Villivalam hosts fourth subject matter hearing on the state of public transit and how it is crucial for public health
  2. Niles, Morton Grove Libraries Secure $125,000 In State Grants
  3. Villivalam announces over $230,000 coming to Lincolnwood for lead service line replacements
  4. Villivalam law protects confidentiality of train crew members
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3851 W. Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659
(872) 208-5188

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Stratton Office Building
401 S. Spring St.
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Springfield, IL 62706
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