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Villivalam hosts fourth subject matter hearing on the state of public transit and how it is crucial for public health

Category: Press Releases
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 03:08 PM

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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.”

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Niles, Morton Grove Libraries Secure $125,000 In State Grants

Category: In The News
Monday, August 19, 2024 01:56 PM

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NILES-MORTON GROVE, IL — The Niles-Maine and Morton Grove Public Library are set to receive a combined $125,449 in state grant money to enhance their services, announced Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias.

The Niles-Maine District Library will receive $87,883, while Morton Grove Public Library will receive $37,566.

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Villivalam announces over $230,000 coming to Lincolnwood for lead service line replacements

Category: Press Releases
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 01:34 PM

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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.”

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Villivalam law protects confidentiality of train crew members

Category: Press Releases
Friday, August 09, 2024 03:17 PM

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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.”

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  1. License plates to support the 100 Club of Illinois thanks to Villivalam and Kelly law
  2. Grant Program for Exonerated Persons expanded thanks to Villivalam law
  3. Expanded pathways for in-state tuition eligibility for students thanks to Villivalam law
  4. Villivalam, Senate Transportation Committee hosts third subject matter hearing on how transit supports community quality of life
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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.
Section C, Office E
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-5500

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