Ventura introduces measures to fortify broadband access for Illinoisans
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SPRINGFIELD — Recognizing residents’ need for reliable, high-speed internet access – especially for active participation in today’s society – State Senator Rachel Ventura introduced two new measures that would expand on and protect broadband access for Illinoisans.
“Investments in broadband are essential for all Illinoisans, regardless of whether they live in a rural, suburban or urban community,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “We’ve entered a new age where broadband is no longer a luxury, but an essential amenity, driving economic activity, improving education, expanding health care access and enhancing public services for all.”
Ventura Introduces Housing Package to Combat Private Equity Takeover and Protect Affordable Housing
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SPRINGFIELD - State Senator Rachel Ventura introduced a package of legislation aimed at addressing the growing role of private equity firms in Illinois’ housing market, which has driven up home prices, reduced housing availability and turned residential properties into high-profit investment assets while many Illinois families struggle to find affordable places to live.
“Across Illinois, we are seeing private equity firms purchase large numbers of homes and apartment buildings, treating housing as a commodity instead of a basic human need,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “When housing becomes a lucrative investment vehicle, families are forced to compete with corporate buyers, rents increase and pathways to homeownership disappear. These bills are designed to stop predatory practices and help put housing back into the hands of the people who live in these communities.”
Ventura spearheads measure to reduce air pollution from Illinois warehouses
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Rachel Ventura has introduced legislation to reduce harmful air pollution from large warehouse and freight facilities, increase transparency for surrounding communities and protect residents from pollution hot spots. The Warehouse Pollution Reduction Act would create a first-in-the-nation full state framework to track, reduce and mitigate air pollution tied to Illinois’ rapidly growing logistics and freight industry.
“As warehouses and freight hubs continue to expand across Illinois, too many communities are being left to deal with the health consequences of increased truck traffic and diesel pollution,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “This legislation creates stronger accountability, improves transparency and prioritizes the health of families, workers and children who live and work near these facilities.”
Ventura introduces legislation to give courts more options on juvenile offenders
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SPRINGFIELD – Continuing her work to promote policies of rehabilitation, State Senator Rachel Ventura introduced two new bills aimed at improving the rights of juveniles interacting with the criminal justice system and allowing courts more flexibility in advocating for restorative justice programs for juveniles going through sentencing.
“The young people coming through our justice system must be treated as children first and offenders second,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “These bills will ensure the rights of minors in custody are protected and that courts have the power to prioritize children’s well-being and rehabilitation over punishment and incarceration.”
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