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Ventura encourages families to apply for energy bill assistance
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JOLIET – To combat rising energy prices, State Senator Rachel Ventura encourages eligible families in the 43rd District to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
“As people across Illinois continue to grapple with rising costs for everyday items, keeping the lights on and the heater running is a necessity,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “Illinois families are burdened each month with the rise in their utility costs and it is crucial that we provide assistance to the families that need it most.”
Ventura to join local elected officials for a town hall
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JOLIET – In an effort to hear directly from the community, State Senator Rachel Ventura will be joining Will County Board Member Destinee Ortiz and DuPage Township Clerk Barbara Parker for an interactive conversation on the issues facing Will County.
“Engaging in conversations with the community is one of the most important parts of the job as it shapes my work in Springfield,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “State and local government are so intertwined, and this town hall will serve as a chance to learn how we can better serve the residents of Will County and the constituents of the 43rd District.”
Ventura to host grant application and certification workshop
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JOLIET – To help organizations navigate and apply for state funding opportunities, State Senator Rachel Ventura is teaming up with the African American Business Association of Will County and the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority to host a grant application and certification workshop.
“Applying for grants can be a daunting process, especially for small organizations, which is why I am glad to partner with AABA and ICJIA to offer this informational workshop,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “I encourage local organizations, including nonprofits, local governments and schools, to join us to learn more about how to succeed with state grants.”
Ventura announces additional funding to prevent food insecurity
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JOLIET – State Senator Rachel Ventura announced new funding is available under the Illinois Grocery Initiative through the New Stores in Food Deserts, Equipment Upgrades and Grocery Rescue grant programs – representing a $26 million effort to address food deserts and prevent grocery store closures in communities across the state.
“The Illinois Grocery Initiative is an impactful program that ensures our communities have access to fresh and healthy foods,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “The more we invest into efforts to prevent food insecurity and eliminate food deserts, the healthier our communities will be.”
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Welcome
Dear Friends,
Thank you for visiting my legislative website. It is my honor to serve the citizens of the 43rd Senate District in the Illinois General Assembly. On this website, you can learn a little bit about me, my record in the General Assembly, and the services I can provide you.
I always welcome feedback from my constituents, so if you have any questions, concerns, or ideas, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Senator Rachel Ventura
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Office Info
District Office:
221 Springfield Ave., Unit 3
Joliet, IL 60435
(331) 290-0443
(815) 240-9057 [TEXT]
Springfield Office:
119B Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-8800