Illinois State Senator Rachel Ventura

Ventura secures over $553,000 to support tourism in the 43rd District

Details: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 03:17 PM

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JOLIET – Tourism in the 43rd District will receive a financial boost through recent grants to promote Route 66 during its centennial, thanks to State Senator Rachel Ventura, who helped secure over $553,000 for two local organizations.

“From Route 66 and the Old Joliet Prison to the Illinois and Michigan Canal National Heritage Site and the Rialto Square Theater, the 43rd District is home to some of Illinois’ most famous attractions,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “Being situated in the suburbs of Chicago offers a unique challenge to attract domestic and international visitors, but I applaud the efforts and success that our municipalities and visitor bureaus put into promoting all the amazing sites we have in our communities.”

Ventura to host WTTW “Firsthand: Democracy” event

Details: Friday, October 02, 2026 03:04 PM

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JOLIET – State Senator Rachel Ventura will be joining forces with WTTW to host an event designed to get young people informed and engaged with the democratic process.

“Engaging the youth in our democratic process is one of the most important things we can do as a society, and I am thrilled to be partnering with WTTW’s Firsthand series to accomplish this,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “WTTW puts a human face on pressing issues and they are positioned perfectly to tell these stories throughout the Chicagoland region.”

Ventura encourages families to apply for energy bill assistance

Details: Thursday, October 01, 2026 03:36 PM

State Senator Rachel Ventura

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

Details: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 06:16 PM

October 8 Town Hall

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.”

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Dear Friends,

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