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.”

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Rachel Ventura is leading a comprehensive package of election reform legislation aimed at strengthening fairness and accountability in Illinois elections. The measures address equal ballot access, judicial campaign financing, and accountability for candidates who violate campaign finance laws.

“The people of Illinois deserve elections that are fair, transparent and accessible,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “This legislative package is about restoring trust in our democratic process, ensuring every candidate plays by the same rules, and preventing money from undermining confidence in our elections.”

SPRINGFIELD – Building on Illinois’ commitment to tackling the climate crisis, State Senator Rachel Ventura introduced new legislation to limit the state’s role in global deforestation, one of the leading drivers of climate change, at a time when shifting global trade dynamics make responsible sourcing more important than ever.

“Illinois has made a serious commitment to reducing our carbon footprint through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “Now, we must ensure our state’s purchasing power reflects those commitments. As tariffs and trade pressures reshape global supply chains, this is the right moment to prioritize sustainable, deforestation-free sourcing that protects both our climate and our economy.”

SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Rachel Ventura introduced a new measure that would require car dealers to provide a vehicle history report to buyers with the purchase of any used car.

“Buyers deserve to know exactly what they’re getting when they make a purchase, especially for an investment as important as buying a vehicle,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “This legislation will ensure accountability and transparency in vehicle transactions, ensuring customers don’t end up surprised by serious defects or issues after they’ve already paid a significant amount of money for a new car.”