Glowiak Hilton moves to block the lawmaker-to-lobbyist revolving door

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) has introduced legislation to lengthen the period before state officials can become lobbyists.

“In light of recent scandals that have shown how blatant corruption can be in Springfield, we need to send a clear message to citizens and lawmakers that there can be no grey area between who is in government and who represents special interests,” Glowiak Hilton said. “This ensures the passage of an entire election cycle before any former lawmaker can begin influencing the process as the agent of a special interest.”

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Glowiak Hilton moves to establish 5G task force

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) introduced legislation to establish a task force to research the health effects of 5G infrastructure.

“Countless constituents have reached out with concerns about 5G small cell installation,” Glowiak Hilton said. “Before 5G infrastructure is installed, we deserve to know any potential effects it might have.”

Senate Joint Resolution 55 would create the 5G Task Force to identify any possible health risks associated with the installation of 5G infrastructure. The task force would consist of a group of bipartisan legislators, industry experts and representatives from the Illinois Departments of Public Health and Innovation and Technology.

The legislation awaits consideration in the Illinois Senate. Lawmakers are scheduled to return to Springfield Jan. 28.

Parks in western suburbs to receive over $1.8 million from state

WESTERN SPRINGS – State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) announced the local grant recipients for the Open Space Land Acquisition Development program today.

“By securing state funds, local taxpayers won’t be burdened with the costs of improving these parks,” Glowiak Hilton said. “I am grateful that the state makes these meaningful investments so that we have the opportunity to live a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the amenities that our park districts provide.”

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Glowiak Hilton will work with new leadership on community priorities

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) congratulated newly elected Senate President Don Harmon (D-Oak Park) today, and expressed her eagerness to pass ethical reform.

“I am excited to get to work with our new leadership team to focus on job creation and reforming our ethics laws,” Glowiak Hilton said. “With 17 new Senators since 2018 and new leadership, now is the time to make major, lasting changes to our state’s political culture.”

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