Senator Glowiak Hilton measure to help families of fallen veterans receive accurate benefits
- Category: Press Releases
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton is spearheading a measure to require vital records to indicate whether or not a service-related injury contributed to a veteran’s death.
“The lack of indication behind the cause of a veteran’s death leaves us with more questions than answers,” said Glowiak Hilton (D – Western Springs). “These changes to vital records will help explain the contributing factors behind a veteran’s passing.”
House Bill 2856 would require vital records to list contributing factors behind a veteran’s death. This requirement would ensure survivor benefits and other rights are addressed if the death was caused by a service-related injury.
“These requirements make it possible for surviving family members to receive the correct compensation during such a traumatic time,” said Glowiak Hilton. “After all our veterans have done to protect our great state and nation, the least we can do is ensure their death is addressed in an accurate and appropriate manner.”
House Bill 2856 passed the Senate Veterans Committee Thursday and now heads to the full Senate for further consideration.
Senator Glowiak Hilton leads initiative to require Native American history in schools
- Category: Press Releases
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton is spearheading a measure to make Native American history a requirement for all public elementary and high school students.
“Native American history is American history, and it has been overlooked for far too long,” said Glowiak Hilton (D – Western Springs). “We need to give our students the opportunities to better understand the discrimination and persecution Native Americans faced throughout history.”
House Bill 1633 would require public schools to make Native American history part of curriculum. Teachings would include the study of the genocide of and discrimination against Native Americans, as well as tribal sovereignty, treaties made between tribal nations and the United States, and the circumstances around forced Native American relocation.
Social studies courses pertaining to American history or government would be required to include a unit of instruction studying the events of the Native American experience and Native American history within the Midwest and Illinois.
Glowiak Hilton legislation to require bottle filling stations in buildings passes the Senate
- Category: Press Releases
SPRINGFIELD – An initiative led by State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton that would require bottle filling stations in many new buildings being constructed in Illinois passed the Senate.
“Although there are already requirements for water fountains in buildings, many people use their own bottles or containers,” said Glowiak Hilton (D – Western Springs). “These people are taking the right steps of helping the environment, and should have easy access to do so.”
Senate Bill 1715 would require new buildings that are 5,000 square feet or larger and with a 100 person or more occupancy to provide a bottle filling station for every drinking fountain required under the plumbing code.
“By providing access to bottle filling stations across the state, we are giving residents the opportunity to reuse their bottles,” said Glowiak Hilton “The ability to refill bottles makes it easier to stay hydrated and will be more sanitary.”
Senate Bill 1715 passed the Senate Friday and now heads to the House for further consideration.
Glowiak Hilton protects consumers from automatic renewal fees
- Category: Press Releases
SPRINGFIELD – A measure led by State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton would require clear notice to be given to consumers before they enter contracts that automatically renew.
“There are many situations where a consumer enters into a contract with a business where the contract automatically renews,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “A lack of transparency from these businesses allows them to take advantage of consumers. We as their elected officials must take action to protect them and their hard earned money.”
Glowiak Hilton’s measure would requires clear and conspicuous disclosure of a contract’s automatic renewal terms, including that the contract will continue until the consumer cancels, the deadline to cancel before being charged for the renewal, the amount of recurring charges, and the length of the renewal terms.
“By giving consumers the resources they need to cancel subscriptions, we are giving them the opportunity to save their time and money,” said Glowiak Hilton. “Every business should give consumers the accurate information they need in regards to the services they provide.”
Senate Bill 328 passed the Senate Thursday and now heads to the House for further consideration.
Page 8 of 60
Welcome
Welcome! It's an honor to serve the residents of the 23rd State Senate District.
I encourage you to check my website regularly. I’ll provide frequent updates on crucial legislative issues concerning our district and state.
This site serves as a resource for information on municipal and state services, community events and other opportunities available to local residents.
As your state senator, I look forward to working in a bipartisan manner to promote compromise and collaboration and to find meaningful solutions to lower property tax bills, ensure our schools and universities have the resources to be successful and keep our children safe.
Because I am committed to passing a balanced budget every year and properly funding Illinois’ pension system, I have declined to accept a pension as State Senator.
Please don’t hesitate to contact our office with your questions and concerns.
Sincerely,
Suzy Glowiak Hilton
State Senator, District 23
Follow Sen. Glowiak Hilton
Office Info
District Office
17W715 E. Butterfield Rd., Suite F
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
(630) 785-3177
Springfield Office
Stratton Office Building
401 S. Spring St.
Section C, Office A
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-8148
