DuPage County—State Senators John Curran (R-Downers Grove) and Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Oakbrook Terrace) are co-hosting a virtual information session on Monday March 22 to help Illinoisans who need health insurance connect with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Health Insurance Marketplace. The online event is in response to the federal government’s decision to open a special enrollment period (SEP) due to COVID-19.

The March 22 virtual event will begin at 1:00 PM and will feature representatives of the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) and the Illinois Department of Insurance, who will discuss the special enrollment period of the ACA Marketplace and provide information about the new SEP, including eligibility for the Medicaid program and how to enroll.

“This special enrollment period is open to all Illinoisans who need health insurance, and it is a pleasure to work with HFS and the Department of Insurance on this informational event,” said Senator Curran. “The special enrollment period is open now through May 15, and unlike other SEPs, those who enroll now will not have to show documentation of a qualifying life event.”

“In a global pandemic, quality health care is more important than ever,” Glowiak Hilton said. “I encourage all Illinois residents who are underinsured or uninsured to join us and learn more about applying for coverage and protecting their health.”

Those who wish to participate in the online event on March 22 are encouraged to RSVP by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  For additional information, please contact the Curran office at (630) 914-5733 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

SPRINGFIELD - Following the governor’s budget proposal Wednesday, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs), who supports the governor’s initiatives to fund higher education and human services while making the full pension payment, issued this statement:

“Stabilizing funding levels for higher education, human services and pension payments in the state’s budget proposal will relieve residents’ of some pandemic-related concern. The suggested cost-saving initiatives have potential, and I look forward to my involvement in further negotiations.”

“Our state’s priority has to be effective, comprehensive recovery for working families. We need to keep people safe while rebuilding a strong workforce to grow our economy.”

OAKBROOK TERRACE – To brighten the spirits of older residents who have been isolated from loved ones, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) invites people of all ages to donate valentines to be given out at local long-term care facilities.

“Whether the card comes from the store or is made from paper and crayons, many older residents could use an extra reminder that they are cared for,” Glowiak Hilton said. “I encourage families, students, community members and anyone with artistic talent to send in a Valentine’s Day card to spread love to our older neighbors.”

Glowiak Hilton’s office will collect Valentine’s Day cards through Wednesday, Feb. 10. Once all the cards have been collected, they will be delivered to various long-term care facilities in the community.

Those wishing to participate can drop off cards in the office’s mail slot or mail them to:

State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton

17W715 E. Butterfield Rd.

Suite F

Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

For questions, contact Glowiak Hilton’s office at (630) 785-3177.

OAKBROOK TERRACE – Salt Creek Primary School in Elmhurst and Stella May Swartz Elementary School in Oakbrook Terrace have received Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Grants to fund the creation of butterfly gardens at each school, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) announced. 

“Creating interactive, educational spaces at our schools will teach children the importance of taking care of their environment,” Glowiak Hilton said. “Butterfly gardens will provide students with a hands-on learning opportunity about many aspects of nature including insects, pollination and native plants in Illinois.”

The Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant program is administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Conservation Fund (ICF) to support the development or enhancement of wildlife habitat on the school grounds or other public places. 

Funding for the program is provided through donations to the ICF. More than $329,000 in Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant funding has been distributed since the program’s inception. 

Applications for the next round of Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Grants will be open soon, with an application deadline of Nov. 30, 2021. More information on applying for the next round of grants can be found on the IDNR website.