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Glowiak Hilton joins DuPage County legislators to host #LovePurse Drive

WESTMONT — During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton has teamed up with DuPage County legislators to host a Love Purse donation drive to support domestic violence survivors now through Oct. 31.

“Our goal is to come together to provide survivors of domestic abuse and those in need with basic necessities, notes of encouragement, and the intention to make residents feel loved, valued and respected,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “The #LovePurse movement is a small way we can support and empower women in need and survivors of domestic violence.”

There are nearly 20 donation locations throughout DuPage County, including Glowiak Hilton’s office located at 1 S. Cass Ave. in Westmont.

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Glowiak Hilton announces funding opportunity for local fire departments

WESTMONT — State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton announced that applications are now being accepted for the Small Equipment Grant Program benefiting fire departments and ambulance services.

“No matter where you live, you deserve to feel safe in the town you call home,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs).  “Investments in the public safety of our communities are an investment in the people who live there. This funding will provide essential tools and resources so fire departments can effectively do their job protecting our area.”

The Small Equipment Grant Program assists fire departments and not-for-profit ambulance services in Illinois, particularly those experiencing difficulty in generating the necessary revenue for small equipment. The grants allow eligible applicants the opportunity to purchase small tools and equipment they may otherwise not be able to afford.

A total of $6 million in funding will be available through this year’s program to eligible fire departments and EMS services. Previously, 264 fire departments, fire protection districts and EMS providers across the state were provided nearly $6 million.

All interested departments and ambulance services must submit applications electronically utilizing the application portal that can be found on the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal’s website.

Glowiak Hilton encourages local organizations to apply for pre-apprenticeship funding

WESTMONT – To expand the 23rd District talent pipeline and boost diversity in Illinois’ construction and building trades, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton is encouraging local community-based organizations to apply for the latest round of funding through the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program. 

“There are job opportunities out there for everyone, all requiring different skillsets,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “This program is a great opportunity people should take advantage of so we can continue to build an equipped workforce across the state.”

The Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program launched in 2021 through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity with the goal of increasing access to apprenticeship programs to a more diverse pool of candidates. These comprehensive pre-apprenticeship programs help participants gain admission to apprenticeship programs, which provide graduates a greater opportunity to start a long-term career in the trades. Since the program’s inception, Illinois Works has awarded over $70 million to community-based organizations serving over 7,000 Illinois residents.

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Glowiak Hilton law modernizes epinephrine access

SPRINGFIELD — For the parents of children with life-threatening allergies, every outing carries a level of anxiety that other families never have to consider. Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton is easing that burden under a new law that will recognize all FDA-approved epinephrine treatments.

“Parents need that comfort knowing their child will have access to whatever form of epinephrine works best, whether they are at school, camp or an after school program,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “Severe allergic reactions can happen at any time and any place, and can be a life or death situation.”

House Bill 3454 will update current Illinois statute — covering schools, law enforcement, after-school programs, camps, home health care and health insurance — to replace the outdated term "epinephrine injector" with "epinephrine delivery device." This change will align state law with the FDA-approved treatments that exist today.

Under the Glowiak Hilton law, the change will ensure institutions and caregivers across Illinois are not legally restricted to needle-based injectors when newer options, like the epinephrine nasal spray Neffy, are available and approved for use.

House Bill 3454 was signed into law Friday and takes effect Jan. 1.