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SPRINGFIELD — In an effort to stamp out cases of caregiver abuse and exploitation, criminal liability will be expanded to voluntary caregivers who look after seniors and individuals with disabilities under a new law sponsored by State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton.

“Seniors should not be taken advantage of, especially by the people caring for them,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “We are taking important steps to address abuse, neglect and exploitation so our seniors and individuals with disabilities can live with the dignity, safety and respect they deserve.”

House Bill 4676 will expand protections for seniors and individuals with disabilities by ensuring Illinois’ caregiver abuse and neglect laws apply to people who voluntarily assume care of an elderly person or individual with a disability.

SPRINGFIELD — Law enforcement officers and firefighters will soon be able to park their work vehicles at home without being subjected to homeowners' or condominium association restrictions under a new law led by State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton.

“First responders should not be subjected to penalties from their HOA when parking a work vehicle at their house,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “This is a common-sense law that will remove unreasonable restrictions put on our law enforcement officers and firefighters.”

House Bill 67 will prohibit an HOA from designating a marked law enforcement vehicle assigned to an officer or a marked firefighter vehicle assigned to a firefighter as a commercial vehicle.

SPRINGFIELD — Students will soon be educated on railroad safety under a new law spearheaded by State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton.

“Trains move fast through our cities to transport people and goods but can pose a serious threat if people aren’t aware of the safety precautions,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “Understanding why crossings are designed the way they are and the importance of warning signals can protect students from a dangerous situation.”

House Bill 3743 will require all K-12 public schools to include railroad safety information in their student handbook. The Glowiak Hilton law will allow a school to opt out of this requirement if the school board determines that railroad safety is covered in the school's curriculum.

According to the Illinois Commerce Commission, highway-rail crash statistics for 2025 indicate that Illinois had 134 collisions between trains and motor vehicles or pedestrians at highway-rail crossings. Thirty-four people were killed and 27 seriously injured.

“This is about prioritizing safety for our students,” said Glowiak Hilton. “Sharing information about rail safety encourages informed decisions and helps bring awareness to the entire community.”

House Bill 3743 was signed into law Friday and takes effect immediately.

WESTMONT — Building on her support for the bipartisan Rebuild Illinois program, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton announced two resurfacing projects coming to DuPage County, totaling nearly $2.7 million in funding to upgrade roads, improving safety for residents.

“We continue to see the much-needed improvements the historic Rebuild Illinois program delivers, promoting economic development and creating jobs right here in our community,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “By improving the safety and mobility of our roads, we are investing in the future of our communities, ensuring everyone is able to get where they need to go in a safe, reliable and accessible way.”

Passed in 2019, Rebuild Illinois is investing a total of $33.2 billion over six years into the state’s aging transportation system, creating jobs and promoting economic growth. Rebuild Illinois touches all modes of transportation: roads and bridges, transit, waterways, freight and passenger rail, aviation, and bicycle and pedestrian accommodations. ​ ​ ​