Guzmán fights to address campus sexual harassment and raise awareness

SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Graciela Guzmán’s bill to support survivors and strengthen higher education requirements when addressing sexual violence passed committee.

“We cannot allow sexual harassment to go unaddressed on our college campuses,” said Guzmán (D-Chicago). “If student survivors experience digital sexual harassment or otherwise, there must be protections for them.”

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Turner, Halpin work to ban loud commercials

SPRINGFIELD — State Senators Doris Turner and Mike Halpin are spearheading a measure that would curb program viewers’ discomfort and annoyance by banning loud commercials on streaming services.

“We all know the feeling when our show or movie cuts to a commercial and the volume gets louder, forcing us to constantly adjust the volume of our TVs,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “This problem is all too familiar, and frustrating, especially for parents with young kids who need to nap during the day and individuals with hearing sensitivity.”

“Families shouldn’t be subjected to unnecessarily loud commercials when they are trying to enjoy their favorite show,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “This bill brings a commonsense change that protects consumers in Illinois.”

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Villanueva fights to advance environmental justice protections in Illinois

SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Celina Villanueva is leading legislation that would strengthen environmental justice protections by ensuring state regulators consider the potential impacts on communities that have historically faced disproportionate environmental burdens when reviewing pollution control permits.

“For too long, communities already facing environmental burdens have been forced to carry a disproportionate share of pollution and its impacts,” Villanueva (D-Chicago) said. “This legislation ensures that environmental justice is part of the decision-making process so we can better protect the health and well-being of residents across Illinois.”

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