Press Releases

SPRINGFIELD ─ State Senator Ram Villivalam spearheaded a measure through the Senate that would pave the way for increased data, transparency and accountability on toxic polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS or “forever chemicals” – in wastewater.

“Toxic chemicals are being run off into wastewater facilities – leaving communities at risk for adverse health effects,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “Without the proper tools and framework, wastewater treatment facilities have no way of understanding, regulating and eliminating these chemicals in their facilities.”

SPRINGFIELD ─ State Senator Ram Villivalam is spearheading a measure through the Senate aimed at ensuring accessible, affordable housing in Illinois.

“Since 2024, cost of living has continued to rise, and now the Trump administration is continuing to make it harder for working families to access quality, affordable housing in their own neighborhoods,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “With residents potentially facing additional federal requirements to secure adequate housing, we must act now to ensure all Illinoisans have housing options within reach .”

SPRINGFIELD ─ State Senator Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) and State Representative Eva-Dina Delgado (D-Chicago) released the following statement after introducing House Bill 2335.

“We look forward to the enactment of the transformational reforms and funding in Senate Bill 2111 that will put us on a path to providing a safe, reliable, accessible, and integrated world class public transit system for our entire state. The legislation introduced today consists of technical changes to further streamline the implementation of and provide additional clarity to the Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act ahead of its June 1st effective date.”

SPRINGFIELD ─ State Senator Ram Villivalam is leading the charge in tackling the mental health crisis thanks to a new measure that would ensure mental health support for educational staff.

“The mental health crisis continues to affect people every day,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “Currently, educational staff do not have the mental health support or resources needed to get the care they deserve – and now it’s up to us to help break down these barriers so they can access care.”