Senator Rachel VenturaState Senator Rachel Ventura was born and raised in Joliet, Illinois in a working class family. She proudly attended public schools and was taught the value of hard work and union labor from a young age.

Senator Ventura received a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Benedictine University and an associate’s degree in Biology from Tidewater Community College in Virginia. With past experience as an actuary, naturalist, veterinary assistant, substitute teacher and business director, Ventura is ready to meet the diverse set of challenges facing Illinoisans in the State Senate.

Ventura served on the Will County Board from 2018-2022. As chair of the Public Health and Safety Committee, she focused on providing care during the COVID-19 pandemic, tackling homelessness, and expanding mental and behavioral health care. She is committed to tackling the root causes of crime rather than upholding the regressive and punitive policies of the past. Also while on the board, Ventura successfully organized for the county to adopt the Greenest Region Compact – setting forth bold green energy and sustainability goals for Will County. She also served as Vice President of the Forest Preserve District of Will County.

Joining the Illinois Senate, Ventura will continue her advocacy for affordable housing, equitable job opportunities and reforming oppressive systems that harm our most vulnerable neighbors.

Senator Ventura represents Illinois’ 43rd Senate District, which includes portions of Bolingbrook, Joliet, Lockport, Romeoville and surrounding communities.

Museum Pass Sign Up Form

eNewsletter & Texting Alert Sign-up

  1. First Name(*)
    Invalid Input
  2. Last Name(*)
    Invalid Input
  3. Your Email(*)
    Please let us know your email address.
  4. Cell Phone
    Invalid Input
  5. Invalid Input
     

    By selecting the “Opt-in Checkbox” and then clicking "Send" you agree to (Terms Of Use) | (Privacy Policy) and to receive texts from Senator Ventura at your mobile number. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.

Follow Sen. Ventura

facebookinstagramtwitter twitter

Office Info

District Office:
221 Springfield Ave., Unit 3
Joliet, IL 60435
(331) 290-0443
(815) 240-9057 [TEXT]

Springfield Office:
119B Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-8800