SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Rachel Ventura is leading a comprehensive package of election reform legislation aimed at strengthening fairness and accountability in Illinois elections. The measures address equal ballot access, judicial campaign financing, and accountability for candidates who violate campaign finance laws.

“The people of Illinois deserve elections that are fair, transparent and accessible,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “This legislative package is about restoring trust in our democratic process, ensuring every candidate plays by the same rules, and preventing money from undermining confidence in our elections.”

SPRINGFIELD – Building on Illinois’ commitment to tackling the climate crisis, State Senator Rachel Ventura introduced new legislation to limit the state’s role in global deforestation, one of the leading drivers of climate change, at a time when shifting global trade dynamics make responsible sourcing more important than ever.

“Illinois has made a serious commitment to reducing our carbon footprint through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “Now, we must ensure our state’s purchasing power reflects those commitments. As tariffs and trade pressures reshape global supply chains, this is the right moment to prioritize sustainable, deforestation-free sourcing that protects both our climate and our economy.”

SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Rachel Ventura introduced a new measure that would require car dealers to provide a vehicle history report to buyers with the purchase of any used car.

“Buyers deserve to know exactly what they’re getting when they make a purchase, especially for an investment as important as buying a vehicle,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “This legislation will ensure accountability and transparency in vehicle transactions, ensuring customers don’t end up surprised by serious defects or issues after they’ve already paid a significant amount of money for a new car.”

SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Rachel Ventura introduced a new measure to establish the Illinois Psilocybin Advisory Board to investigate and advise on best practices for psilocybin treatments to help tackle treatment-resistant conditions, like PTSD.

“I remain committed to passing the CURE Act in its entirety and providing real change for individuals who have exhausted other treatment methods,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “This bill is an important first step in that effort and will provide legislators with essential research on the safety and efficacy of psychedelic use in therapeutic treatments.”