HINSDALE — State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton is partnering with the Illinois Secretary of State to offer Hinsdale residents a one-stop shop to renew their driver’s licenses, purchase license plate stickers and more.

“This is a convenient way for Hinsdale residents to access vehicle services directly in the community,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “We’re making these services more accessible to families, cutting wait times and ensuring drivers have what they need. Spots are limited, so I encourage residents to make an appointment today.”

The event will be held Tuesday, March 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Community House located at 415 W. 8^th St. in Hinsdale. Glowiak Hilton is partnering with Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, State Representative Marti Deuter and Hinsdale Village President Greg Hart to bring these services to the community.

WESTMONT — To give residents an opportunity to receive assistance and ask questions, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton and State Representative Marti Deuter are hosting satellite office hours at the Westmont Public Library on Monday, Feb. 23.

“Satellite office hours provide residents an avenue to have their voices heard,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “My staff will be available to deliver helpful insight, discuss legislation and provide information about resources and programs available for residents. I encourage all of our community members to take advantage of this opportunity.” 

Glowiak Hilton and Deuter’s staff will be available on Monday, Feb. 23 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, located at 428 N. Cass Ave. in Westmont.

This free event is an initiative from Glowiak Hilton and Deuter’s offices to assist residents with state resources, as well as increase accessibility and government accountability by holding office hours at different days, times and locations.

If anyone has questions or concerns, they are encouraged to contact Glowiak Hilton’s office at 630-785-3177.

SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) released the following statement in response to the governor’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget address:

“The federal government has created a lot of uncertainly for us in Illinois, but a balanced budget must continue to be our top priority. It’s vital that this budget reflects the priorities of the residents of the 23rd Senate District and sets Illinois on a sustainable path forward.”

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois will join a growing list of states banning the sale of at-home sexual assault evidence collection kits starting Jan. 1 thanks to State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton.

“At-home kits cannot replace the care of a medical professional,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “People will no longer be misled about the products that raise reliability and privacy concerns.”

In Illinois, medical forensic exams are offered at no cost, and in addition to addressing physical trauma, a trained crisis advocate provides emotional support and explains the survivor’s rights and options. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners conduct the exams, collect evidence according to established protocols and can testify in court if necessary.

At-home sexual assault evidence collection kits are marketed online as an alternative to medical forensic exams, but they lack the oversight and expertise needed for reliable evidence collection. The Illinois Attorney General has raised concerns that these at-home kits are unreliable and unlikely to hold up in criminal court proceedings due to issues with evidence handling.

To address these risks, Glowiak Hilton’s law makes it illegal for anyone other than a medical professional to sell, advertise or distribute sexual assault evidence collection kits. Under the new law, survivors who have been misled into purchasing a kit can seek compensation for any harm caused by false claims about the kit’s effectiveness in pursuing criminal charges.

“In Illinois, we have worked to support and uplift survivors,” said Glowiak Hilton. “With this new law, we are staying true to our word by reinforcing our state’s commitment to survivor-centered and trauma-informed care.”

House Bill 2548 takes effect Jan. 1.