OAKBROOK TERRACE — State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton is urging federal lawmakers to resolve the ongoing government shutdown to prevent the cessation of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits, come Nov. 1. Nearly two million Illinois residents rely on SNAP to provide basic nutrition for themselves and their families.

"Food assistance programs like SNAP serve as a lifeline for families who are trying their best to put food on their tables," said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “Politics aside, we need to come together to protect a basic human right. Action is needed now. ”

SNAP provides critical support for children, seniors, veterans and individuals with disabilities, offering the nutrition they need to live healthy, productive lives. The federal government shutdown threatens to halt these benefits immediately, putting millions at risk of food insecurity – including the 18,066 people in the district Glowiak Hilton represents who rely on SNAP benefits.

WESTERN SPRINGS — In partnership with the Illinois Air Team and the Village of Western Springs, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton will host a free vehicle emissions mobile testing unit for drivers.

“To keep our air clean, it’s important that we make sure our vehicles are complying with emissions standards,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) “If your vehicle is due for an emissions test, take advantage of this free event.”

The unit will be available Oct. 20 through Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Western Springs Recreation Center, located at 1500 Walker St.

Vehicle exhaust emissions are one of the greatest sources of air pollution in the greater Chicagoland area and can be hazardous to human health. The federal Clean Air Act mandates vehicle emission inspection programs in urban areas that do not meet the National Ambient Air Quality Standards, which includes Chicago. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency suggests that all vehicles over four years old have an emissions test done every two years.

Testing at this event is available for vehicles who have received an emissions test notice or a registration renewal notice indicating testing is required. Interested drivers can check their vehicle’s eligibility at ILAirTeam.com/vehicle-eligibility-check-tool.

OAKBROOK TERRACE – State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton has teamed up with DuPage County legislators to host a Love Purse donation drive to support domestic violence survivors now through Oct. 31.

“Our goal is to come together to provide survivors of domestic abuse and those in need with basic necessities, notes of encouragement, and the intention to make residents feel loved, valued and respected,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “The #LovePurse movement gives us an opportunity to support and uplift women in need and survivors of domestic violence.”

There are nearly 20 donation locations throughout DuPage County, including Glowiak Hilton’s office located at 17W715 E. Butterfield Road, Suite F in Oakbrook Terrace.

A few locations within the 23rd Senate District include:

• Representative Martha Deuter’s office: 1 S. Cass Ave., Westmont
• Representative Diane Blair-Sherlock's office: 28 S. Villa Ave., Villa Park
• Courts Plus: 186 S. West Ave., Elmhurst

The #LovePurse organization collects new purses that are filled with personal care items and notes of encouragement to distribute to women in need and survivors of domestic abuse. Those interested in participating should donate new purses and unused toiletries such as feminine hygiene products, deodorant, soap, lotion, socks, face masks, compact mirrors, floss, lip balm and nail files, among other items.

The collection drive will end on Oct. 31. People with questions or concerns can call Glowiak Hilton’s office at 630-785-3177. For a complete list of locations and suggested donations visit SenatorSuzyGlowiak.com.

OAKBROOK TERRACE — Over $39 million in funding is coming to the 23^rd Senate District to build and repair infrastructure, thanks to strong support from State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton.

“Key investments in our infrastructure will help our communities continue to grow and increase accessibility for residents,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “We have to make sure our roads and bridges are safe, reliable and easy to travel.”

The largest multi-year program to build and repair infrastructure in state history will invest $50.6 billion over six years, continuing an unprecedented investment in safety, mobility and quality of life made possible by the bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital program. The Illinois Department of Transportation’s new multi-year program is both comprehensive and multimodal, with investments in roads and bridges, aviation, transit, freight and passenger rail, waterways, and bicycle and pedestrian accommodations touching every Illinois county.

As part of IDOT’s latest Multi-Year Plan under Rebuild Illinois, the district Glowiak Hilton represents will see infrastructure projects totaling more than $39 million next year.

A full list of projects in the 23rd District can be found here.