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Villanueva: We believe in honoring human rights

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Category: News
Wednesday, May 07, 2025 05:36 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – In response to the Department of Homeland Security Secretary’s recent visit to Illinois, State Senator Celina Villanueva (D-Chicago) released the following statement:

“As someone who has spent my entire career fighting for immigrant rights, I will not stay silent while this administration continues to demonize our communities and blame states like Illinois for a crisis they created.

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Villanueva leads measure to strengthen crime victims’ rights and prevent deceptive investigations

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Tuesday, May 06, 2025 03:43 PM
  • HB 3710
  • crime victims rights

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SPRINGFIELD – In a continued effort to ensure survivors of crime are treated with dignity and respect from the moment they come forward, State Senator Celina Villanueva is leading legislation to protect victims from deceptive practices during investigations.

“Survivors of crime deserve compassion and transparency—not manipulation,” said Senator Villanueva (D-Chicago).

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Villanueva helps secure $550,000 in job training funding for EDDR

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Wednesday, April 16, 2025 10:11 AM
  • DCEO
  • EDDR Foundation
  • Pre-apprenticeship programs

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SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Celina Villanueva secured $550,000 to help EDDR Foundation Chicago build pathways to good-paying jobs in the construction and building trades.

"This investment in EDDR Foundation is about breaking down barriers and building up opportunities for workers in our communities," said Villanueva (D-Chicago). "These pre-apprenticeship programs are a vital step toward stable, long-term careers in the trades—especially for individuals who’ve historically been left out of these opportunities."

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity awarded $19 million in grant funding through the Illinois Works Pre-apprenticeship Program to 38 organizations across the state. The purpose of the funding is to create more pathways for kids to access pre-apprenticeship programs and registered apprenticeships, which provide greater opportunities to secure lifelong careers in the construction trades. In Villanueva’s district, the EDDR Foundation’s Cook County location will see a total of $550,000 to support pre-apprenticeship students.

"Job training isn’t just about employment—it’s about equity, economic mobility, and building a stronger future for our neighborhoods," Villanueva continued. "We’re investing in people to ensure they have the resources and support they need to succeed."

To see a full list of organizations receiving grant funding across the state, click here.

Villanueva strengthens measure to regulate predatory towing

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Thursday, April 03, 2025 03:42 PM
  • SB 2040
  • Illinois Commerce Commission
  • Towing

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SPRINGFIELD – In response to predatory towing practices that take advantage of Illinois drivers, State Senator Celina Villanueva advanced legislation to strengthen enforcement against bad actors and ensure safer roads for drivers. 

"For too long, predatory towing operators have taken advantage of unsuspecting drivers, leaving them with outrageous fees, missing belongings, and no recourse,” said Villanueva (D-Chicago). “This legislation is about restoring fairness and accountability to the system, ensuring that no one falls victim to these deceptive practices.”

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More Articles …

  1. Villanueva recognizes March 25 as Equal Pay Day
  2. Villanueva leads measure to strengthen home care workforce and protect seniors
  3. Villanueva introduces bill to regulate predatory towing
  4. Karina’s Law signed to protect domestic violence survivors thanks to Villanueva
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Springfield Office:
Stratton Office Building
401 S. Spring St.
Section C, Office M
Springfield, IL 62706
217-782-5304

District Office:
2501 S. Central Park Ave.
Front Suite
Chicago, IL 60623
773-565-4661

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