Illinois State Senator Mary Edly-Allen

Edly-Allen law to strengthen juvenile justice accountability and youth support

Details: Category: Press Releases; Friday, August 07, 2026 03:38 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – According to the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice, Illinois currently has approximately 200 youth in secure custody, with most released within six to eight months, highlighting the importance of maintaining continuity in oversight and care during and after their time in the system. To address this, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen advanced a new law to improve transparency and ensure better support for youth involved in the juvenile justice system.

“Every young person in our justice system deserves accountability, support and a clear path forward,” said Edly-Allen (D-Grayslake). “This law ensures courts remain informed while also making sure youth are supported through every step of their transition back into the community.”

Edly-Allen law to expand protections for injured correctional officers

Details: Category: Press Releases; Friday, August 07, 2026 03:38 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – Correctional officers experience one of the highest injury rates of any profession - over 254 injuries per 10,000 workers annually, leading State Senator Mary Edly-Allen to pass a new law ensuring that correctional officers and sheriff’s office employees receive the care and stability they deserve after being injured on the job.

“Every day, correctional officers step into environments that most of us will never fully understand,” said Edly-Allen (D-Grayslake). “When they are injured in the line of duty, they should not have to worry about losing their health care or financial security while they recover.”

Transparency in faculty workload reporting at colleges and universities to increase under Edly-Allen law

Details: Category: Press Releases; Tuesday, August 04, 2026 07:51 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – Nationally, more than 70% of college faculty are now non-tenure-track instructors, highlighting growing concerns about workload balance and employment conditions in higher education, leading State Senator Mary Edly-Allen to spearhead a new law that will require annual reporting on faculty teaching loads.

“Students and educators alike benefit from transparency in our higher education system,” said Edly-Allen (D-Grayslake), who chairs the Senate Higher Education Committee. “Providing clear data about faculty teaching loads helps ensure institutions are supporting educators appropriately and maintaining strong academic programs for students.”

Edly-Allen law to strengthen protections for seniors and individuals with disabilities receiving home care services

Details: Category: Press Releases; Tuesday, August 04, 2026 07:48 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – According to the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, three million Americans - one in four adults - are providing ongoing care for older adults, people with serious illnesses, or those with disabilities. To help protect some of Illinois’ most vulnerable residents, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen advanced a new law to ensure assisted living and community-based care facilities only refer residents to licensed home service providers.

“When families are searching for care for a loved one, they should be able to trust that referrals from a care facility meet Illinois’ licensing and safety standards,” said Edly-Allen (D-Grayslake). “This law helps ensure residents and their families receive accurate information and are connected with providers who have met the state’s requirements.”

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