Illinois State Senator Mary Edly-Allen

Edly-Allen-backed Dillon’s Law prepares communities to act on allergic reactions starting Jan. 1

Details: Category: Press Releases; Monday, December 22, 2025 09:45 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – According to the Food Allergy Research & Education organization, 33 million Americans have a food allergy, with the most common allergies including milk, tree nuts, shellfish and peanuts. To help those having an allergic reaction, Illinoisans will soon have easier access to epinephrine under a new law championed by State Senator Mary Edly-Allen and House Assistant Majority Leader Maurice West.

“Dillon’s Law is common-sense legislation that helps our communities become better equipped to help someone experiencing an allergic reaction,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “If a person does not know they have an allergy, they may not have access to epinephrine, which is why this law could help save so many lives.”

Illinois Drug Reuse Program strengthened under new Edly-Allen law on Jan. 1

Details: Category: Press Releases; Friday, December 19, 2025 12:05 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – Nationally, an estimated $2.8 billion worth of medications are wasted annually. State Senator Mary Edly-Allen partnered with State Representative Laura Faver Dias to champion a new law to provide Illinoisans with cheaper alternatives and transparency within the Illinois Drug Reuse Program.

“Medications can be ridiculously expensive, often leaving people to decide between rent, groceries or their life-saving medicine,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “This law is critical to helping our most vulnerable communities and improves a well-established program that has helped countless Illinoisans.”

Edly-Allen law creates certified therapy dog crisis response program on Jan. 1

Details: Category: Press Releases; Thursday, December 18, 2025 08:40 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – The use of therapy dogs to aid people struggling with PTSD and anxiety has steadily increased nationwide, with over 50,000 therapy dogs in service today. State Senator Mary Edly-Allen championed a law that will increase the number of therapy dogs available during times of crisis come Jan. 1.

“Therapy dogs have the ability to help reduce stress-induced trauma, bringing instant comfort and relief,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “This law will improve officer wellness and make certified therapy K-9s more accessible to help those in a time of need.”

Trauma-informed training for law enforcement strengthened under Anna’s Law thanks to Edly-Allen

Details: Category: Press Releases; Wednesday, December 17, 2025 11:37 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, one in five women in the U.S. have experienced sexual violence in their lifetime. In the new year, sexual assault and rape survivors will soon see greater protections during case interviews to prevent re-traumatization under Anna’s Law thanks to the efforts of State Senator Mary Edly-Allen.

“As a teacher, it is extremely important to me to come from a position of helping people learn and grow. The intent of this law is to focus attention on how law enforcement handles survivors of sexual assault,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “While we have come a long way, there is still much work to be done to address this issue. And when we know better, we do better.”

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