State Senator Laura Murphy

08/12/2026

I was honored to speak at the graduation ceremony for the newest class of EMTs from Superior Ambulance! As EMS professionals, these young professionals will care for those living and working in our communities. Congratulations to the graduates!

08/12/2026

Looking for assistance with state services or resources? Stop by our booth at the Schaumburg Farmers Market on Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon or the Park Ridge Farmers Market on Aug. 15 from 8:30-9:50 a.m.

Please reach out to my district office at 817-718-1110 with any questions. I hope you can make it!

08/11/2026

Coming up soon! Our job fair with State Representative Michelle Mussman and State Representative Justin Cochran is next week. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to build connections with employers in the area. I encourage all job to take advantage!

⏰ When: Monday, Aug. 17 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the general public (open at 10 a.m. for veterans)
📍 Where: Des Plaines Public Library (1501 Ellinwood St.) in Meeting Rooms B & C

Register for the event here: https://shorturl.at/dZnsp

08/06/2026

On Aug 11, our office along with other federal and state representatives' offices will be available at the Des Plaines Public Library from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Stop by with any questions you have, and let us know how we can assist you with state services. We hope to see you there!

08/06/2026

I am excited to announce that I will be joining State Representative Michelle Mussman and State Representative Justin Cochran to host a job fair for job seekers this August! The job fair will be on Aug. 17, located in Meeting Rooms B and C at the Des Plaines Public Library at 1501 Ellinwood St. The event will be open to veterans from 10 to 10:30 a.m., before being opened to the public from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. I hope you can join us!

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08/06/2026

08/04/2026

I am pleased to announce that two pieces of legislation I led through the Senate were recently signed into law.

- To address instances of domestic abusers using recording devices to intimidate victims in courtrooms, I passed a law that prohibits the recording of a victim or witness inside of state courthouses. Illinois has zero tolerance for those who try to intimidate or harass domestic violence victims, and this law fortifies that truth.
Read more: https://shorturl.at/sIyga

- Additionally, I passed a law to expand eligibility for households near O'Hare Airport to receive appropriate sound insulation in preparation for the expanding O'Hare Airport Modernization Program.
Read more: https://shorturl.at/6MFal

I am proud to have passed these measures and will continue to prioritize legislation that puts the people of Illinois and the 28th District, first. Both laws take effect on Jan. 1, 2027.

08/04/2026

Don't miss out on the opportunity to receive free repairs on your taillights, headlights or license plate lights on your car! The lightsaver program hosted by Cook County Sheriff Thomas Dart is coming up next week and still has openings! The event will be on Aug. 14 from 9 a.m to noon at Oasis Mobile Home Park (7500 Elmhurst Road).

Pre-registration is required before August 10: https://shorturl.at/vOQ7L

08/03/2026

Attention commuters in the 28th District! The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that repairs by Union Pacific to a railroad crossing on U.S. 12 (Lee Street), south of U.S. 14 (Miner Street) in Des Plaines will require a full closure starting at 9 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 17.

A detour will direct the public to Oakton Street, River Road and U.S. 14. The work is being overseen by the railroad and is expected to be completed by 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28.

08/03/2026

Our last community blood drive was a huge success! I am proud of our community for stepping up and helping to give blood during a time when we're facing devastating blood supply shortages. If you missed our last event, there's another coming up! Join us at Des Plaines Public Library on Thursday, Aug. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to help save lives this summer.

Register here: https://shorturl.at/7etOJ