Illinois State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel

Loughran Cappel law safeguards independence of local governments

: Category: News; Friday, August 21, 2026 01:37 PM

SPRINGFIELD – Local governments can now control their own processes under a new law led by State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel that bans software companies from telling local governments to use certain payment processing systems.

“Local governments should be able to make choices for themselves,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “They should not be beholden to outside interests telling them which payment processing systems they must use.”

Loughran Cappel invites residents for coffee in Romeoville

: Category: News; Wednesday, August 19, 2026 12:31 PM

Cappel CoffeeConversation 111026 Flyer ROMEOVILLE — Residents in the 49th District are invited to enjoy a cup of coffee and share their concerns regarding state issues with State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel on Thursday, Sept. 10.

“As state senator, I value the voices of residents in the district. Events like this help me better understand the issues most important to those in the 49th District,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I encourage residents to stop by, enjoy a cup of coffee and chat with me.”

Loughran Cappel and Bertino-Tarrant to host pet expo

: Category: News; Tuesday, August 18, 2026 02:44 PM

PLAINFIELD – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel and Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant are partnering with the Plainfield Public Library and Plainfield Park District to host their annual pet expo.

“The pet expo is a fun opportunity for families to celebrate their four-legged friends,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I encourage pet owners to stop by the pet expo, explore what the vendors have to offer, spoil your pup and spend the day outside with loved ones.”

Loughran Cappel law expands children’s eye exams to include color vision deficiency testing

: Category: News; Tuesday, August 11, 2026 09:27 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – To make sure children who have color vision deficiency, commonly referred to as “color blindness,” are identified early and receive literacy resources, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel headed a new law adding testing for color vision deficiency to children’s eye exams.

“Because testing for color blindness is not required in children’s eye exams, some students may be left without the support they need,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “By adding this type of testing, schools can know which children have color vision deficiency and take steps to make their educational experience more impactful and accessible.”

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