State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel
@senatormeg.bsky.social
Illinois State Senator for the 49th District
“In the wake of the federal funding loss, we also need to be responsible with our spending. I am hopeful that we can pass a budget that moves Illinois forward, supports working families and keeps essential programs funded.”
Read my full budget address reaction statement here: tinyurl.com/y563sy2z
Read my full budget address reaction statement here: tinyurl.com/y563sy2z
February 18, 2026 at 10:47 PM
“In the wake of the federal funding loss, we also need to be responsible with our spending. I am hopeful that we can pass a budget that moves Illinois forward, supports working families and keeps essential programs funded.”
Read my full budget address reaction statement here: tinyurl.com/y563sy2z
Read my full budget address reaction statement here: tinyurl.com/y563sy2z
Check it out: Episode 9 of Catching Up with Cappel is now available on Spotify! You'll hear an update from me, as well as an interview with Ben Stortz from Cornerstone Services.
Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/6XLm...
Find out more about Cornerstone Services at www.CornerstoneServices.org.
Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/6XLm...
Find out more about Cornerstone Services at www.CornerstoneServices.org.
February 13, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Check it out: Episode 9 of Catching Up with Cappel is now available on Spotify! You'll hear an update from me, as well as an interview with Ben Stortz from Cornerstone Services.
Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/6XLm...
Find out more about Cornerstone Services at www.CornerstoneServices.org.
Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/6XLm...
Find out more about Cornerstone Services at www.CornerstoneServices.org.
I always enjoy meeting with local residents for traveling office hours and learning what their needs and concerns are. Traveling office hours are also a way for my office to give back to our community and assist residents.
February 13, 2026 at 3:43 PM
I always enjoy meeting with local residents for traveling office hours and learning what their needs and concerns are. Traveling office hours are also a way for my office to give back to our community and assist residents.
I have employed interns from the Will County Summer Internship Program during the past two years and been impressed with their work ethic and talent. The deadline is quickly approaching, so make sure you apply. This is a great opportunity for our community!
February 11, 2026 at 3:06 PM
I have employed interns from the Will County Summer Internship Program during the past two years and been impressed with their work ethic and talent. The deadline is quickly approaching, so make sure you apply. This is a great opportunity for our community!
To celebrate and honor those who served our country, I'm hosting a veterans appreciation breakfast event ahead of the Veterans Day holiday.
📆 Saturday, Nov. 1 at 9:30 a.m.
📍 Plainfield Township Community Center
☎️ Registration by calling my office at 815-267-6119
More info here: shorturl.at/6nd7I
📆 Saturday, Nov. 1 at 9:30 a.m.
📍 Plainfield Township Community Center
☎️ Registration by calling my office at 815-267-6119
More info here: shorturl.at/6nd7I
October 1, 2025 at 4:23 PM
To celebrate and honor those who served our country, I'm hosting a veterans appreciation breakfast event ahead of the Veterans Day holiday.
📆 Saturday, Nov. 1 at 9:30 a.m.
📍 Plainfield Township Community Center
☎️ Registration by calling my office at 815-267-6119
More info here: shorturl.at/6nd7I
📆 Saturday, Nov. 1 at 9:30 a.m.
📍 Plainfield Township Community Center
☎️ Registration by calling my office at 815-267-6119
More info here: shorturl.at/6nd7I
Mark your calendars for the next Coffee with Cappel on Oct. 21 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Fountaindale Public Library!
More info here: www.senatorloughrancappel.com/news/events/...
More info here: www.senatorloughrancappel.com/news/events/...
September 29, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Mark your calendars for the next Coffee with Cappel on Oct. 21 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Fountaindale Public Library!
More info here: www.senatorloughrancappel.com/news/events/...
More info here: www.senatorloughrancappel.com/news/events/...
Yesterday was the official ribbon cutting of the new Mental Health Center at Joliet Junior College. Thank you to Rep. Dagmara Avelar for making your vision a reality, JJC Board of Trustees who prioritize student wellness everyday and all who have been a part of this project phenomenal project.
September 24, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Yesterday was the official ribbon cutting of the new Mental Health Center at Joliet Junior College. Thank you to Rep. Dagmara Avelar for making your vision a reality, JJC Board of Trustees who prioritize student wellness everyday and all who have been a part of this project phenomenal project.
Last week at our Grand Haven office hours, we had many great conversations! State Representative Natalie Manley and I are happy to have discussions like this with our community so we can talk about important topics and hear thoughts from the public.
September 8, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Last week at our Grand Haven office hours, we had many great conversations! State Representative Natalie Manley and I are happy to have discussions like this with our community so we can talk about important topics and hear thoughts from the public.
Traveling Office Hours next Wednesday in Plainfield! 📆
September 5, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Traveling Office Hours next Wednesday in Plainfield! 📆
Recently, I heard from constituents regarding local, state and federal concerns at the Senior Health & Wellness Expo hosted by C.W. Avery YMCA, Plainfield Township, Plainfield Park District and Rep. Harry Benton. A big thank you to the hosts and the people who shared their thoughts with me!
September 3, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Recently, I heard from constituents regarding local, state and federal concerns at the Senior Health & Wellness Expo hosted by C.W. Avery YMCA, Plainfield Township, Plainfield Park District and Rep. Harry Benton. A big thank you to the hosts and the people who shared their thoughts with me!
Don't forget the Rescue Rally & Pet Expo coming up this week that I'm hosting in partnership with Will Co. Executive and Plainfield Public Library!
See all the details below!🐕
See all the details below!🐕
September 2, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Don't forget the Rescue Rally & Pet Expo coming up this week that I'm hosting in partnership with Will Co. Executive and Plainfield Public Library!
See all the details below!🐕
See all the details below!🐕
I learned so much while touring the Three Rivers Manufacturing Association in Joliet! TRMA provides OSHA and psi approved training to local manufacturers and contractors, with their mission being to promote manufacturing excellence and improve the general manufacturing climate within the area.
August 18, 2025 at 4:49 PM
I learned so much while touring the Three Rivers Manufacturing Association in Joliet! TRMA provides OSHA and psi approved training to local manufacturers and contractors, with their mission being to promote manufacturing excellence and improve the general manufacturing climate within the area.
Two measures I sponsored were signed into law!
HB 3851: adds to the definition of cyberbullying and addresses artificial intelligence in the school code ➡️ tinyurl.com/3851SIgned
SB 2602: allows individuals trafficked or exploited as minors more time to bring forth charges ➡️ tinyurl.com/2602Signed
HB 3851: adds to the definition of cyberbullying and addresses artificial intelligence in the school code ➡️ tinyurl.com/3851SIgned
SB 2602: allows individuals trafficked or exploited as minors more time to bring forth charges ➡️ tinyurl.com/2602Signed
August 15, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Two measures I sponsored were signed into law!
HB 3851: adds to the definition of cyberbullying and addresses artificial intelligence in the school code ➡️ tinyurl.com/3851SIgned
SB 2602: allows individuals trafficked or exploited as minors more time to bring forth charges ➡️ tinyurl.com/2602Signed
HB 3851: adds to the definition of cyberbullying and addresses artificial intelligence in the school code ➡️ tinyurl.com/3851SIgned
SB 2602: allows individuals trafficked or exploited as minors more time to bring forth charges ➡️ tinyurl.com/2602Signed
It was an honor to speak with Rush University's Road Home Program administrators & staff. The Road Home Program offers mental health support to veterans free of charge. Through the guidance of Senator Michael Hastings, we were able to secure $1M for expansion.
August 15, 2025 at 7:09 PM
It was an honor to speak with Rush University's Road Home Program administrators & staff. The Road Home Program offers mental health support to veterans free of charge. Through the guidance of Senator Michael Hastings, we were able to secure $1M for expansion.
On August 26, I am hosting another Coffee with Cappel event!
This time, we will be at Urban Kitchen in Crest Hill from 11a.m.-1p.m.☕
This time, we will be at Urban Kitchen in Crest Hill from 11a.m.-1p.m.☕
August 11, 2025 at 6:18 PM
On August 26, I am hosting another Coffee with Cappel event!
This time, we will be at Urban Kitchen in Crest Hill from 11a.m.-1p.m.☕
This time, we will be at Urban Kitchen in Crest Hill from 11a.m.-1p.m.☕
I am teaming up with Will County Executive and State Representative Natalie Manley for two upcoming Produce Pop-up events! 🍏🌽🍉
📆 Tuesday, Aug. 19 from 3 - 5p.m. at Moran Athletic Club in Joliet
📆Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 3-5p.m. at High Point in Romeoville
📆 Tuesday, Aug. 19 from 3 - 5p.m. at Moran Athletic Club in Joliet
📆Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 3-5p.m. at High Point in Romeoville
August 6, 2025 at 2:57 PM
I am teaming up with Will County Executive and State Representative Natalie Manley for two upcoming Produce Pop-up events! 🍏🌽🍉
📆 Tuesday, Aug. 19 from 3 - 5p.m. at Moran Athletic Club in Joliet
📆Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 3-5p.m. at High Point in Romeoville
📆 Tuesday, Aug. 19 from 3 - 5p.m. at Moran Athletic Club in Joliet
📆Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 3-5p.m. at High Point in Romeoville
Development in the District is always exciting to see!
I was able to get a sneak peak at the new Hollywood Casino in Joliet. From the parking garage to the restaurant boulevard, everything is state of the art.
The grand opening is Aug. 11 and I'm excited to see what they bring to the community!
I was able to get a sneak peak at the new Hollywood Casino in Joliet. From the parking garage to the restaurant boulevard, everything is state of the art.
The grand opening is Aug. 11 and I'm excited to see what they bring to the community!
July 31, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Development in the District is always exciting to see!
I was able to get a sneak peak at the new Hollywood Casino in Joliet. From the parking garage to the restaurant boulevard, everything is state of the art.
The grand opening is Aug. 11 and I'm excited to see what they bring to the community!
I was able to get a sneak peak at the new Hollywood Casino in Joliet. From the parking garage to the restaurant boulevard, everything is state of the art.
The grand opening is Aug. 11 and I'm excited to see what they bring to the community!
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has kicked off in Will Co.!
For all kids registered, ages birth to 5 will receive a high-quality, age-appropriate book one a month, at no cost to the family! What an amazing resource for our area.
TO SIGN UP, CLICK THIS LINK➡️ imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliat...
For all kids registered, ages birth to 5 will receive a high-quality, age-appropriate book one a month, at no cost to the family! What an amazing resource for our area.
TO SIGN UP, CLICK THIS LINK➡️ imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliat...
July 29, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has kicked off in Will Co.!
For all kids registered, ages birth to 5 will receive a high-quality, age-appropriate book one a month, at no cost to the family! What an amazing resource for our area.
TO SIGN UP, CLICK THIS LINK➡️ imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliat...
For all kids registered, ages birth to 5 will receive a high-quality, age-appropriate book one a month, at no cost to the family! What an amazing resource for our area.
TO SIGN UP, CLICK THIS LINK➡️ imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliat...
Mark your calendars for September 6! Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and I are hosting a Rescue Rally & Pet Expo in collaboration with Plainfield Area Public Library.
This is a FREE event with activities ranging from pet adoptions, food trucks, pet parade and more!
This is a FREE event with activities ranging from pet adoptions, food trucks, pet parade and more!
July 28, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Mark your calendars for September 6! Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and I are hosting a Rescue Rally & Pet Expo in collaboration with Plainfield Area Public Library.
This is a FREE event with activities ranging from pet adoptions, food trucks, pet parade and more!
This is a FREE event with activities ranging from pet adoptions, food trucks, pet parade and more!
What started years ago around a kitchen table has evolved into this beautiful facility designed to support our local veterans.
AllenForce is a facility to foster successful transition for Veterans and families through health, fitness and therapeutic recreation! The wait was worth it!
AllenForce is a facility to foster successful transition for Veterans and families through health, fitness and therapeutic recreation! The wait was worth it!
July 28, 2025 at 2:08 PM
What started years ago around a kitchen table has evolved into this beautiful facility designed to support our local veterans.
AllenForce is a facility to foster successful transition for Veterans and families through health, fitness and therapeutic recreation! The wait was worth it!
AllenForce is a facility to foster successful transition for Veterans and families through health, fitness and therapeutic recreation! The wait was worth it!
We are so excited for the Back to School Fair tomorrow! Come on by Joliet West High School Cafeteria for all the fun, games and school supplies.
We couldn't put on this event without all the amazing vendors who offer to participate every year - Thank you so much vendors!!
We couldn't put on this event without all the amazing vendors who offer to participate every year - Thank you so much vendors!!
July 25, 2025 at 3:27 PM
We are so excited for the Back to School Fair tomorrow! Come on by Joliet West High School Cafeteria for all the fun, games and school supplies.
We couldn't put on this event without all the amazing vendors who offer to participate every year - Thank you so much vendors!!
We couldn't put on this event without all the amazing vendors who offer to participate every year - Thank you so much vendors!!
This Saturday, State Rep. Natalie Manley and I are hosting our annual Back-to-School fair!
I love hosting this event and seeing students get excited for the upcoming school year. Come check us out Saturday at Joliet West High School, there will be vendors, games, school supplies and more! 📚🏫
I love hosting this event and seeing students get excited for the upcoming school year. Come check us out Saturday at Joliet West High School, there will be vendors, games, school supplies and more! 📚🏫
July 21, 2025 at 2:43 PM
This Saturday, State Rep. Natalie Manley and I are hosting our annual Back-to-School fair!
I love hosting this event and seeing students get excited for the upcoming school year. Come check us out Saturday at Joliet West High School, there will be vendors, games, school supplies and more! 📚🏫
I love hosting this event and seeing students get excited for the upcoming school year. Come check us out Saturday at Joliet West High School, there will be vendors, games, school supplies and more! 📚🏫
It was my pleasure to support the Paraclete Ministries NFP Grandparents raising grandchildren fundraising event this weekend.
Navigating through education, health & paperwork can be daunting for these grandparents which is why groups like these are so important to support one another!
Navigating through education, health & paperwork can be daunting for these grandparents which is why groups like these are so important to support one another!
July 15, 2025 at 1:03 PM
It was my pleasure to support the Paraclete Ministries NFP Grandparents raising grandchildren fundraising event this weekend.
Navigating through education, health & paperwork can be daunting for these grandparents which is why groups like these are so important to support one another!
Navigating through education, health & paperwork can be daunting for these grandparents which is why groups like these are so important to support one another!
To remember those who have given their lives is absolutely necessary. I had the honor and the privilege to attend the Street Naming Ceremony in memory of Joliet native Staff Sergeant Jose Duenez, Jr.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, young son, family and community.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, young son, family and community.
July 14, 2025 at 5:33 PM
To remember those who have given their lives is absolutely necessary. I had the honor and the privilege to attend the Street Naming Ceremony in memory of Joliet native Staff Sergeant Jose Duenez, Jr.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, young son, family and community.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, young son, family and community.
For the last two years, I've partnered with the Illinois Farm Bureau in their Adopt a Legislator program. Visiting the Ford Iroquois Farm Bureau during this time has been a great educational experience for me!
July 10, 2025 at 4:33 PM
For the last two years, I've partnered with the Illinois Farm Bureau in their Adopt a Legislator program. Visiting the Ford Iroquois Farm Bureau during this time has been a great educational experience for me!