Bills & Legislation

CONGRATS-LOIS CALLAHAN

Congratulates Lois Callahan on her election to the office of National President of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) Auxiliary, serving from 2025-2026.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

CONGRATS-YAP, INC.

Congratulates Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) on achieving its 50th anniversary while continually making extraordinary contributions to our communities. Commends the organization's unwavering commitment to justice and opportunity and its ongoing efforts to create a more equitable and compassionate society.

Justin SlaughterDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHIEF KENNY RYKER

Congratulates Chief Ryker on his retirement, thanks him for his years of service to his community and to the State of Illinois, and wishes him, his wife and son, and his family the best in their future endeavors.

Blaine WilhourRepublican

RACE AMITY DAY

Declares June 14, 2026 as Race Amity Day in the State of Illinois. Invites communities across the United States of America to join in introspection and reflection on the beauty and richness of the diverse peoples of this great nation while reaching out with a spirit of amity toward one another on Race Amity Day.

Diane Blair-SherlockDemocrat

USPS-SUPPORT

Affirms that the United States Postal Service is a public service that belongs to the people and opposes any effort to dismantle, privatize, or weaken this vital institution.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

CONGRATS-ANDREW FREIHEIT

Congratulates Andrew Freiheit on his induction into the Samuel K. Gove Illinois Legislative Internship Hall of Fame and thanks him for his years of exceptional public service.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CONGRATS-ROSS G. WOLF

Congratulates Ross Garrett Wolf on being selected to the National Athletic Hall of Fame for 2025.

Adam M. NiemergRepublican

CONGRATS-ROSA THOMAS

Congratulates Rosa Thomas on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-JOJO BABY

Recognizes Jojo Baby's artistic innovation and decades of service to the LGBTQ community of Chicago. Commends Jojo Baby for their integral role in shaping the identity and artistic vibrancy of the Illinois drag performance scene and for their unwavering advocacy for diversity and inclusion.

Hoan HuynhDemocrat

COMMENDS-D. COURT HARRIS

Commends D. Court Harris on his eight years of service as chairman of the Chicago Executive Airport Board. Wishes him all the best in his future endeavors.

Tracy Katz MuhlDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JOSEPH CALDWELL

Mourns the death of Joseph Caldwell of Chicago.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

CONGRATS-JEFF KOLBUS

Congratulates Jeff Kolbus of Edwards on being elected the 2025 president-elect of the Illinois Realtors Association.

Ryan SpainRepublican

MEMORIAL-ROXIE L. FREDERICK

Mourns the passing of Roxie Lee "Rocky" Frederick Jr.

John M. CabelloRepublican

COMMENDS-ROCKFORD ANTHOLOGY

Commends The Rockford Anthology for its outstanding contribution to Illinois literature and for capturing the enduring spirit of the Rockford community. Commends Editor Rachel León and all contributing authors for their dedication to telling Rockford's story with honesty, compassion, and hope. Wishes them continued success in advancing community storytelling throughout Illinois.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

COMMEND-ALLEN J. LYNCH

Commends Sgt. Allen James Lynch on his military service and on his dedication to serving the veterans of the State of Illinois.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

MEMORIAL-LINDA N. HOEFERT

Mourns the death of Linda N. Hoefert of Mount Prospect.

Nicolle GrasseDemocrat

COMMENDS-WGU SCHOOL OF TECH

Commends Western Governors University's School of Technology for its outstanding contributions to Illinois' workforce development, economic growth, and educational innovation.

Michael CrawfordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-BISHOP JOSEPH JOHNSON

Mourns the passing of Bishop Joseph Hosea Johnson of Peoria.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DAKOTA J. WELCH

Mourns the death of Dakota James Welch.

Jed DavisRepublican

CONGRATS-U.S. MARINE CORPS

Congratulates the United States Marine Corps on its 250th birthday. Commends the sacrifices and valor displayed by Marines.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ERROL E. USHER

Mourns the death of Errol E. Usher of Ladyville, Belize.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

COMMENDS-QUAD CTY URBAN LEAGUE

Commends the Quad County Urban League (QCUL) on achieving 50 years of positive and impactful community development in service of its mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

CONGRATS-FAMILYCORE

Congratulates FamilyCore on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. Thanks the agency for its continued efforts to promote safe environments for children and families in the City of Peoria and the surrounding areas.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

CONGRATS-WILLIAM D. MCLEOD

Congratulates Mayor William D. "Bill" McLeod of the Village of Hoffman Estates on 45 years of dedicated public service. Thanks him for his continued service and dedication to the community of Hoffman Estates, the region, and the State.

Anna MoellerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ANTOINE L. MERRICK

Mourns the passing of Antoine Lamar Merrick of Chicago Heights.

Marcus C. Evans, Jr.Democrat

CONGRATS-THOMAS E. RYAN JR.

Congratulates Thomas E. Ryan Jr. on his retirement as president & business manager of Carpenters Union Local 13. Wishes him the best in all of his future endeavors.

Mary GillDemocrat

MEMORIAL-EUNICE ALEXANDER

Mourns the death of Eunice Alexander.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

CONGRATS-BELLE VALLEY SD 119

Congratulates Belle Valley School District 119 on achieving its 150th anniversary and its enduring contributions to education and community.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

CELEBRATE-BOB NEWHART

Celebrates the life and legacy of Bob Newhart, one of America's most beloved and celebrated comedians.

Kelly M. CassidyDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-CONSTITUTION WEEK

Recognizes the week of September 17 through September 23, 2025 as Constitution Week.

Jeff KeicherRepublican

CONGRATS-SO ILL BUILDERS ASSOC

Congratulates the Southern Illinois Builders Association on its 80th anniversary and wishes them continued success in building the future, both for the construction industry and the communities it supports.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

CONGRATS-HEATHERRIDGE

Congratulates the HeatherRidge development and neighborhood in the Village of Gurnee on achieving its 50th anniversary.

Laura Faver DiasDemocrat

CONGRATS-ROCK OF AGES CHURCH

Congratulates Rock of Ages Baptist Church in Maywood on achieving its 75th anniversary.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

MEMORIAL-RAYMOND B. LEE

Mourns the death of Raymond Ben-Kuey Lee of Chicago.

Theresa MahDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CHARLES J. KIRK

Mourns the passing of Charles James "Charlie" Kirk.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

MEMORIAL-RICHARD E. NORTHERN

Mourns the passing of Richard E. "Hap" Northern of Quincy.

Kyle MooreRepublican

MEMORIAL-CHARLIE KIRK

Mourns the death of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA.

Martin McLaughlinRepublican

PBC AWARENESS MONTH

Declares September 2025 as Primary Biliary Cholangitis Awareness Month in the State of Illinois. Calls upon Illinois residents, health professionals, and community leaders to join in supporting education, advocacy, and solidarity for all those living with Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC).

Sonya M. HarperDemocrat

CONGRATS-CRETE TOWNSHIP

Congratulates Crete Township in Will County on the occasion of its 175th anniversary of township government operations.

Anthony DeLucaDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-S. AUSTRALIA HOUSE

Recognizes and celebrates the establishment of a legislative friendship with the House of Assembly of South Australia. Expresses commitment to ongoing collaboration, mutual support, and shared advocacy for the cause of representative government as a fundamental human right. Expresses hope that this relationship serves as a model for other legislative bodies around the world to form bonds rooted in democracy, peace, and mutual respect.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY WEEK

Declares the week of September 21 through September 27, 2025 as Surgical Technology Week in the State of Illinois. Honors these dedicated healthcare professionals for their hard work and expertise in patient safety in the operating room that often goes unnoticed. Recognizes their educators for providing them with specialized training in surgical technology.

Michelle MussmanDemocrat

CONGRATS-METHODIST COLLEGE

Congratulates Methodist College on achieving its 125th anniversary. Wishes the institution continued success in the years to come.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

CONGRATS-IBEW LOCAL 134

Congratulates International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134 and its members, past and present, for 125 years of craftsmanship and service that have helped power Chicago's growth into one of the world's great cities. Wishes them many more years of excellence ahead.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

Declares Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15, 2025. Encourages all residents to participate in activities, ceremonies, and educational programs that honor the achievements and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

Barbara HernandezDemocrat

CONGRATS-KASKASKIA COLLEGE

Congratulates Kaskaskia College on its 85th anniversary. Commends its historic role as Illinois' first recognized community college under the Illinois Community College Act of 1965. Commends the leadership of Kaskaskia College President George Evans, the board of trustees, the faculty, the staff, and the administration for their dedication to providing high-quality education and workforce training, positively impacting the lives of countless students, alumni, and families.

Charles MeierRepublican

CONGRATS-DEBORAH HUMPHREY

Congratulates Deborah Humphrey on her retirement as executive director of the Madison County Mental Health Board. Thanks her for her decades of extraordinary service and leadership to the people of Madison County and the State of Illinois. Wishes her continued success and happiness in all of her future endeavors.

Katie StuartDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DANISE S. HABUN

Mourns the death of Danise Susanne Habun of Elgin.

Anna MoellerDemocrat

GREAT LAKES WATERFRONT TRAIL

Supports work being done towards the creation of the U.S. Great Lakes Waterfront Trail. Urges Illinois state agencies to continue to coordinate with other states on a shared identity for this regional trail.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHI HEIGHTS ALUM CH.

Congratulates the Chicago Heights Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. on the occasion of its 60th anniversary. Extends best wishes for continued success and service in the years to come.

William "Will" DavisDemocrat

CONGRATS-MAXIMUS

Congratulates Maximus on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. Wishes the company continued success.

Lisa DavisDemocrat