Bills & Legislation

CONGRATS-TOM MORRISSEY

Congratulates Tom Morrissey on his retirement as chairperson of the board of directors for Challenge Unlimited, Inc. Thanks him for his dedication to nonprofit service throughout his life.

Amy ElikRepublican

MEMORIAL-YOLANDA ORANGE-BERRY

Mourns the passing of Yolanda Ngini Orange-Berry.

Sonya M. HarperDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHARLES EARLEY

Congratulates Charles Earley, better known by his professional name "Chuck Collins", on his retirement from WEEK-TV. Thanks him for his years of distinguished service. Wishes him a joyful, healthy, and fulfilling retirement.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

CONGRATS-MAAP

Congratulates the Metropolitan Airport Authority of Peoria (MAAP) on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

Ryan SpainRepublican

CONGRATS-WESTVILLE SOFTBALL

Congratulates the Westville Junior High School softball team, the Wildcats, on winning the 2025 IESA Class 2A state championship and recognizes all of the contributions made by the players, coaches, and families who have impacted their team and school for the better.

Brandun SchweizerRepublican

GENETIC COUNSELOR DAY

Declares November 13, 2025 as Genetic Counselor Appreciation Day in the State of Illinois. Recognizes that the sequencing of the human genome is one of the most significant scientific accomplishments of the past hundred years and expresses support for genetic counselors, who are using this research to improve the lives of many throughout the State.

Nabeela SyedDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CORDELL B. SMITH

Mourns the death of Cordell Byron Smith of Chicago.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

MEMORIAL-MORGAN DUBIEL

Mourns the passing of Morgan Dubiel of Niles.

Michael J. KellyDemocrat

MICHAEL JORDAN DAY

Declares June 23, 2026 as Michael Jordan Day.

Anthony DeLucaDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHIEF BRIAN SMITH

Congratulates Police Chief Brian Smith of the Gurnee Police Department on the occasion of his retirement. Thanks him for his more than 25 years of dedicated service to the residents of the Village of Gurnee and the State of Illinois.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

ONE HOPE UNITED DAY

Declares October 8, 2025 and October 8, 2026 as One Hope United Day. Congratulates One Hope United on its 130th anniversary.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

CONGRATS-WAUBONSIE VALLEY HS

Congratulates Waubonsie Valley High School on its 50th anniversary.

Laura Faver DiasDemocrat

COMMEND-REP. FLYN CURRIE

Commends former Illinois State Representative Barbara Flynn Currie for her decades of service, her trailblazing leadership, and her lifelong commitment to building a more just and equitable Illinois, and congratulates her on receiving the IWIL Training Academy's 2025 Trailblazers Award.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

CONGRATS-MAJOR CAMERON JONES

Extends warm congratulations to Major Cameron Jones of the United States Air Force on his selection as a 2025 astronaut candidate by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Supports Major Jones as he undergoes the further grueling training necessary as the future flight crews are selected by NASA for future American missions into space. Looks forward to seeing the name of Illinois' Major Jones on the news wires of the world as he flies above it.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

MEMORIAL-RYAN R. WHITEHOUSE

Mourns the death of Ryan Roy Whitehouse.

Sharon ChungDemocrat

CONGRATS-AURORA ACTIONAIRES

Congratulates Aurora Actionaires on 50 years of service to the Aurora community.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

MEMORIAL-A. FAIRCHILD JONES

Mourns the death of Arnita "Anita" Fairchild Jones.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

CONGRATS-LINCOLN-WAY WRESTLING

Congratulates Coach Josh Napier and all members of the Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 girls wrestling co-op team on a successful 2024-2025 season and for winning the 2025 Illinois Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association (IWCOA) Girls Dual Team State Championship.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

CONGRATS-SUE EBERLE

Congratulates Sue Eberle on her retirement from the Northeastern Federation of Labor.

Laura Faver DiasDemocrat

MEMORIAL-THOMAS M. YUCUIS

Mourns the death of Thomas M. "Tom" Yucuis of East Dundee.

Suzanne M. NessDemocrat

CONGRATS-PATRICK STATTER

Congratulates Patrick Statter on his retirement from the Northeastern Federation of Labor.

Bob MorganDemocrat

CONGRATS-THE SUTER COMPANY

Congratulates The Suter Company on the occasion of its 100th anniversary while serving as a leading example of innovation and as an asset to the State. Commends all the contributions made by its leaders and employees who have had an impact on the health of the company, the community, the country, and the world.

Jeff KeicherRepublican

GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY

Declares June 6, 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Day and encourages all citizens to support their communities' efforts to prevent the tragic effects of gun violence and to honor and value human lives.

Sonya M. HarperDemocrat

CONGRATS-GOLDEN APPLE WINNERS

Congratulates Venessa Andrew, Brigid Gerace, Clare Billingham, Gloria Moyer, Gerard Kovach, Samuel Dyson, Paul Karafiol, Scott Galson, Benjamin Walker, Mary Ridley, and Melitza Rodriguez for earning a Golden Apple Award.

Margaret CrokeDemocrat

CONGRATS-MARSHALL CITY BAND

Congratulates the Marshall City Band on its 150th year of service to the community. Congratulates all of the generations of talented musicians who have offered their services to provide the City of Marshall with entertainment and culture during the summer season on the success of the Marshall City Band.

Adam M. NiemergRepublican

CONGRATS-DR. JANINE JANOSKY

Congratulates Dr. Janine Janosky on her success while serving as President of Richard J. Daley College, her exemplary leadership, and her dedication to the students, faculty, staff, and community of Richard J. Daley College.

Angelica Guerrero-CuellarDemocrat

COMMEND-MICHAEL ROSENBAUM

Commends Michael Rosenbaum on crafting sensible legislation and thanks him for his commitment to public safety.

Rita MayfieldDemocrat

COMMEND-DR. BRIAN MENTZER

Commends Dr. Brian Mentzer on his years of service to Belleville Township High School 201.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

MEMORIAL-R. E. HUDSON NICHOLS

Mourns the passing of Ruth Earl Hudson Nichols.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

RECOGNIZE-HANOVER PARK

Recognizes the Village of Hanover Park's 2025 Juneteenth celebration as a time to reflect and to commemorate the end of slavery.

Fred CrespoDemocrat

CONGRATS-ANDREA SMITH

Congratulates Andrea Smith on being recognized as the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR) 2025 Illinois Direct Support Professional of the Year.

David FriessRepublican

MEMORIAL-CLEVELAND THOMAS

Mourns the death of Cleveland Thomas Jr. of Peoria.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

CONGRATS-CARROLLTON HS SBALL

Congratulates the Carrollton High School softball team, the Lady Hawks, on winning the 2024-2025 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 1A State Championship. Acknowledges all the contributions made by the coaches, players, families, and community for making a positive impact towards the team achieving a successful season.

Christopher "C.D." DavidsmeyerRepublican

MEMORIAL-SR. ROSEMARY CONNELLY

Mourns the passing of Sister Rosemary Connelly, RSM.

Kevin John OlickalDemocrat

CONGRATS-MORRISON HS BOYS T&F

Congratulates the Morrison High School boys track and field team, the Mustangs, on winning the 2024-2025 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 1A State Championship. Wishes its members future success in their athletic and academic pursuits.

Ryan SpainRepublican

ANTIQUE TRACTOR PRESERV. DAY

Declares August 22, 2026 as Antique Tractor Preservation Day. Encourages educational institutions, historical societies, and community groups across the State to participate in events and activities that honor the legacy of antique tractors and those who preserve them.

Travis WeaverRepublican

MEMORIAL-MAY YOUNG CHIN

Mourns the death of May Young Chin.

Theresa MahDemocrat

CONGRATS-RABBI ELLEN DREYFUS

Congratulates Rabbi Ellen Dreyfus on her retirement. Thanks her for her dedicated service to her congregation and community. Wishes her the best at the close of her distinguished career.

Bob MorganDemocrat

CONGRATS-MARY JO IMPERATO

Congratulates Mary Jo Imperato on the occasion of her retirement. Thanks her for her decades of dedicated service to Hanover Township and the State of Illinois. Wishes her health, happiness, and fulfillment in all her future endeavors.

Fred CrespoDemocrat

CONGRATS-LORI OROZCO

Congratulates Lori Orozco on the occasion of her retirement. Expresses heartfelt gratitude for her many years of dedicated public service. Wishes her continued happiness, health, and fulfillment in the years to come.

Fred CrespoDemocrat

CONGRATS-LINCOLN ESD 156

Congratulates Lincoln Elementary School District (ESD) 156 in Calumet City on achieving its 100th anniversary. Wishes Lincoln ESD 156 continued success in its ongoing legacy of academic excellence and community service.

Nicholas K. SmithDemocrat

COMMENDS-MARGARET FRISBIE

Commends Margaret Frisbie for 25 years of extraordinary service to Friends of the Chicago River, thanks her for her visionary leadership and tireless advocacy, and acknowledges her enduring impact on the environment and the people of Illinois.

Ann M. WilliamsDemocrat

RECOGNIZE-MOUND BAYOU, MS

Recognizes the importance of Mound Bayou, Mississippi. Commends all persons involved in bring the Mound Bayou project to fruition. Urges all Illinois residents to reflect on the enduring impact of Mound Bayou as a symbol of Black excellence, economic sovereignty, and cultural pride.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

CONGRATS-DR. M. CONNIE DYER

Congratulates Dr. M. Connie Dyer on the occasion of her 80th birthday on July 30, 2025. Thanks her for her continued contributions to her community and the City of Chicago.

Sonya M. HarperDemocrat

MEMORIAL-HELEN M. JACKSON

Mourns the death of Helen Margaret (Norwood) Jackson.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

CONGRATS-KEVIN YATES

Congratulates Kevin Yates on the occasion of celebrating 25 years of service as executive director of the Chillicothe Park District (CPD).

Ryan SpainRepublican

HONORS-VICTOR GÓMEZ

Honors Victor Gómez as 2025 Illinois Teacher of the Year and wishes him well as he represents Illinois teachers during his current year of honor.

Brad StephensRepublican

CONGRATS-MACHI NELSON

Congratulates Machi Nelson on achieving first place in the high jump at the 2025 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 3A Boys Track and Field State Finals. Wishes him continued success in his future endeavors.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

MEMORIAL-RANDALL L. COOKE

Mourns the death of Randall Lee "Randy" Cooke of Chatham.

Wayne A. RosenthalRepublican

CONGRATS-WALTER BURNETT JR.

Congratulates Alderman Walter Burnett Jr. on his retirement after 30 years of serving the people of Chicago 27th Ward and expresses gratitude for his unwavering service and leadership.

Jawaharial WilliamsDemocrat