Bills & Legislation

BATTLE OF MIDWAY DAY

Declares June 7, 2025 as Battle of Midway Day.

Mike PorfirioDemocrat

COURT REPORTING/CAPTIONING WK

Declares February 1 through February 8, 2025 as Court Reporting and Captioning Week in the State of Illinois.

Seth LewisRepublican

HINDU AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

Declares the month of October 2025 as Hindu American Heritage Month in the State of Illinois.

Seth LewisRepublican

CONGRATS-OMER OSMAN

Congratulates Omer Osman on his retirement and commends him for his decades of service to the Illinois Department of Transportation, his community, and his country.

Ram VillivalamDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JESSEE I ELSTON JR.

Mourns the passing of Jesse I. Elston Jr.

Napoleon Harris IIIDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ISP TPR. C. THOMPSEN

Mourns the passing of Illinois State Trooper Corey Steven Thompsen of rural St. Joseph.

Chapin RoseRepublican

MEMORIAL-GERALD M. BORRIES

Mourns the death of Gerlad M. Borries of Teutopolis.

Steve McClureRepublican

MEMORIALA-RUTH A. PRIDE

Mourns the death of Ruth Ann Pride of Otwell, Indiana.

Steve McClureRepublican

MEMORIAL-MILDRED E. PRYOR

Mourns the death of Mildred E. "Millie" Pryor of Rockford.

Steve McClureRepublican

MEMORIAL-GERALD S. SCHNEIDER

Mourns the passing of Officer Gerald S. Schneider of the Sherman Police Department.

Steve McClureRepublican

MEMORIAL-DANNY C. ALEXANDER

Mourns the passing of Danny Charles Alexander.

Steve McClureRepublican

SKIP THE PLASTIC DAY

Declares April 1, 2025 as Skip the Plastic Day in the State of Illinois. urges all residents, businesses, and visitors to reduce plastic waste and protect our environment. Commends all businesses that willingly participate in Skip the Plastic Day by only offering single-use plastic items, including straws and cutlery, by request and that take proactive steps toward reducing plastic waste. Commends all residents who refuse the use of single-use plastic items.

Michael W. HalpinDemocrat

WEAR RED DAY

Declares February 7, 2025 as Wear Red Day in the State of Illinois. Urges all residents of Illinois to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in women, and to show their support for women and the fight against heart disease by wearing the color red to commemorate this day.

Karina VillaDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DON SNEIDER

Mourns the death of Don Sneider.

Ram VillivalamDemocrat

PRADER-WILLI SYNDROME MONTH

Declares May 2025 as Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month. Express support for raising awareness and educating the public about Prader-Willi Syndrome and increasing research and funding into the causes and treatments of the disease.

Neil AndersonRepublican

DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARE-MNTH

Declares April 2025 as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in the State of Illinois. Urges the citizens and businesses of the State of Illinois to observe Distracted Driving Awareness Month by practicing safe driving behaviors and pledging to drive distraction-free.

Seth LewisRepublican

MEMORIAL-DR. SHEILA KHANNA

Mourns the death of Sheila Trikha Khanna M.D.

Emil Jones, IIIDemocrat

CONGRATS-DAVID JOENS

Congratulates Illinois State Archives Director David Joens on his retirement after 20 years as director and 35 years in state government and public service.

Doris TurnerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DAVID P. CLARK

Mourns the passing of David Paul Clark, former Fire Chief of the Des Plaines Fire Department.

Laura M. MurphyDemocrat

CPR/FIRST AID ED

Affirms the value of incorporating age-appropriate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and life-saving skills into the curriculum for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Recognizes that collaboration with medical providers and emergency response organizations could prove beneficial to the development of guidelines and resources, ensuring these age appropriate lessons are delivered effectively and safely. Recognizes that the prioritization of interactive, hands-on learning opportunities have proven effective in engaging students and making lessons impactful while maintaining adherence to safety standards. Recognizes the importance of making life-saving education an integral part of preparing young people to be not only good students but also responsible and compassionate citizens capable of responding effectively in times of crisis.

Julie A. MorrisonDemocrat

STUDENT ED. NEURODIVERGENCE

Encourages the implementation of a program in K-8 schools to mandate student education on topics of neurodivergence to reinforce Illinois' commitment to providing access to an inclusive future for all students and a safe space for all families in education, cognizant of all neurological backgrounds.

Julie A. MorrisonDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DR. OBIE RUSH

Mourns the death of Dr. Obie Rush.

Christopher BeltDemocrat

CONGRATS-HAVANA CH. OF CHRIST

Congratulates the Havana Church of Christ on achieving its 75th anniversary.

Neil AndersonRepublican

MEMORIAL-GERALD R. BLOCK

Mourns the death of Gerald R. "Jerry" Block of Danville.

Paul FaraciDemocrat

BLACK DIASPORA FREEDOM DAY

Declares January 1, 2026 as Black Diaspora Freedom Day in the State of Illinois to educate, showcase, discuss, and mend fences between the Black and Diaspora communities.

Kimberly A. LightfordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CAROLE J. KIRWAN

Mourns the passing of Carole Jean Kirwan of Ivesdale.

Emil Jones, IIIDemocrat

MEMORIAL-LEONDO L. SUDDUTH

Mourns the passing of Leondo Lee Sudduth of Minnesota.

Emil Jones, IIIDemocrat

MEMORIAL-AARON PITTMAN-TEAGUE

Mourns the passing of Aaron LaShawn Pittman-Teague.

Patrick J. JoyceDemocrat

SOCIAL SECURITY AGE INCREASE

Urges Congress to reject any proposals to raise the Social Security retirement age and instead focus on strengthening and securing the program to ensure it provides the necessary benefits to millions of Americans nationwide.

Christopher BeltDemocrat

RETAIN NAME-STARVED ROCK

Supports the name Starved Rock State Park and recognizes its importance to the local community and its brand identity. Acknowledges the concerns raised by residents and local businesses regarding the potential renaming of Starved Rock State Park, and pledges to advocate for the preservation of the park's historic name. Encourages open dialogue and collaboration with relevant stakeholders, including Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities, to address concerns and explore ways to honor the park's heritage while respecting diverse perspectives.

Sue RezinRepublican

COMMENDS-ROBERT H. FARLEY

Commends Robert Hugh Farley for his unwavering commitment to protecting children, his extraordinary contributions to law enforcement in Illinois and around the world, and the enduring legacy he leaves through the countless professionals he has trained and the many lives he has helped safeguard.

Bob MorganDemocrat

CONGRATS-T. & M. BRAXTON

Congratulates Tom and Michelle Braxton on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. Extends warm wishes for their continued happiness in the years to come.

Natalie A. ManleyDemocrat

MEMORIAL-KATHLEEN TALBERT

Mourns the passing of Kathleen Taylor Talbert.

Michael CrawfordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-HELEN PATTRICK

Mourns the passing of Helen Pattrick.

Michael CrawfordDemocrat

CONGRATS-GALE GRAVES

Congratulates Gale Graves on being named the 2026 Gurnee Days Honoree.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHRISTOPHER WIDO

Congratulates Christopher Wido, head baseball coach at Morton College, on leading the Panthers to a record-setting 41-win season and the 2026 Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference Championship. Extends best wishes for his continued success in the years to come.

Elizabeth "Lisa" HernandezDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-CONSTITUTION WEEK

Recognizes the week of September 17 through September 23, 2026 as Constitution Week.

Jeff KeicherRepublican

MEMORIAL-REV. DAVID COLEMAN

Mourns the death of Reverend David Coleman Sr.

Sonya M. HarperDemocrat

MEMORIAL-PETER J. CAMPANELLA

Mourns the passing of Peter J. Campanella Sr. of Wadsworth.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

CONGRATS-NORLYN DOSSEY

Congratulates Norlyn Dossey on playing a pivotal role in developing the radio and television systems in Vermilion County and commends him for his service to this country in the Marine Corps.

Brandun SchweizerRepublican

CONGRATS-LYNN M. DIXON

Congratulates Lynn M. Dixon on the occasion of her 70th birthday. Commends her decades of outstanding service and dedication to the City of Chicago and the State of Illinois. Wishes her continued health, happiness, and success in all her future endeavors.

Curtis J. Tarver, IIDemocrat

SEE TRACKS? THINK TRAIN WEEK

Declares the week of September 21 through September 27, 2026 as See Tracks? Think Train Week in the State of Illinois. Encourages all citizens to recognize the importance of rail safety education.

Dennis TipswordRepublican

CONGRATS-REV. DR. A. SAMPSON

Congratulates Reverend Dr. Albert "Al" Sampson on the occasion of his 88th birthday on November 27, 2026. Commends his remarkable lifetime of ministry, civil rights activism, community leadership, and service to the people of the City of Chicago, the State of Illinois, and the nation. Thanks him for continuing to remind everyone that the work of justice is inherited by every generation.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JACQUELINE CHAPPELL

Mourns the passing of Jacqueline Carrie "Jackie" Byas Chappell.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

MEXICAN AMERICAN DAY

Declares August 10 as Mexican American Day in the State of Illinois in celebration of the history, identity, achievements, and enduring contributions of Mexican Americans to the State and nation. Encourages residents, educational institutions, community organizations, businesses, and public officials throughout Illinois to observe Mexican American Day by recognizing Mexican American history and contributions and promoting understanding, civic engagement, and opportunity for future generations. Recognizes the North American Institute for Mexican Advancement (NAIMA) and the Village of Melrose Park for their roles in establishing Mexican American Day and launching an observance intended to grow from Illinois to communities throughout the nation.

Norma HernandezDemocrat

MBC AWARENESS DAY

Declares October 13, 2026 as Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day. Encourages all residents to honor those living with metastatic breast cancer, remember those lost, support awareness efforts such as #LightUpMBC, and advocate for greater equity and increased investment in metastatic breast cancer research.

Jeff KeicherRepublican

CONGRATS-CAPT. A. F. CIGANEK

Congratulates United States Army Captain Abbigail Faith Ciganek on her outstanding performance in Class #26-001 of the U.S. Army Captains Career Course in which she earned the distinction of honor graduate.

John M. CabelloRepublican