Bills & Legislation

CONGRATS-VFW POST #1422

Congratulates Bushnell VFW Post #1422 on celebrating 100 years of service to the veterans and community of the City of Bushnell.

Dan SwansonRepublican

CONGRATS-TEUTOPOLIS HIGH SCH

Congratulates the Teutopolis High School boys golf team, the Wooden Shoes, on winning the 2025 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 1A State Championship.

Brad HalbrookRepublican

CONGRATS-POLICE CHIEF HEFEL

Congratulates Police Chief Eric Hefel on his retirement from the Galena Police Department.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CONGRATS-MATT TUMBLESON

Congratulates Matt Tumbleson on his outstanding professional accomplishments, commends his leadership in the National Basketball Association, and thanks him for his continued service and contributions to his hometown, his alma mater, and the State of Illinois.

Ryan SpainRepublican

CONGRATS-JASON HERBSTER

Congratulates Jason Herbster on his retirement as executive director of the Crystal Lake Park District after more than 15 years of service. Thanks him for his dedication and commitment to the Crystal Lake community and the State of Illinois.

Suzanne M. NessDemocrat

PREVENTION WEEK

Declares May 10 through May 16, 2026 as Prevention Week.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

MEMORIAL-DOROTHY KELLER

Mourns the passing of Dorothy Jane Cobb Keller of Jacksonville.

Gregg JohnsonDemocrat

MEMORIAL-STANDISH E. WILLIS

Mourns the passing of Standish E. "Kwame" Willis, Esq. of Chicago.

Yolonda MorrisDemocrat

LOUIS D. BURRELL DAY

Declares February 2, 2026 as "Louis D. Burrell Day" in the State of Illinois in honor of his extraordinary lifetime of contributions and the legacy he continues to build. Wishes Louis Burrell a happy 88th birthday. Encourages the members of the Illinois House of Representatives to observe Louis D. Burrell Day by celebrating the vital role of educators, builders, advocates, and elders whose service strengthens communities and inspires future generations.

Debbie Meyers-MartinDemocrat

SUPPORTS-CIVIC PARTIC AT 250

Recognizes the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence as an opportunity for reflection, inspiration, education, dialogue, and civic engagement. Encourages participation in and support of activities that examine our shared history, promote understanding of democratic principles, inspire the exchange of ideas, and strengthen civic life. Encourages and supports efforts to bolster the organizations that preserve and protect our State's archives, museums, libraries, historic sites, and community collections. Supports efforts to expand access to high-quality civics education that prepares individuals for thoughtful, constructive participation in our democracy with an understanding of the nation's founding ideals and the diverse people and communities in Illinois who have engaged, and continue to engage, in the work required to realize them.

Edgar González, Jr.Democrat

FALLEN FIRST RESPONDERS MONTH

Declares June 2026 as Fallen First Responders Month in the State of Illinois in honor of all the firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Encourages citizens to observe this designation with appropriate ceremonies, memorial services, moments of silence, educational programs, and acts of community service to honor the legacy of our fallen heroes. Expresses deep gratitude to the families of the fallen and pledges continued support to the men and women who serve and protect our communities each day.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

MEMORIAL-CINTHIA D. SMITH

Mourns the death of Cinthia Dianne "Cindy" Smith.

Sue SchererDemocrat

CONGRATS-MICHAEL EDWARDS

Congratulates Michael Edwards on his retirement as president and CEO of the Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA). Thanks him for his 13 years of dedicated service to the City of Chicago and the State of Illinois. Wishes him the very best in all his future endeavors

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

MEMORIAL-PATRICK C. FINN

Mourns the death of Patrick Cassidy "Pat" Finn.

Michael J. Coffey, Jr.Republican

MJR. RICHARD STAR ACT-SUPPORT

Urges the U.S. Congress to support the Major Richard Star Act to allow medically retired service members to receive full access to their much-deserved retirement and pay benefits.

Dan SwansonRepublican

TARDIVE DYSKINESIA AWARE. WEEK

Declares May 3 through May 9, 2026 as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week (TDAW) in the State of Illinois. Expresses support for TDAW in recognition of the importance of early detection and intervention to improve outcomes for people living with mental health conditions and prescribed antipsychotics. Expresses support towards efforts to raise awareness about the causes and symptoms of tardive dyskinesia (TD) and the importance of routine TD screening.

Angelica Guerrero-CuellarDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ERIC W. ZEHR

Mourns the death of Eric Wayne "Rick" Zehr.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

MEMORIAL-V. L. ROMAN-COMMINGS

Mourns the death of Valencia L. Roman-Commings.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

BLACK FARMERS AND GROWERS WEEK

Declares May 3 through May 9, 2026 as Black Farmers and Growers Week in the State of Illinois. Encourages the people of Illinois and their representatives in government to learn about the history of Black farming communities and the contributions made by African Americans to agriculture in the United States. Encourages State agencies and policymakers to ensure that agricultural programs intended to support farmers are implemented in a manner that meaningfully reaches Black farmers and growers across Illinois, including emerging, limited-resource, and socially disadvantaged producers, and that outreach and program participation extend broadly throughout the State's Black farming communities.

Sonya M. HarperDemocrat

EQUAL PAY DAY

Declares March 26, 2026 as Equal Pay Day in the State of Illinois. Encourages the citizens of this State to learn about the pay gap that women experience in society and to learn about these various dates that bring attention to the pay gap that specific groups experience.

Mary Beth CantyDemocrat

CONGRATS-LEONA WALKER DAVIS

Congratulates Leona Walker Davis on celebrating her 100th birthday.

Robyn GabelDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JOHN A. SMITH JR.

Mourns the passing of John Alden Smith Jr.

Curtis J. Tarver, IIDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DR. B. LAFAYETTE JR.

Mourns the passing of civil rights leader Dr. Bernard LaFayette Jr.

Carol AmmonsDemocrat

CONGRATS-BILL RIORDAN

Congratulates Bill Riordan on his retirement as executive director of the Lockport Township Park District.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

HONORS-ROLAND W. BURRIS

Honors Roland W. Burris for his extraordinary life, legacy, and contributions to public service. Expresses appreciation for his decades of leadership, his groundbreaking achievements, and his enduring commitment to justice and equality.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

CONGRATS-NAVY PIER

Congratulates Navy Pier on being named the unofficial eastern terminus of U.S. Route 66 on March 25, 2026.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JERRY R. BUFORD

Mourns the passing of Jerry R. Buford of Chicago.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

COMMENDS-X. SIGUENZA CABRERA

Commends Ximena Siguenza Cabrera, Director of Community Engagement & Impact at Rincon Family Services, for her integrity, leadership, and statewide impact. Thanks her for her continued contributions to the health, dignity, and well-being of the people of Illinois.

Norma HernandezDemocrat

CONGRATS-ARISE CHICAGO

Congratulates Arise Chicago on its 35th anniversary and commends the organization for decades of service and leadership on behalf of Chicago's workers.

Lilian JiménezDemocrat

CONGRATS-CENT. COMMUNITY HS

Congratulates the Central Community High School (Breese) girls basketball team, the Cougars, on winning the 2026 Illinois High School Association Class 2A State Championship.

Charles MeierRepublican

CONGRATS-SHRINERS CHILDREN'S

Congratulates Shriners Hospitals for Children – Chicago, more commonly known as Shriners Children's Chicago, on celebrating its 100th anniversary. Commends Shriners Children's Chicago for its meaningful role in the history of healthcare in Illinois and its continued commitment to the health and well-being of the children of Illinois.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

URGES-SENATE DEMS-FUND DHS

Urges Congressional Senate Democrats to support the funding measures proposed by Congressional House Republicans in H.R. 7147.

Christopher "C.D." DavidsmeyerRepublican

DOLORES HUERTA DAY

Declares April 10, 2026 as Dolores Huerta Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of Dolores Clara Fernandez Huerta's lifelong commitment to justice and her enduring impact on generations of activists and working families. Commends Dolores Huerta for her extraordinary contributions to civil rights, labor rights, gender equity, and social justice. Recognizes her resilience in sharing her story and her commitment to uplifting the experiences of women whose narratives have too often been overlooked.

Edgar González, Jr.Democrat

FARMWORKERS DAY

Declares March 31, 2026 as Farmworkers Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of the essential contributions and sacrifices of farmworkers past and present. Recognizes the multiracial, intergenerational coalition of workers, including men, women, and children, whose collective action transformed labor rights in this country. Honors the courage, resilience, and contributions of farmworkers in the State of Illinois and across the United States.

Edgar González, Jr.Democrat

URGES-MCAT FUNDING

Urges full, sustainable funding for Mandated Categoricals (MCATs), as well as greater transparency and predictability in MCAT funding levels. Urges all future education funding discussions to account for the cumulative impact of underfunded categoricals, particularly transportation and special education costs borne disproportionately by districts. Encourages school districts to respectfully urge legislators to ensure Evidence-Based Funding (EBF) in conjunction with MCATs ensure an equitable approach to education funding.

Diane Blair-SherlockDemocrat

LINKS DAY

Declares March 25, 2026 as Links Day in the State of Illinois. Congratulates Director Sheila R. Brown of the Central Area of The Links, Incorporated and its members on their unwavering commitment to service.

Rita MayfieldDemocrat

DATA CENTERS-SUPPLY OWN ENERGY

Urges all data centers in Illinois to provide their own energy to alleviate the burden they place on Illinois residents. Urges the Illinois Power Agency and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency to, pursuant to 415 ILCS 5/9.15(o), develop a plan to reduce or delay CO2e and copollutant emissions reductions. Urges the Illinois Commerce Commission to approve the plan developed by Illinois Power Agency and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

IL ALL. OF BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS

Commends the Illinois Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs and its member organizations, staff, and volunteers for their dedication to providing safe, accessible, and enriching programming that helps youth in communities across Illinois achieve their full potential.

Suzanne M. NessDemocrat

HFS REIMBURSEMENT PARITY

Urges the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) to ensure that pharmacies participating in Medicaid managed care networks are reimbursed for covered outpatient prescription drugs at a rate no less than the reimbursement that would be paid under the Illinois Medicaid fee-for-service pharmacy program. Urges HFS to implement such reimbursement parity through Medicaid managed care organization contracts and pharmacy benefit manager agreements. Urges HFS to monitor and report to the General Assembly on the impact of reimbursement parity on pharmacy network participation, patient access to medications, and pharmacy closures within the State. Encourages HFS to evaluate the effect of reimbursement parity on pharmacy deserts, rural health access, and Medicaid beneficiary access to pharmacist-provided patient care services.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

MEMORIAL-SUNIL PURI

Mourns the passing of Sunil Puri, a visionary business leader, philanthropist, and respected member of the Rockford community.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

REPLACE-FOAM WITH SOYFOAM

Urges State Fire Marshal Michele Pankow and local fire departments to replace current foams with the non-carcinogenic, non-toxic, environmentally friendly SoyFoam.

Dan SwansonRepublican

CONGRATS-JIM OPOKA

Congratulates Jim Opoka on his retirement after providing 38 years of distinguished service to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the nation. Expresses profound gratitude for his contributions. Wishes him a fulfilling, well-earned, and meaningful retirement.

Rick RyanDemocrat

CONGRATS-CENTRAL H.S. CHEER

Congratulates the Central High School Varsity Cheerleading squad, the Cougars, on winning the 2025-2026 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 1A Competitive Cheerleading State Final. Wishes the squad many more successful seasons.

Charles MeierRepublican

RECOGNIZES-BRIG GEN TIBBETS

Recognizes the lasting and significant contributions of Brigadier General Paul W. Tibbets Jr. to the United States Air Force and the State of Illinois.

Dan SwansonRepublican

ICE-ELECTIONS/POLLING PLACES

Affirms voting is a protected civic activity that must be free from intimidation, fear, or the appearance of law enforcement surveillance unrelated to election administration. Declares immigration enforcement activity at or in the immediate vicinity of polling places, early voting locations, ballot drop boxes, voter registration sites, and election offices undermines public confidence in elections and the democratic process. Urges all federal agencies, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, to refrain from conducting civil immigration enforcement operations at or near locations where voting or election administration is taking place. Affirms the authority of the State of Illinois to administer elections without interference from unrelated federal enforcement activity. Encourages election authorities, in coordination with the Illinois State Board of Elections, to promote voter education and clear guidance to ensure voters understand their rights and feel safe participating in the electoral process.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

COMMENDS-RAUL TINOCO GUEVARA

Commends Raul Tinoco Guevara on his integrity, professionalism, and profound statewide impact during his 11 years of service with Rincon Family Services. Thanks him for his continued contributions to the health, dignity, and well-being of the people of Illinois.

Edgar González, Jr.Democrat

MEMORIAL-JOSEPH A. ANGOTTI

Mourns the death of Joseph A. Angotti of Monmouth.

Dan SwansonRepublican

CONGRATS-BOB SEHRING

Congratulates Bob Sehring on his retirement as chief executive officer of OSF HealthCare. Thanks him for his years of service and dedication to the organization.

Ryan SpainRepublican

AUDIT-RMED PROGRAM

Directs the Auditor General to conduct a management, performance, and fiscal audit of the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Illinois Rural Medical Education (RMED) Program.

Dan SwansonRepublican

COMMENDS-DR. JO ANN ROBERTS

Commends Dr. Jo Ann Roberts for her extraordinary leadership, lifelong service, and instrumental role in advancing the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. Young Voter Empowerment Law.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat