Bills & Legislation

CONGRATS-MOUNT CARROLL ROTARY

Congratulates the Rotary Club of Mount Carroll on its 40th anniversary. Commends its contributions to the community and the selflessness of its members.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CONGRATS-P.E.O. IL CHAPTER CE

Congratulates P.E.O. Illinois Chapter CE on its 100th anniversary on December 9, 2026. Wishes the chapter another century of support for women's aspirations around America and the world.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CONGRATS-ALFONSO QUIROZ

Congratulates Alfonso "Al" Quiroz on celebrating his 90th birthday.

Nicholas K. SmithDemocrat

MEMORIAL-BISHOP JAMES AUSTIN

Mourns the death of Bishop James Curtis Austin Sr. of Chicago.

Jawaharial WilliamsDemocrat

CONGRATS-JBHW FAMILY REUNION

Congratulates the Johnson, Buckner, Hudson, and Wiggins Family Reunion on its 70th anniversary. Recognizes the family's extraordinary commitment to faith, unity, historical preservation, education, and service. Wishes its members continued fellowship and success for generations to come.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

CONGRATS-BETTY ALEXANDER-BONDS

Congratulates Reverend Betty Alexander-Bonds on celebrating her 90th birthday. Wishes her many happy and healthy years to come.

William "Will" DavisDemocrat

CONGRATS-NW ST. CLAIR CTY FPD

Congratulates the Northwest St. Clair County Fire Protection District on achieving its 80th anniversary. Thanks the members of the fire protection district for their continued service and dedication to the community.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DOROTHY A. KANE

Mourns the passing of Dorothy A. Kane of Park Ridge.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

CONGRATS-M. LUBELFELD, ED.D.

Congratulates Michael Lubelfeld, Ed.D. on the conclusion of his exemplary and inspiring career in public education. Thanks him for his dedicated service to North Shore School District 112 and the profound and lasting impact he has made on students, educators, and the community.

Bob MorganDemocrat

CONGRATS-SIX FLAGS GREAT AMER.

Congratulates Six Flags Great America on its 50th anniversary. Thanks its leadership and employees, past and present, for their dedication and service. Extends best wishes for many more years of success, innovation, and cherished family memories.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

MEMORIAL-NANCY A. SALZER

Mourns the passing of Nancy Ann Salzer.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

CONGRATS-E. DUBUQUE LIONS CLUB

Congratulates the East Dubuque Lions Club on its 90th anniversary. Wishes the organization many more years of life-changing service in its community.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

HONORS-E. & C. SCHROEDER

Honors the life and military service of World War II Navy veteran Ernest Nicholas Schroeder and the devotion of his wife, Carolyn Ann Schroeder. Expresses utmost respect as Ernest and Carolyn Schroeder are reburied and laid to eternal rest together at Arlington National Cemetery.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

CONGRATS-AGATUCCI'S RESTAURANT

Congratulates the Agatucci family on the 100th anniversary of Agatucci's Restaurant in 2026. Expresses gratitude for a century of family stewardship, job creation, cultural preservation, and community investment.

Ryan SpainRepublican

CONGRATS-JOSEPH HARPER

Congratulates Joseph Harper on his retirement from The Center.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

CONGRATS-CITGO-LEMONT REFINERY

Congratulates CITGO on the 100th anniversary of its Lemont Refinery. Thanks the company for its many significant contributions to the citizens of Illinois.

Dagmara AvelarDemocrat

CONGRATS-ELIZABETH RYAN

Congratulates Elizabeth "Beth" Ryan on her retirement as director of the Johnsburg Public Library.

Suzanne M. NessDemocrat

CONGRATS-NATIONAL LOUIS UNIV.

Congratulates National Louis University (NLU) on the occasion of its 140th anniversary and its enduring legacy and impact. Commends the faculty, staff, students, and 100,000 living alumni of NLU for their contributions to the prosperity and well-being of the State of Illinois.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

CONGRATS-GREGG S. HUMPHREY

Congratulates Gregg S. Humphrey on his retirement from the Sangamon County Water Reclamation District. Thanks him for his many years of exceptional service. Wishes him continued health, happiness, and success in all his future endeavors.

Michael J. Coffey, Jr.Republican

ITALIAN BEEF DAY

Declares May 23, 2026 as Italian Beef Day in the State of Illinois. Commends this iconic sandwich as a proud symbol of the State's culinary heritage, immigrant history, and community spirit. Extends thanks to the families and proprietors of Italian beef establishments across the State of Illinois in recognition of their enduring contributions to this shared heritage. Affirms commitment to honoring the cultural and economic contributions of the restaurants, food vendors, and hardworking Illinoisans who have kept this tradition alive for generations. Extends sincere congratulations and gratitude to the creators, cast, and crew of The Bear for their extraordinary portrayal of Chicago's Italian beef culture, for shining a national and international spotlight on the State of Illinois, and for inspiring pride in the State's rich culinary and cultural identity.

Rick RyanDemocrat

JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

Declares May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month.

Will GuzzardiDemocrat

MEMORIAL-PAUL E. HARTMAN

Mourns the death of Paul Eugene Hartman of Savanna.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

MEMORIAL-ASHLEY N. STENSON

Mourns the passing of Ashley Nicole Stenson of St. Louis, Missouri.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-POPE LEO XIV

Recognizes His Holiness Pope Leo XIV for his extraordinary spiritual leadership, his lifelong commitment to service, and the inspiration his historic papacy brings to the people of Illinois, the United States, and the world.

Margaret CrokeDemocrat

CONGRATS-REY B. GONZALEZ

Congratulates Rey B. Gonzalez on his 50 years of extraordinary work advancing civil rights and community development. Expresses deep gratitude for his 45 years of profound leadership at El Valor.

Elizabeth "Lisa" HernandezDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ROXY K. TAYLOR

Mourns the death of Roxy Karyl Taylor.

William "Will" DavisDemocrat

COMMEND-ALPHA & OMEGA/LOWE'S

Commends Alpha and Omega Construction of Salem and Lowe's Home Improvement for helping veterans and their families in need of roofing repairs.

Dave SeverinRepublican

CONGRATS-J. R. & D. M. GEERS

Congratulates Joseph Robert and Dorothy Marie Geers on the occasion of their 70th wedding anniversary. Wishes them many more happy years together.

Charles MeierRepublican

CONGRATS-RSEA

Congratulates the Retired State Employees Association on its 50th anniversary of advocating for and protecting the rights and benefits of state retirees, their spouses, and survivors. Extends best wishes to RSEA for continued success protecting and supporting state retirees, their spouses, and survivors. Thanks all members of RSEA for their many years of faithful service to the people of Illinois.

Michael J. Coffey, Jr.Republican

FSHD AWARENESS DAY

Declares June 20, 2026 as FSHD Awareness Day.

Martin McLaughlinRepublican

IDEC-STUDY-DAY CARE LICENSURE

Urges the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) study ways to reduce licensure and regulation burdens on day care homes in Illinois. Urges the IDEC to specifically study: (1) ways to combine the multiple required trainings and certifications, including absorbing the permit requirement as part of the license, into a single training or certification that can be conducted by a properly trained IDEC employee in fewer visits rather than by employees of outside agencies and businesses, such as fire safety, radon, and lead testing; and (2) how to ensure that the detailed requirements on nutrition, activities, and toys are not used to penalize or deny license renewals based on technical violations when the day care provider is in substantial and good faith compliance with the requirements. Urges the IDEC to issue a report with their findings on these items to the General Assembly by December 31, 2027.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CIVILITY MONTH

Declares August 2026 as Civility Month in the State of Illinois. Commends South Suburban College for its commitment to promoting respectful dialogue, civic engagement, inclusion, and community-building throughout the Southland region.

William "Will" DavisDemocrat

CONGRATS-FRANKLIN PARK

Congratulates the Franklin Park Middle School boys track and field team, the Bobcats, on winning the 2026 Southern Illinois Junior High School Athletic Association (SIJHSAA) Class L State Championship.

Blaine WilhourRepublican

MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH

Declares May of 2026 as Motorcycle Awareness Month. Recognizes the 39 years of ABATE of Illinois, Inc., the more than 300,000 registered motorcyclists statewide, and the continued role that Illinois serves as a leader in motorcycle safety, education, and awareness.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

COMMENDS-FRANK J. MAUTINO

Congratulates Frank J. Mautino on his retirement as Illinois Auditor General, commends him for his many years of faithful public service, and thanks him for his unwavering commitment to the integrity of the State of Illinois. Extends best wishes for continued health, happiness, and success.

Robert "Bob" RitaDemocrat

CONGRATS-RICHARD KWASNESKI

Congratulates Richard "Rick" Kwasneski on his retirement from public service during the summer of 2026. Thanks him for his profound contributions to the infrastructure and economy of northeastern Illinois. Wishes him the very best in his future endeavors.

Lawrence "Larry" Walsh, Jr.Democrat

IDR-PROPERTY TAX STUDY

Urges the Illinois Department of Revenue, in consultation with the Governor's Office of Management and Budget, to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of phasing out the use of property taxes as a funding source for school districts and replacing that revenue with other State and local revenue streams.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JEFFREY J. WALIK

Mourns the death of Mayor Jeffrey Joseph "Jeff" Walik of the Village of Stickney.

Elizabeth "Lisa" HernandezDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DR. DAVID K. DEETS

Mourns the death of David K. Deets, M.D.

Bradley FrittsRepublican

HONORS-IL FALLEN HEROES

Honors the American Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines from the State of Illinois who have made the ultimate sacrifice since the previous tribute.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

COMMENDS-CITY OF CREST HILL

Commends the City of Crest Hill on the 84-year anniversary of the dedication of the Lidice Memorial. Expresses the deepest gratitude to Crest Hill and its residents for their multigenerational dedication to maintaining such a worthy, globally-recognized endeavor. Urges remembrance of the martyred Village of Lidice by Illinoisans, Americans, and people across the world as a moment in history that should never be forgotten.

Natalie A. ManleyDemocrat

CARIBBEAN AMERICAN MONTH

Declares June 2026 as Caribbean American Heritage Month.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ALLAN MELLIS

Mourns the passing of Allan Mellis.

Ann M. WilliamsDemocrat

CONGRATS-SEN. RICHARD DURBIN

Congratulates United States Senator Richard J. Durbin on his retirement following an immensely successful political career. Sincerely thanks him for his service and dedication to the State of Illinois and to the United States of America.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

CONGRATS-IL CHIROPRACTIC SOC'Y

Congratulates the Illinois Chiropractic Society on achieving its 100-year anniversary, providing a century of leadership and advocacy for chiropractic physicians in Illinois.

Kevin SchmidtRepublican

COMMENDS-STONEWALL STITCHERS

Commends the members of the Stonewall Stitchers for their long-standing service. Thanks them for their dedication and contributions to the community.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CONGRATS-CHI TRIBUNE PULITZER

Congratulates Laura Rodriguez, Gregory Pratt, and editor Erika Slife on receiving the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting. Thanks them for their commitment to truth, justice, accountability, and the people of Illinois.

Norma HernandezDemocrat