Bills & Legislation

CONGRATS-OLIVIA SMOLIGA

Congratulates Olivia Smoliga on her accomplishments as a two-time Olympian and on establishing In Depth Swim Academy to assist other Americans in achieving their Olympic dreams. Wishes her continued success in her future endeavors.

Tracy Katz MuhlDemocrat

END GUN VIOLENCE

Honors the lives of those lost to gun violence in Illinois and Chicago. Urges government to work collaboratively to create safer communities through targeted investments, Reaffirms commitment to end gun violence.

Sonya M. HarperDemocrat

MEMORIAL-AMOUR ANDREWS, PH.D.

Mourns the passing of Amour Jean Logan Andrews, Ph.D.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-TERRY L. WIDMAN

Mourns the death of Terry L. Widman of Jerseyville.

Amy ElikRepublican

MEMORIAL-FRED H. BRIGHT JR.

Mourns the passing of Fred H. Bright Jr., the former Mayor of the Village of East Alton.

Amy ElikRepublican

MEMORIAL-REP. RONALD WAIT

Mourns the passing of Illinois State Rep. Ronald A. "Ron" Wait. Recognizes his life, community service, and long legislative service.

Joe C. SosnowskiRepublican

MEMORIAL-SAMUEL W. NOLEN

Mourns the death of Samuel W. "Sam" Nolen of Springfield.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

MEMORIAL-CLARENCE THOMAS

Mourns the death of Clarence Thomas.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

CONGRATS-OLGA DE LA ROSA

Congratulates Olga De La Rosa on her retirement from Chicago's Saucedo Scholastic Academy Elementary School.

Edgar González, Jr.Democrat

MEMORIAL-JERRY BUTLER

Mourns the death of Jerry "Iceman" Butler, a towering figure in American music, a trailblazing public servant, and a cherished son of Illinois.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-AUDREY BARRETT

Mourns the death of Audrey Barrett.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

CONGRATS-VFW POST 1337

Congratulates Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1337 of Mount Prospect on its 100th anniversary.

Dan SwansonRepublican

RECOGNIZES-VIETNAMESE FLAG

Recognizes the flag of the former Republic of Vietnam as the official symbol of the Vietnamese American community in the State of Illinois and the United States. Recognizes the flag of the former Republic of Vietnam as a symbol of hope, love, and freedom for the Vietnamese American community in Illinois. Honors the contributions of Vietnamese Americans to the State over the last 50 years. Honors and recognizes the contributions of the veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces who served in Vietnam. Encourages all citizens of Illinois to call for freedom, human rights, and democracy in Vietnam.

Hoan HuynhDemocrat

CONGRATS-LARRY FORSSBERG

Congratulates Larry Forssberg on his retirement as economic development director of the Village of Westmont. Wishes him all the best in his future endeavors.

Martha DeuterDemocrat

CONGRATS-DYETT HS BOYS BBALL

Congratulates the Dyett High School boys basketball team, the Eagles, on winning the 2024-2025 IHSA Class 2A State Championship. Honors its members for their perseverance and excellence and the inspiration they provide to all Illinoisans.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

CONGRATS-NAZARETH ACADEMY

Congratulates the Nazareth Academy football team on its Class 5A state championship.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

RECOGNIZE-DR. JOHNNY D. JONES

Recognizes Dr. Johnny D. Jones for his outstanding service, dedication, and leadership in advancing the mission of the ASVAB CEP and enhancing the career exploration journey of countless students in Illinois. Commends the significant contributions of the ASVAB Career Exploration Program in shaping the futures of Illinois students and promoting citizenship through career readiness.

Michelle MussmanDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ISP TPR. C. THOMPSEN

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

Adam M. NiemergRepublican

MARINE CORPS DAY/MONTH

Declares November 10, 2025 as "Marine Corps Day" and the month of November 2025 as "Marine Corps Month".

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHICAGO NHS

Congratulates Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago (NHS) on its remarkable 50 years of service and its unwavering commitment to economic inclusion and racial equity through homeownership. Commends NHS President and CEO Anthony Simpkins for his outstanding leadership in advancing the organization's mission.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

HOME FIRE SPRINKLER WEEK

Declares the week of May 11, 2025 through May 17, 2025 as Home Fire Sprinkler Week.

Michael J. KellyDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ROBERT P. BLAZIER

Mourns the passing of Robert P. "Bob" Blazier of Crystal Lake.

Suzanne M. NessDemocrat

SUPPORT-TAIWAN

Reaffirms the commitment to the strengthening and deepening of the sister ties between the State of Illinois and Taiwan, the Republic of China (ROC). Reaffirms support for the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) and supports Illinois businesses referring to Taiwan, ROC, as Taiwan. Endorses Taiwan's efforts to secure the signing of a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), the Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreement (ADTA), and the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) with the United States. Supports the further strengthening of a closer economic and trade partnership between the State of Illinois and Taiwan with multiple possible approaches, including signing an economic and trade memorandum of understanding, exploring the possibility of establishing an Illinois Office in Taiwan, and sending Illinois high-level officials to visit Taiwan. Supports Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations, which impact the health, safety, and well-being of the peoples of Taiwan, the State of Illinois, the United States, and the world. Opposes any distortion or misuse of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758 to attempt to deny Taiwan's aspiration to make more contributions in international societies.

William "Will" DavisDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CHELSEA J. ADOLPHUS

Mourns the death of Chelsea Jamilex Adolphus.

Rita MayfieldDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ENZO TRIBO

Mourns the passing of Enzo Tribo.

Anthony DeLucaDemocrat

DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARE-MNTH

Declares April 2025 as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in the State of Illinois. Encourages Illinois residents to use Distracted Driving Awareness Month as an opportunity to educate drivers of all ages on the dangers of distracted driving, to promote awareness campaigns through schools, workplaces, and community organizations, to encourage state and local law enforcement to continue enforcing distracted driving laws, and to highlight personal stories and testimonials of those impacted by distracted driving to inspire change.

Amy ElikRepublican

STOP-IMMIGRATION ACTION

Calls on President Donald Trump to stop the actions of his administration that are making communities less safe, undermining the rule of law, and raising the cost of living. Urges federal lawmakers to instead prioritize comprehensive reforms, including a pathway to citizenship, and focus on the safety of every community, the economic security of every family, and the rights guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution.

Dagmara AvelarDemocrat

CONDEMNS-SPENDING FREEZE

Condemns President Donald Trump's cruel and lawless efforts to block lifesaving services that help people access healthcare, put food on the table, afford housing, and more. Urges the United States Congress to take clear and unequivocal action to check the undemocratic actions of the Trump Administration that violate the constitutional separation of power. Renews the commitment to helping Illinois families get ahead by supporting the services they need to be their best, expanding access to affordable healthcare, and reining in the cost of living.

Will GuzzardiDemocrat

CONDEMNS-TARGETING DEI

Condemns President Donald Trump's efforts to undermine equal pay, make workplaces less fair, and limit opportunity. Condemns the false, hateful comments President Trump and his allies have used to impugn and demean working people. Renews commitment to prioritize equal pay for equal work, opportunities for all, and protections in our workplaces in Illinois.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

CONDEMNS-JAN 6 PARDONS

Condemns President Donald Trump's inexcusable pardons of his coconspirators and criminals convicted of attacking police officers, attacking our Capitol, and attacking our democracy.

Angelica Guerrero-CuellarDemocrat

STOP-TARIFF PLANS

Calls upon President Donald Trump to abandon his reckless tariff plans that would raise costs on Illinois families and businesses.

Dave VellaDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-BRETT'S FIRST RESP

Recognizes Brett's First Responders on its unrelenting commitment to serve and assist families of first responders facing tragedy and financial hardship. Commends the organization for continuing the legacy of service of its namesake, Firefighter Brett A. Korves of the Swansea Fire Department.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

MEMORIAL-MARY COLLEEN KILBRIDE

Mourns the death of Mary Colleen Kilbride of Pontiac.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHICAGO CHRISTIAN

Congratulates the Chicago Christian school system on their 125th anniversary. Recognizes the achievements of the 2024 Chicago Christian High School football team, the Knights, on a historic victory in becoming the Class 2A State Champions.

Mary GillDemocrat

TARDIVE DYSKINESIA AWARE WEEK

Declares May 4 through May 10, 2025 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.

Lindsey LaPointeDemocrat

CRNA WEEK

Declares the week of January 19 through January 25, 2025 as CRNA Week in the State of Illinois to recognize the importance of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and their role in providing high-quality care to the people of Illinois.

Theresa MahDemocrat

COMMENDS-PTOEC BUS DONATION

Commends the many local businesses that donated their time, money, and support to O'Fallon Fraternal Order of the Police (FOP) Lodge 198 in order to bestow a custom-designed, 14-passenger bus to the Parent Teacher Organization for Exceptional Children (PTOEC).

Kevin SchmidtRepublican

VACCINE AWARENESS DAY

Declares April 10, 2025 as Vaccine Awareness Day in the State of Illinois to educate the public about the importance of vaccinations, initiate meaningful dialogue around vaccinations, and encourage the uptake of vaccines. Urges the Illinois Department of Health to continue to promote to healthcare providers and the people of this state that vaccinations are a highly effective and safe public health measure and increase public awareness about the importance of all Illinois residents receiving recommended immunizations, and to promote outreach and education efforts concerning vaccinations. Urges the Illinois Department of Health to continue to prioritize immunization initiatives, develop policies, and invest in immunization infrastructure to ensure broad and open access to immunizations to safeguard public health and protect the well-being of Illinois residents.

Anna MoellerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ISP CLAY CARNS

Mourns the passing of Illinois State Police Trooper Clay Carns.

Justin SlaughterDemocrat

CONGRATS-RIDGEWOOD V. SOFTBALL

Congratulates the AlWood High School and Cambridge High School girls varsity softball team, the Ridgewood Spartans, on winning the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) 2024 Class 1A Softball Championship. Wishes the team continued success.

Travis WeaverRepublican

WHOLE CHILD MONTH

Declares March 2025 as Illinois Whole Child Month to recognize the value of assuring that each student is challenged, supported, healthy, safe, and engaged. Urges parents, educators, and community members to support a whole child approach to education for each student. Urges every school in Illinois to celebrate Whole Child Month by adopting at least one of the whole child tenets to promote and encourage throughout the month.

Daniel DidechDemocrat

COMMENDS-LRB

Commends the attorneys and staff of the Legislative Reference Bureau for their commitment to fulfilling their duties, dedication to supporting the members of the General Assembly, and service to the people of Illinois.

Daniel DidechDemocrat

EDUCATION REFORM-PLANNING TIME

States that meaningful reform of education in Illinois requires structural changes at all levels, including increases to paid teacher preparation and collaboration time, staffing models, and systems for recognition and incentives for educators. Urges school districts across the state to provide adequate paid planning time for teachers.

Katie StuartDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-JOHN W. STENSON

Recognizes Chief John W. Stenson, the first and only African American Chief of Police for the Peoria Police Department, on his decades of service and mentorship.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE

States that the new Department of Early Childhood and its planning process should prioritize appropriate attention to the facilities needs of our State's mixed-delivery system of early care and education. Additionally states that the State should move expeditiously to award its remaining Early Childhood Construction Grant monies to qualified applicants, to assist providers of critical birth-to-five programs in meeting their growing building-and-repair demands. Finally states that the State should also move as quickly as feasible to replenish Early Childhood Construction Grant resources to help Illinois achieve the long-term vision of the bipartisan Funding Commission for making services "simpler, better, fairer" for young children, their families, and communities statewide.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

MEMORIAL-MARY ANDERSON-FARRIS

Mourns the death of Mary Joyce "Mae Joyce" (Faulkner) Anderson-Farris of Peoria.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

CONGRATS-GLYN RAMAGE

Congratulates Glyn Ramage on the occasion of his retirement as business manager of the Downstate Illinois Laborers' District Council of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA). Recognizes his dedication to and impact on LIUNA.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHARLENE WEXLER

Congratulates Charlene Wexler of Richmond on being inducted into the Department on Aging's Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame for her devotion to the art of writing.

Tom WeberRepublican

MEMORIAL-MAX J. CHISWICK

Mourns the passing of Max Jordan Chiswick.

Daniel DidechDemocrat

CONGRATS-HEAD START

Congratulates Head Start on its 60th anniversary. Encourages all Illinoisans to recognize and support the dedicated leadership and staff in their communities that make Head Start possible and provide vital assistance to Illinoisans in need through educational, health, and family support services.

Joyce MasonDemocrat