Bills & Legislation

CONGRATS-NATL. URBAN LEAGUE

Congratulates the National Urban League on its 115 years of service empowering African Americans and other underserved communities while helping foster a more just, equitable, and inclusive nation. Expresses deep gratitude for the hardworking and dedicated men and women of the National Urban League, National Urban League Affiliates, and its auxiliaries, who, for 115 years, have challenged unjust systems and broken down economic and social barriers. Commends the National Urban League's ongoing and tireless efforts to continue addressing systemic racism and economic inequality, and fighting for the rights of all Americans to live with freedom, dignity, and prosperity.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

MEMORIAL-SHELVIN L. M. HALL

Mourns the death of Judge Shelvin Louise Marie Hall.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

MEMORIAL-LUKE M. STREMLAU

Mourns the passing of Luke Martin Stremlau of Normal.

Sharon ChungDemocrat

END GOVT. SHUTDOWN

Affirms that no one wins when the federal government shuts down. Urges Congress to maintain continuous federal operations through timely appropriations or continuing resolutions, to reject shutdowns as a negotiating tactic, and to provide predictable funding that protects families, workers, and the broader economy. Reaffirms a bipartisan commitment to stability and problem-solving and to stand ready to work with Illinois's Congressional Delegation, Democrats and Republicans alike, to keep government functioning and focused on the people we serve.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

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-LOIS CALLAHAN

Congratulates Lois Callahan on her election to the office of National President of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) Auxiliary, serving from 2025-2026.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

CONGRATS-YAP, INC.

Congratulates Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) on achieving its 50th anniversary while continually making extraordinary contributions to our communities. Commends the organization's unwavering commitment to justice and opportunity and its ongoing efforts to create a more equitable and compassionate society.

Justin SlaughterDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHIEF KENNY RYKER

Congratulates Chief Ryker on his retirement, thanks him for his years of service to his community and to the State of Illinois, and wishes him, his wife and son, and his family the best in their future endeavors.

Blaine WilhourRepublican

RACE AMITY DAY

Declares June 14, 2026 as Race Amity Day in the State of Illinois. Invites communities across the United States of America to join in introspection and reflection on the beauty and richness of the diverse peoples of this great nation while reaching out with a spirit of amity toward one another on Race Amity Day.

Diane Blair-SherlockDemocrat

USPS-SUPPORT

Affirms that the United States Postal Service is a public service that belongs to the people and opposes any effort to dismantle, privatize, or weaken this vital institution.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

CONGRATS-ANDREW FREIHEIT

Congratulates Andrew Freiheit on his induction into the Samuel K. Gove Illinois Legislative Internship Hall of Fame and thanks him for his years of exceptional public service.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CONGRATS-ROSS G. WOLF

Congratulates Ross Garrett Wolf on being selected to the National Athletic Hall of Fame for 2025.

Adam M. NiemergRepublican

CONGRATS-ROSA THOMAS

Congratulates Rosa Thomas on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-JOJO BABY

Recognizes Jojo Baby's artistic innovation and decades of service to the LGBTQ community of Chicago. Commends Jojo Baby for their integral role in shaping the identity and artistic vibrancy of the Illinois drag performance scene and for their unwavering advocacy for diversity and inclusion.

Hoan HuynhDemocrat

COMMENDS-D. COURT HARRIS

Commends D. Court Harris on his eight years of service as chairman of the Chicago Executive Airport Board. Wishes him all the best in his future endeavors.

Tracy Katz MuhlDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-OFFICE OF ILAG

Recognizes and expresses gratitude to the Office of the Illinois Attorney General and Attorney General Kwame Raoul for their exceptional devotion, leadership, and perseverance in defending democracy and freedoms through the courts. Acknowledges that the most effective instrument for the protection of democracy and civil liberties in the last nine months has been litigation, and that the Attorney General and his team have been incredibly effective in their defense of the State's democracy. Recognizes the Office of the Illinois Attorney General's filing of a lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop the unlawful deployment of the National Guard in Illinois, challenging federal invocation of 10 U.S.C. § 12406, the Posse Comitatus Act, and the Tenth Amendment, is a case of national significance in protecting state sovereignty and civil liberties. Encourages the Office of the Illinois Attorney General to continue steadfastly engaging in litigation as necessary to uphold democracy and freedoms.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JOSEPH CALDWELL

Mourns the death of Joseph Caldwell of Chicago.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

CONGRATS-JEFF KOLBUS

Congratulates Jeff Kolbus of Edwards on being elected the 2025 president-elect of the Illinois Realtors Association.

Ryan SpainRepublican

MEMORIAL-ROXIE L. FREDERICK

Mourns the passing of Roxie Lee "Rocky" Frederick Jr.

John M. CabelloRepublican

COMMENDS-ROCKFORD ANTHOLOGY

Commends The Rockford Anthology for its outstanding contribution to Illinois literature and for capturing the enduring spirit of the Rockford community. Commends Editor Rachel León and all contributing authors for their dedication to telling Rockford's story with honesty, compassion, and hope. Wishes them continued success in advancing community storytelling throughout Illinois.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

COMMEND-ALLEN J. LYNCH

Commends Sgt. Allen James Lynch on his military service and on his dedication to serving the veterans of the State of Illinois.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

CONGRATS-SCOTT D. HUMBARD

Congratulates Scott D. Humbard for his successful career, which began in our building and spun outward to encompass 17 states, and the generation of many gigawatts of essential electric energy for America's future.

Christopher "C.D." DavidsmeyerRepublican

MEMORIAL-LINDA N. HOEFERT

Mourns the death of Linda N. Hoefert of Mount Prospect.

Nicolle GrasseDemocrat

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

Declares September 15, 2025 through October 15, 2025 as Hispanic Heritage Month in the State of Illinois. Recognizes the resounding strength and success of the Hispanic-American community. Honors their tremendous contributions to our culture, economy, and future. Encourages all residents to participate in activities, ceremonies, and educational programs that honor the achievements and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

John M. CabelloRepublican

COMMENDS-WGU SCHOOL OF TECH

Commends Western Governors University's School of Technology for its outstanding contributions to Illinois' workforce development, economic growth, and educational innovation.

Michael CrawfordDemocrat

ARGENTINA BAILOUT-OPPOSE

Denounces the federal government's $40 billion bailout to Argentina as a reckless misuse of taxpayer funds and a direct insult to American farmers and millions of American families struggling to afford food. Urges President Donald Trump and the United States Congress to immediately redirect these funds toward supporting American agriculture, reopening the federal government, and protecting American families' access to food.

Amy BrielDemocrat

SNAP-TRUMP ADMINISTRATION

Calls upon the Trump administration to end the government shutdown and restore funding to SNAP and other critical federal government programs rather than continuing to put partisan politics before their obligation to the American people. That if an expedient end to the shutdown cannot or will not be achieved, then the Trump administration is urged to release the reserve funds held by the United States Department of Agriculture specifically for just this eventuality, thereby enabling SNAP beneficiaries to retain access to adequate nutrition while negotiations continue. States that using hunger as a weapon to obtain a desired political outcome is reprehensible and unequivocally condemns the Trump Administration's actions in this regard.

Anna MoellerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-BISHOP JOSEPH JOHNSON

Mourns the passing of Bishop Joseph Hosea Johnson of Peoria.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DAKOTA J. WELCH

Mourns the death of Dakota James Welch.

Jed DavisRepublican

CONGRATS-U.S. MARINE CORPS

Congratulates the United States Marine Corps on its 250th birthday. Commends the sacrifices and valor displayed by Marines.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ERROL E. USHER

Mourns the death of Errol E. Usher of Ladyville, Belize.

Joyce MasonDemocrat

BEAUTIFUL MINDS PINK SAREE DAY

Declares October 11, 2025 as Beautiful Minds Pink Saree Day/#MyPinkHealth Awareness Day in the State of Illinois. Encourages all residents of Illinois to support initiatives that advance women's wellness, mental health, and youth empowerment.

Natalie A. ManleyDemocrat

COMMENDS-QUAD CTY URBAN LEAGUE

Commends the Quad County Urban League (QCUL) on achieving 50 years of positive and impactful community development in service of its mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

CONGRATS-FAMILYCORE

Congratulates FamilyCore on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. Thanks the agency for its continued efforts to promote safe environments for children and families in the City of Peoria and the surrounding areas.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

CONGRATS-WILLIAM D. MCLEOD

Congratulates Mayor William D. "Bill" McLeod of the Village of Hoffman Estates on 45 years of dedicated public service. Thanks him for his continued service and dedication to the community of Hoffman Estates, the region, and the State.

Anna MoellerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ANTOINE L. MERRICK

Mourns the passing of Antoine Lamar Merrick of Chicago Heights.

Marcus C. Evans, Jr.Democrat

CONGRATS-THOMAS E. RYAN JR.

Congratulates Thomas E. Ryan Jr. on his retirement as president & business manager of Carpenters Union Local 13. Wishes him the best in all of his future endeavors.

Mary GillDemocrat

MEMORIAL-EUNICE ALEXANDER

Mourns the death of Eunice Alexander.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

CONGRATS-BELLE VALLEY SD 119

Congratulates Belle Valley School District 119 on achieving its 150th anniversary and its enduring contributions to education and community.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

CELEBRATE-BOB NEWHART

Celebrates the life and legacy of Bob Newhart, one of America's most beloved and celebrated comedians.

Kelly M. CassidyDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-CONSTITUTION WEEK

Recognizes the week of September 17 through September 23, 2025 as Constitution Week.

Jeff KeicherRepublican

CONGRATS-SO ILL BUILDERS ASSOC

Congratulates the Southern Illinois Builders Association on its 80th anniversary and wishes them continued success in building the future, both for the construction industry and the communities it supports.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

PRES. TRUMP-ENGLISH LEARNERS

Urges President Donald Trump to stop the actions of the administration that are impacting or eliminating educational funding, educational supports, and educational services provided to English learner students, limited English proficient parents, and the educators that serve these students. Urges federal lawmakers to instead prioritize the maintenance and improvement of educational services for English learner students, maintain and provide for increases to ESSA Title III funding aligned with inflationary measures and other appropriate funding to support educational services for English learner students and the educators that serve them, maintain and provide for language access services for parents with limited English proficiency, and ensure the educational rights of all students guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution.

Dagmara AvelarDemocrat

CONGRATS-HEATHERRIDGE

Congratulates the HeatherRidge development and neighborhood in the Village of Gurnee on achieving its 50th anniversary.

Laura Faver DiasDemocrat

CONGRATS-ROCK OF AGES CHURCH

Congratulates Rock of Ages Baptist Church in Maywood on achieving its 75th anniversary.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

MEMORIAL-RAYMOND B. LEE

Mourns the death of Raymond Ben-Kuey Lee of Chicago.

Theresa MahDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CHARLES J. KIRK

Mourns the passing of Charles James "Charlie" Kirk.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

MEMORIAL-RICHARD E. NORTHERN

Mourns the passing of Richard E. "Hap" Northern of Quincy.

Kyle MooreRepublican

MEMORIAL-CHARLIE KIRK

Mourns the death of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA.

Martin McLaughlinRepublican

IMPEACHMENT OF GOVERNOR

Impeaches Governor JB Pritzker.

Chris MillerRepublican