Bills & Legislation

MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH

Declares May of 2025 as Motorcycle Awareness Month. Recognizes the 38 years of ABATE of Illinois, Inc., the more than 300,00 registered motorcyclists statewide, and the continued role that Illinois serves as a leader in motorcycle safety, education, and awareness.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CARL W. MOORE

Mourns the death of Carl Wesley Moore.

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

SJIA AWARENESS MONTH

Declares the month of July 2025 as Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (SJIA) Awareness Month in the State of Illinois. Encourages funding for research organizations working towards finding the cause and the cure of SJIA in order to prevent this disease and offer successful treatment options.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

CONGRATS-BUSINESS CLUB-SPFD

Congratulates the American Business Club of Springfield on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. Commends the organization for its accomplishments, unequaled charitable giving, and the selfless contributions of its members.

Wayne A. RosenthalRepublican

CONGRATS-PROJECT ED. PLUS

Congratulates Project Education Plus (PEP) and Vince Carter, founder of PEP, on the occasion of the organization's 45th anniversary.

Yolonda MorrisDemocrat

HONORS-CRUZ/ESTHER OCEGUEDA

Honors and celebrates the extraordinary lives of Cruz Ocegueda and Esther Ramirez Ocegueda whose journey from their homeland to Melrose Park enriched their community and whose legacy continues to inspire future generations. Hopes this resolution serves as an enduring tribute to Cruz Ocegueda and Esther Ramirez Ocegueda's memory, their sacrifices, and the indelible impact they have made on their family and community.

Norma HernandezDemocrat

HOUSE RULES 104TH

Adopts the House Rules for the 104th General Assembly.

Robyn GabelDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-AALEA

Recognizes the Asian American Law Enforcement Association (AALEA) for its dedication and sacrifice in serving and protecting our communities.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

MEMORIAL-BRADLEY L. PHEGLEY

Mourns the passing of Bradley L. "Brad" Phegley of Shelbyville.

Brad HalbrookRepublican

FARM SAFETY WEEK

Declares September 15 through September 21, 2025 as Farm Safety Week in the State of Illinois.

Jason R. BuntingRepublican

LYME DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH

Urges the federal government to allocate more funding toward finding a cure for Lyme disease. Encourages the Illinois State Board of Education to begin health education to prevent tick bites for children who represent the highest risk group for tick-borne diseases. Declares the month of May 2025 as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in the State of Illinois.

Dan SwansonRepublican

SPINAL ATROPHY AWARENESS MONTH

Declares the month of August 2025 as Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month in the State of Illinois. Encourages continuing research on spinal muscular atrophy and community support for those affected by the disease.

Dan SwansonRepublican

READ WITH YOUR CHILD WEEK

Declares the week of May 5 through May 11, 2025 as Read with Your Child Week in the State of Illinois. Encourages all Illinois schools to promote Read with Your Child Week with appropriate activities.

Dan SwansonRepublican

MEMORIAL-BRADLEY DILWORTH

Mourns the death of Bradley Dilworth.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

CONGRATS-LA GRANGE LEAGUE

Congratulates the League of Women Voters of the La Grange Area for its 100th anniversary of supporting voting rights, representative democracy, and fair elections.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

CONGRATS-MU ALPHA LAMBDA

Congratulates the Mu Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. for their continuous commitment to our youth and contributions to the success and prosperity of our great state on the occasion of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship initiative's 21st anniversary. Urges January 18, 2025 to be recognized as a day to honor the past, embrace the present, and envision a promising future for the Mu Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and the people of Illinois.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH

Declares April 2025 as Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month in the State of Illinois to help increase public awareness of the need to support individuals with autism and the family members, medical professionals, and human services professionals who help care for individuals with autism.

Diane Blair-SherlockDemocrat

LAW ENFORCEMENT MHA MONTH

Declares May 2025 as Law Enforcement Mental Health Awareness Month in the State of Illinois. Urges the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to effectively keep information on the prevalence of suicide among law enforcement through the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program (LEOSDCP) in order to help reduce the rate of suicide in law enforcement in the U.S. Urges the State of Illinois to establish its own LEOSDCP to keep statistics on suicide in law enforcement to reduce the profession's suicide rate statewide. Supports the implementation of programs to encourage the reporting and treatment of mental health illnesses among law enforcement officers.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

CONGRATS-ALTHOFF CATHOLIC HS

Congratulates the Althoff Catholic High School football team, the Crusaders, on winning the 2024 Illinois High School Association Class 1A State Championship.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JOHN L. RASK

Mourns the passing of John L. Rask of Victoria.

Travis WeaverRepublican

MEMORIAL-JOSIE D. RANDLE

Mourns the death of Jocie D. (Roberts) Randle.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

IEP AWARENESS MONTH

Declares May 2025 as Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Awareness Month in the State of Illinois to increase the public's understanding of the development and implementation of a student's IEP.

Michael CrawfordDemocrat

CONGRATS-MARK SCHNEIDEWIND

Congratulates Mark Schneidewind on his retirement as Will County Farm Bureau Manager.

Natalie A. ManleyDemocrat

CONGRATS-DISTRESS BANDANNA

Congratulates Distress Bandanna on their success in promoting driver safety and highlights the ongoing and future impact of their work.

Katie StuartDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-PROF ANN LOUSIN

Recognizes University of Illinois Chicago Law School Professor Ann M. Lousin on her 50 years of full-time teaching and lifetime of legal scholarship.

Emanuel "Chris" WelchDemocrat

MEMORIAL-REP. C. JEFFERSON

Mourns the passing of former State Representative Charles E. Jefferson and honors him for his years of dedicated service.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

MEMORIAL-GERALD S. SCHNEIDER

Mourns the passing of Sergeant Gerald S. "Jerry" Schneider of the Illinois Secretary of State Police.

Wayne A. RosenthalRepublican

MEMORIAL-FRANCES SULLIVAN

Mourns the passing of Frances "Fran" Sullivan of Oak Pak.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-FRED WILLIAMSON

Recognizes Fred "The Hammer" Williamson on his extraordinary career and contributions to American culture and cinema.

Debbie Meyers-MartinDemocrat

MEMORIAL-AARON PITTMAN-TEAGUE

Mourns the death of Aaron Lashawn Pittman-Teague.

Thaddeus JonesDemocrat

HOUSE-ELECT CLERKS-DOORKEEPER

Elects the following for the 104th General Assembly: John W. Hollman, as Chief Clerk of the House; Bradley S. Bolin, as Assistant Clerk of the House; Nicole Hill, as Doorkeeper of the House.

Robyn GabelDemocrat

HOUSE-NOTIFY SENATE ORGANIZED

Directs the Clerk to notify the Senate that the House of Representatives of the 104th General Assembly has organized elected officers, and is ready to proceed with business.

Robyn GabelDemocrat

HOUSE-NOTIFY GOV ORGANIZED

Appoints a committee to notify the Governor that the House of Representatives of the 104th General Assembly has organized elected officers, and is ready to receive communications.

Robyn GabelDemocrat

CONGRATS-TRINITY LUTHERAN

Congratulates Stewardson's Trinity Lutheran eighth grade volleyball team, the Cardinals, on winning the 2024 Lutheran Sports Association State Tournament. Wishes the team many more successful seasons.

Brad HalbrookRepublican