Bills & Legislation

MEMORIAL-JERRY BUTLER

Mourns the passing of soul singer-songwriter Jerry Butler of Chicago.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

CONGRATS-ST. JUDE BOYS

Congratulates the St. Jude Catholic School 8th grade boys basketball team on winning the 2024-2025 Class 8-1A Illinois Elementary School Association State Championship.

Ryan SpainRepublican

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS-SUPPORT

Urges the State of Illinois to promote the use of daytime running lights.

Travis WeaverRepublican

EQUAL PAY DAY

Declares March 25, 2025 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

MEDICAID FUNDING ACA

Urges the Illinois General Assembly to reconsider the repeal of the 2013 Medicaid funding trigger law and to protect those who may be impacted by federal Affordable Care Act (ACA) Medicaid funding cuts. Urges the Illinois General Assembly to take decisive budget actions in the healthcare arena and to aggressively advocate for Medicaid protection and expansion to ensure no vulnerable resident is left behind and no hospital, clinic, or emergency department is threatened out of existence.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-PHIL GOLDSTICK

Mourns the death of Phil Goldstick.

Bob MorganDemocrat

PRADER-WILLI SYNDROME MONTH

Declares May 2025 as Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month. Express support for raising awareness and educating the public about Prader-Willi Syndrome and increasing research and funding into the causes and treatments of the disease.

Nicole La HaRepublican

PRESCRIBED BURNING MONTH

Declares April 2025 as Prescribed Burning Awareness Month. Supports the appropriate and continued use of prescribed fire in Illinois.

Nicolle GrasseDemocrat

DEAF HISTORY MONTH

Declares April 2025 and April 2026 as Deaf History Month in the State of Illinois and encourages Illinoisans to become familiar with and celebrate the contributions of deaf Illinoisans to our state and nation.

Diane Blair-SherlockDemocrat

LATINA HERITAGE DAY

Declares March 15, 2025 as Latina Heritage Day.

Norma HernandezDemocrat

RELOCATE USDA TO CENTRAL IL

Urges President Donald J. Trump and the United States Congress to immediately begin the process of relocating the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to Central Illinois, specifically to Bloomington-Normal or Decatur, where the department can serve the people it was meant to serve.

Regan DeeringRepublican

UNITED NATIONS DAY

Declares October 24, 2025 as United Nations Day in the State of Illinois to honor the United Nations (UN) for the positive impact it has had on the global community.

Jackie HaasRepublican

MEMORIAL-CHRISTINE LUNNINGHAM

Mourns the passing of Christine Lunningham.

Lawrence "Larry" Walsh, Jr.Democrat

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-RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE

Congratulates Ronald McDonald House Charities on its 50th anniversary. Commends the organization for its commitment to Illinois families and children in their times of need. Thanks Ronald McDonald House Charities, its partners, its employees, and its volunteers for their dedication to providing a caring and compassionate environment where families can rest, find support, and heal together. Wishes the organization continued success in its mission.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

NUTRITION & DIETETICS TECH DAY

Declares March 13, 2025 as Registered Nutrition and Dietetics Technician Day in the State of Illinois. Encourages all citizens to recognize the contributions of registered nutrition and dietetics technicians. Expresses appreciation for their commitment to promoting science-based nutrition in the hope of achieving optimum health for both today and tomorrow.

Jaime M. Andrade, Jr.Democrat

REG DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST DAY

Declares March 12, 2025 as Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day in the State of Illinois. Encourages all citizens to recognize the contributions of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs). Expresses appreciation for their commitment to promoting science-based nutrition in the hope of achieving optimum health for both today and tomorrow.

Jaime M. Andrade, Jr.Democrat

NUTRITION MONTH

Declares March 2025 as Nutrition Month in the State of Illinois. Encourages all citizens to support Nutrition Month and to consider their nutrition and the nutrition of others in the hope of achieving optimum health for both today and tomorrow.

Jaime M. Andrade, Jr.Democrat

COMPOST AWARENESS WEEK

Declares the week of May 4 through May 10, 2025 as "Compost Awareness Week".

Joyce MasonDemocrat

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

HOUSE RULES-AMEND

Amends House Rule 41. Deletes a provision that allows a bill's principal sponsor or, in some circumstances, its chief co-sponsor to make a motion to have a note request deemed inapplicable. Deletes a provision that causes a note request to be automatically deemed inapplicable or, in some cases, applicable when certain conditions are met. Deletes a provision which states that a note request that is deemed inapplicable shall not be further considered and shall not prevent the bill from advancing.

David FriessRepublican

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

TAX HOLIDAY-SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Urges the General Assembly and the Governor to enact a tax holiday for school supplies in 2025 and thereafter to bring relief to working parents.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

NO TAXES ON RETIREMENT INCOME

States the belief that the Illinois Income Tax Act should not be amended to permit taxing retirement income.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

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

RECOGNIZE-PRES. DONALD TRUMP

Recognizes the life of President Donald J. Trump as he begins his term as the 47th President of the United States. Congratulates President Trump on his birthday on June 14, 2025.

Chris MillerRepublican

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