Bills & Legislation

FRANCOPHNIE DAY

Declares March 20, 2025 as Francophonie Day in the State of Illinois. Encourages all Illinois citizens to observe this day by reflecting on the contributions of the Francophonie community and by continuing to support initiatives that promote the French language and culture.

Michael W. HalpinDemocrat

SUPPORTS-NEW SALEM COMMISSION

Supports the creation of a New Salem Preservation Commission to monitor and recommend repairs and maintenance for Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site, including structures, signage, statues, overall condition of the grounds, and accessibility, and to make recommendations for the volunteer coordination efforts, including interactions and communications with current and potential volunteers, as well as guidelines for volunteer eligibility and retention.

Steve McClureRepublican

SUPPORT EV VEHICLE PROGRAMS

Urges President Trump, the members of the United States Congress, and the current federal administration to continue to support electric vehicle programs at the federal level and to continue to prioritize policies that foster innovation and address climate change in order to continue helping the move towards a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future

David KoehlerDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-LUNAR NEW YEAR

Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Lunar New Year to Asian American communities. Expresses the deepest respect for Asian Americans and people throughout Illinois and the world who celebrate the Lunar New Year. Wishes those who celebrate a happy and prosperous new year.

Ram VillivalamDemocrat

RIGHTS OF THE CHILD

Affirms support for the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Urges State agencies and the Illinois General Assembly to advance policies and practices that align with the principles of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Urges President Trump to submit the U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child to the U.S. Senate for its advice and consent without delay, and further calls on the U.S. Senate to move swiftly to approve the Convention.

Rachel VenturaDemocrat

CONGRATS-CTPF

Congratulates the Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund (CTPF) on its 130th anniversary. Thanks the organization for serving its members, constituents, community, profession, and the citizens of Illinois with distinction. Wishes the organization continued success for decades to come.

Mattie HunterDemocrat

CONDEMNS-CONVERSION THERAPY

Condemns the practice of conversion therapy on any population as unethical and fraudulent. Asserts that no licensed professional operating in the State of Illinois should engage in this practice, whether with minors or adults, as it violates the ethical standards of professional behavioral healthcare. Condemns conversion therapy as described herein, regardless of the target population or how the service is marketed or titled. Acknowledges that conversion therapy is not a legitimate form of therapy but is a dangerous and discredited practice that has no place in a professional setting, and that any professional engaging in such practices is in violation of the ethical guidelines governing their licensure. Encourages the Illinois Department of Public Health to launch a statewide public awareness campaign to educate communities about the harms of conversion therapy and its fraudulent nature, to collaborate with the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to investigate and hold accountable practitioners offering conversion therapy under false pretenses, to develop guidelines for healthcare professionals to recognize, report, and prevent practices associated with conversion therapy, and to support outreach initiatives to connect survivors of conversion therapy with affirming mental health resources.

Mary Edly-AllenDemocrat

HINDU AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

Declares the month of October 2025 as Hindu American Heritage Month in the State of Illinois.

Seth LewisRepublican

CONGRATS-OMER OSMAN

Congratulates Omer Osman on his retirement and commends him for his decades of service to the Illinois Department of Transportation, his community, and his country.

Ram VillivalamDemocrat

SOCIAL SECURITY AGE INCREASE

Urges Congress to reject any proposals to raise the Social Security retirement age and instead focus on strengthening and securing the program to ensure it provides the necessary benefits to millions of Americans nationwide.

Christopher BeltDemocrat

RETAIN NAME-STARVED ROCK

Supports the name Starved Rock State Park and recognizes its importance to the local community and its brand identity. Acknowledges the concerns raised by residents and local businesses regarding the potential renaming of Starved Rock State Park, and pledges to advocate for the preservation of the park's historic name. Encourages open dialogue and collaboration with relevant stakeholders, including Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities, to address concerns and explore ways to honor the park's heritage while respecting diverse perspectives.

Sue RezinRepublican

PAY EQUITY DAY

Declares March 25, 2026 as Pay Equity 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.

Norine K. HammondRepublican

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

FTD AWARENESS WEEK

Declares September 28 through October 4, 2026 as FTD Awareness Week in the State of Illinois to bring attention to Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) disease.

Adam M. NiemergRepublican

BENIN BRONZES

Recognizes the extraordinary artistic, cultural, and historical significance of the Benin Bronzes, including their craftsmanship, symbolism, and enduring global importance. Further recognizes the historical injustice associated with the original creation of the Benin Bronzes and the subsequent British acquisition and distribution of the relics. Acknowledges the interconnected histories of the Benin Bronzes, the transatlantic slave trade, and colonial violence and affirms the importance of presenting these histories accurately, responsibly, and with cultural sensitivity. Encourages museums and cultural institutions to continue engaging with source communities, scholars, and the public to promote ethical stewardship, shared understanding, and educational access to this heritage. Supports efforts to use the Benin Bronzes as instruments for learning, dialogue, and cultural healing, fostering greater awareness of Africa's rich artistic traditions and the historical forces that shaped their global journey. Commits to using the platform of the Illinois General Assembly to promote public education, historical literacy, and constructive international cultural engagement grounded in respect, collaboration, and truth.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

U OF I MEMORIAL STADIUM NAME

Expresses gratitude to Larry Gies and to Beth Gies for their acts of profound generosity to the University of Illinois System. Expresses continuing and undiminished gratitude to those who have fallen in service to the United States of America, this gratitude being symbolized by the recognition of those from the University of Illinois who served and died in World War I and subsequent conflicts. Expresses the belief that on October 28, 1924, the University of Illinois made a solemn pledge at the dedication ceremony of Memorial Stadium to those whose names are inscribed on its columns, a pledge that should not be altered for the sake of obtaining funding from alumni or any other entity. Calls upon the University of Illinois Board of Trustees, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, and Larry and Beth Gies to agree that an alternate means of acknowledging their gift is appropriate. Urges that the name of the structure standing between First and Fourth Streets on the campus of the University of Illinois be permanently restored to "Memorial Stadium".

Steven ReickRepublican

SUPPORTS-ANTIFRAUD EFFORTS

Expresses support for ongoing federal efforts to eliminate fraud, waste, abuse, and corruption in government spending. Commends President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their leadership and commitment to restoring transparency, accountability, and fiscal discipline in the administration of public benefit programs. Calls upon Governor JB Pritzker, all relevant state agencies, and the State of Illinois to fully comply with all federal antifraud reviews, audits, and enforcement initiatives related to Medicaid and other taxpayer-funded programs. Encourages the State of Illinois to strengthen its own antifraud oversight tools, improve accountability mechanisms, and fully cooperate with efforts to ensure taxpayer dollars are protected from misuse.

Chris MillerRepublican

COMMEND-COVID19 MONUMENT

Commends the efforts of the COVID-19 Monument Commission and the Hektoen Institute of Medicine for their work on the Global COVID-19 Monument Project.

Yolonda MorrisDemocrat

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH

Declares April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the State of Illinois. Urges all Illinoisans to recognize this month by dedicating ourselves to the task of improving the quality of life for all children and families.

Anthony DeLucaDemocrat

APPRENTICESHIP WEEK

Declares April 26 to May 2, 2026 as Apprenticeship Week 2026 and urges stakeholders and partners to recognize the value of registered apprenticeships and to promote awareness and expansion of apprenticeships.

Matt HansonDemocrat

MARCH4WATER MONTH

Declares March of 2026 to be March4Water Month in the State of Illinois. Encourages all Illinoisans to participate in activities and programs during March4Water Month to promote awareness, education, and actions that prioritize water as a vital resource for the state's future.

Michelle MussmanDemocrat

CONDEMNS-CTU-CIVIC ACTION DAY

Strongly condemns the Chicago Teachers Union's proposed "Day of Civic Action", which is to be held on May 1, 2026, as an irresponsible misuse of the school day that places a public sector union's political priorities ahead of the educational needs of Chicago's children. Urges the Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools to abandon this politicized event and instead dedicate every available school day to raising proficiency in the "three R's" of reading, writing, and arithmetic so that every child in Chicago receives the basic education they deserve. Calls upon the Governor, the General Assembly, and officials of the Illinois State Board of Education to reject any further billions in new state funding for Chicago Public Schools until the district demonstrates measurable, sustained improvement in the three R's and stops diverting instructional time for political activism.

Martin McLaughlinRepublican

COMMEMORATES-AMERICA 250

Commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States of America and the Declaration of Independence. Honors the countless activists and everyday citizens who have pushed this nation closer to its ideals. Expresses commitment to a future that reflects the full diversity and promise of the American people.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST DAY

Declares March 11, 2026 as Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day. Encourages all residents of Illinois to recognize the valuable contributions of registered dietitian nutritionists and express their appreciation for their commitment to promoting science-based nutrition to improve health outcomes today and in the future.

Margaret CrokeDemocrat

RECOGNIZE-KOSOVA INDEPENDENCE

Recognizes and honors February 17, 2026 as the 18th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Kosova. Extends best wishes to the people of the Republic of Kosova. Expresses appreciation to the Albanian-American community for its contributions to the strength, diversity, and prosperity of the State of Illinois.

Kevin John OlickalDemocrat

ADAM AND EVE DAY

Declares August 9, 2026 as Adam and Eve Day. Encourages all residents to observe this day with programs, events, and reflections that promote unity, compassion, and understanding across all communities.

Michelle MussmanDemocrat

M.E. AWARENESS DAY

Declares May 12, 2026 as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Awareness Day in the State of Illinois. Encourages increased public education and awareness efforts regarding Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), support for individuals and families affected by the disease, and continued attention to research and health care initiatives aimed at improving diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for those living with ME.

Robyn GabelDemocrat

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DAY

Declares April 16, 2026 as Emergency Management Day in the State of Illinois. Encourages the members and staff of the General Assembly to visit the exhibition of specialty equipment staged on 2nd Street and Capitol Avenue in Springfield from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on April 16, 2026. Further encourages them to meet with the constituent emergency response personnel entrusted with the operation of such equipment.

Rita MayfieldDemocrat

URGES-SENATE DEMS-FUND DHS

Urges Congressional Senate Democrats to support the funding measures proposed by Congressional House Republicans in H.R. 7147.

Christopher "C.D." DavidsmeyerRepublican

URGES-MCAT FUNDING

Urges full, sustainable funding for Mandated Categoricals (MCATs), as well as greater transparency and predictability in MCAT funding levels. Urges all future education funding discussions to account for the cumulative impact of underfunded categoricals, particularly transportation and special education costs borne disproportionately by districts. Encourages school districts to respectfully urge legislators to ensure Evidence-Based Funding (EBF) in conjunction with MCATs ensure an equitable approach to education funding.

Diane Blair-SherlockDemocrat

LINKS DAY

Declares March 25, 2026 as Links Day in the State of Illinois. Congratulates Director Sheila R. Brown of the Central Area of The Links, Incorporated and its members on their unwavering commitment to service.

Rita MayfieldDemocrat

DATA CENTERS-SUPPLY OWN ENERGY

Urges all data centers in Illinois to provide their own energy to alleviate the burden they place on Illinois residents. Urges the Illinois Power Agency and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency to, pursuant to 415 ILCS 5/9.15(o), develop a plan to reduce or delay CO2e and copollutant emissions reductions. Urges the Illinois Commerce Commission to approve the plan developed by Illinois Power Agency and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

NUTRITION/DIETETICS TECH DAY

Declares March 13, 2026 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.

Margaret CrokeDemocrat

NUTRITION MONTH

Declares March 2026 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.

Margaret CrokeDemocrat

GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY

Declares March 25, 2026 as Greek Independence Day in the State of Illinois.

Kevin John OlickalDemocrat

BLACK HISTORY-SUPPORT

Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the movement started by Dr. Carter G. Woodson to celebrate Black history. Affirms that Black history is American history and its preservation is essential to the strength of our democracy and the freedoms we hold dear. Encourages all citizens, schools, and cultural institutions in Illinois to engage with the full, accurate truth of our history.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

AMERICA-250TH ANNIVERSARY

Recognizes and Commemorates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America on July 4, 2026. Encourages all citizens, communities, educational institutions, civic organizations, and businesses within Illinois to participate in commemorative events and activities that reflect on our history, celebrate our achievements, and reaffirm our commitment to the ideals of liberty, equality, self-government, and federalism. Encourages educational institutions across Illinois to enhance civics education, ensuring that future generations understand the critical importance of active civic participation, the principles of federalism, and the decentralized governance that protects liberty and promotes responsive government.

Amy ElikRepublican

CONSUMER FUEL CHOICE ACT

Urges for the support and passage of the federal Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, which offers a permanent, national solution to allow the year-round, nationwide sale of E-15 fuel blends.

Charles MeierRepublican

CRNA WEEK

Declares the week of January 18 through January 24, 2026 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 public.

Anne StavaDemocrat

CONDEMNS-SEIZING GREENLAND

Condemns, in the strongest possible terms, any proposal, threat, or effort to invade, annex, or forcibly seize Greenland or any other territory of a United States treaty ally. Expresses support for the United States' enduring commitment to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), to the sovereignty of allied nations, and to the principle that disputes among friends are resolved through diplomacy, not violence. Affirms that wars of aggression against allies are morally indefensible, strategically catastrophic, and incompatible with the values and obligations of the United States under international law. Calls upon all elected officials, regardless of party or office, to reject rhetoric and policies that would place American service members in the position of betraying allies and committing acts of unjust war. Expresses commitment to peace, alliance, and the rule of law.

Justin CochranDemocrat

AUDIT-RMED PROGRAM

Directs the Auditor General to conduct a management, performance, and fiscal audit of the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Illinois Rural Medical Education (RMED) Program.

Dan SwansonRepublican

IEMA-OHS ERPS REGULATIONS

Strongly urges the Illinois Emergency Management Agency - Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) to heed the petition and comments submitted by the Illinois Chapter of the American College of Cardiology (IL-ACC) and supported by the Modern Radiation Policy Alliance to promulgate rules establishing a pathway for the approval and safe use of Enhanced Radiation Protection Systems (ERPS) in Illinois.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

SOS-CLEAN VISION SCREENERS

Urges the Secretary of State to develop uniformed training and to provide sanitary materials for cleaning the vision screener machines between uses.

Amy L. GrantRepublican

MEDICOLEGAL PROFESSIONALS WEEK

Declares the week of January 25 through January 31, 2026 as Medicolegal Professionals' Week in the State of Illinois.

Michael J. Coffey, Jr.Republican

PROGRESSIVE INCOME TAX-OPPOSE

Opposes a progressive income tax in Illinois. Opposes the reconsideration by the Illinois General Assembly of any constitutional amendment intended to change the flat-rate income tax language of subsection (a) of Section 3 of Article IX of the Constitution of Illinois.

Ryan SpainRepublican

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

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