Bills & Legislation

CIVIC ARCHITECTURE

Urges the Administrator of the Capital Development Board, in consultation with the Office of the Governor and other relevant State agencies, to develop recommendations promoting civic buildings that are visually identifiable and respectful of Illinois' regional, traditional, and classical architectural heritage. States that these recommendations should propose revisions to architectural guidelines and outline procedures for incorporating public input into design decisions. States that if, before submitting these recommendations, the Administrator of the Capital Development Board proposes approving a new building design that does not align with this policy, the Administrator should notify the Governor at least 30 days prior to final approval and provide a justification for the design.

Amy L. GrantRepublican

INFERTILITY AWARENESS WEEK

Declares the week of April 20 through April 26, 2025 as Infertility Awareness Week in Illinois to help increase public awareness of the need to support individuals with infertility.

Margaret CrokeDemocrat

NO TAX INCREASES

Expresses commitment to not vote for a tax increase to balance the budgets of the 104th General Assembly.

Chris MillerRepublican

CONGRATS-HAVANA CHURCH

Congratulates the Havana Church of Christ on its 75th anniversary and acknowledges all the contributions by the leaders, members, and families who have served their church and community.

Norine K. HammondRepublican

MEMORIAL-MEGHAN L. HARMON

Mourns the death of Meghan Lynn Harmon of Divernon, formerly of Litchfield.

Wayne A. RosenthalRepublican

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

CONGRESS-PASS MED EQUITY LEGIS

Urges the U.S. Congress to consider passing proposed legislation by the Nu Paradigm Foundation that promotes equity regarding safe and effective medication for all communities.

Jackie HaasRepublican

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

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

IL ELECTION APPRECIATION WEEKS

Declares the weeks of August 1 through August 7, 2025 and August 1 through August 7, 2026 as Illinois Election Judge and Poll Worker Appreciation Week in the State of Illinois. Expresses appreciation and admiration for the election judges and poll workers of Illinois and the vital role they perform in elections, democracy, and the State.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

AUDIT-CORONER TRAINING BOARD

Directs the Auditor General to conduct a performance audit of the Illinois Coroner Training Board's administration of the Coroner Training Board Act, including its creation, implementation, and execution of basic and continuing education training for coroners. Urges that the Illinois Coroner Training Board and any other State agency, entity, or person that may have information relevant to this audit to cooperate fully and promptly with the Auditor General's Office in its conduct of this audit. Directs the Auditor General to commence this audit as soon as possible and report his findings and recommendations upon completion in accordance with the provisions of Section 3-14 of the Illinois State Auditing Act.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

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

HOUSE RULES-AMEND

Amends Rule 66. Provides that a motion to adjourn for more than 3 days may be immediately placed on the Daily Calendar for consideration by the House (rather than considered and adopted by the House).

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

RULES-AMEND

Amends Rule 59. Provides that, when a bill or resolution has at least 5 co-sponsors from the majority caucus and at least 5 co-sponsors from the minority caucus, the Chairperson shall (i) schedule a hearing for the bill or resolution pursuant to Rule 21, (ii) allow the Principal Sponsor or other authorized member an opportunity at a hearing to present the bill for testimony and discussion, and (iii) schedule a hearing for the bill or resolution pursuant to Rule 21 when the Chairperson shall place the bill or resolution before the committee for a vote on a reporting motion authorized by Rule 22(a). Provides that committee consideration of the bill or resolution must occur on or before the applicable committee reporting deadline established pursuant to Rule 9.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

HOUSE RULES-AMEND

Amends House Rule 37. Provides that, while a Senate Bill is pending in the Senate, a House member may file with the Clerk a request to become the Principal Sponsor of the bill upon its arrival in the House, unless a previously submitted request remains pending. Authorizes a member to withdraw the member's request before arrival of the bill in the House. Specifies that, notwithstanding Rule 37(a), these sponsorship requests and withdraw of requests shall be noted in the Legislative Digest and on the General Assembly website.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

HOUSE RULES-AMEND

Amends Rule 37. Provides that, when the House or any of its committees has amended an appropriation bill, a vote on final passage of the bill shall not be taken until the second calendar day following the day an amendment was adopted, unless the amendment is tabled. Requires the affirmative vote of 79 members elected to suspend the requirement. Adds a Rule concerning appropriations bills. Prohibits the House from considering a motion to concur with one or more amendments to an appropriation bill until the second calendar day following the day the Senate adopted an amendment to the bill, unless the amendment is tabled. Provides that a conference committee report for an appropriation bill shall not be considered by the House until the second calendar day following the day the conference committee report was filed with the Clerk. Specifies that the Rule does not limit consideration of a motion to concur or conference committee report by a committee of the House or a joint committee of the House and Senate. Makes conforming changes in Rule 75.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

HOUSE RULES-AMEND

Amends Rules 18, 73, and 75. Provides that all conference committee reports are, upon filing with the Clerk, automatically referred to the standing or special committee that last reported the bill to the House. Changes the composition of conference committees. Provides that the Speaker shall appoint 2 members to a conference committee, the Minority Leader shall appoint 1 member, and the Chairperson and Spokesperson of the committee that last reported the bill to the House shall be ex officio members of the conference committee. (Now, the Speaker appoints 3 members to a conference committee and the Minority Leader appoints 2 members to a conference committee.) Deletes a cross-reference to Rule 18 in a provision requiring joint action motions for final action or conference committee reports to be referred to the House by the Rules Committee or a standing committee or special committee.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

HOUSE RULES-AMEND

Amends Rule 42. Provides that No more than 25 bills and resolutions (rather than 80 bills and resolutions) shall be listed in the 3 orders of business listed on the Consent Calendar. Provides that a bill or resolution may be placed on the Consent Calendar by report of a standing committee or special committee upon a motion made only for that purpose that is adopted by a unanimous vote of the members present (rather than a motion adopted by a unanimous vote of the members present). Specifies that a deadline established under Rule 9 for Third Reading and passage shall not apply to bills that remain pending on the Consent Calendar on the date of the deadline.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

HOUSE RULES-AMEND

Amends House Rule 59. Provides that a motion for the previous question requires the affirmative vote of 71 members (rather than 60 elected members).

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

HOUSE RULES

Amends House Rule 30. Authorizes members to access the House Chamber during the hours that the Clerk's Office is open to the public, unless the Speaker has ordered a temporary restriction on access (i) for a private meeting, (ii) to prepare the room for a scheduled event, (iii) for maintenance or renovations, or (iv) due to a potential or confirmed security threat. Specifies that, during days when the House is not scheduled to convene in regular session, veto session, or special session, member access may be further limited by the Speaker when necessary to maintain the security of the House Chamber. Authorizes members to escort guests onto the House floor with the approval of the Speaker pursuant to a request registered with the Clerk.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

HOUSE RULES-AMEND

Amends House Rule 39. Provides that, within 24 hours after adjournment of a committee or task force meeting, the Clerk shall make accessible on the General Assembly website any audio recording of a meeting required under the House Rules.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

RULES-AMEND

Amends Rule 59. Provides that a motion for the previous question is not debatable and requires either the unanimous consent of the members present or the affirmative vote of 60 members elected (now, a motion for the previous question is not debatable and requires the affirmative vote of 60 members elected). Provides that a record vote must be taken on the motion if unanimous consent has been denied. Prohibits this requirement from being suspended.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

RULES-AMEND

Adds a rule authorizing a member to designate a House Bill as a Priority Bill when filing it with the Clerk. Requires Chairpersons to make a good-faith effort to facilitate committee consideration of each Priority Bill at a time when the Principal Sponsor or the Principal Sponsor's designee, and their necessary witnesses, are available. Requires a Priority Bill posted for a particular hearing to be considered by the committee before consideration of legislative measures without that designation if the Principal Sponsor or designee consents to consideration at that time. Provides that, if the Principal Sponsor or the Principal Sponsor's designee fails to present the bill during the first or second hearing for which the bill was posted or if the Principal Sponsor or the Principal Sponsor's designee withdraws consent for consideration at the hearing, the committee may hear testimony and vote one time on a reporting motion for that bill without the consent of the Principal Sponsor or the Principal Sponsor's designee at the third or subsequent hearing for which the bill is posted. Authorizes only the Principal Sponsor or chief co-sponsor of a Priority Bill to offer a committee amendment to the bill. Provides that each Priority Bill that remains pending in any committee at 5:00 p.m. on April 1 shall be automatically discharged to the House and placed on the calendar on the order of Second Reading, unless a standing or special committee has provided an opportunity for public testimony on the bill at a posted hearing and taken a record vote on a motion to report the bill to the House. Declares that certain deadlines do not apply to Priority Bills. Requires the Journal and Legislative Digest to reference a Priority Bill in a manner that identifies that designation. Prohibits Priority Bill status from being revoked or transferred to another bill. Provides that a Chairperson who fails to implement and comply with these requirements may be subject to disciplinary action under the House rules. Prohibits the suspension of these rules.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

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

AUDIT-STATE SPENDING & HIRING

Directs the Auditor General pursuant to Section 3-2 of the Illinois State Auditing Act to conduct a forensic audit of all State spending, hiring, procurement, and contracts awarded from January 1, 2022 to January 1, 2024.

Chris MillerRepublican

RADON ACTION MONTH

Declares the month of January 2025 as Radon Action Month in the State of Illinois.

Ann M. WilliamsDemocrat

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

URGES-OMEGA PSI PHI-CHICAGO

Strongly urges the Supreme Council of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. to select Chicago as the host city for the 2028 Omega Psi Phi Conclave, recognizing the city's unparalleled history, infrastructure, and alignment with the fraternity's mission of service and uplift.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

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