Bills & Legislation

FY26 HOUSE REVENUE ESTIMATE

Sets forth the amounts of general funds estimated by the House of Representatives to be available during State fiscal year 2026.

Norine K. Hammond

ADJOURN HOUSE & SENATE

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE SENATE CONCURRING HEREIN, that when the two Houses adjourn on Thursday, March 06, 2025, the House of Representatives stands adjourned until Tuesday, March 11, 2025, and when it adjourns on that day, it stands adjourned until Wednesday, March 12, 2025, and when it adjourns on that day, it stands adjourned until Thursday, March 13, 2025, and when it adjourns on that day, it stands adjourned until Tuesday, March 18, 2025, or to the call of the Speaker; and the Senate stands adjourned until Tuesday, March 18, 2025, or to the call of the President.

HERO DAY

Declares August 27, 2025 as Hero Day in the State of Illinois to recognize, honor, and celebrate those whose dedication and service make a profound impact on the lives of others.

Mary Gill

CHILD WELFARE LIAB TASK FORCE

Creates the Child Welfare Agency Liability Task Force to develop and recommend a permanent solution to address the unavailability of liability insurance for child welfare agencies in the State.

Suzanne M. Ness

JIM EDGAR READING ROOM

Designates Rooms 105 and 109 of the Illinois State Library at 300 South Second Street in Springfield as the "Jim Edgar Reading Room" that houses the Illinois Authors' Collection in honor of the lasting legacy and impact of former Illinois Governor and Illinois Secretary of State Jim Edgar.

END GUN VIOLENCE TASK FORCE

Creates the End Gun Violence in Disproportionately Impacted Areas Task Force to study, analyze data, make recommendations, and develop policy proposals addressing the root causes of violence and resulting trauma to drastically reduce gun violence in disproportionately impacted areas.

GOOD FOOD TASK FORCE

Creates the Illinois Good Food Purchasing Policy Task Force to study the current procurement of food within the State and explore how Good Food Purchasing can be implemented to maximize the procurement of healthy foods that are sustainably, locally, and equitably sourced.

ADJOURN HOUSE & SENATE

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE SENATE CONCURRING HEREIN, that when the two Houses adjourn on Friday, April 11, 2025, the House of Representatives stands adjourned until Tuesday, April 22, 2025, and when it adjourns on that day, it stands adjourned until Wednesday, April 23, 2025, and when it adjourns on that day, it stands adjourned until Thursday, April 24, 2025, and when it adjourns on that day, it stands adjourned until Tuesday, April 29, 2025, or until the call of the Speaker; and the Senate stands adjourned until Tuesday, April 29, 2025, or until the call of the President.

ISBE-GIFTED LEARNERS

Directs the Professional Review Panel and the Illinois State Board of Education to conduct the analysis and financial modeling required to evaluate the implications of including other categories of advanced learners in addition to gifted as adequacy factors beginning in the 2026-2027 school year.

JACK STEINMAN MEMORIAL HWY

Designates the junction of Illinois Route 49 and Illinois Route 33 in Willow Hill as the "Jackie Wayne "Jack" Steinman Memorial Highway".

MARINE CORPS MONTH

Declares the month of November 2025 as "Marine Corps Month" in the State of Illinois to recognize and honor the contributions of U.S. Marines Corps members and to commemorate the sacrifices and valor displayed by Marines.

Stephanie A. Kifowit

SSG TROEHLER MEMORIAL HIGHWAY

Designates U.S. Route 24 as it travels through Fairbury the "SSG Wilbur E. Troehler Memorial Highway".

ANTHONY GILMAN HGWY

Designates Illinois Route 96 from Mozier to the Pike County line as the "Army Specialist Anthony William Gilman Highway".

ADJOURN HOUSE & SENATE

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE SENATE CONCURRING HEREIN, that when the two Houses adjourn on Thursday, May 01, 2025, the House of Representatives stands adjourned until Tuesday, May 06, 2025, or to the call of the Speaker; and the Senate stands adjourned until Tuesday, May 06, 2025, or to the call of the President.

SSG R. HERREID MEMORIAL HGWY

Designates Route 31 in Batavia from Main Street south to Mooseheart Road as the "SSG Robert D. Herreid Memorial Highway".

Stephanie A. Kifowit

SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY DAY

Declares May 7, 2025 as Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated Day in the State of Illinois.

Debbie Meyers-Martin

IL MARINE CORPS LEAGUE DAYS

Declares June 5 through June 8, 2025 as Illinois Marine Corps League Days. Urges all citizens to recognize the good works of this fine organization.

Stephanie A. Kifowit

CONGRESSMAN DAVIS SUPERHIGHWAY

Designates Route 29 from Cardinal Hill Road in Rochester to East 1600 North Road in Taylorville as the "Congressman Rodney Davis Superhighway".

SUPPORT-AUTISTIC INDIVIDUALS

Reaffirms commitment to upholding the health, dignity, and civil rights of all people with disabilities, including Autistic individuals across the spectrum of strengths, needs, and identities. Recognizes and honors the rightful presence, contributions, and leadership of neurodivergent individuals in inclusive schools, workplaces, and communities throughout every stage of life.

COST OF LIVING TASK FORCE

Establishes the Saving Working Families and Easing the Cost of Living Task Force to assess the feasibility of implementing policies focused on reducing the cost of living and enhancing the economic well-being of middle-class and modest-income families.

Sharon Chung

MICHAEL FULTZ/DAVID MANN HGWY

Designates the section of Illinois US Route 34 from 12th Road to 14th Road as the Michael Kent Fultz and David Roy Mann Memorial Highway.

Bradley Fritts

SPC AGNT LACKEY MEMORIAL HWY

Designates Old U.S. Route 36 from Jacksonville to Alexander as the "Special Agent Pete Lackey Memorial Highway."

Christopher "C.D." Davidsmeyer

CONGRATS-NESTLE USA, MORTON

Congratulates the Nestle USA plant in Morton on achieving its 100th anniversary. Thanks the plant for its continued contributions to the Morton community.

William E Hauter

DHS-DELAY CUTS-DSP SERVICE HRS

Urges the Illinois Department of Human Services and the Pritzker Administration to delay cuts to Direct Service Professional (DSP) service hours set to begin January 1,2026, until such time as the State is prepared to implement the "Zero Hour" Staffing Model, to protect the services depended on by individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

MICHAEL JORDAN WAY

Designates Warren Boulevard in Chicago from Western Avenue to Ashland Avenue named as "Michael Jordan Way".

Anthony DeLuca

LITTLE PALESTINE WAY

Designates Harlem Avenue in Chicago from 79th Street to 111th Street as Little Palestine Way in honor of the countless contributions of the Palestinian-American community. Commends both past and present generations of Palestinian-American leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, cultural organizers, women's organizations, faith leaders, and families for ensuring that Harlem Avenue remains a thriving hub of Palestinian-American life, identity, and contribution in Illinois.

ADJOURN HOUSE & SENATE

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE SENATE CONCURRING HEREIN, that when the two Houses adjourn on Friday, October 31, 2025, the House of Representatives stands adjourned to the call of the Speaker; and the Senate stands adjourned to the call of the President.

LCPL RUSSELL ROWE MEMORIAL HWY

Designates Illinois Route 131 from the state line south to Illinois Route 173 as the "Lance Corporal Russell Rowe Memorial Highway".

BEVERLY SUSSMAN WAY

Designates the portion of Illinois Route 83 from Arlington Heights Road to Deerfield Parkway in Buffalo Grove as "Beverly Sussman Way".

PRP & ISBE AI ANALYSIS

Directs the Professional Review Panel (PRP) and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to conduct the analysis and financial modeling required to evaluate the current, likely, and potential impacts of artificial intelligence and related technologies on the cost factors within the evidence-based funding model. Directs PRP and the ISBE to submit their findings in a written report to the General Assembly and Governor by December 31, 2027.

Laura Faver Dias

MEMORIAL-MICHAEL L. SMOOT

Mourns the passing of Michael L. Smoot.

Doris Turner

MEMORIAL-LYNNIE R. TAYLOR

Mourns the passing of Lynnie R. Taylor of Shiloh.

Christopher Belt

HOLI DAY

Declares March 5, 2026 as Holi Day in the State of Illinois. Encourages residents to acknowledge and celebrate the rich traditions and enduring contributions of the Indian American community throughout the State.

Ram Villivalam

MEMORIAL-WILLIAM J. MERIWETHER

Mourns the death of William Jean "Bill" Meriwether Jr.

Neil Anderson

MEMORIAL-DAN J. MALE

Mourns the passing of Dan J. Male.

Neil Anderson

MEMORIAL-DR. JOHN B. DALE

Mourns the death of Dr. John B. Dale of Brimfield.

Neil Anderson

MEMORIAL-JOHN A. GLEASON

Mourns the passing of John Albert Gleason of Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Pekin.

Neil Anderson

MEMORIAL-EDWARD A. CONWAY

Mourns the passing of Edward A. "Ed" Conway of Pekin.

Neil Anderson

MEMORIAL-JAMES REID

Mourns the passing of James Reid of Canton.

Neil Anderson

MEMORIAL-ROY D. HOPPER

Mourns the passing of Roy D. Hopper of Canton.

Neil Anderson

CONGRATS-TASC

Congratulates Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities (TASC) on its 50th anniversary. Extends best wishes to TASC for continued success in advancing effective, accountable, and compassionate alternatives to incarceration.

Lakesia Collins

CONGRATS-VAC LAKE COUNTY

Congratulates the Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County on its 100th anniversary.

Craig Wilcox

RECOGNIZES-MICHAEL GRIFFIN

Recognizes Detective Michael Griffin of the Moline Police Department Criminal Investigations unit for his unrelenting commitment to pursuing justice in the 1996 disappearance of 11-year-old Trudy Appleby. Thanks Det. Griffin and the Moline Police Department for their continued service and dedication towards protecting residents and solving cases.

Neil Anderson

GOVERNOR JIM EDGAR DAY

Declares July 22, 2026 as Governor Jim Edgar Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of former Governor Jim Edgar's life, his legacy, and his extraordinary career in public service.

Sally J. Turner

MEMORIAL-DALE R. YOUNG

Mourns the death of Dale R. Young of Brimfield.

Neil Anderson

MEMORIAL-JAMES E. MARTINDALE

Mourns the passing of James Eugene Martindale of Donnellson, Iowa.

Neil Anderson

ME AWARENESS DAY

Declares May 12, 2026 as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Awareness Day. Encourages increased public education and awareness efforts regarding Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, 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.

Laura Fine

EQUAL PAY DAY

Declares March 26, 2026 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.

Celina Villanueva

MEMORIAL-JOHN W. SCHOON

Mourns the death of John W. Schoon of Glasford.

Neil Anderson

MEMORIAL-SCOTT MCFARLAND

Mourns the passing of Scott McFarland of Moline.

Neil Anderson