Bills & Legislation

CONGRATS-VAC LAKE COUNTY

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

Craig WilcoxRepublican

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 AndersonRepublican

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. TurnerRepublican

MEMORIAL-DALE R. YOUNG

Mourns the death of Dale R. Young of Brimfield.

Neil AndersonRepublican

MEMORIAL-JAMES E. MARTINDALE

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

Neil AndersonRepublican

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 FineDemocrat

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 VillanuevaDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JOHN W. SCHOON

Mourns the death of John W. Schoon of Glasford.

Neil AndersonRepublican

MEMORIAL-SCOTT MCFARLAND

Mourns the passing of Scott McFarland of Moline.

Neil AndersonRepublican

CONGRATS-DR. VAN OYEN

Congratulates Dr. Lawrence Van Oyen, professor of music at North Central College, on the occasion of his retirement for his decades of distinguished service to music education, his extraordinary dedication to enriching the lives of children with autism and their families through the Chords for Kids program, and the profound and lasting impact he has had on his students and colleagues throughout his remarkable career.

Laura EllmanDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CHRISTIAN J. PASCENTE

Mourns the passing of Christian James "CP" Pascente of Johnsburg.

Darby A. HillsRepublican

LATINA HERITAGE DAY

Declares March 15, 2026 as Latina Heritage Day.

Celina VillanuevaDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DR. BARBARA M. GAFFKE

Mourns the passing of Dr. Barbara Mary Gaffke.

Laura M. MurphyDemocrat

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 VillanuevaDemocrat

MEMORIAL-SUNIL PURI

Mourns the death of Sunil Puri.

Dave SyversonRepublican

CONGRATS-D & C HERRIOTT

Congratulates Daniel and Constance Herriott on being named among the Top 10 national contenders in the American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers and Ranchers Achievement Award program. Commends them on this achievement and for all of their hard work.

Chapin RoseRepublican

MEMORIAL-BUFORD M. GREEN

Mourns the death of Buford M. Green.

Jil TracyRepublican

MEMORIAL-ELAINE E. BIRTCH

Mourns the death of Elaine Evelyn Birtch.

Steve McClureRepublican

MEMORIAL-RAYMOND SCHEITER JR.

Mourns the death of Raymond Alfred "Ray" Scheiter Jr. of Quincy, formerly of Golden.

Jil TracyRepublican

IL BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS DAY

Declares March 24, 2026 as Illinois Boys & Girls Clubs Day in the State of Illinois. Commends the Illinois Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs and its member organizations, staff, and volunteers. Encourages continued investment and support for Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Illinois.

Doris TurnerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ROBERT K. FAIR

Mourns the death of Robert Keith "Bob" Fair of Virginia.

Jil TracyRepublican

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.

Christopher BeltDemocrat

ALS AWARENESS MONTH

Declares May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month and urges all Americans to join in supporting ALS research, advocating for increased funding, and standing in solidarity with those affected by this relentless disease.

Cristina CastroDemocrat

CONGRATS-RUTH P. D. BUEHRER

Congratulates Ruth Perejda Deram Buehrer on celebrating her 100th birthday.

Mary Edly-AllenDemocrat

CONGRATS-KADE HILL

Congratulates Kade Hill on earning third place in the American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers and Ranchers Discussion Meet competition at the 2026 American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention.

Chris BalkemaRepublican

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

Declares March 2026 as Women's History Month in the State of Illinois. Honors the achievements and contributions of women throughout the State of Illinois, the United States, and the world. Encourages citizens to recognize and celebrate the women in their lives and communities whose dedication, service, and leadership strengthen our State and nation.

Jil TracyRepublican

FARMWORKERS DAY

Declares March 31, 2026 as Farmworkers Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of the essential contributions and sacrifices of farmworkers past and present. Recognizes the multiracial, intergenerational coalition of workers, including men, women, and children, whose collective action transformed labor rights in this country. Honors the courage, resilience, and contributions of farmworkers in the State of Illinois and across the United States.

Celina VillanuevaDemocrat

DOLORES HUERTA DAY

Declares April 10, 2026 as Dolores Huerta Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of Dolores Clara Fernandez Huerta's lifelong commitment to justice and her enduring impact on generations of activists and working families. Commends Dolores Huerta for her extraordinary contributions to civil rights, labor rights, gender equity, and social justice. Recognizes her resilience in sharing her story and her commitment to uplifting the experiences of women whose narratives have too often been overlooked.

Celina VillanuevaDemocrat

MEMORIAL-BUTLER MCGEE JR.

Mourns the passing of Butler McGee Jr.

Kimberly A. LightfordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ZACHARY C. MONROE

Mourns the death of Zachary Charles "Zackie" Monroe of Bartonville, formerly of Peoria.

David KoehlerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ROBERT SALZER

Mourns the passing of Robert "Bob" Salzer of East Peoria.

David KoehlerDemocrat

CONGRATS-LEMAN FARMS INC.

Congratulates Leman Farms Inc. on being named the 2026 Family of the Year by the Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA). Thanks the Leman family and staff of Leman farms for their continued hard work and dedication to the pork industry.

David KoehlerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-RICK GARCIA

Mourns the passing of Rick Garcia of the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago.

Sara FeigenholtzDemocrat

MEMORIAL-EDDIE J. GODWIN

Mourns the death of Eddie Joseph Godwin.

Elgie R. Sims, Jr.Democrat

MEMORIAL-ERNIE BAUMANN

Mourns the passing of Ernie Baumann of Maywood.

Kimberly A. LightfordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-GOV. JAMES B. HUNT

Mourns the death of former North Carolina Governor James B. Hunt Jr.

Kimberly A. LightfordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-BISHOP DR. C. PORTER

Mourns the death of Bishop Dr. Claude Porter.

Kimberly A. LightfordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CHRISTIAN J. LAW

Mourns the passing of Christian Jon "CJ" Law.

Kimberly A. LightfordDemocrat

CONGRATS-PROVISO EAST HS

Congratulates Proviso East High School on earning a Commendable designation by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) two years in a row. Wishes its staff and students continued success.

Kimberly A. LightfordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ROBERT D'ONOFRIO

Mourns the passing of Robert "Bobby" D'Onofrio of Chicago.

Michael E. HastingsDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JAMES L. O'BRIEN

Mourns the death of James L. "Boz" O'Brien of Chicago.

Michael E. HastingsDemocrat

DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARE. MO.

Declares April 2026 as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in the State of Illinois. Urges the citizens and businesses of the State of Illinois to observe Distracted Driving Awareness Month by practicing safe driving behaviors and pledging to drive distraction-free.

Seth LewisRepublican

NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH-SUPPORT

Expresses support for National Safety Month in June 2026 and strongly urges the citizens and businesses of Illinois to observe National Safety Month by practicing safe and healthy behaviors in all aspects of their lives.

Seth LewisRepublican

MEMORIAL-ETHEL L. JESSE

Mourns the passing of Ethel Lucille Jesse of Girard and Decatur.

Steve McClureRepublican

MEMORIAL-WILLIAM E. PETERSON

Mourns the death of former Illinois State Senator William E. "Bill" Peterson Jr. of Long Grove.

John F. CurranRepublican

MEMORIAL-REV. JANIS A. SHARPE

Mourns the death of Reverend Janis Arlene Sharpe.

Lakesia CollinsDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JAMES D. BOLIN

Mourns the passing of James Dean "Jim" Bolin of Casey.

Chapin RoseRepublican