Bills & Legislation

MEMORIAL-DR. SHEILA KHANNA

Mourns the death of Sheila Trikha Khanna M.D.

Emil Jones, IIIDemocrat

CONGRATS-DAVID JOENS

Congratulates Illinois State Archives Director David Joens on his retirement after 20 years as director and 35 years in state government and public service.

Doris TurnerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DAVID P. CLARK

Mourns the passing of David Paul Clark, former Fire Chief of the Des Plaines Fire Department.

Laura M. MurphyDemocrat

CPR/FIRST AID ED

Affirms the value of incorporating age-appropriate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and life-saving skills into the curriculum for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Recognizes that collaboration with medical providers and emergency response organizations could prove beneficial to the development of guidelines and resources, ensuring these age appropriate lessons are delivered effectively and safely. Recognizes that the prioritization of interactive, hands-on learning opportunities have proven effective in engaging students and making lessons impactful while maintaining adherence to safety standards. Recognizes the importance of making life-saving education an integral part of preparing young people to be not only good students but also responsible and compassionate citizens capable of responding effectively in times of crisis.

Julie A. MorrisonDemocrat

STUDENT ED. NEURODIVERGENCE

Encourages the implementation of a program in K-8 schools to mandate student education on topics of neurodivergence to reinforce Illinois' commitment to providing access to an inclusive future for all students and a safe space for all families in education, cognizant of all neurological backgrounds.

Julie A. MorrisonDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DR. OBIE RUSH

Mourns the death of Dr. Obie Rush.

Christopher BeltDemocrat

CONGRATS-HAVANA CH. OF CHRIST

Congratulates the Havana Church of Christ on achieving its 75th anniversary.

Neil AndersonRepublican

MEMORIAL-GERALD R. BLOCK

Mourns the death of Gerald R. "Jerry" Block of Danville.

Paul FaraciDemocrat

BLACK DIASPORA FREEDOM DAY

Declares January 1, 2026 as Black Diaspora Freedom Day in the State of Illinois to educate, showcase, discuss, and mend fences between the Black and Diaspora communities.

Kimberly A. LightfordDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CAROLE J. KIRWAN

Mourns the passing of Carole Jean Kirwan of Ivesdale.

Emil Jones, IIIDemocrat

MEMORIAL-LEONDO L. SUDDUTH

Mourns the passing of Leondo Lee Sudduth of Minnesota.

Emil Jones, IIIDemocrat

MEMORIAL-AARON PITTMAN-TEAGUE

Mourns the passing of Aaron LaShawn Pittman-Teague.

Patrick J. JoyceDemocrat

CONGRATS-CAROLEANN GALLAGHER

Congratulates Caroleann Gallagher on her appointment as president of the Women's Bar Association of Illinois.

Tracy Katz MuhlDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHICAGO BRUSHMASTERS

Congratulates the Chicago Brushmasters on their fundraising success and commends them for their continued support for the families of the State of Illinois with their Kustom Kulture Charity Art Auction.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

CONGRATS-CONGRESSMAN DAVIS

Congratulates the Honorable Danny K. Davis on his retirement from the U.S. House of Representatives, commends him for a lifetime of dedicated public service to the City of Chicago, the County of Cook, the State of Illinois, and the United States of America, and wishes him continued health and happiness in his well-deserved retirement.

La Shawn K. FordDemocrat

CONGRATS-BEETHOVEN ELEMENTARY

Congratulates the Beethoven Elementary School Class of 2026 on their graduation. Extends best wishes for continued success in all future endeavors.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-CHARLES H. BAIR III

Mourns the death of Charles Homer "Charlie" Bair III.

Norine K. HammondRepublican

COMMEND-CHRISTINA KUBERSKI

Commends Christina "Chris" Kuberski on her outstanding leadership and service to Highland Community College and the citizens of northwestern Illinois throughout her distinguished career in higher education.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CONGRATS-BONNIE LOPEZ

Congratulates Bonnie Lopez on the dedication of the Bonnie Lopez Courtyard at Concordia Place in Avondale. Thanks her for her decades of invaluable service to Concordia Place and the Avondale community. Wishes her continued health and happiness.

Jaime M. Andrade, Jr.Democrat

MEMORIAL-H. P. MANGROLA

Mourns the death of Harendrasinh Pratapsinh Mangrola of Skokie.

Kevin John OlickalDemocrat

MEMORIAL-PUI YIP CHIU

Mourns the passing of Pui Yip Chiu of Chicago.

Theresa MahDemocrat

CONGRATS-MANUFACTURING HOF

Congratulates the 2026 inductees to the Illinois Manufacturing Hall of Fame and commends them for their historic and positive impact on Illinois and the United States.

Amy ElikRepublican

GOODBYE-REP. PAUL JACOBS

Bids a fond farewell to State Representative Paul Jacobs as he pursues a new chapter of his life. Congratulates him for his dedicated service in the Illinois House of Representatives and to his faith, his colleagues, his constituents, and most of all, his family.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

GOODBYE-RHODA JACOBS

Bids goodbye to Rhoda Jacobs and to her husband, Representative Paul Jacobs.

Patrick WindhorstRepublican

CONGRATS-ELIZABETH RYAN

Congratulates Elizabeth "Beth" Ryan on her retirement as director of the Johnsburg Public Library.

Suzanne M. NessDemocrat

CONGRATS-NATIONAL LOUIS UNIV.

Congratulates National Louis University (NLU) on the occasion of its 140th anniversary and its enduring legacy and impact. Commends the faculty, staff, students, and 100,000 living alumni of NLU for their contributions to the prosperity and well-being of the State of Illinois.

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

CONGRATS-GREGG S. HUMPHREY

Congratulates Gregg S. Humphrey on his retirement from the Sangamon County Water Reclamation District. Thanks him for his many years of exceptional service. Wishes him continued health, happiness, and success in all his future endeavors.

Michael J. Coffey, Jr.Republican

ITALIAN BEEF DAY

Declares May 23, 2026 as Italian Beef Day in the State of Illinois. Commends this iconic sandwich as a proud symbol of the State's culinary heritage, immigrant history, and community spirit. Extends thanks to the families and proprietors of Italian beef establishments across the State of Illinois in recognition of their enduring contributions to this shared heritage. Affirms commitment to honoring the cultural and economic contributions of the restaurants, food vendors, and hardworking Illinoisans who have kept this tradition alive for generations. Extends sincere congratulations and gratitude to the creators, cast, and crew of The Bear for their extraordinary portrayal of Chicago's Italian beef culture, for shining a national and international spotlight on the State of Illinois, and for inspiring pride in the State's rich culinary and cultural identity.

Rick RyanDemocrat

JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

Declares May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month.

Will GuzzardiDemocrat

MEMORIAL-PAUL E. HARTMAN

Mourns the death of Paul Eugene Hartman of Savanna.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

MEMORIAL-ASHLEY N. STENSON

Mourns the passing of Ashley Nicole Stenson of St. Louis, Missouri.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

RECOGNIZES-POPE LEO XIV

Recognizes His Holiness Pope Leo XIV for his extraordinary spiritual leadership, his lifelong commitment to service, and the inspiration his historic papacy brings to the people of Illinois, the United States, and the world.

Margaret CrokeDemocrat

CONGRATS-REY B. GONZALEZ

Congratulates Rey B. Gonzalez on his 50 years of extraordinary work advancing civil rights and community development. Expresses deep gratitude for his 45 years of profound leadership at El Valor.

Elizabeth "Lisa" HernandezDemocrat

MEMORIAL-ROXY K. TAYLOR

Mourns the death of Roxy Karyl Taylor.

William "Will" DavisDemocrat

COMMEND-ALPHA & OMEGA/LOWE'S

Commends Alpha and Omega Construction of Salem and Lowe's Home Improvement for helping veterans and their families in need of roofing repairs.

Dave SeverinRepublican

CONGRATS-J. R. & D. M. GEERS

Congratulates Joseph Robert and Dorothy Marie Geers on the occasion of their 70th wedding anniversary. Wishes them many more happy years together.

Charles MeierRepublican

CONGRATS-RSEA

Congratulates the Retired State Employees Association on its 50th anniversary of advocating for and protecting the rights and benefits of state retirees, their spouses, and survivors. Extends best wishes to RSEA for continued success protecting and supporting state retirees, their spouses, and survivors. Thanks all members of RSEA for their many years of faithful service to the people of Illinois.

Michael J. Coffey, Jr.Republican

FSHD AWARENESS DAY

Declares June 20, 2026 as FSHD Awareness Day.

Martin McLaughlinRepublican

IDEC-STUDY-DAY CARE LICENSURE

Urges the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) study ways to reduce licensure and regulation burdens on day care homes in Illinois. Urges the IDEC to specifically study: (1) ways to combine the multiple required trainings and certifications, including absorbing the permit requirement as part of the license, into a single training or certification that can be conducted by a properly trained IDEC employee in fewer visits rather than by employees of outside agencies and businesses, such as fire safety, radon, and lead testing; and (2) how to ensure that the detailed requirements on nutrition, activities, and toys are not used to penalize or deny license renewals based on technical violations when the day care provider is in substantial and good faith compliance with the requirements. Urges the IDEC to issue a report with their findings on these items to the General Assembly by December 31, 2027.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CIVILITY MONTH

Declares August 2026 as Civility Month in the State of Illinois. Commends South Suburban College for its commitment to promoting respectful dialogue, civic engagement, inclusion, and community-building throughout the Southland region.

William "Will" DavisDemocrat

CONGRATS-FRANKLIN PARK

Congratulates the Franklin Park Middle School boys track and field team, the Bobcats, on winning the 2026 Southern Illinois Junior High School Athletic Association (SIJHSAA) Class L State Championship.

Blaine WilhourRepublican

MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH

Declares May of 2026 as Motorcycle Awareness Month. Recognizes the 39 years of ABATE of Illinois, Inc., the more than 300,000 registered motorcyclists statewide, and the continued role that Illinois serves as a leader in motorcycle safety, education, and awareness.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat

COMMENDS-FRANK J. MAUTINO

Congratulates Frank J. Mautino on his retirement as Illinois Auditor General, commends him for his many years of faithful public service, and thanks him for his unwavering commitment to the integrity of the State of Illinois. Extends best wishes for continued health, happiness, and success.

Robert "Bob" RitaDemocrat

CONGRATS-RICHARD KWASNESKI

Congratulates Richard "Rick" Kwasneski on his retirement from public service during the summer of 2026. Thanks him for his profound contributions to the infrastructure and economy of northeastern Illinois. Wishes him the very best in his future endeavors.

Lawrence "Larry" Walsh, Jr.Democrat

MEMORIAL-JEFFREY J. WALIK

Mourns the death of Mayor Jeffrey Joseph "Jeff" Walik of the Village of Stickney.

Elizabeth "Lisa" HernandezDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DR. DAVID K. DEETS

Mourns the death of David K. Deets, M.D.

Bradley FrittsRepublican

HONORS-IL FALLEN HEROES

Honors the American Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines from the State of Illinois who have made the ultimate sacrifice since the previous tribute.

Stephanie A. KifowitDemocrat