Bills & Legislation

RECOGNIZES-SGM W. BAINBRIDGE

Recognizes the life and career of Sergeant Major William G. Bainbridge of the United States Army, who provided extraordinary service in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam while making lasting contributions to the United States Army and the nation.

Dan SwansonRepublican

RECOGNIZES-GEN. SHALIKASHVILI

Recognizes the distinguished career and enduring legacy of General John Malchase David Shalikashvili of the United States Army as a soldier, leader, and statesman. Expresses the deepest gratitude for his service to the United States and the world.

Dan SwansonRepublican

RECOGNIZES-MAJOR E. VATTMANN

Recognizes the extraordinary career and legacy of Major Edward Vattmann of the United States Army, whose service to his country and community represents the highest ideals of courage, faith, and patriotism.

Dan SwansonRepublican

CONGRATS-UNITED AIRLINES

Congratulates United Airlines on its 100th anniversary and expresses gratitude for its century of service.

Norma HernandezDemocrat

ASTHMA/ALLERGY AWARENESS MONTH

Declares May 2026 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in the State of Illinois. Calls upon all Illinoisans to observe the month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

CONGRATS-FAITH R. JULIAN

Mourns the death of Faith Roselle Julian of Oak Park.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

CONGRATS-ILC GLENVIEW

Congratulates Immanuel Lutheran Church of Glenview on the 150th anniversary of its founding and the 100th anniversary of its sanctuary and commends the congregation for its century and a half of dedicated service to the residents of Glenview and the surrounding area.

Jennifer Gong-GershowitzDemocrat

COMMEND-THE BABY BANK

Commends The Baby Bank and all of its volunteers on its one millionth diaper distributed and wishes the organization continued success in addressing the essential needs of so many families in its communities.

Maurice A. West, IIDemocrat

CONGRATS-EAST ST. LOUIS H.S.

Congratulates the East St. Louis Senior High School boys basketball team, the Flyers, on winning the 2026 Illinois High School Association Class 3A State Championship.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

CONGRATS-CYNDI OBERLE-DAHM

Congratulates Cyndi Oberle-Dahm on her retirement from Belleville Township District 201. Thanks her for her commitment to the community and to the State of Illinois.

Jay HoffmanDemocrat

CONGRATS-ETHAN CEPURAN

Congratulates Ethan Cepuran on his remarkable performance at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games and his storied career in speedskating and commends him for his dedication, sportsmanship, and the pride he has brought to the Village of Glen Ellyn and the State of Illinois.

Margaret A. DeLaRosaDemocrat

CONGRATS-SAUGANASH WOMENS CLUB

Congratulates the Sauganash Woman's Club on the occasion of its 100th anniversary, commends its members past and present for their century of service, and extends best wishes for its continued success.

Michael J. KellyDemocrat

MEMORIAL-KEITH L. CAIN

Mourns the death of Keith Leo Cain of Princeton.

Ryan SpainRepublican

CONGRATS-HERRIN JHS GIRL BBALL

Congratulates the Herrin Junior High School girls basketball team, the Lady Tigers, on winning the 2026 Southern Illinois Junior High School Athletic Association (SIJHSAA) Class L State Championship and on achieving a 25-0 undefeated season.

Paul JacobsRepublican

CONGRATS-DON & JENNIE LATHAM

Congratulates Don and Jennie Latham on celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary.

Nicolle GrasseDemocrat

CONGRATS-DR. ELIZABETH SHAPIRO

Congratulates Elizabeth "Betsy" Shapiro, D.D.S., J.D. on her outstanding career in dentistry. Commends her many contributions to the American Dental Association, the Illinois State Dental Society, and the profession at large. Wishes her continued success in her service to organized dentistry.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CONGRATS-RABBI ANDREA LONDON

Congratulates Rabbi Andrea London on the occasion of her retirement from Beth Emet The Free Synagogue.

Robyn GabelDemocrat

CONGRATS-YMCA U.S.

Congratulates the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) on the occasion of the 175th anniversary of the founding of the first chapter of the YMCA that was based in the United States, and commends the YMCA's role in responding to community needs, connecting people, fostering support, and building relationships and a sense of belonging.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

COMMENDS-CHAKOTA-TRC

Commends the Chakota Therapeutic Riding Center (Chakota-TRC), a community-based human service organization in Germantown, for its important work in providing therapeutic horseback riding to children and adults with disabilities. Wishes the organization continued success in advancing therapeutic activities to improve the quality of life for individuals living with disabilities.

Charles MeierRepublican

COMMEND-KEN HENDRIKSEN

Commends Dr. Ken Hendriksen on his extraordinary career and his many contributions to the educational advancement of the youth of the State.

Sue SchererDemocrat

CONGRATS-CHICAGO SERVICE UNIT

Congratulates Union Pacific Railroad's Chicago Service Unit, General Manager Cerwin Fleming, and all team members on earning the 2025 Safety Bell Award.

Norma HernandezDemocrat

CONGRATS-USA MEN'S HOCKEY

Congratulates the USA Men's Hockey Team for winning an Olympic gold medal at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

MEMORIAL-TARDIFAY JACKSON

Mourns the passing of Tardifay (Horton) Jackson.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

CONGRATS-KINGSLEY JR. HIGH SCH

Congratulates Kingsley Junior High School's (Normal) eighth grade girls basketball team, the Cougars, on winning the 2025 Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) Class 4A State Championship.

Sharon ChungDemocrat

CONGRATS-KINGSLEY JR. HIGH SCH

Congratulates Kingsley Junior High School's (Normal) eighth grade girls basketball team, the Cougars, on winning the 2025 Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) Class 4A State Championship.

Sharon ChungDemocrat

CONGRATS-ABBEY MURPHY

Congratulates Abbey Murphy on winning an Olympic Gold Medal and commends her for her dedication, her resilience, and the exemplary manner in which she represented the State of Illinois and the United States of America.

Rick RyanDemocrat

CONGRATS-EBINGER ELEMENTARY

Congratulates the teachers, educators, students, and parents of Ebinger Elementary School on its 100th anniversary.

Brad StephensRepublican

CONGRATS-TASC

Congratulates Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities (TASC) on its 50th anniversary. Thanks TASC for its significant contributions to justice reform, public health, and community well-being in Illinois. Wishes the organization continued success in advancing effective, accountable, and compassionate alternatives to incarceration.

Yolonda MorrisDemocrat

CONGRATS-VFW POST #1422

Congratulates Bushnell VFW Post #1422 on celebrating 100 years of service to the veterans and community of the City of Bushnell.

Dan SwansonRepublican

CONGRATS-TEUTOPOLIS HIGH SCH

Congratulates the Teutopolis High School boys golf team, the Wooden Shoes, on winning the 2025 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 1A State Championship.

Brad HalbrookRepublican

CONGRATS-POLICE CHIEF HEFEL

Congratulates Police Chief Eric Hefel on his retirement from the Galena Police Department.

Tony M. McCombieRepublican

CONGRATS-MATT TUMBLESON

Congratulates Matt Tumbleson on his outstanding professional accomplishments, commends his leadership in the National Basketball Association, and thanks him for his continued service and contributions to his hometown, his alma mater, and the State of Illinois.

Ryan SpainRepublican

CONGRATS-JASON HERBSTER

Congratulates Jason Herbster on his retirement as executive director of the Crystal Lake Park District after more than 15 years of service. Thanks him for his dedication and commitment to the Crystal Lake community and the State of Illinois.

Suzanne M. NessDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DOROTHY KELLER

Mourns the passing of Dorothy Jane Cobb Keller of Jacksonville.

Gregg JohnsonDemocrat

MEMORIAL-STANDISH E. WILLIS

Mourns the passing of Standish E. "Kwame" Willis, Esq. of Chicago.

Yolonda MorrisDemocrat

FALLEN FIRST RESPONDERS MONTH

Declares June 2026 as Fallen First Responders Month in the State of Illinois in honor of all the firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Encourages citizens to observe this designation with appropriate ceremonies, memorial services, moments of silence, educational programs, and acts of community service to honor the legacy of our fallen heroes. Expresses deep gratitude to the families of the fallen and pledges continued support to the men and women who serve and protect our communities each day.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

MEMORIAL-CINTHIA D. SMITH

Mourns the death of Cinthia Dianne "Cindy" Smith.

Sue SchererDemocrat

CONGRATS-MICHAEL EDWARDS

Congratulates Michael Edwards on his retirement as president and CEO of the Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA). Thanks him for his 13 years of dedicated service to the City of Chicago and the State of Illinois. Wishes him the very best in all his future endeavors

Kimberly Du BucletDemocrat

MEMORIAL-PATRICK C. FINN

Mourns the death of Patrick Cassidy "Pat" Finn.

Michael J. Coffey, Jr.Republican

MEMORIAL-ERIC W. ZEHR

Mourns the death of Eric Wayne "Rick" Zehr.

Jehan Gordon-BoothDemocrat

MEMORIAL-V. L. ROMAN-COMMINGS

Mourns the death of Valencia L. Roman-Commings.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

BLACK FARMERS AND GROWERS WEEK

Declares May 3 through May 9, 2026 as Black Farmers and Growers Week in the State of Illinois. Encourages the people of Illinois and their representatives in government to learn about the history of Black farming communities and the contributions made by African Americans to agriculture in the United States. Encourages State agencies and policymakers to ensure that agricultural programs intended to support farmers are implemented in a manner that meaningfully reaches Black farmers and growers across Illinois, including emerging, limited-resource, and socially disadvantaged producers, and that outreach and program participation extend broadly throughout the State's Black farming communities.

Sonya M. HarperDemocrat

CONGRATS-LEONA WALKER DAVIS

Congratulates Leona Walker Davis on celebrating her 100th birthday.

Robyn GabelDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JOHN A. SMITH JR.

Mourns the passing of John Alden Smith Jr.

Curtis J. Tarver, IIDemocrat

MEMORIAL-DR. B. LAFAYETTE JR.

Mourns the passing of civil rights leader Dr. Bernard LaFayette Jr.

Carol AmmonsDemocrat

CONGRATS-BILL RIORDAN

Congratulates Bill Riordan on his retirement as executive director of the Lockport Township Park District.

Patrick SheehanRepublican

HONORS-ROLAND W. BURRIS

Honors Roland W. Burris for his extraordinary life, legacy, and contributions to public service. Expresses appreciation for his decades of leadership, his groundbreaking achievements, and his enduring commitment to justice and equality.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

CONGRATS-NAVY PIER

Congratulates Navy Pier on being named the unofficial eastern terminus of U.S. Route 66 on March 25, 2026.

Kam BucknerDemocrat

MEMORIAL-JERRY R. BUFORD

Mourns the passing of Jerry R. Buford of Chicago.

Camille Y. LillyDemocrat

COMMENDS-X. SIGUENZA CABRERA

Commends Ximena Siguenza Cabrera, Director of Community Engagement & Impact at Rincon Family Services, for her integrity, leadership, and statewide impact. Thanks her for her continued contributions to the health, dignity, and well-being of the people of Illinois.

Norma HernandezDemocrat