Bills & Legislation

CONGRATS-ST. ANDREWS GOLF

Congratulates St. Andrews Golf & Country Club of West Chicago on the occasion of its 100th anniversary in operation in 2026.

Amy L. Grant

MEMORIAL-ANGELA J. ROBINSON

Mourns the death of Angela Jeanette Robinson.

Jehan Gordon-Booth

MEMORIAL-CORNELL L. WRIGHT JR.

Mourns the passing of Cornell Lincoln Wright Jr.

Jehan Gordon-Booth

CONGRATS-THOMAS MICK

Congratulates Village Manager Thomas "Tom" Mick of Park Forest on his retirement, thanks him for his service and dedication to the Village of Park Forest, and wishes him all the best as he continues to provide leadership and good counsel.

Stephanie A. Kifowit

MEMORIAL-KIRBY J. DIXON

Mourns the death of Kirby Joseph Dixon.

Amy Elik

MEMORIAL-SISTER JEAN SCHMIDT

Mourns the passing of Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt of the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (BVM), the iconic chaplain of the Loyola University Chicago men's basketball team, the Ramblers.

Kelly M. Cassidy

DUE PROCESS-TRUMP ADMIN.

Reaffirms the right to due process as the bedrock of a fair judicial system. Condemns racial profiling and the violent tactics that are eroding trust in all of law enforcement. Condemns the lawless actions of the Trump Administration that have defied local and constitutional laws and denied people of all types of immigration status their rights to due process.

Dagmara Avelar

FREE PRESS-TRUMP ADMIN.

Affirms support for the freedom of the press and the freedom of speech as outlined in the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. Recognizes the Trump Administration's efforts to exert editorial control over media companies by using the official powers of the government to punish dissent and reward acquiescence as textbook corruption. Condemns President Trump's efforts to restrict the right to free speech as attacks on democracy itself.

Sonya M. Harper

RED LINE-TRUMP ADMIN.

Calls on President Trump to unfreeze all promised funding for a Red Line train extension on Chicago's South Side. Failing to release the promised funding, condemns President Trump's actions as motivated by spite, counter to the cause of a fairer and more economically strong Illinois, and in direct opposition to his purported goal of "making America great". Expresses support for transit for historically underserved communities and the rights of diverse contractors.

Kam Buckner

AUTISM-SEC. KENNEDY

Condemns the dangerous, false, and demeaning statements of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and reaffirms Illinois' commitment to defending science, truth, and respect for all individuals with developmental differences. Urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to immediately resign as Secretary of Health and Human Services. If Secretary Kennedy fails to resign, urges President Trump to immediately remove him as Secretary of Health and Human Services.

Amy Briel

CONDEMN POLITICAL VIOLENCE

Recognizes that politically motivated violence, whether in the form of a mass shooting or a mass deployment of masked troops empowered to instill fear, is a threat to our democracy. Condemns politically motivated violence in all of its forms, whether caused by individuals radicalized by extreme rhetoric or by extremists who use political violence to advance their own agendas.

Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez

MEMORIAL-ALBERT LLORENS

Mourns the passing of Illinois Education Association (IEA) President Albert "Al" Llorens.

William "Will" Davis

CONGRATS-RAY LONG

Congratulates Ray Long on his retirement after dedicating more than 40 years to covering Illinois politics as an investigative journalist and thanks him for his service to our community.

Ryan Spain

CONGRATS-TOM MILLER

Congratulates Tom Miller on his retirement and thanks him for his nearly five decades of dedicated service to the people and communities of Southern Illinois.

Dave Severin

CONGRATS-MAJOR CAMERON JONES

Extends warm congratulations to Major Cameron Jones of the United States Air Force on his selection as a 2025 astronaut candidate by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Expresses that the thoughts of the Illinois House are with Major Jones as he undergoes the further grueling training necessary as the future flight crews are selected by NASA for future American missions into space. Looks forward to seeing the name of Illinois' Major Jones on the news wires of the world as he flies above it.

Tony M. McCombie

MEMORIAL-GOV. JAMES R. EDGAR

Mourns the passing of former Illinois Governor James R. "Jim" Edgar.

Marcus C. Evans, Jr.

MEMORIAL-SARA B. JANZ

Mourns the death of Sara Beth Janz.

La Shawn K. Ford

CONGRATS-MICHAEL K. DURKIN

Congratulates Michael K. "Mike" Durkin on being inducted into the University of Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Recognizes him for his excellence on outdoor tracks, on indoor tracks, and on the exceedingly fast track of Illinois law.

Brad Stephens

CONGRATS-WAUBONSIE VALLEY HS

Congratulates Waubonsie Valley High School on its 50th anniversary.

Stephanie A. Kifowit

CONGRATS-NATL. URBAN LEAGUE

Congratulates the National Urban League on its 115 years of service empowering African Americans and other underserved communities while helping foster a more just, equitable, and inclusive nation. Expresses deep gratitude for the hardworking and dedicated men and women of the National Urban League, National Urban League Affiliates, and its auxiliaries, who, for 115 years, have challenged unjust systems and broken down economic and social barriers. Commends the National Urban League's ongoing and tireless efforts to continue addressing systemic racism and economic inequality, and fighting for the rights of all Americans to live with freedom, dignity, and prosperity.

Kimberly Du Buclet

MEMORIAL-SHELVIN L. M. HALL

Mourns the death of Judge Shelvin Louise Marie Hall.

Emanuel "Chris" Welch

MEMORIAL-LUKE M. STREMLAU

Mourns the passing of Luke Martin Stremlau of Normal.

Sharon Chung

MARINE CORPS DAY/MONTH

Declares November 10, 2025 as Marine Corps Day and the month of November 2025 as Marine Corps Month.

Stephanie A. Kifowit

CONGRATS-LOIS CALLAHAN

Congratulates Lois Callahan on her election to the office of National President of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) Auxiliary, serving from 2025-2026.

Stephanie A. Kifowit

CONGRATS-YAP, INC.

Congratulates Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) on achieving its 50th anniversary while continually making extraordinary contributions to our communities. Commends the organization's unwavering commitment to justice and opportunity and its ongoing efforts to create a more equitable and compassionate society.

Justin Slaughter

CONGRATS-CHIEF KENNY RYKER

Congratulates Chief Ryker on his retirement, thanks him for his years of service to his community and to the State of Illinois, and wishes him, his wife and son, and his family the best in their future endeavors.

Blaine Wilhour

RACE AMITY DAY

Declares June 14, 2026 as Race Amity Day in the State of Illinois. Invites communities across the United States of America to join in introspection and reflection on the beauty and richness of the diverse peoples of this great nation while reaching out with a spirit of amity toward one another on Race Amity Day.

Diane Blair-Sherlock

USPS-SUPPORT

Affirms that the United States Postal Service is a public service that belongs to the people and opposes any effort to dismantle, privatize, or weaken this vital institution.

Jay Hoffman

CONGRATS-ANDREW FREIHEIT

Congratulates Andrew Freiheit on his induction into the Samuel K. Gove Illinois Legislative Internship Hall of Fame and thanks him for his years of exceptional public service.

Tony M. McCombie

CONGRATS-ROSS G. WOLF

Congratulates Ross Garrett Wolf on being selected to the National Athletic Hall of Fame for 2025.

Adam M. Niemerg

CONGRATS-ROSA THOMAS

Congratulates Rosa Thomas on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

Emanuel "Chris" Welch

RECOGNIZES-JOJO BABY

Recognizes Jojo Baby's artistic innovation and decades of service to the LGBTQ community of Chicago. Commends Jojo Baby for their integral role in shaping the identity and artistic vibrancy of the Illinois drag performance scene and for their unwavering advocacy for diversity and inclusion.

Hoan Huynh

COMMENDS-D. COURT HARRIS

Commends D. Court Harris on his eight years of service as chairman of the Chicago Executive Airport Board. Wishes him all the best in his future endeavors.

Tracy Katz Muhl

MEMORIAL-JOSEPH CALDWELL

Mourns the death of Joseph Caldwell of Chicago.

La Shawn K. Ford

CONGRATS-JEFF KOLBUS

Congratulates Jeff Kolbus of Edwards on being elected the 2025 president-elect of the Illinois Realtors Association.

Ryan Spain

MEMORIAL-ROXIE L. FREDERICK

Mourns the passing of Roxie Lee "Rocky" Frederick Jr.

John M. Cabello

COMMENDS-ROCKFORD ANTHOLOGY

Commends The Rockford Anthology for its outstanding contribution to Illinois literature and for capturing the enduring spirit of the Rockford community. Commends Editor Rachel León and all contributing authors for their dedication to telling Rockford's story with honesty, compassion, and hope. Wishes them continued success in advancing community storytelling throughout Illinois.

Maurice A. West, II

COMMEND-ALLEN J. LYNCH

Commends Sgt. Allen James Lynch on his military service and on his dedication to serving the veterans of the State of Illinois.

Joyce Mason

MEMORIAL-LINDA N. HOEFERT

Mourns the death of Linda N. Hoefert of Mount Prospect.

Nicolle Grasse

COMMENDS-WGU SCHOOL OF TECH

Commends Western Governors University's School of Technology for its outstanding contributions to Illinois' workforce development, economic growth, and educational innovation.

Michael Crawford

MEMORIAL-BISHOP JOSEPH JOHNSON

Mourns the passing of Bishop Joseph Hosea Johnson of Peoria.

Kam Buckner

MEMORIAL-DAKOTA J. WELCH

Mourns the death of Dakota James Welch.

Jed Davis

CONGRATS-U.S. MARINE CORPS

Congratulates the United States Marine Corps on its 250th birthday. Commends the sacrifices and valor displayed by Marines.

Stephanie A. Kifowit

MEMORIAL-ERROL E. USHER

Mourns the death of Errol E. Usher of Ladyville, Belize.

Joyce Mason

BEAUTIFUL MINDS PINK SAREE DAY

Declares October 11, 2025 as Beautiful Minds Pink Saree Day/#MyPinkHealth Awareness Day in the State of Illinois. Encourages all residents of Illinois to support initiatives that advance women's wellness, mental health, and youth empowerment.

Natalie A. Manley

COMMENDS-QUAD CTY URBAN LEAGUE

Commends the Quad County Urban League (QCUL) on achieving 50 years of positive and impactful community development in service of its mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities.

Stephanie A. Kifowit

CONGRATS-FAMILYCORE

Congratulates FamilyCore on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. Thanks the agency for its continued efforts to promote safe environments for children and families in the City of Peoria and the surrounding areas.

Jehan Gordon-Booth

CONGRATS-WILLIAM D. MCLEOD

Congratulates Mayor William D. "Bill" McLeod of the Village of Hoffman Estates on 45 years of dedicated public service. Thanks him for his continued service and dedication to the community of Hoffman Estates, the region, and the State.

Anna Moeller

MEMORIAL-ANTOINE L. MERRICK

Mourns the passing of Antoine Lamar Merrick of Chicago Heights.

Marcus C. Evans, Jr.

CONGRATS-THOMAS E. RYAN JR.

Congratulates Thomas E. Ryan Jr. on his retirement as president & business manager of Carpenters Union Local 13. Wishes him the best in all of his future endeavors.

Mary Gill