MEMORIAL-JOHN POLKA
This Senate resolution honors John Polka, a retired biology teacher and coach from River Forest who passed away in January 2024. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and friends while acknowledging his long career in education and coaching. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his contributions to Fenwick High School and the broader community.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Oct 2024
Committee Review
Oct 2024
House Passage
Nov 2024
Governor
Introduced Oct 11, 2024
Last action Nov 13, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Nov 13, 2024
Lower · Passed
Resolution Adopted
lower
Oct 11, 2024
Committee
Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Don Harmon
DDemocratic
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