MEMORIAL-JERRY BUTLER
HR 189 is a memorial resolution honoring Jerry "Iceman" Butler, a renowned Chicago soul singer (The Impressions) and former Cook County Commissioner (1985-2018), following his death on February 20, 2025. The resolution recognizes his musical legacy, 32-year public service focused on healthcare access (including co-founding John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital), and community leadership. It serves as a formal expression of condolence from the Illinois House of Representatives, adopted on March 18, 2025, with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 13, 2025
Last action Mar 18, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
11
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 18, 2025
Lower · Passed
Resolution Adopted
lower
1 primary · 8 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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