MEMORIAL-BERTHA PURNELL
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 60) honoring Bertha Purnell, a nurse and community advocate who died on January 18, 2025. It recognizes her work with organizations supporting crime survivors, unhoused individuals, and families affected by gun violence, including founding Mothers OnA Mission28 after her son's murder. The Illinois House of Representatives adopted the resolution on January 29, 2025, expressing condolences to her family and community. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy or financial impact.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 23, 2025
Last action Jan 29, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Jan 29, 2025
Lower · Passed
Resolution Adopted
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Camille Lilly
DDemocratic
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