MEMORIAL-THOMAS E. HOFFMAN
This Senate Resolution (SR 507) is a formal expression of mourning for Justice Thomas E. Hoffman, a former Cook County Circuit Court judge and First District Appellate Court judge who died on July 4, 2025. It honors his professional career, including his service with the Chicago Police Department, private practice, judicial appointments, and teaching at law schools, as well as his personal interests and family. The resolution extends the Illinois Senate's condolences to his wife, children, grandchildren, and all who knew him. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or effect on any individuals or laws.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Jan 2026
Senate Passage
Jan 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 14, 2026
Floor votes
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
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Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jan 14, 2026
Upper · Passed
Resolution Adopted
upper
Jan 13, 2026
Committee
Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Don Harmon
DDemocratic
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