MEMORIAL-THOMAS LEE KENNEDY
SR 53 is a memorial resolution honoring Thomas Lee Kennedy, a Peoria resident and former Caterpillar foreman who served in the U.S. Navy. The resolution, adopted by the Illinois Senate on January 29, 2025, expresses condolences to his family following his death on November 17, 2024, and recognizes his life and service. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups beyond this symbolic tribute.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Jan 2025
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 28, 2025
Last action Jan 29, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jan 29, 2025
Upper · Passed
Resolution Adopted
upper
Jan 28, 2025
Committee
Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Neil Anderson
RRepublican
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