SR 536 Illinois Senate · 104th Regular Session

MEMORIAL-MARK E. BEARD

This is a memorial resolution (SR 536), not a policy bill. It formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences upon the death of Mark E. Beard of Sherman, who passed away on November 25, 2025. The resolution honors his life, including his career as a systems engineer, his service as a coach for his children, and his family activities. It extends sympathy to his wife, children, grandchildren, and surviving siblings. As a procedural memorial, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any group beyond acknowledging his passing.
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
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Jan 14, 2026
Upper · Passed
Resolution Adopted
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Jan 13, 2026
Committee
Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar
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Steve McClure
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