MEMORIAL-DEBORAH K. ZILM
Senate Resolution 541 is a ceremonial memorial resolution honoring Deborah K. "Debbie" Zilm of Carlinville, Illinois, who died on December 1, 2025. The resolution, adopted by the Illinois Senate on January 14, 2026, expresses condolences to her family and community while recognizing her life and contributions, including her work in local retail businesses (Main Street Florist and Bridal), service to the Carlinville Chamber of Commerce, and involvement in community events like the Christmas Market. It has no policy or legal effect, as it is a formal expression of sympathy for a deceased resident.
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
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
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
Doris Turner
DDemocratic
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