MEMORIAL-HAL I. SMITH

This resolution honors Hal I. Smith of Springfield following his death on December 3, 2025. It memorializes his life, career (including roles with the U.S. Senate, Lincoln Heritage Coalition, and SIU Foundation), family, and community contributions, and extends condolences to his family. As a procedural memorial resolution, it does not create policy changes or affect any individuals or entities through legislative action. The Illinois Senate adopted this resolution on January 14, 2026.