MEMORIAL-WILLIAM E. PETERSON
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 606) honoring former Illinois State Senator William E. "Bill" Peterson Jr. It formally mourns his death (January 11, 2026) and extends condolences to his family. The resolution commemorates his life, including his service as a legislator (1992-2008), his career in education, and his community work in Vernon Township. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2026
Last action Feb 4, 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
6
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 4, 2026
Upper · Passed
Resolution Adopted
upper
Feb 3, 2026
Committee
Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
John Curran
RRepublican
Co
Dave Syverson
RRepublican
Co
Don Harmon
DDemocratic
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