This bill appoints Michelle Coady Carter as the Public Administrator and Public Guardian for Christian County, Illinois. The appointment is effective from July 7, 2023, through December 4, 2025, and requires the Senate's consent to take effect. Once confirmed, Carter will oversee the administration of estates and guardianship matters for individuals within that specific county. The legislation is a procedural appointment message rather than a new policy initiative, and it does not alter existing laws or create new programs.
This bill appoints Dr. Preston M. Wolin as a member of the Workers' Compensation Medical Fee Advisory Board, a group that helps set fees for medical services provided to injured workers. The appointment is effective from June 23, 2023, to December 4, 2025, and Dr. Wolin will receive reimbursement for expenses rather than a salary. The measure requires the Senate's consent to finalize the appointment, which was granted on January 6, 2025.
This bill appoints Darren Tillis to serve as a member of the Illinois State University Board of Trustees. The appointment, made by Governor JB Pritzker with the Senate's consent, is effective from June 16, 2023, to January 15, 2029. While the nominee receives no salary, they are eligible for reimbursement of official expenses. The legislation formalizes Tillis's role on the board, which oversees the governance and operations of Illinois State University.
This bill appoints Michelle Coady Carter as the Public Administrator and Public Guardian for Menard County, Illinois. The appointment is effective from July 7, 2023, to December 4, 2025, and requires the Senate's consent to take effect. Once confirmed, Carter will oversee the management of estates and guardianship duties for residents within that specific county. This is a personnel action that places an individual in a public office rather than changing laws or policies.
This bill appoints Michelle Coady Carter as the Public Administrator and Public Guardian for Calhoun County, Illinois, effective July 7, 2023, through December 4, 2025. The legislation confirms her selection to oversee the management of estates for individuals who have died or are unable to manage their own financial affairs. By securing the Senate's consent, the bill finalizes the Governor's nomination and establishes the nominee's official start date and term length. Once enacted, Carter will assume the duties associated with this public office within the specified county jurisdiction.
This bill appoints Sherly Chavarria as a member of the Illinois State Board of Education, effective from June 26, 2023, to January 8, 2025. The appointment, initiated by Governor JB Pritzker and confirmed by the Senate, allows Chavarria to serve on the board with an annual compensation package consisting of reimbursement for expenses plus a daily meeting fee of $50. This legislative action directly affects the composition of the state education board and establishes Chavarria's official tenure and financial allowance for her service.
This bill appoints Melissa Neddermeyer as a member of the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority, a role that involves overseeing the state's toll road system. The appointment is effective from July 17, 2023, to March 1, 2025, and includes an annual compensation of $31,427. The legislation requires Senate consent, which was granted on January 6, 2025, confirming Neddermeyer's position in the agency.
This bill appoints Gregory A. Walkington as a member of the Quality Care Board, a state agency responsible for overseeing healthcare quality and safety. The appointment is effective from July 17, 2023, to June 28, 2026, and includes reimbursement for official expenses but no additional per diem pay. The Senate has already granted its consent to the nomination, confirming the individual's role on the board. This action updates the board's membership following the previous tenure of Terese Ann McFarland.
This bill appoints Paul Seal as an arbitrator for the Workers' Compensation Commission, a role that directly affects individuals involved in workers' compensation disputes. The appointment is effective from July 21, 2023, to July 1, 2026, with an annual salary of $155,863. The process required the Senate to review and grant consent before the appointment was finalized. Once confirmed, Seal will serve as a neutral decision-maker within the commission's arbitration system.
This bill appoints Charles M. Watts as an arbitrator for the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission. The appointment is effective from July 21, 2023, through July 1, 2026, with an annual salary of $155,863. The Senate has confirmed the nomination, allowing Watts to serve in this role to help resolve disputes related to workers' compensation claims.
This bill formally appoints John A. Barker as a member of the Illinois State Museum Board, effective from January 16, 2024, through January 15, 2026. The nominee serves in an unsalaried capacity and is based in Springfield, Illinois. The legislation requires Senate consent to confirm the appointment, which was granted by a vote of 55-0.
This bill appoints Radhika V. Lohia as a member of the Illinois State Medical Board, serving from July 21, 2023, to July 21, 2027. The appointment is made by Governor JB Pritzker with the Senate's consent and includes reimbursement for expenses rather than a salary. This action directly affects the composition of the state board that oversees medical practice in Illinois.
