This bill appoints Jennifer Bae as an arbitrator for the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, a role that involves helping to resolve disputes related to workers' compensation claims. The appointment is effective from August 29, 2023, until July 1, 2026, and provides her with an annual salary of $155,863. The legislation follows the standard process for executive appointments, requiring Senate consent before the nominee can officially assume the position. Once confirmed, Bae will serve as a member of the commission alongside other officials who oversee the state's workers' compensation system.
This bill formally appoints Gerald W. Napleton as an Arbitrator for the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, a role that directly impacts the state's system for resolving workplace injury disputes. The appointment is valid from July 21, 2023, through July 1, 2026, and includes an annual salary of $155,863. By confirming this nomination, the legislation ensures that Napleton has the legal authority to serve as a neutral decision-maker in workers' compensation cases.
This bill appoints Jeffrey L. Lewis as the Public Administrator and Public Guardian for DeKalb County, Illinois. The appointment is effective from August 14, 2023, until December 4, 2025, and the position is unsalaried. The legislation requires Senate consent, which was granted, to confirm Lewis in this role.
Nominates Diana Leza Sheehan as Member of the Lottery Control Board.
This bill appoints Andrew R. Weatherford as the Public Administrator and Public Guardian for DeWitt County, Illinois. The appointment is effective from August 11, 2023, until December 4, 2025, and the position is unsalaried. The legislation requires Senate consent to confirm the nominee, which was granted by a unanimous vote. This action formalizes Weatherford's role in managing estates and representing individuals who cannot manage their own affairs within the county.
This bill formally appoints Patricia Yadgir as a member of the Executive Ethics Commission, a body responsible for overseeing ethical conduct within the state government. The appointment, effective from August 25, 2023, to June 30, 2027, designates her to serve alongside other commissioners in reviewing complaints and enforcing ethical standards. The legislation requires Senate approval to confirm the Governor's nomination, a process completed with a vote of 56 in favor. Once confirmed, Yadgir will receive an annual salary of $42,398 for her role in maintaining integrity in public office.
This bill appoints Andrew R. Weatherford as the Public Administrator and Public Guardian for Macon County, Illinois, effective from August 11, 2023, through December 4, 2025. The nominee will serve in an unsalaried capacity, meaning they will not receive a regular salary but may be eligible for per diem expenses depending on specific circumstances. The Senate has granted its consent to this appointment, confirming Weatherford's role in managing the county's public administration and guardianship duties. This action is a standard administrative procedure to fill a public office and does not alter existing laws or policies.
This bill confirms the appointment of Michael Schmidt as a member of the Illinois Racing Board, effective from August 14, 2023, to July 1, 2026. The legislation serves as a procedural measure to finalize the Governor's nomination of Schmidt, who will serve without a salary but receive a daily allowance of $300. Once confirmed by the Senate, Schmidt joins the board responsible for overseeing horse racing and other forms of gambling in Illinois.
This bill appoints Janet Elizabeth Blue as a member of the Will Kankakee Regional Development Authority, effective from July 21, 2023, to January 15, 2024. The legislation requires Senate consent to confirm the appointment and stipulates that the appointee will receive only expense reimbursements with no per diem payment. Once confirmed, Blue will serve on the board alongside other members who oversee regional development initiatives in the Will Kankakee area.
This bill appoints Cynthia Irene Ervin as a member of the Executive Ethics Commission, a body responsible for overseeing ethical conduct within the state government. The appointment is effective from August 25, 2023, to June 30, 2027, and includes an annual salary of $42,398. The Senate confirmed the nomination with a vote of 55 in favor, finalizing Ervin's role on the commission.
This bill appoints Shad E. Etchason as a member of the Energy Transition Workforce Commission, an agency focused on workforce development in Illinois. The appointment is effective from August 14, 2023, and involves no salary, though the nominee may be reimbursed for official expenses. The Senate has confirmed the nomination, allowing Etchason to begin his role on the commission.
This appointment bill nominates Ahmadou Dramé to serve as a member of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, a state agency responsible for collecting and disseminating criminal justice data. The legislation formally confirms his appointment to a term beginning on August 4, 2023, and ending on January 16, 2027, with compensation limited to reimbursement of official expenses. Once confirmed by the Senate, Dramé will join the board to help oversee the authority's operations and strategic direction.
