Declares June 8, 2026 as Unity for Children of First Responders Day in the State of Illinois. Recognizes the sacrifices made by families and children of first responders. Recognizes Yanna M. Davenport for her efforts to make Unity for Children of First Responders Day a national event.
This Senate Resolution honors the life of Howard Lane Beagles, a Springfield resident who passed away in April 2026. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and friends while acknowledging his service in the U.S. Navy, his decades of work with the Springfield Fire Department, and his active role in his local Catholic parish. Upon adoption, the Senate will present a copy of the resolution to Mr. Beagles' family as a gesture of sympathy.
This Senate resolution honors the life of Eugenia C. "Jeanne" McCarthy, a resident of Springfield who passed away in April 2026. The document formally records the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy. It highlights her personal history, including her faith, family roles, and community activities, but does not create any new laws or policies. As a memorial measure, the bill serves solely to acknowledge her death and express collective grief rather than to change any legal procedures.
This Senate resolution honors the life of David L. "Dave" Shaw Sr. of Springfield, who passed away in March 2026 after serving in the Vietnam War and dedicating his life to community service. The document formally records his military history, including his time as a Marine, and acknowledges his charitable work with organizations like Toys for Tots. It extends official condolences to Shaw's surviving family members and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a symbol of sympathy.
Senate Resolution 778 is a memorial bill that honors the life of John Squibb, PhD, a retired history and political science professor who passed away in April 2026. The resolution acknowledges his long career in education, his community involvement, and his personal achievements, including receiving multiple teaching awards. It formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to Dr. Squibb's family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.
HB 2065 amends the Executive Reorganization Implementation Act. It makes a technical change to a specific section concerning the short title of the act.
This Senate resolution honors the life and public service of former Illinois State Representative Barbara Flynn Currie, who passed away in April 2026. The bill formally mourns her death and celebrates her four-decade career in the Illinois House, including her historic role as the first woman to serve as Majority Leader. It highlights her key legislative achievements, such as advancing the Earned Income Tax Credit, repealing the death penalty, and supporting marriage equality and education reforms. Additionally, the resolution directs that a copy of the document be presented to her family as an expression of sympathy.
Congratulates the University of Illinois women's wheelchair basketball team, the Fighting Illini, on its historic 2025-2026 season. Wishes the team many more successful seasons.
This Senate resolution honors the life of Karen Ward, a Joliet resident who passed away in March 2026, and offers condolences to her family and friends. The document details her personal history, including her education and career in community service, as well as her advocacy for cancer awareness and her roles in local organizations. By officially adopting this text, the Illinois Senate formally acknowledges her contributions and expresses collective sympathy for her loved ones.
Congratulates Detective Michael Griffin on being named the 2026 Criminal Investigator of the Year by the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police (ILACP). Commends him for his tenacity and brilliance in the Trudy Appleby investigation. Extends the deepest gratitude for his service to the Moline Police Department and the people of the State of Illinois.
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE SENATE CONCURRING HEREIN, that when the two Houses adjourn on Thursday, May 07, 2026, the House of Representatives stands adjourned until Tuesday, May 12, 2026, or until the call of the Speaker; and the Senate stands adjourned until Tuesday, May 12, 2026, or until the call of the President.
This Senate resolution formally congratulates the University of Illinois Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team on their achievements during the 2025-26 season. The bill highlights the team's third-place finish at the 2026 National Championships and acknowledges their historic status as the world's oldest collegiate wheelchair basketball program. It also recognizes the specific individuals involved, including the head coach, assistant coaches, student-athletes, and support staff. Ultimately, the resolution serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Illinois Senate and provides a copy of the document to the team as a symbol of respect.
