This bill is a memorial resolution honoring Bishop James Curtis Austin Sr., a prominent Chicago clergyman who passed away on June 30, 2026. It formally expresses the condolences of the Illinois House of Representatives to his family and requests that a copy of the resolution be presented to them. The text outlines Bishop Austin's life achievements, including his leadership at St. Luke Church of God in Christ, his community service, and his contributions to music and literature. As a commemorative measure, the bill does not create new laws or policies but serves to acknowledge his legacy and the loss felt by the legislative body.
This bill is a House Resolution that congratulates the Johnson, Buckner, Hudson, and Wiggins Family Reunion on its 70th anniversary. It formally recognizes the family's long-standing traditions of faith, historical preservation, and community service, highlighting their extensive genealogical records and the diverse achievements of their descendants. The resolution also acknowledges the family's upcoming platinum anniversary celebration in Arlington, Virginia, in July 2026. Ultimately, the bill directs the Clerk to present a copy of the resolution to the family as an official expression of the Illinois House's esteem.
This House resolution formally congratulates the P.E.O. Illinois Chapter CE on its 100th anniversary, which occurs on December 9, 2026. The bill recognizes the chapter's century-long history of providing scholarships, grants, and educational resources to women and acknowledges the specific contributions of its members, including retired teacher Jan Schoening. It directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Jan Schoening while honoring all members of the chapter equally.
This bill is a House resolution that formally commends the Iota Upsilon Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. for its work in water safety education and drowning prevention. The measure specifically honors the memory of James Leslie Harkins, whose tragic death inspired the chapter to create the annual Swim 1922 Water Safety Clinic at the Harkins Aquatic Pool in Rockford. By passing this resolution, the Illinois House of Representatives expresses official appreciation to the sorority chapter and presents a copy of the document to the Harkins family.
This bill is a House Resolution that formally congratulates the Rotary Club of Mount Carroll on its 40th anniversary. It recognizes the club's long history of community service, including funding local infrastructure, supporting food pantries, and hosting events for first responders and residents. The resolution expresses the Illinois House of Representatives' appreciation for the club's mission of volunteer service and pledges to present a copy of the document to the organization as a gesture of respect.
This House resolution formally condemns all forms of violence, including microaggressions and physical abuse, directed at Black women in Illinois. It highlights how systemic racism and misogyny create unique dangers for this group, particularly affecting their safety and economic independence. The document calls for proactive societal intervention to address these issues, with a specific focus on educational institutions. As a non-binding statement, it does not create new laws or alter existing policies but serves to express the legislative body's stance on the issue.
This House Resolution congratulates the Village of Winthrop Harbor on the 125th anniversary of its incorporation. The document highlights the community's history, geography, and local landmarks, such as North Point Marina and Illinois Beach State Park, to celebrate its milestone. No new laws or funding are created; the measure simply serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the Illinois House of Representatives to the village's leadership and residents.
This House resolution congratulates the University of Illinois on the 150th anniversary of the Morrow Plots, a historic agricultural research site established in 1876. The bill highlights the plots' significance as the nation's oldest continuous field experiment, which originally studied soil health and crop rotation methods over time. As a commemorative measure, the resolution directs that a copy of the text be presented to the director of the Morrow Plots to acknowledge their long-standing contribution to scientific knowledge.
Amends the School Code. Requires a statewide athletic association governing interscholastic competition for public schools to conduct an equity impact review if the statewide athletic association has established or changed within one year before the effective date of the amendatory Act or on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act a policy that: (1) reduces the opportunities in a girls' sport without making an equivalent reduction in a comparable boys' sport; (2) causes the length of the regular sports season or the length of the full sports season to differ by more than one week for comparable sports offered to both sexes; or (3) causes the nature and extent of interscholastic sports offered by the statewide athletic association to not accommodate the interests and abilities of both sexes to a comparable degree. Sets forth the timeline for which an equity impact review must be conducted. Establishes the requirements for the equity impact review. Requires the statewide athletic association to make the equity impact review available to the public and allow for a public comment period of not less than 30 days before any changes are finalized. Requires the statewide athletic association to submit each equity impact review to the State Board of Education. Allows the State Board to issue nonbinding findings regarding whether the reduction or discrepancy in program comparability complies with gender equity and student opportunity principles. Effective immediately.
This bill repeals the Digital Asset Tax Act, immediately ending the requirement for cryptocurrency exchanges in Illinois to collect a 1.5% tax on digital asset transactions. By removing the law from the books, the measure eliminates the obligation for these exchanges to withhold and remit taxes to the state. The change directly affects cryptocurrency platforms operating in Illinois and the investors who previously paid this specific tax on their trades.
This bill is a memorial resolution honoring Demetra Rayvoir Banks, a Peoria resident who recently passed away. It officially recognizes her life achievements, including her 25-year career with the U.S. Postal Service, her community service, and her legacy as a second-generation member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. The resolution expresses the Illinois House's condolences to her family and directs that a copy of the document be presented to them as a symbol of sympathy.
This House Resolution congratulates the St. Joseph-Ogden High School boys baseball team, known as the Spartans, on winning the 2026 IHSA Class 2A State Championship. The document formally recognizes the team's historic first state title, their 40-win regular season, and the specific achievements of the players, coaches, and support staff involved. It directs that copies of the resolution be presented to the team as a symbol of respect and esteem for their accomplishment.
