This bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes the Breakfast with Baby ministry run by Our Savior Lutheran Church for its work in DuPage and Kane counties. The resolution highlights how the program provides free breakfast, diapers, clothing, and other essential items to economically disadvantaged families with young children. By passing this measure, the Illinois House of Representatives expresses its appreciation for the organization's community service and commits to presenting a copy of the resolution to the ministry's leadership.
Congratulates Peoria's Manual High School boys basketball team, the Rams, on winning the 2025-2026 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 2A State Championship.
Commends Jesus G. "Chuy" Garcia for his lifetime of dedicated public service to the State of Illinois and the nation. Commends him for his enduring legacy of strengthening representation for immigrant and working-class communities. Congratulates him on his retirement from public service, effective January 2027.
Congratulates Roger Stieg on being recognized at the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame Annual Awards in 2026 and thanks him for his dedication to athletics.
Congratulates Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat on her retirement as superintendent of Peoria Public Schools District 150, honors her remarkable career in public education, and extends deepest gratitude for her decades of service to the children of Illinois.
Congratulates Sandra Eckhardt on being recognized as 2026 Illinois Direct Support Professional of the Year by the American Network of Community Options and Resources. Extends sincere appreciation for her outstanding service, her compassion, her innovation, and her dedication to improving the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the State of Illinois.
Congratulates the Irish Cardiac Society on the occasion of its visit to the City of Springfield, the capital of the State of Illinois, on May 8, 2026. Commends the Illinois Chapter of the American College of Cardiology and chapter leader Governor Benjamin Freed, M.D. for their outstanding leadership in fostering this historic twinning. Extends the warmest wishes for a successful and memorable symposium.
Congratulates Woodruff Golf Course on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. Commends the Joliet Park District and all those who have stewarded this public asset across a full century of service for the residents of the City of Joliet, Will County, and the State of Illinois. Wishes for Woodruff Golf Course to continue welcoming all who seek a round of golf and the open spaces of Pilcher Park for the next century. Thanks the golf course for representing the enduring value of civic generosity and public investment in the recreational life of a community.
Congratulates the Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Basketball Team on a remarkable season, their 28-9 overall record, and their advancement to the Final Four, and commends their dedication, achievement, and representation of the State of Illinois at the highest level.
Congratulates the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) on the occasion of the 175th anniversary of the founding of the first chapter of the YMCA that was based in the United States, and commends the YMCA's role in responding to community needs, connecting people, fostering support, and building relationships and a sense of belonging.
This Senate resolution designates May 6, 2026, as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Day throughout the State of Illinois. The bill directly affects the sorority's 50 local chapters within Illinois and recognizes the organization's history of advocacy and community service. It serves as a formal declaration to honor the group's contributions and upcoming event at the Illinois State Capitol, rather than changing laws or policies.
Declares May 6, 2026 as Alpha Phi Alpha Day in the State of Illinois. Commends Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated for 120 years of outstanding service, leadership, and advocacy. Welcomes the members of the fraternity to the State Capitol for this annual celebration of excellence.
