Rep. Wayne Rosenthal

Amends the Wildlife Code. Authorizes the taking of deer with a wildlife rifle (rather than a single shot centerfire rifle). Defines the term "wildlife rifle" as a centerfire rifle that can hold up to 3 rounds in the magazine and chamber combined. Defines the term "straight-walled centerfire cartridge" as a cartridge that is used as ammunition in a centerfire and that has a diameter that is the same across its length and a metallic casing that extends to the projectile. Repeals the definition of and references to "single shot".

Amends the Toll Highway Act. Allows a veteran who is traveling to or from a medical appointment to use a toll highway without paying the toll if the veteran has applied for and received from the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority an Official Permit Card. Requires the Authority to adopt rules for the issuance of a permit that allows a veteran to use any toll highway without paying the established toll.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial memorial resolution (HR 97), not a policy bill. It formally expresses the Illinois House of Representatives' condolences upon the death of Meghan Lynn Harmon, a librarian and educator from Divernon and Litchfield, Illinois. The resolution honors her life, career (including roles at Lincoln Land Community College, Chatham Area Public Library, and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library), and personal interests, while extending sympathy to her husband, family, and community. It has no policy impact or legislative effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution honoring Sergeant Gerald S. "Jerry" Schneider of the Illinois Secretary of State Police, who died on January 5, 2025. The resolution expresses the Illinois House of Representatives' condolences to his family and colleagues, recognizing his 15 years of service with the Capitol Division and his prior roles with Sherman and Tri-State Police Departments. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is solely a ceremonial expression of respect for his public service. The resolution was adopted by the Illinois House on January 29, 2025.

Congratulates the American Business Club of Springfield on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. Commends the organization for its accomplishments, unequaled charitable giving, and the selfless contributions of its members.

Creates the Local Government Elected Official Recall Act. Provides that local officeholders who were elected during a general or consolidated election may be recalled under the Act. Establishes petition requirements for recall elections. Limits home rule powers.

Proposes to amend the Suffrage and Elections Article of the Illinois Constitution. Sets out a procedure for the recall of all State Executive Branch officers (rather than only the Governor), legislative leaders, the Auditor General, members of the General Assembly, and local government officials. Makes changes to the procedures for the recall of the Governor. Effective upon being declared adopted.

Maddy summaryThis bill officially names a specific stretch of Interstate 74 in the Quad Cities, running from 4th Avenue to I-280, as the "Rep. Lane Evans Memorial Highway." The primary effect is to permanently assign this honorary title to the roadway to honor Representative Lane Evans. No changes to traffic laws, funding, or road maintenance are included in this measure. It is a commemorative action that affects only the signage and official designation of the highway.

Amends the State Commemorative Dates Act. Provides that the month of October of each year is designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month to be observed throughout the State as a month set apart to promote awareness of domestic violence and to support advocacy activities that will reduce its prevalence in the State.

Amends the State Commemorative Dates Act. Designates the twenty-seventh day of June of each year as National PTSD Awareness Day to be observed throughout the State as a day of awareness and recognition of how post-traumatic stress disorder affects the lives of those impacted by it.