Condemns President Donald J. Trump's racist social media post and his attempts to erase history. Expresses that members will continue to honor the 100th recognition of Black History Month in the State of Illinois by committing to learn from history rather than hiding from it.
Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 671) is a ceremonial tribute passed by the Illinois House of Representatives to honor Reverend Jesse Jackson following his death on February 17, 2026. It recognizes his lifelong civil rights advocacy, leadership in founding Operation PUSH and the Rainbow Coalition, and contributions to Black economic empowerment and social justice. The resolution has no binding policy effect - it solely expresses the General Assembly's commemoration of his legacy through formal recognition. It was co-sponsored by all House members shortly after his passing.
Creates the Professional Apprenticeship Recognition Act. Defines terms. Provides that, notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person who applies to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation for licensure in a profession or occupation and who submits proof of the person's completion of an apprenticeship program in the profession or occupation shall be exempt from any training or education requirements for initial licensure in the profession or occupation. Provides that the license exemption shall not apply to any continued training or continuing education requirements that are necessary for the maintenance or renewal of a license. Provides that an applicant who qualifies for the license exemption shall be subject to any other requirements established by the Department as long as those requirements are not more onerous than the requirements for applicants for the same profession or occupation who have not completed an apprenticeship.
Maddy summaryThis Illinois House Resolution (HR 620) calls on Congress to reinstate healthcare subsidies that were part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which expired on January 1, 2026. It directly addresses Illinois residents, small businesses, and self-employed individuals who rely on the Get Covered Illinois marketplace, as they face significantly higher premiums and deductibles without these subsidies. The resolution requests immediate action to reverse the expiration of these cost-saving subsidies, which the bill claims would prevent up to 140,000 Illinoisans from affording coverage. Note: The resolution inaccurately attributes the subsidy expiration to former President Trump; the Inflation Reduction Act was enacted under President Biden, and subsidies expired due to legislative inaction, not Trump's policies. This is a symbolic resolution, not a binding law.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Illinois House of Representatives to honor Jimmie Ray "Jabo" Goggins of Somerset, Kentucky, following his death on November 2, 2025. The resolution expresses the House's condolences to his family and community, highlighting his life, military service, marriage, career, and faith. It has no policy impact or effect on laws - it is solely a symbolic expression of mourning. The resolution was adopted on January 20, 2026, after being filed by Rep. William "Will" Davis.
Commends Dr. Ruby E. Roberson Ed.D. for her extraordinary career as an educator and her profound, sustained, and impactful work with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution honoring Jacqualine Florence Griffin Scott, a Chicago educator, community leader, and longtime advocate for Black history and education. The Illinois House of Representatives passed HR 587 to express condolences to her family and acknowledge her life's work, including teaching, service with the U.S. Department of Education, leadership in the NAACP and A.M.E. Church, and founding charitable organizations. As a procedural resolution (not a policy bill), it contains no legislative provisions or direct impact on constituents. The resolution was adopted unanimously on January 20, 2026.
Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that the offense of methamphetamine trafficking may be tried in any county. Permits the Attorney General to authorize certain eavesdropping requests from law enforcement. Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Permits the Attorney General or an Assistant Attorney General authorized by the Attorney General to authorize an application to a circuit judge or an associate judge assigned by the Chief Judge of the circuit for, and such judge may grant in conformity with the Judicial Supervision of the Use of Eavesdropping Devices Article of the Code, an order authorizing or approving the use of an eavesdropping device by a law enforcement officer or agency having the responsibility for the investigation of any felony under Illinois law where any one party to a conversation to be monitored, or previously monitored in the case of an emergency situation, has consented to such monitoring. Amends the Statewide Grand Jury Act. Provides that a Statewide Grand Jury may investigate, indict, and prosecute theft, retail theft, Internet offenses, continuing financial crimes enterprise, vehicular hijacking, aggravated vehicular hijacking, vehicular invasion, burglary, residential burglary, and home invasion if the offense involves acts occurring in more than one county of the State.
Amends the Zoning Division of the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that, for all new development after January 1, 2026, each city with a population of 25,000 or more shall allow the development of all middle housing types on lots or parcels with a total area greater than 5,000 square feet and that are zoned for any type of residential use. Provides that each city with a population of more than 10,000 and less than 25,000 shall allow the development of a duplex on each lot or parcel zoned for residential use that allows for the development of detached single-family dwellings. Provides that municipalities may regulate siting and design of middle housing provided that the regulations do not, individually or cumulatively, discourage the development of all middle housing types permitted in the area through unreasonable costs or delay. Provides that municipalities may regulate middle housing to comply with protective measures adopted under statewide land use planning goals. Limits home rule powers.
Amends the Control Over Building and Construction Article of the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a municipality may not prohibit the building or usage of accessory dwelling units in the municipality. Provides that a municipality may provide reasonable regulations relating to the size and location of accessory dwelling units similar to other accessory structures unless a regulation would have the effect of prohibiting accessory dwelling units. Limits home rule powers. Defines terms.
