Rep. Ryan Spain

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally mourns the death of Ty Fahner, a prominent Chicago lawyer and former Illinois Attorney General who passed away in September 2024. It honors his significant career achievements, including his work as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, his tenure as Director of the Department of Law Enforcement, and his leadership in establishing state units to combat organized crime and Medicaid fraud. The resolution also recognizes his later contributions as a private practice partner, a Fulbright Scholarship Board member, and a civic leader who served on the board of the Shedd Aquarium and the Commercial Club of Chicago. Finally, the bill directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Fahner's family as an expression of sympathy from the Illinois House of Representatives.

Amends Public Act 103-0589. Increases the Fiscal Year 2025 appropriation to the Department of Agriculture from the Partners for Conservation Fund for grants to Soil and Water Conservation Districts for ordinary and contingent administrative expenses from $4,500,000 to $8,500,000. Effective immediately.

Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Authorizes the deputy chief of police of a non-home rule municipality with a population of 130,000 or fewer inhabitants or a deputy or assistant deputy chief of police of a non-home rule municipality with a population of more than 130,000 inhabitants to be appointed not only from among the rank of sworn, full-time officers of the municipality's police department but also from among the rank of sworn officers of any other municipality if the officer has at least 5 years of full-time service as a police officer. Effective immediately.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates Tom Walters on his retirement from Caterpillar after 26 years of service. It highlights his career history, including his previous work with the State of Illinois and his leadership roles in government affairs at the company. The resolution does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a formal gesture of appreciation from the Illinois House of Representatives. A copy of the document will be presented to Walters as a symbol of respect for his contributions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that congratulates River City Construction on its 40th anniversary and wishes the company and its employees future success. The document highlights the firm's history, including its founding in 1984, expansion to multiple locations, and commitment to core values like integrity and innovation. A copy of the resolution will be presented to the company as a formal gesture of respect from the Illinois House of Representatives.

Congratulates Sister Judith Ann Duvall on her retirement as Major Superior of the Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis and Chairperson of OSF HealthCare. Wishes her the best in all of her future endeavors.

Urges a moratorium on the enrollment of new beneficiaries for Medicaid services under the program for undocumented immigrants and a moratorium on the expansion of Medicaid services and coverage for any new population of undocumented immigrants not already covered; and urges the Auditor General to conduct a performance audit as soon as reasonably possible, and annually thereafter, to assess the Department of Healthcare and Family Services' administration of the program of Medicaid services and coverage provided to undocumented immigrants.

Expresses unlimited, unwavering support for the civilians, soldiers, defenders, and government of the Republic of Israel. Rejects any attempt to compromise, undermine, or "both sides" this fundamental moral issue of human good and evil. Extends sincere condolences to the families who have lost loved ones in this brutal assault, including the families of the 27 American citizens who lost their lives.

Amends the Educator Licensure Article of the School Code. Provides that the operating procedures of the State Educator Preparation and Licensure Board may provide for the inclusion of nonvoting, ex officio members on the Board. With respect to a for-profit or not-for-profit entity being recognized as an educator preparation institution, provides that any for-profit or not-for-profit entity with a presence in this State must also be approved by the Board of Higher Education or the Illinois Community College Board (instead of providing that any for-profit or not-for-profit entity must also be approved by the Board of Higher Education).

Repeals the Illinois TRUST Act. Makes corresponding changes in the Illinois Identification Card Act and the Illinois Vehicle Code. Effective immediately.