Sen. Laura Murphy

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Kendal Parker as a member of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, a state agency responsible for collecting and analyzing criminal justice data. The appointment is effective from September 18, 2023, to January 16, 2025, and includes reimbursement for expenses without additional salary. The legislation requires Senate consent, which was granted on January 6, 2025, confirming Parker's role in the agency's operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Garth Walker as a member of the Illinois Board of Higher Education, a body that oversees the state's public colleges and universities. The appointment is effective from September 8, 2023, through January 31, 2027, and covers only the reimbursement of expenses incurred while performing official duties. The nominee will serve without a per diem payment, and the legislation requires the Senate's consent to finalize the appointment. Once confirmed, Walker joins the board to help guide higher education policy in Illinois.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints George M. Evans as a member of the Illinois Community College Board, serving from September 15, 2023, to June 30, 2027. The appointment is made by Governor JB Pritzker and requires the Senate's consent, which was granted on January 6, 2025. Evans will serve on the board without a salary, receiving only reimbursement for expenses, and represents the district of Senator Jason Plummer. This action adds a new voice to the governing body that oversees community colleges across Illinois.

Nominates Andreason Brown as Member of the Charitable Trust Stabilization Committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints John Freitag as a member of the Energy Workforce Advisory Council, a body that advises the state on energy-related workforce development. The appointment, which began on September 8, 2023, covers the individual's reasonable expenses without providing a per diem or salary. The legislation requires Senate consent, which was granted on January 6, 2025, confirming Freitag's role in the council.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Staci Lynn Mayall as a member of the Secure Choice Savings Board, a state agency that manages retirement savings options for Illinois workers. The appointment is effective from September 8, 2023, to June 22, 2027, and covers her travel and related expenses without additional per diem pay. By confirming this nomination, the Senate grants the Governor the authority to have Mayall serve on the board, which oversees the administration of the state's voluntary retirement savings program.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Karen Nunn as a member of the Governors State University Board of Trustees, a position she will hold from November 27, 2023, to January 15, 2029. Nominated by Governor JB Pritzker and supported by Senator Mattie Hunter, the appointment requires Senate consent, which was granted on January 6, 2025. As a trustee, Nunn will serve on the board's governing body without receiving a salary, though she is eligible for reimbursement of official expenses. The legislation formalizes her role within the university's leadership structure and replaces the previous appointee, Pedro Cevallos-Candau.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Timi Ngoboh as a member of the Eastern Illinois University Board of Trustees. The appointment, effective from November 17, 2023, to January 20, 2025, is made by Governor JB Pritzker and requires Senate consent, which was granted on January 6, 2025. The nominee will serve without a salary but may be reimbursed for official expenses. This action replaces the previous appointee, Martin Ruhaak, and follows standard procedures for filling board vacancies.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Jungnim Carolyn Blackwell as a member of the University of Illinois Board of Trustees, effective from October 27, 2023, to January 15, 2029. The appointment is made by Governor JB Pritzker with the consent of the Senate and includes no annual salary, covering only expenses. Once confirmed, Blackwell will serve on the board alongside other trustees who oversee the university system.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Daniel Robles as a member of the Clean Energy Jobs and Justice Fund, a state agency focused on advancing clean energy initiatives and economic justice. The appointment is effective from November 27, 2023, through November 27, 2028, and includes reimbursement for expenses without a per diem allowance. The Senate has already voted to confirm this nomination, finalizing Robles' role on the board.