Sen. Laura Murphy

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the appointment of Renysha Brown as the Director of the Veterans' Accountability Unit within the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs. The legislation formally approves her nomination by Governor JB Pritzker and establishes her term of office from November 3, 2023, to September 16, 2026. Once confirmed by the Senate, Brown will assume the responsibilities of leading the unit, with her specific salary determined by the agency. This action is a procedural step to finalize an executive appointment rather than introducing new policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally appoints Erika Poethig as a member of the Illinois Housing Development Authority, a state agency responsible for administering housing programs and grants. The appointment, which began on October 30, 2023, and is set to end on January 14, 2027, requires no new funding or changes to existing laws. By confirming the Governor's nomination, the legislation ensures Poethig's continued service on the board, where she will participate in decision-making related to housing development and benefits.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Jesse H. Ruiz as a member of the University of Illinois Board of Trustees, a position that will serve from October 27, 2023, to January 15, 2029. The appointment is made by Governor JB Pritzker with the consent of the Senate, and the nominee will receive expenses and a per diem rather than a fixed annual salary. Once confirmed, Ruiz will join other board members in overseeing the governance and strategic direction of the University of Illinois system.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the appointment of Dionne Hayden as a member of the Illinois Gaming Board, an agency that regulates gambling activities in the state. The legislation formally approves her role as an unsalaried volunteer who receives a daily allowance of $300 and reimbursement for travel expenses while serving from November 7, 2023, to July 1, 2025. By passing this measure, the Senate grants its consent to the Governor's nomination, allowing Hayden to officially assume her duties on the board.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Sonia R. Berg as a member of the Illinois Housing Development Authority, a state agency responsible for housing development initiatives. The appointment, effective from November 27, 2023, to January 9, 2027, is made by Governor JB Pritzker with the Senate's consent. Under this arrangement, Berg will serve on the board without a salary, receiving only reimbursement for necessary expenses. The legislation formalizes her role within the agency's governance structure to oversee housing-related programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Rebecca Shuster as the Director of Human Resources for the Office of the Comptroller. The legislation authorizes her to serve in this role starting on August 25, 2023, with an annual salary of $140,000. After the Senate reviewed the nomination, it passed a resolution to confirm the appointment, making Shuster the official holder of the position.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Susan Georgelos as a member of the Treasurer's Personnel Review Board, an agency responsible for reviewing personnel matters for the Illinois State Treasurer's office. The appointment, effective from November 14, 2023, to November 14, 2029, designates her as an unsalaried volunteer who will receive a daily fee of $100 for attending board meetings. The legislation formally requests and receives Senate consent to finalize her selection, replacing the previous member, Tamara Howard.

Nominates Ronald Budzinski as Member of the Charitable Trust Stabilization Committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Roger E. Poole as a member of the Illinois Finance Authority, effective from November 27, 2023, to July 21, 2026. The legislation confirms his nomination by the Governor and grants him the authority to serve on the board, with expenses covered as compensation. Once enacted, Poole will join other board members to oversee the financial operations and strategic direction of the state agency.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the appointment of Demoya Gordon as a member of the Illinois Human Rights Commission, effective from November 9, 2023, to January 16, 2025. The legislation authorizes her to serve in this role with an annual salary of $134,288, representing the state in matters related to human rights enforcement. By passing this measure, the Senate grants its consent to the Governor's nomination, finalizing the official appointment process for the nominee.