Sen. Laura Murphy

Maddy summaryThis bill officially appoints James David Cross to serve as a member of the State Board of Health in Illinois. The appointment is effective from August 19, 2024, until November 1, 2026, and includes a per diem allowance of $150 for expenses, with a yearly limit of $10,000. The nominee, who resides in Springfield, will serve in this role without receiving a salary, covering only travel and related costs. This legislative action formalizes the Governor's selection of Cross to join the state agency responsible for public health oversight.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints John K. Lyons as a member of the State Universities Retirement System Board of Trustees, effective September 9, 2024. The appointment, which lasts until July 1, 2030, is made by Governor JB Pritzker with the consent of the Senate. Lyons will serve on the board without receiving a salary, though he may be reimbursed for necessary expenses. This action formally adds him to the governing body responsible for overseeing the state's university retirement plans.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally appoints Magda Derisma-Oyewole as an Arbitrator for the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, a role that directly impacts workers' compensation dispute resolution. The appointment is effective from September 16, 2024, to July 1, 2026, with an annual salary of $163,656. The legislation confirms the Senate's consent to the Governor's nomination, allowing Ms. Derisma-Oyewole to serve alongside the existing commission members.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Maureen Pulia as an arbitrator for the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, effective from August 26, 2024, to July 1, 2027. The legislation sets her annual salary at $163,656 and designates her residence in Springfield, Illinois. This action is a routine administrative appointment that does not alter existing laws or policies regarding workers' compensation.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Jessica A. Hegarty as an arbitrator for the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, a role that directly affects workers' compensation cases in the state. The appointment is effective from August 26, 2024, to July 1, 2027, and includes an annual salary of $163,656. By confirming this nomination, the Senate enables Hegarty to serve on the commission, where she will help resolve disputes related to workers' compensation claims. The legislation does not change existing laws but rather fills a specific vacancy on the commission.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally appoints Vanessa del Valle as a member of the Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission, an agency tasked with investigating claims of torture and seeking relief for affected individuals. The appointment is effective from June 3, 2024, through December 31, 2026, and includes reimbursement for official expenses but no additional salary. By confirming this nomination, the Senate enables del Valle to serve on the commission alongside other members to review and address specific allegations of torture within the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints David E. Miller to serve as a member of the Teachers' Retirement System Board of Trustees. The appointment is effective from June 17, 2024, until July 14, 2028, and covers only the reimbursement of expenses with no additional salary. Miller, who resides in Lynwood, Illinois, is the sole individual named in this legislative action. The measure requires Senate consent to finalize the governor's nomination for this specific board position.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Michael Alan Strom as a member of the Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission, a body that investigates claims of torture by state officials and provides relief to victims. The appointment is effective from June 3, 2024, to December 31, 2024, and Strom will receive expenses and a per diem rather than a fixed annual salary. Strom represents the 1st District and is nominated by Governor JB Pritzker with the consent of the Senate, replacing Cheryl Starks in the role.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Alejandra Garza to serve as a member of the Illinois Lottery Control Board. The appointment is effective from July 19, 2024, through July 1, 2027, and covers only the reimbursement of expenses rather than a salary. Garza will receive a per diem of up to $1,200 annually for her service on the board. This action formalizes her role in overseeing the state lottery agency.

Maddy summaryThis bill appoints Paula A. Basta as a member of the Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, a state agency that protects the rights of individuals who cannot make their own decisions. The appointment is effective from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027, and includes reimbursement for expenses rather than a salary. The legislation requires the Senate to formally consent to this appointment, which is a standard procedural step for confirming the nominee's role on the commission.