Designates Rooms 105 and 109 of the Illinois State Library at 300 South Second Street in Springfield as the "Jim Edgar Reading Room" that houses the Illinois Authors' Collection in honor of the lasting legacy and impact of former Illinois Governor and Illinois Secretary of State Jim Edgar.
Specifies that the amendatory Act may be referred to as the Equality for Every Family Act. Amends the Illinois Parentage Act of 2015. Declares it to be the public policy of Illinois that a child has the same rights and protections under law to parentage without regard to the marital status, age, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation of their parents, or the circumstances of the child's birth, including whether the child was born as a result of assisted reproduction or surrogacy. Changes the burden of proof for challenging a presumption of parentage from clear and convincing evidence to a preponderance of the evidence. Provides that a person who gave birth to a child and an alleged genetic parent of the child, a presumed parent under the Illinois Parentage Act of 2015, or an intended parent under the assisted reproduction provisions may sign an acknowledgment of parentage to establish the parentage of the child. Prohibits genetic testing from being used to: (i) challenge the parentage of a person who is a parent by assisted reproduction under the Illinois Parentage Act of 2015 or the Gestational Surrogacy Act; or (ii) establish the parentage of a person who is a donor. Changes the venue provisions for a proceeding to adjudicate parentage and the related notice provisions in such a proceeding. Provides that an individual who consents to assisted reproduction with the intent to be a parent of a child conceived by assisted reproduction is a parent of the child. Amends the Illinois Gestational Surrogacy Act. Contains provisions describing the consequences if a change in the martial status of a surrogate occurs. Sets out provisions concerning the termination of a gestational surrogacy agreement. Amends the Adoption Act. Provides a process for a confirmatory adoption for children born through assisted reproduction. Defines terms. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 326 is a memorial resolution. It mourns the death of Richard Enderle of Oak Park and River Forest.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 325 is a memorial resolution that expresses sorrow and mourns the death of Thomas Michael "Tom" Carraher, a resident of Oak Park. This resolution serves to formally acknowledge his passing within the legislative body.
Maddy summarySR 339 is a memorial resolution that mourns the death of Francis J. "Bud" Daly Jr. This type of resolution acknowledges and expresses sorrow over the passing of an individual.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 338 is a memorial resolution that mourns the death of Paul Alan Zucker, a resident of Beverly Shores, Indiana.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 327 is a commemorative resolution that mourns the death of Shirley Mungai of Oak Park. It serves to officially acknowledge and remember her passing.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 319) formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences upon the death of Tony Etz, who passed away on March 10, 2025. It honors his legacy as a Knox College trustee and former board chair, his 30-year career in the entertainment industry (including roles at CAA and executive production of TV series like *Lost* and *Grey's Anatomy*), and his founding of the Etz Family Institute for Civic Leadership at Knox College. The resolution was adopted by the Illinois Senate on May 22, 2025, as a commemorative tribute to his life and contributions.
Maddy summarySR 258 declares May 2025 as Jewish American Heritage Month for the State of Illinois. This resolution formally recognizes the contributions of Jewish Americans within the state.
Congratulates James O'Shea on the occasion of his retirement as Police Chief of the River Forest Police Department (RFPD). Thanks him for his 30 years of service and dedication to the Village of River Forest.
