Sen. Don Harmon

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the memory of Daniel Klest, a resident of Oak Park who passed away in June 2024. The document formally records his life details, including his education, career as a technology leader, and personal interests in music and sports, while extending condolences to his surviving family members. It concludes by directing that a copy of the resolution be presented to Klest's family as a gesture of sympathy from the Illinois Senate.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Barbara Ann Vanek, who passed away in June 2024, and expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family. The document outlines her personal history, including her education, career in healthcare and community wellness, and her roles as a mother and volunteer. It serves as a formal record of her contributions to her community and church, noting her service at Rush Medical Center and her long-term involvement with the PCC Community Wellness Center. Ultimately, the bill directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to her family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Mary Irene Bowman, a Chicago resident who passed away in 2024 at the age of 99. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and friends while acknowledging her contributions as a lifelong supporter of Trinity High School, an advocate for the Haymarket House, and a volunteer for charitable causes. It also notes her educational background and extensive family, including her six daughters and numerous grandchildren. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy of the document be presented to her family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Herman G. Bodewes, a Springfield resident who passed away in August 2024. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his career and personal life.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Robert A. "Bob" Helman, a prominent attorney and community leader from Hyde Park who passed away in October 2024. The document outlines his background, including his education, military service, and decades-long career as a partner at Mayer Brown where he helped grow the firm significantly. It formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Dolores "Lorrie" McMahon Michael, a lifelong resident of River Forest who passed away in March 2024. The document formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and friends while acknowledging her community involvement, including her work with the Girl Scouts, her career at State Farm, and her participation in curling. As a memorial measure, the bill directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to her family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Maria de los Angeles Herrera, a resident of North Riverside who passed away in June 2024. The document outlines her background, including her immigration to the United States, her career in customer service and gas transportation, and her volunteer work supporting the Latino community and her church. It formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.

Creates the O'Hare Driver Safety Act. Provides that a person operating a motor vehicle shall not stop or stand the person's vehicle on a shoulder of a highway including the highway entrance and exit ramps or on the side of a roadway within a 2-mile radius surrounding O'Hare International Airport. Establishes that a person who violates the provisions shall be subject to a $100 fine. Limits the liability of a vehicle lessor if specified conditions are met. Requires the Illinois Toll Highway Authority to install and maintain automated traffic safety systems along traffic routes within a 2-mile radius of O'Hare International Airport. Requires all fine proceeds to be deposited into the Illinois State Police Highway Enforcement Fund. Requires the Authority to adopt rules to implement and administer the Act. Defines terms.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends state laws to allow non-licensed direct care staff in small residential and day programs for people with developmental disabilities to administer specific medications under the supervision of a registered nurse. To qualify, these staff members must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma, and successfully complete a rigorous training program that covers medication handling, safety, and ethical responsibilities. The law permits the administration of oral, topical, and injectable medications, including insulin and certain diabetes drugs, provided that staff do not calculate doses based on blood glucose tests and that individuals requiring frequent monitoring are excluded unless a nurse directs otherwise. Additionally, the bill clarifies the rules for when individuals can self-administer their own medications based on a standardized assessment of their capability.

Amends the Illinois Power of Attorney Act. Makes it unlawful for a third party to unreasonably refuse to honor a statutory short form power of attorney properly executed in accordance with the laws in effect at the time of its execution. Provides that it is unreasonable for a third party to refuse to honor a statutory short form power of attorney properly executed in accordance with the laws in effect at the time of its execution, if the only reason for the refusal is any of the following: (1) the power of attorney is not on a form the third party receiving such power prescribes regardless of any form the terms of any account agreement between the account holder and third party requires; (2) there has been a lapse of time since the execution of the power of attorney; (3) on the face of the statutory short form power of attorney, there is a lapse of time between the date of acknowledgment of the signature of the principal and the date of the acceptance by the agent; (4) the document provided does not bear an original signature, original witness, or original notarization but is accompanied by an attorney-certified copy; or (5) the document appoints an entity as the agent.