Sen. Dave Koehler

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 526) honoring John E. Salzer of East Peoria following his death on November 23, 2025. The resolution formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to Salzer's family, including his wife Barbara (his 50-year partner), children, siblings, and extended family. It details his life, including his work with the Operating Engineers union, service with the Knights of Columbus, and membership at St. Monica Catholic Church. The Senate adopted the resolution on January 14, 2026, as a formal expression of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution mourning the death of Marcus M. "Mark" Olson of Peoria, who passed away January 3, 2026. It honors his life as an electrical engineer (retired from Caterpillar), hockey pioneer who co-founded the Peoria Blades, and community leader, highlighting his athletic achievements, family, and decades of service. The Illinois Senate adopted the resolution on January 14, 2026, to extend condolences to his family. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or effect on constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (SR 525) honoring Philip R. "Phil" Supple of Normal, Illinois, who passed away on November 22, 2025. The resolution formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and community following his death. It details his life, including his career in journalism, work at State Farm during Hurricane Katrina, teaching at Bradley University, and volunteer service. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on individuals or laws - it serves solely as a symbolic expression of respect and sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (SR 512) honoring Jacqueline Jean "J.J." Frank of Peoria, who died on October 28, 2025. The resolution commemorates her life, career with the American Red Cross and as a nurse, community service, and family. It was adopted by the Illinois Senate on January 14, 2026, as a formal expression of condolence to her family and loved ones. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (SR 562) honoring JoAnne Fields Richardson, a Peoria resident who passed away on December 28, 2025. The resolution commemorates her life, highlighting her career as a registered nurse, decades of volunteer work with organizations like the Peoria Medical Society Alliance and Salvation Army, her church leadership, and her family. It expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and community. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy or funding impact.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (SR 514), not a policy bill. It formally honors Gerald "Jerry" Agatucci of Peoria, who died on November 4, 2025, and recognizes his life as a co-owner of Peoria's Agatucci's restaurant, his community service (including fundraising for diabetes research), and his dedication to making customers feel welcome. The Illinois Senate passed the resolution on January 14, 2026, to express condolences to his family and community. It has no policy impact - it is a ceremonial tribute.

Maddy summaryThis is a Senate Resolution (SR 545) memorializing Joy Erlichman Miller, a Peoria, Florida resident and longtime mental health counselor, author, and Holocaust memorial advocate who died on December 6, 2025. The resolution formally mourns her passing, highlights her professional contributions - including 50 years as a licensed counselor, authoring eight books, founding the Peoria Holocaust Memorial, and hosting a 25-year TV mental health segment - and expresses the Illinois Senate’s condolences to her family. As a memorial resolution, it has no legislative effect or policy impact; it simply serves as a formal expression of respect from the Senate. The resolution was adopted by the Illinois Senate on January 14, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 762 makes a technical amendment to the Comprehensive Health Insurance Plan Act. Specifically, it modifies a section related to the short title of the Act, which is a minor, non-substantive change.

Amends the Nurse Practice Act. Makes changes to the requirements for a registered professional nursing education program in provisions concerning the establishment of a new program, program policies, faculty members, training and development, the program's curriculum, the program's use of simulation, the accreditation process, approval by the Board of Nursing, and the program closure process. Makes a conforming change. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation may, without hearing, rescind the license of any person who obtain a license after completing a program or obtaining credit from a program that does not meet the requirements of the provisions regarding registered professional nursing education programs. In provisions concerning nursing licensure by examination, removes the provision regarding the good standing period for professional nursing programs on probationary status.

Amends the Illinois Trust Code. Requires a trustee to maintain, for a minimum of 7 years after the termination of the trust, a copy of the governing trust instrument under which the trustee was authorized to act at the time the trust terminated. Amends the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act. Provides that property held in an account or plan, including a health savings account, that qualifies for tax deferral under the United States income tax law, is presumed abandoned 20 years after the account was opened. Requires State agencies to report final compensation due a State employee to the Treasurer's Office as unclaimed property if the employee dies while employed. Requires a holder who holds property presumed abandoned to hold the property in trust for the benefit of the State Treasurer on behalf of the owner from and after the date the property is presumed abandoned. Requires that the State Treasurer provide written notice to a State agency and the Governor's Office of Management and Budget of property presumed to be abandoned and allegedly owned by the State agency before it can be escheated to the State's General Revenue Fund if the property remains unclaimed after one year. Creates authority for the Secretary of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to order a regulated person under the Act to immediately report and remit property subject to the Act if the Secretary determines that the action is necessary to protect the interest of an owner. Establishes a procedure regulating agreements between an owner or apparent owner and a finder to locate or recover property held by the State Treasurer. Requires a finder to be licensed by the State Treasurer and creates qualifications to be so licensed. Makes definitions. Makes other changes. The Treasurer is authorized to adopt rules as necessary to implement the Act. Effective immediately.