Sen. Dave Koehler

Reaffirms a dedication to supporting the efforts of small and midsize manufacturers across Illinois. Urges the small and the midsize manufacturing industries and other relevant stakeholders to form a task force to develop meaningful recommendations for addressing the needs of small and midsize manufacturers in Illinois. Reaffirms a commitment to championing initiatives that ensure the success of small and midsize manufacturers in Illinois.

Amends the Public Utilities Act. Removes provisions prohibiting the construction of new nuclear power reactors with a nameplate capacity of more than 300 megawatts of electricity to be located within the State until the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security finds that the United States Government has identified and approved a demonstrable technology or means for the disposal of high level nuclear waste.

Amends the Temporary Assistance For Needy Families Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. Requires the Department of Human Services to implement the federal Family Violence Option created by the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996, P.L. 104-193, and other specified federal provisions that permit state agencies to waive TANF work and self-sufficiency requirements for individuals who are the victims of domestic or sexual violence. Contains provisions on how individuals may apply for a "good cause" waiver of TANF requirements due to domestic or sexual violence, including, provisions concerning required documentation or third-party verification to support a good cause waiver claim; and the option to self-attest to a claim of domestic or sexual violence in support of a good cause waiver claim. Contains provisions on notification requirements imposed on the Department; crisis assistance funding; rulemaking; and data reporting requirements.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 379 is a commemorative resolution that mourns the death of Gary Wayne Thomas of Bartonville. It serves to officially acknowledge and express sorrow regarding his passing.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 441 is a commemorative resolution. It expresses sorrow and mourns the passing of Arthur S. "Art" Oakford, who was from Peoria.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 386 is a commemorative resolution mourning the death of Olinda B. Newhouse of Morton. This resolution officially recognizes and expresses sorrow for her passing.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 392 is a commemorative resolution that officially mourns the death of Dr. Bernard J. "Bernie" Goitein, Ph.D. It serves to acknowledge and honor his passing.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 359 is a commemorative resolution that mourns the passing of Gary E. Pierce. It serves to officially acknowledge his death and honor his memory.

Maddy summarySR 420 is a commemorative resolution that mourns the death of Datikka Tennell "Tikka" Pebbles of Edwards. It serves to formally acknowledge and express sorrow for her passing.

Declares the week of September 21 through September 27, 2025 as Surgical Technology Week in the State of Illinois. Honors these dedicated healthcare professionals for their hard work and expertise in patient safety in the operating room that often goes unnoticed. Recognizes their educators for providing them with specialized training in surgical technology.