MEMORIAL-DR. OPEAR R. MYLES
This is a ceremonial memorial resolution (HR 209), not a policy bill. It formally mourns the passing of Dr. Opear Ree (Cooley) Myles, an educator and longtime Chicago community leader, and extends condolences to her family. The resolution honors her 18-year career in Chicago Public Schools, her church leadership at Far West Church of Christ, and her role as a mentor and spiritual guide. It was adopted by the Illinois House of Representatives on March 25, 2025, with no policy changes or direct impacts on constituents.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 21, 2025
Last action Mar 25, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 25, 2025
Lower · Passed
Resolution Adopted
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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La Shawn Ford
DDemocratic
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