HR 566 Illinois House · 104th Regular Session

RECOGNIZES-SHIRL P. BEST

This resolution honors Flight Officer Shirl P. Best, a WWII navigator who died in 1945 after his B-17 was shot down. It specifically recognizes his act of releasing bombs during a mission to prevent civilian casualties in Eisenberg, Germany, saving hundreds of lives. The resolution is presented to his surviving family as a gesture of respect for his service and sacrifice.

Issues: ✓ Veterans

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Dec 2025

Committee Review

House Passage

Jan 2026

Senate Passage

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Introduced Dec 3, 2025 Last action Jan 20, 2026

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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Jan 20, 2026

Lower · Passed

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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors