MEMORIAL-IRVIN F. SMITH

HR 598 is a memorial resolution honoring former Illinois State Representative and Springfield Alderperson Irvin Frank "Irv" Smith, who died on November 24, 2025. The resolution expresses the Illinois House of Representatives' condolences to his family and community, acknowledging his decades of service as an educator, coach, public official, and community leader. It details his career, including roles as a Springfield Alderperson, Illinois House member, founder of local programs like the Head Start initiative, and his lifelong work with youth sports. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to memorialize his life and contributions.