Congratulates Glyn Ramage on the occasion of his retirement as business manager of the Downstate Illinois Laborers' District Council of the Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA). Recognizes his dedication to and impact on LIUNA.
HR 142 is a memorial resolution passed by the Illinois House of Representatives to honor Max Jordan Chiswick, who died in Tel Aviv on January 7, 2025. The resolution, adopted on February 19, 2025, formally expresses condolences to his family, friends, and the global community that knew him, recognizing his life as a professional poker player, traveler, and advocate for education and community. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is a symbolic gesture of mourning and remembrance.
Commends the attorneys and staff of the Legislative Reference Bureau for their commitment to fulfilling their duties, dedication to supporting the members of the General Assembly, and service to the people of Illinois.
Congratulates the AlWood High School and Cambridge High School girls varsity softball team, the Ridgewood Spartans, on winning the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) 2024 Class 1A Softball Championship. Wishes the team continued success.
Congratulates the Chicago Christian school system on their 125th anniversary. Recognizes the achievements of the 2024 Chicago Christian High School football team, the Knights, on a historic victory in becoming the Class 2A State Champions.
This is a memorial resolution honoring Mary Joyce "Mae Joyce" Anderson-Farris of Peoria, Illinois, who died on February 3, 2025. The Illinois House of Representatives adopted the resolution to express condolences to her family, friends, and community, recognizing her life as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, bus driver, and church member. It has no policy impact or provisions - it is a ceremonial tribute.
Commends the many local businesses that donated their time, money, and support to O'Fallon Fraternal Order of the Police (FOP) Lodge 198 in order to bestow a custom-designed, 14-passenger bus to the Parent Teacher Organization for Exceptional Children (PTOEC).
This is a ceremonial memorial resolution (HR 121) honoring Mary Colleen Kilbride of Pontiac, Illinois, who died on January 20, 2025. The Illinois House of Representatives formally mourns her passing and extends condolences to her family, including her children, siblings, grandchildren, and extended relatives. The resolution, adopted on February 18, 2025, has no policy or legal effect - it serves only as a formal expression of sympathy. It directly affects no individuals through legislative action, as it commemorates a private citizen's life and legacy.
Recognizes Chief John W. Stenson, the first and only African American Chief of Police for the Peoria Police Department, on his decades of service and mentorship.
This is a memorial resolution (HR 110) honoring Enzo Tribo, founder of Enzo's and CarmelCorn in Chicago Heights, who passed away. The resolution expresses the Illinois House's condolences to his family and community, recognizing his 78-year business legacy serving Italian beef and caramel corn since 1946. It does not create policy changes or affect any laws or individuals beyond acknowledging his contributions. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond the House's expression of sympathy.
This is a memorial resolution honoring Robert P. "Bob" Blazier, a longtime Crystal Lake community leader who passed away on January 9, 2025. The Illinois House of Representatives formally mourns his death and extends condolences to his family, recognizing his decades of service as a school superintendent, Chamber of Commerce president, and founder of community initiatives like the Crystal Lake Young Professionals and the Bob Blazier Run for the Arts. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his impact on Crystal Lake.
Condemns President Donald Trump's inexcusable pardons of his coconspirators and criminals convicted of attacking police officers, attacking our Capitol, and attacking our democracy.
