This bill is a memorial resolution honoring Christopher J. "Chris" Clark, the former Mayor of Harvey, Illinois, following his passing. It formally expresses the Illinois House of Representatives' condolences to his family and friends while acknowledging his public service career and personal life. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official tribute recognizing his contributions to his community and his legacy as a public servant and family man.
Declares the week of July 5 through July 10, 2026 as Blues Kids Week in the State of Illinois in recognition of the annual Blues Camp in Chicago and in celebration of Illinois' rich Blues legacy. Recognizes Fernando Jones and the Blues Kids Foundation for their extraordinary contributions to music education, cultural preservation, and youth development
RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONCURRING HEREIN, that when the Senate adjourns on Thursday, March 26, 2026, it stands adjourned until Tuesday, April 14, 2026, or until the call of the President; and when the House of Representatives adjourns on Friday, March 27, 2026, it stands adjourned until Tuesday, April 07, 2026, and when it adjourns on that day, it stands adjourned until Wednesday, April 08, 2026, and when it adjourns on that day, it stands adjourned until Thursday, April 09, 2026, and when it adjourns on that day, it stands adjourned until Tuesday, April 14, 2026, or until the call of the Speaker.
This bill is a House Resolution that congratulates the athletes, coaches, and staff of Team Illinois as they prepare for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. It recognizes the 80 Illinois representatives who will compete in eight sports across Minneapolis, Minnesota, in June 2026. The resolution expresses appreciation for their participation in one of the nation's largest inclusive sporting events and directs that copies be given to Special Olympics Illinois as a symbol of respect.
This bill is a memorial resolution honoring Mia Webster-Cross, a nurse and community leader who passed away on March 4, 2026. It formally acknowledges her life achievements, including her decades of nursing work, community service during the pandemic, and various humanitarian contributions. The resolution expresses the Illinois House of Representatives' condolences to her family and friends and directs that a copy of the document be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.
Congratulates the Homer Junior High School wrestling team, the Mustangs, on winning the 2026 Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) Class AA State Championship.
Amends the Illinois Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Provides that a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant shall not provide single-use plastic disposable foodware items to a consumer ordering or purchasing dine-in food unless requested by the consumer and that plastic drinking straws must be provided when specifically requested. Provides that single-use plastic disposable foodware items that are provided may not be packaged in plastic. Provides that a food dispensing establishment or takeout food delivery service must provide options for a customer to request disposable foodware items separate from the customer's order, with certain requirements. Provides that a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant offering condiments may use dispensers rather than prepackaged disposable condiment packets. Provides that a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant must post a sign indicating that single-use plastic disposable foodware will be made available upon request or at a self serve station. Provides that a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant may make single-use plastic straws available to customers ordering or purchasing dine-in food by making available dispensers or certain other means if a sign is posted encouraging the reduction of the use single-use plastics. Provides for a civil penalty of $25, after a first notice of violation, for each day a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant is in violation, paid to the Department of Public Health. Defines terms. Effective January 1, 2026.
This bill is a House resolution that congratulates Isadore McKennie on his 90th birthday and recognizes his long-standing contributions to the Chicago community. The resolution acknowledges his 30 years of work at the E.J. Brach & Sons Candy Factory, his public service to the City of Chicago, and his role as a respected elder and church member. It formally presents a copy of the resolution to McKennie as a symbol of the House's esteem and respect for his decades of dedication to his family, neighbors, and civic life.
This bill is a memorial resolution honoring Delores Showalter, a retired Illinois state employee who passed away in February 2026. It recognizes her 35-year career in state government and her leadership roles at the Hope Institute for Children and Families, where she worked until 2018. The resolution formally expresses the Illinois House of Representatives' condolences to her family and directs that a copy of the document be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.
This bill is a Senate resolution honoring the life of Raymond Alfred "Ray" Scheiter Jr., a Quincy resident who passed away on March 16, 2026. The resolution formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and friends while acknowledging his achievements as an educator, coach, and community member. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Scheiter's family as a symbol of sympathy. The document does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as a commemorative tribute.
This Senate resolution honors the life of Buford M. Green, a Jacksonville-area journalist, educator, and sports figure who passed away on March 9, 2025. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and friends while recognizing his extensive career in journalism, his long tenure as a radio host, and his numerous hall of fame inductions in sports and education. A copy of the resolution will be presented to Green's family as a gesture of sympathy from the state legislature.
This bill is a memorial resolution honoring Elaine Evelyn Birtch, who passed away on February 15, 2026. It formally acknowledges her life and contributions, including her work as an educator, her involvement in community and church activities, and her support for the arts. The resolution expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and friends and directs that a copy of the document be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.
