CONGRATS-NORLYN DOSSEY
Congratulates Norlyn Dossey on playing a pivotal role in developing the radio and television systems in Vermilion County and commends him for his service to this country in the Marine Corps.
Not out of committeeFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Brandun Schweizer · 2026-08-25
VOLUNTEER EMERGENCY WORKERS
In plain English Expands job protections for volunteer emergency workers to include training participation and prohibits employers from requiring time off for emergencies, except municipalities with 15,000 or more residents.
Official synopsis: Amends the Volunteer Emergency Worker Job Protection Act. Provides that employment protections for volunteer emergency workers apply to volunteer emergency workers participating in required training, including a prohibition on termination and penalizing (rather than only termination). Provides that the employer may not require the employee…
Became lawPublic Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0581 · 2026-07-24
ODE TO THE COAL MINERS DAY
Declares June 9, 2026 as Ode to the Coal Miners Day in the State of Illinois to honor the contributions of coal miners in developing communities across the State, adding to the State's rich history. Encourages citizens across Illinois to recognize coal miners and to…
Not out of committeeFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Brandun Schweizer · 2026-06-09
CONGRATS-VERMILION COUNTY
Congratulates Vermilion County on its Bicentennial anniversary and celebration during the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. Commends all of the contributions by its leaders and families who have impacted the health of their community.
Became lawResolution Adopted · 2026-05-30
IL MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH
In plain English Declares May 2026 as Illinois Military Appreciation Month to honor veterans' service and encourage recognition activities.
Official synopsis: Declares May 2026 as Illinois Military Appreciation Month in the State of Illinois to honor the service, sacrifice, and continued contributions of veterans across our State. Encourages citizens, schools, businesses, veterans' organizations, and government entities across Illinois to observe Illinois Military Appreciation Month through activities…
Became lawAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin · 2026-05-29
MEMORIAL-GEORGE L. DOWELL
Mourns the death of Bishop George Lee Dowell of Danville.
Became lawResolution Adopted · 2026-05-28
IL FALLEN HEROES MONTH
In plain English Declares June 2026 as Illinois Fallen Heroes Month to honor fallen service members and encourages observances through ceremonies and tributes.
Official synopsis: Declares June 2026 as Illinois Fallen Heroes Month in the State of Illinois to honor the service and sacrifice of fallen heroes across our State. Encourages citizens, schools, businesses, veterans' organizations, and government entities across the State to observe Illinois Fallen Heroes Month through ceremonies,…
Became lawAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin Schmidt · 2026-05-28
CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH
In plain English Recognizes April 2026 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Official synopsis: Recognizes April 2026 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Became lawAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Tom Weber · 2026-05-14
MEMORIAL-MARILYN SATTERWHITE
Mourns the passing of Marilyn Lea Satterwhite of Danville.
Became lawResolution Adopted · 2026-05-12
CONGRATS-PARKLAND COLLEGE
Congratulates the Parkland College men's basketball team, the Cobras, on the occasion of winning the 2025-2026 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II National Championship on the 40-year anniversary of the program's previous national title. Wishes the team's coaches and players continued success.
Became lawResolution Adopted · 2026-04-15
DOMESTIC FRANCHISE TAX-REPEAL
Amends the Business Corporation Act of 1983. Provides that, on or after January 1, 2027 and prior to January 1, 2028, the first $100,000 in liability is exempt from the franchise tax payable by domestic corporations. Provides that, in the case of a domestic corporation,…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
INC TX-FIRST RESPONDER
Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Provides for an income tax deduction in an amount equal to the amount included in the taxpayer's federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year from the taxpayer's service as a full-time law enforcement officer in the State or…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
USE/OCC TX-SPORTING GOODS
Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act, and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Provides that, on and after January 1, 2026, the inclusion of leases in the tax imposed under those Acts does not extend to sporting…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
INC TX-EMERGENCY WORKERS
Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Provides that, for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2026 and beginning before January 1, 2029, the amount of the credit for volunteer emergency workers shall be $1,000 per eligible individual (currently, $500 per eligible individual). Provides…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
VETERANS' SERVICES TASK FORCE
Amends the Department of Veterans' Affairs Act. Recreates the Veterans' Service-Related Ailments Task Force repealed by Public Act 102-417 and renames it the Veterans' Services Task Force. Requires the Veterans' Services Task Force to meet at least twice a year and at any other times…
Passed one chamberAdded as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Craig Wilcox · 2026-03-11
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