Latest Action: 11/21/2008 - Filed with the Clerk by Rep. John E. Bradley

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HONORS - LIFESAVERS

Honors the members of the LifeSavers Training Corporation for their work in helping young adults to become caring listeners in their interactions with their peers.

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HR1608 Sponsored by Al Riley
Latest Action: 11/19/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS - TRACY MUNNO

Honors Tracy Munno for the many years of dedicated service she has given to her employers and her community.

Latest Action: 11/19/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS - JACOB LUFFMAN

Honors Jacob Luffman of Urbana for his gracious gift of a new bicycle to a 9-year-old boy whose bike was stolen.

Latest Action: 11/19/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS - STATE REP. LINDNER

Honors Illinois State Representative Patricia Reid Lindner for her many years of dedicated service to the people of the State of Illinois.

Latest Action: 11/19/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - DOUGLAS E. MAXWELL

Honors Douglas E. Maxwell, Imperial Potentate of Shriners International, for the many years of dedicated service he has given to his community and the Shriners organization.

Latest Action: 11/19/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS - MARY JO ARNDT

Honors Mary Jo Arndt of Lombard for her many years of dedicated service to the people of Illinois and the nation.

Latest Action: 11/19/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-BISHOP HENRY PHILLIPS

Honors Bishop Henry Phillips, Jr. on the occasion of becoming consecrated to the office of Bishop.

Latest Action: 11/19/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - MARIE DRAKE

Honors Marie Drake for her many years of dedicated service to her family, church, community, State, and nation.

Latest Action: 09/23/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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MEMORIAL-BRUCE HOHENSTEIN

Honors the life of Bruce Hohenstein of Mt. Auburn.

Latest Action: 09/23/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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CNGRTS-2008 SENIOR SAINTS HOF

Congratulates the Jefferson County recipients of the 2008 Senior Saints Hall of Fame Honors on the occasion of their accomplishments.

Latest Action: 09/10/2008 - Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Lisa M. Dugan

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HONORS-PHYLLIS WILKEN

Honors Phyllis Wilken of Kankakee on her 95th birthday.

Latest Action: 09/23/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - BISHOP WILLIAM BONNER

Honors Bishop William Haven Bonner for his work in the community.

Latest Action: 09/10/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-BISHOP BONNER BDAY

Honors Bishop William H. Bonner of The Greater Mount Olive Church of God in Christ in Aurora on his 87th birthday.

Latest Action: 09/10/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - A PLACE FOR ME

Honors the administration and staff of the "A Place for Me" not-for-profit foundation for their work in providing services to families and support for children affected by autism.

Latest Action: 08/13/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - FOSP

Honors the Federation of Suburban Pakistanis for the work they perform in their community.

Latest Action: 08/13/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-ABATE SOUTHERN FREEDOM

Honors the members of the ABATE of Illinois Southern Freedom Chapter for their work to protect and conserve the rights of motorcyclists.

Latest Action: 07/16/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - JAMES F. CONTER

Honors and applauds James F. Conter for his many accomplishments and thanks him for his 75 years of dedicated public service.

Latest Action: 07/15/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - MR. AND MRS. VELASCO

Honors Manuel M. Velasco and Blanca Maria Velasco on the occasion of the Springfield Park District renaming the tennis area at Washington Park in Springfield the "Velasco Tennis Center" in honor of their work.

Latest Action: 05/31/2008 - Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Maria Antonia Berrios

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PUERTO RICAN PARADE COMMITTEE

Honors the Puerto Rican Parade Committee of Chicago for the outstanding work it has performed for the Puerto Rican community in the City of Chicago.

Latest Action: 05/31/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-CHILDS PLAY THEATRE

Honors the Child's Play Touring Theatre for its outstanding work with children in the City of Chicago, the State of Illinois, and throughout the nation.

Latest Action: 05/31/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-DONNA & LEONARD HARRIS

Honors Donna and Leonard Harris, co-owners of Chatham Foods Center in Chicago, for 21 years of dedicated service to their community.

Latest Action: 05/30/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - TRAUGHBER JR. HIGH

Honors the faculty, staff, and administration of Traughber Junior High, as the building becomes the district's administration center, for their many years of dedicated service to the citizens of Oswego Community Unit School District 308.

Latest Action: 05/30/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - DOUGLAS R. BROOKS

Honors Douglas R. Brooks on the occasion of his retirement as Senior Vice President of Burke Beverage, Inc.

Latest Action: 05/22/2008 - Filed with Secretary

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HONORS-SENATOR SIEBEN

Honors Senator Todd Sieben on his retirement from the Illinois Senate.

Latest Action: 05/29/2008 - Added Co-Sponsor All Other Members of the House

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HONORS-FALLEN SERVICEMEN/WOMEN

Honors the fallen soldiers, sailors, airman, and marines from the State of Illinois who have fallen in battle in the last year.

Latest Action: 05/16/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-AWARD WINNERS SALEM

Honors the award winners from the Greater Salem Area Foundation Awards Dinner.

Latest Action: 05/14/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS-LT COL THEODORE TRACY

Honors Illinois Army National Guard Lt. Colonel Theodore F. Tracy on the occasion of his return from a tour of duty in Iraq.

Latest Action: 05/14/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS-FRANKLIN PARK FIREFGHTS

Honors the firefighters from the Franklin Park Fire Department for being honored at the Firefighters Memorial at the Illinois State Capitol.

Latest Action: 05/13/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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CONGRATS-CCC ACADEMIC TEAM

Congratulates the members of the City Colleges of Chicago academic team for earning national honors by capturing first place in the "Know Your Heritage: Hispanic College Quiz Bowl".

Latest Action: 07/01/2008 - Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

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HONORS SUDANESE COMMUNITY

Supports the development of a Sudanese Community Center and recognizes the tremendous contributions of Illinois residents of Sudanese descent.

Latest Action: 05/01/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS-HALES FRANCISCAN HALL

Honors the first inductees of the Hales Franciscan High School Donald Hubert Hall of Fame.

Latest Action: 05/01/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS-WALT JOCKETTY

Honors Walt Jocketty, former General Manager of the St. Louis Cardinals organization, for his many years of dedication to the team.

Latest Action: 04/30/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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SONS AMERICAN LEGION DETACH

Honors the Sons of the American Legion Detachment of Illinois on their contributions and commitment to others.

Latest Action: 04/29/2008 - Filed with Secretary

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RECOGNIZES ALPHA PHI ALPHA

Recognizes and honors the upcoming 102nd anniversary of the founding of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and proclaims December 4, 2008 as "Alpha Phi Alpha Day" in the State of Illinois.

Latest Action: 04/30/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-CLAY COUNTY POLICE

Honors the three Clay County police officers who have fallen in the line of duty and who are being memorialized by the Clay County Board.

Latest Action: 04/29/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - BRETT FAVRE

Recognizes and applauds Brett Favre's accomplishments during his 17 seasons as an NFL quarterback.

Latest Action: 04/29/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-PLAINFIELD WAR MEMORIAL

Honors Caron George Stillmunkes and Kevin Greco on their efforts to restore the Plainfield War Memorial.

Latest Action: 04/17/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-ROBERT RYAN

Honors Robert E. Ryan Sr., Executive Director of the Plumbing Council of Chicagoland, on his retirement.

Latest Action: 04/17/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - JOHN "J.R." ROHWER

Honors John "J.R." Rohwer on the occasion of his outstanding career and for his contributions to Illinois broadcasting.

Latest Action: 04/16/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - JOHN "J.R." ROHWER

Honors John "J.R." Rohwer on the occasion of his outstanding career and for his contributions to Illinois broadcasting.

Latest Action: 04/30/2008 - Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Monique D. Davis

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RECOGNIZES ALPHA PHI ALPHA

Recognizes and honors the upcoming 102nd anniversary of the founding of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.

Latest Action: 05/01/2008 - Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Bob Biggins

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HONORS - WILLIAM T. LICHTER

Honors William T. Lichter for his 23 years of dedicated service as Village Manager of Lombard.

Latest Action: 04/08/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS-QUINCY NOTRE DAME GIRLS

Honors the Quincy Notre Dame High School Girls Basketball Team on their outstanding season.

Latest Action: 05/28/2008 - Be Adopted State Government and Veterans Affairs; 008-000-000

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VETERANS-HOSPICE CARE

Resolves that on each Memorial Day we rededicate efforts to ensure that all veterans and their families living in the State of Illinois have access to excellent palliative and hospice care that meets their special needs, honors them, and thanks them for their service to our country.

Latest Action: 04/08/2008 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS - IBEW

Recognizes the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for their dedicated service to their communities and honors them for their diligent efforts to restore power for the citizens of Illinois in dangerous conditions.

Latest Action: 04/03/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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GATHERING OF ELIZABETHS

Honors the organizers and participants of the Gathering of Elizabeths for recognizing the importance of the many people named Elizabeth throughout the State, the nation, and the world.

Latest Action: 04/03/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-HENRY TEWS

Honors Henry Tews, founder of Serenity House in DuPage county, on his lifetime achievements.

Latest Action: 04/02/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-BARUKH BINAH

Honors the Consul General of Israel in Chicago, Barukh Binah, and his wife, Shulamit Binah, as they return to Israel after serving as Consul General to the Midwest.

Latest Action: 03/13/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-AMBASSADOR HAFSTRÖM

Honors Swedish Ambassador Jonas Hafström.

Latest Action: 05/28/2008 - Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Jacqueline Y. Collins

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HONORS - CESAR CHAVEZ

Honors the life and legacy of farm workers leader Cesar Estrada Chavez.

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Adds paragraph concerning the March 31, 2008 event at Northeastern Illinois University celebrating the life and legacy of Cesar Chavez.

Latest Action: 03/06/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-BAXTER INTL INC.

Honors Baxter International Inc. on receiving the Illinois League of Women Voters' Environmental Sustainability Stewardship Award and many other accolades and awards for its work in protecting our environment.

Latest Action: 03/05/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - J. DENNIS HASTERT

Acknowledge the contributions of the Honorable J. Dennis Hastert as an esteemed former member of the Illinois House of Representatives, as a United States Congressman, and as the four-time elected Speaker of the United States House of Representatives.

Latest Action: 03/04/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS CHUCK HARTKE

Honors Chuck Hartke as he steps down as Director of the Department of Agriculture.

Latest Action: 03/04/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS CHUCK HARTKE

Honors Chuck Hartke as he steps down as Director of the Department of Agriculture.

Latest Action: 07/01/2008 - Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

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HONORS-JAMES ADKISSON

Thanks James M. Adkisson of Roseville on his years of dedication to the community.

Latest Action: 01/17/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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CHINESE NEW YEAR SPECTACULAR

Honors the performers and organizers of the 2008 Chinese New Year Spectacular on their work in promoting the Chinese fine arts.

Latest Action: 01/09/2008 - Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Mike Bost

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HONORS - REP. JIM WATSON

Honors Illinois State Representative Jim Watson for his service to our country and wishes him a safe tour of duty.

Latest Action: 01/09/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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CHINESE NEW YEAR SPECTACULAR

Honors the performers and organizers of the 2008 Chinese New Year Spectacular on their work in promoting the Chinese fine arts.

Latest Action: 01/09/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - JAMES SMITH III

Honors James "Jamie" Smith III on the occasion of his outstanding performance at the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer games held in Shanghai, China.

Latest Action: 01/09/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-DR STANLIS

Honors Dr. Peter J. Stanlis of Rockford on the publication of Robert Frost: The Poet As Philosopher.

Latest Action: 01/09/2008 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-CHARLES WHITE

Honors the former mayor of Mattoon, Charles White.

Latest Action: 11/02/2007 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS - DAISAKU IKEDA

Honors Soka Gakkai International President Daisaku Ikeda for his continuous efforts in promoting nonviolence, culture, and education in the United States and throughout the world.

Latest Action: 10/12/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-SAINT ANTHONY 50TH

Honors Reverend Father Anthony G. Tzortzis and the members of Saint Anthony's Greek Orthodox Church on the 50th anniversary of the church.

HR0753

HR0753 Sponsored by Lou Lang
Latest Action: 10/04/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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CONGRATS-KETER AWARD HONORS

Congratulates Rabbi Harvey and Vivien Well and Mr. Lawrence A. Sherman on being honored at the 2007 Keter Award Banquet of the Associated Talmud Torahs of Chicago.

Latest Action: 02/06/2008 - Assigned to State Government Administration Committee

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HONORS - COMMON

Honors Lonnie Rashid Lynn, more famously known as the Chicago hip-hop artist Common, for his work in the community and urges the City of Chicago to proclaim September 20, 2007 as Common Day.

Latest Action: 10/02/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - KIM HUNTER

Honors Kim Hunter for her work with the Douglas County Medical Reserve Corps.

Latest Action: 10/02/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-CSU FOUNDATION

Honors the members of the Chicago State University Foundation for their contributions in the field of education and congratulates Larry Richman for being the recipient of the Friends of CSU Award.

Latest Action: 10/02/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HENNEPIN CANAL 100TH ANNIV

Honors the significance of the Hennepin Canal on the occasion of the canal's 100th anniversary.

Latest Action: 10/02/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - RICHARD DURHAM

Honors Richard Durham for his work on the radio program Destination Freedom and for his induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame.

Latest Action: 08/08/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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CONGRATS-CHARLES FRANK

Honors Charles Frank for his leadership, vision, and commitment to the Jewish Community Centers of Chicago and the entire Jewish community.

Latest Action: 07/11/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - TINA WININGS

Honors Charleston High School teacher Tina Winings for her many accomplishments and accolades throughout her career.

Latest Action: 06/27/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - GLENDA FULTON

Honors Glenda Fulton for the work she has done for her community in the fight against sarcoidosis.

Latest Action: 06/05/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-CHILDS PLAY THEATRE

Honors the Child's Play Touring Theatre for its outstanding work with children in the City of Chicago, the State of Illinois, and throughout the nation.

Latest Action: 05/31/2007 - Resolution Adopted

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PUERTO RICAN PARADE COMMITTEE

Honors the Puerto Rican Parade Committee of Chicago for the outstanding work it has performed for the Puerto Rican community in the City of Chicago.

Latest Action: 05/17/2007 - Resolution Adopted

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HONORS-ROSS PESCE

Honors Ross Pesce on his retirement from Morton East High School in Cicero.

Latest Action: 05/16/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-CALVIN WOODWORTH

Honors Pesotum Fire Protection District Fire Chief Calvin E. Woodworth.

Latest Action: 07/01/2008 - Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

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NATIONAL VICTIMS RIGHTS WEEK

Proclaims the week of April 22 through April 28, 2007 as National Victims' Rights Week in the State of Illinois and honors the DuPage County Children's Advocacy Center and those programs across the State of Illinois working to reduce and ultimately eliminate sexual abuse and serious physical abuse of children.

Latest Action: 05/10/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-PASTOR EATON

Honors Pastor Allen Eaton for his many accomplishments.

Latest Action: 05/10/2007 - Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Madigan

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HONORS MAUREEN MURPHY

Honors former State Representative Maureen Murphy for her many contributions to the State of Illinois.

Latest Action: 05/09/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - KAREN MCNULTY ENRIGHT

Honors Karen McNulty Enright on her installation as President of the Women's Bar Association of Illinois.

Latest Action: 05/08/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS HELEN MILLER

Honors Helen Miller, President of Service Employees International Union Local 880.

Latest Action: 05/08/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-GEORGE E SANGMEISTER

Acknowledges the life and work of George E. Sangmeister of Frankfort as a sculpture is dedicated to him on May 26, 2007 at the Frankfort Founders Center .

Latest Action: 04/24/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-HORACE LIVINGSTON JR

Honors Horace J. Livingston Jr. of Decatur, publisher of The African American Voice, for his work in the community.

Latest Action: 04/20/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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DES PLAINES LIBRARY 100TH ANNI

Honors the Des Plaines Public Library's 100th anniversary.

Latest Action: 05/18/2007 - Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Martin A. Sandoval

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VETERANS-HOSPICE CARE

Resolves that on this Memorial Day, May 28, 2007, we rededicate efforts to ensure that all veterans and their families living in the State of Illinois have access to excellent palliative and hospice care that meets their special needs, honors them, and thanks them for their service to our country.

Latest Action: 04/18/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS - SUNSHINE LEE

Honors Sylvester "Sunshine" Lee of East St. Louis for his contributions to music and dance.

Latest Action: 03/13/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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CONGRATS-FREDERICK BYERGO

Honors Frederick Byergo on his retirement as the Cook Memorial Public Library District Director.

Latest Action: 03/13/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-DEPUTY CHIEF WEBER

Congratulates Deputy Chief Arthur Weber of the Algonquin Police Department on his retirement.

Latest Action: 03/08/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-SOS CAPITOL POLICE

Honors the Secretary of State Capitol Police Force for a job well done.

Latest Action: 03/07/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-DONALD STORINO

Honors Donald Storino of Chicago and his work with the West Central Municipal Conference and the West Cook County Solid Waste Agency.

Latest Action: 03/07/2007 - Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. John E. Bradley

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HONORS FIRE FIGHTERS-EMT

Honors fire fighters and emergency medical technicians for their service.

Latest Action: 03/02/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-UPS

Honors the centennial of United Parcel Service of America Inc. and recognizes the contributions of the company to the citizens of the State of Illinois.

Latest Action: 02/22/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS CHINESE SPECTACULAR

Honors the Chinese New Year Spectacular being held on March 3, 2007 in Chicago.

Latest Action: 02/22/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS CHINESE SPECTACULAR

Honors the Chinese New Year Spectacular being held on March 3, 2007 in Chicago.

Latest Action: 02/06/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-SHERIFF SCOTT

Congratulates Coles County Sheriff Ronald Dean Scott on his retirement.

Latest Action: 02/06/2007 - Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

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HONORS-DREW PEARSON

Congratulates Special Agent Drew Pearson on his retirement from the Office of the Inspector General, Social Security Administration.