Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced Bipartisan · 16 R · 10 D cosponsors

HR0718      — FALLEN FIRST RESPONDERS MONTH

Last action — Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anthony DeLuca

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced March 10, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Prognosis

Advancing 54% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

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  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 26 sponsors

    1 primary, 25 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (16 R · 10 D) — cross-party backing.

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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In plain language

Designates June 2026 as Fallen First Responders Month in Illinois.

This bill declares June 2026 as a month to honor firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty. It encourages citizens to observe this month with ceremonies and acts of community service.

Summary

Declares June 2026 as Fallen First Responders Month in the State of Illinois in honor of all the firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Encourages citizens to observe this designation with appropriate ceremonies, memorial services, moments of silence, educational programs, and acts of community service to honor the legacy of our fallen heroes. Expresses deep gratitude to the families of the fallen and pledges continued support to the men and women who serve and protect our communities each day.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anthony DeLuca

  2. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. David Friess

  3. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Lindsey LaPointe

  4. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Justin Cochran

  5. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Rick Ryan

  6. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Martha Deuter

  7. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nicolle Grasse

  8. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Gregg Johnson

  9. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs

  10. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Patrick Windhorst

  11. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Bradley Fritts

  12. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Severin

  13. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie

  14. Resolution Adopted

  15. Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions

  16. Recommends Be Adopted Police & Fire Committee; 011-000-000

  17. Assigned to Police & Fire Committee

  18. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Coffey, Jr.

  19. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Adam M. Niemerg

  20. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Daniel J. Ugaste

  21. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Brandun Schweizer

  22. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nicole La Ha

  23. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. William E Hauter

  24. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Matt Hanson

  25. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jason R. Bunting

  26. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Kelly

  27. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar

  28. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Dennis Tipsword

  29. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. John M. Cabello

  30. Referred to Rules Committee

  31. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Patrick Sheehan

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 25 co-sponsors · 157 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (25)

Not signed on (157)

157 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Votes

Police & Fire Committee

Passed 11 Yea · 0 Nay · 3 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Republican 2003
Democrat 9000
Total 11003
% of votes cast 79%0%0%21%
How each member voted (14)
Member Party Vote
Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar Democrat Yea
Justin Cochran Democrat Yea
Katie Stuart Democrat Yea
Mary Gill Democrat Yea
Matt Hanson Democrat Yea
Michael J. Kelly Democrat Yea
Michelle Mussman Democrat Yea
Nabeela Syed Democrat Yea
Rick Ryan Democrat Yea
Brad Stephens Republican Not Voting
Dennis Tipsword Republican Yea
John M. Cabello Republican Not Voting
Nicole La Ha Republican Not Voting
Patrick Sheehan Republican Yea

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Subjects

public-safety civil-rights
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR0718      do?
Declares June 2026 as Fallen First Responders Month in the State of Illinois in honor of all the firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Encourages citizens to observe this designation with appropriate ceremonies, memorial services, moments of silence, educational programs, and acts of community service to honor the legacy of our fallen heroes. Expresses deep gratitude to the families of the fallen and pledges continued support to the men and women who serve and protect our communities each day.
Who sponsors HR0718     ?
HR0718      is sponsored by Patrick Sheehan (Republican), John M. Cabello (Republican), Dennis Tipsword (Republican), Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar (Democrat), Michael J. Kelly (Democrat), Jason R. Bunting (Republican), Matt Hanson (Democrat), William E Hauter (Republican), Nicole La Ha (Republican), Brandun Schweizer (Republican), Daniel J. Ugaste (Republican), Adam M. Niemerg (Republican), Michael J. Coffey, Jr. (Republican), Tony M. McCombie (Republican), Dave Severin (Republican), Bradley Fritts (Republican), Patrick Windhorst (Republican), Paul Jacobs (Republican), Gregg Johnson (Democrat), Nicolle Grasse (Democrat), Martha Deuter (Democrat), Rick Ryan (Democrat), Justin Cochran (Democrat), Lindsey LaPointe (Democrat), David Friess (Republican), and Anthony DeLuca (Democrat).
What is the current status of HR0718     ?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced March 10, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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