Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

SR0838      — MEMORIAL-JOANNE M. WATKINS

Last action — Resolution Adopted

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

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 30, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Prognosis

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The resolution honors the memory of Joanne Margaret Watkins.

This resolution mourns the death of Joanne Margaret Watkins, recognizing her contributions and impact. It expresses condolences and honors her memory.

Summary

Mourns the death of Joane Margaret Watkins.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Resolution Adopted

  2. Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar

  3. Co-Sponsor All Senators

  4. Filed with Secretary

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 182 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (182)

182 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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Subjects

civil-rights
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Frequently asked questions

What does SR0838      do?
Mourns the death of Joane Margaret Watkins.
Who sponsors SR0838     ?
SR0838      is sponsored by Mattie Hunter (Democrat).
What is the current status of SR0838     ?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 30, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SR0838     ?
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