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SJR 43

ADJOURN HOUSE & SENATE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Sara Feigenholtz and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois joint resolution to adjourn both legislative chambers, ending the current session and halting consideration of all pending bills not yet enacted into law.

Adopted Both Houses
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Bill Summary · SJR 43

Legislative bill overview

SJR 43 is a joint resolution that instructs both the Illinois Senate and House to adjourn their legislative sessions. This is a procedural measure rather than substantive legislation, used to formally end a legislative session when sponsors believe work is complete or when political circumstances warrant session closure.

Why is this important

Adjournment resolutions determine when lawmakers stop meeting and voting on bills, effectively creating deadlines for all pending legislation. Any bills not passed before adjournment die and must be reintroduced in the next session, making this a critical procedural tool that can dramatically affect what legislation does or doesn't become law.

Potential points of contention

  • Unfinished business: Legislators supporting bills still in committee or awaiting votes may oppose adjournment as premature closure of the session
  • Political timing: Opponents may view early adjournment as a strategic move to prevent certain bills from receiving votes, rather than a genuine completion of necessary work
  • Stakeholder concerns: Interest groups and constituents with pending legislation may object to losing their window of opportunity in the current session

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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