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AM 1030555

APPOINT-JAMES PATRICK KOLAR

104th Regular Session Introduced by Laura Murphy

Illinois Senate withdrew James Patrick Kolar's appointment message after the legislative session ended without holding a confirmation vote.

Withdrawn Pursuant Rule 10-2 (f)
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Bill Summary · AM 1030555

Legislative bill overview

This is an appointment message for James Patrick Kolar submitted by Senator Laura Murphy to the Illinois Senate. The appointment was carried over from the previous legislative session but was ultimately withdrawn on January 23, 2025, due to the end of the 103rd General Assembly's session (Sine Die), following Senate Rule 10-2(f) which requires certain items to be withdrawn when a session ends.

Why is this important

Appointment confirmations are how states fill executive positions, boards, and commissions. The withdrawal means this particular appointment did not receive a confirmation vote and the position remains unfilled, requiring resubmission in the current legislative session if the appointment is still desired.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public information about what specific position Kolar was being appointed to or his qualifications
  • The appointment's withdrawal due to procedural timing rather than substantive rejection, suggesting potential legislative inefficiency
  • No record of Senate committee action or debate on the appointment before withdrawal

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