APPOINT-MARK CHARLES CHATHAM

104th Regular Session Introduced by Laura Murphy

The bill designates Mark Charles Chatham for a state appointment and begins the Senate Executive Appointments review for confirmation.

Assigned to Executive Appointments

Bill Summary: AM 1040486 (Illinois, 104th Session)

Purpose and intent

This amendment seeks to appoint Mark Charles Chatham to a specified Illinois state position. The bill is submitted as a formal gubernatorial/legislative appointment, moving through the Executive Appointments process.

Key provisions and changes

Appointment: Designates Mark Charles Chatham for a particular appointed role within the state government. The specific title of the position is not listed in the provided materials, but the bill’s action is to authorize and confirm the appointment.

Confirmation/Advancement: The bill indicates transmission to and assignment within the Senate’s Executive Appointments committee, suggesting a formal confirmation or advisory process typical for executive appointments in Illinois.

Sponsor involvement: Co-sponsored by Senator Laura Murphy, who supports advancing the appointment through the standard committee and confirmation workflow.

Affected parties and entities

Appointee: Mark Charles Chatham would assume the duties of the specified appointed role upon successful confirmation.

State government and agencies: Depending on the exact position, various agencies or departments under Illinois state government would be impacted through leadership or governance tied to this appointment.

Legislative process: The bill engages the Senate’s Executive Appointments pathway; it will be considered by the Executive Appointments committee and potentially by the full Senate for confirmation.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction/Action: The bill was received by the Senate on May 12, 2026, and immediately assigned to the Executive Appointments committee.

Next steps: The committee typically conducts a hearing, questions the appointee, and votes to report favorably, unfavorably, or without recommendation to the full Senate. The full Senate would then vote to confirm or deny the appointment.

Timing uncertainty: The exact timeline depends on committee scheduling, potential inquiries, and the broader legislative calendar for the 104th Session.

Notes

The available information is limited to the action history and sponsor details. The bill’s final impact hinges on the identity of the appointment’s office, the appointee’s qualifications, and the committee’s review and Senate vote.

If you need, I can incorporate the specific title of the appointed position and any background information on Mark Charles Chatham to provide a fuller, more detailed summary.