COMMEND-PHI BETA/ZETA PHI

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mike Crawford and 1 co-sponsor

The bill would formally commend and recognize the PHI BETA/ZETA PHI organization for its community contributions.

Resolution Adopted

Overview

This summary covers Illinois House Bill HR 851 from the 104th General Assembly, titled COMMEND-PHI BETA/ZETA PHI. The bill lists Mike Crawford and La Shawn Ford as co-sponsors. The available information does not include the full text of the measure, so the summary focuses on typical legislative elements implied by the title and sponsor context, and what such a bill would generally address in Illinois.

Main purpose and intent

The bill appears to recognize, commend, or honor a specific organization or group referred to as “PHI BETA/ZETA PHI” (likely a Greek-letter organization, such as a fraternity or sorority).

The central intent is to formally acknowledge the achievements or contributions of this organization to the community, state, or a particular field, and to designate a day, resolution, or formal expression of appreciation within the Illinois General Assembly.

Key provisions and changes (typical for commendation bills)

Official designation: The bill would likely authorize the Illinois General Assembly to commend PHI BETA/ZETA PHI with a formal resolution.

Statements of acknowledgment: The resolution would outline the organization’s mission, service activities, achievements, and positive impact on members and the broader community.

Honoree details: The measure would specify the organization’s full name, chapters, and notable programs or milestones relevant to Illinois residents.

No fiscal impact: Most commendation and recognition resolutions do not create new government programs or funding obligations; they typically have no direct cost to the state.

Who or what would be affected

The primary beneficiaries are the members and leadership of PHI BETA/ZETA PHI, and potentially the local chapters and university communities associated with the organization.

The broader Illinois community may be affected by the public acknowledgment of volunteer efforts, service projects, scholarships, mentorship programs, or public service initiatives led by the organization.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and sponsorship: The bill has two listed Senate co-sponsors (Mike Crawford and La Shawn Ford) as sponsors in the House, indicating formal support from members of the Illinois General Assembly.

Legislative process: As a House bill, HR 851 would need to pass the Illinois House of Representatives, then move to the Senate for concurrence or amendment, and finally be presented to the Governor for signature or veto.

No specific fiscal or policy changes: Given the nature of commendation resolutions, the bill would typically proceed without creating statutory changes, appropriations, or regulatory mandates.

Notes

The title “COMMEND-PHI BETA/ZETA PHI” strongly suggests a ceremonial recognition rather than substantive policy changes.

For precise details on the exact language, scope, and any dates or particular expressions of commendation, the full text of HR 851 would need to be reviewed in the Illinois General Assembly’s official bill repository.