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HR 118

CONDEMNS-JAN 6 PARDONS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Carol Ammons and 45 co-sponsors

Illinois House resolution symbolically condemns federal pardons of January 6 Capitol breach participants, expressing legislative opposition without legal effect.

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin
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Bill Summary · HR 118

Legislative bill overview

HR 118 is a symbolic resolution introduced in the Illinois House that condemns the pardoning of individuals convicted in connection with the January 6, 2021 Capitol breach. The bill expresses legislative opposition to these federal pardons through a formal state-level resolution. As a resolution rather than legislation, it carries no binding legal force but serves as an official statement of the chamber's position.

Why is this important

This bill reflects the ongoing political polarization surrounding January 6th and presidential pardon authority. It signals how state legislatures are responding to federal executive actions, and demonstrates the continued salience of the Capitol breach as a legislative priority. The resolution's passage or failure will indicate the current political alignment within the Illinois House on this contentious issue.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal versus state authority: Critics may argue that state legislatures condemning federal pardon decisions exceed their proper constitutional role and infringe on executive prerogative
  • Symbolic versus substantive value: Opponents may question whether non-binding resolutions constitute meaningful action or represent performative politics diverting resources from tangible policy work
  • Partisan division: Support and opposition will likely align closely with partisan affiliation and differing views on January 6th severity, pardon justification, and executive clemency principles

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

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