CONGRATS-BOB SEHRING

104th Regular Session Introduced by Jehan Gordon-Booth and 2 co-sponsors

Ceremonial resolution recognizing Bob Sehring for notable community contributions; acknowledges achievements with no regulatory or fiscal impact.

Resolution Adopted

Bill Overview

Bill: HR 655

Session/Jurisdiction: 104th Illinois General Assembly

Title: CONGRATS-BOB SEHRING

Sponsors:

Primary sponsor: (not specified)
Co-sponsors: Ryan Spain, Travis Weaver, Jehan Gordon-Booth

Note: The available information identifies the bill’s title and listed co-sponsors but does not provide details on the bill’s text, purpose, or enacted provisions. The following summary reflects what can be inferred from the bill’s title and typical legislative practice for a “CONGRATS-” type resolution.

Purpose and Intent

The designation “CONGRATS-BOB SEHRING” suggests the bill is a ceremonial or congratulatory resolution recognizing an individual named Bob Sehring.

Such resolutions typically aim to acknowledge notable achievements, community service, or significant milestones of a local or state figure, and are primarily symbolic in nature.

Key Provisions and Changes

Ceremonial Recognition: The bill would likely authorize a formal statement of recognition within the journal or records of the Illinois General Assembly, congratulating Bob Sehring.

No Regulatory or Fiscal Impact: Ceremonial resolutions generally do not establish new laws, impose regulatory requirements, or create ongoing government programs. They are typically non-binding.

Content of Recognition: The resolution usually includes a brief biographical note, highlights of achievements, and the reasons for the commendation, sometimes noting dates, positions held, or community contributions.

Affected Parties

Primary: The individual being recognized (Bob Sehring) and their family, colleagues, and community.

Legislative Record: The Illinois General Assembly’s official records and archives will include the resolution.

Public Audiences: Readers of the Illinois General Assembly journal and supporters or constituents who are notified of the commendation.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

Passage: As a ceremonial resolution, approval generally requires adoption by both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly and the governor’s signature only if specified; many such resolutions are adopted by one chamber or both as a matter of routine.

Voting: Typically non-controversial; however, standard legislative process applies (committee referral, floor consideration, potential amendments).

Effective Date: Ceremonial resolutions become part of the legislative record upon passage; there is usually no separate effective date beyond official adoption.

Public Availability: Once enacted, the resolution is published in the official state journals and may be posted on the General Assembly’s website.

Notes for Review

If available, reviewing the full text of HR 655 would confirm:

The precise language of the congratulatory statement.
Any biographical details included about Bob Sehring.
The specific date of adoption and any remarks accompanying the resolution.

If the bill includes ancillary declarations (e.g., requests for the governor to issue an official commendation), those would be explicitly stated in the text.

If you can provide the full bill text or a link to the official record, I can update this summary with exact language, dates, and any additional substantive details.