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HR 887

CONGRATS-PHIL ARNOLD

104th Regular Session Introduced by Natalie Manley

A ceremonial House Resolution honors Chief Phil Arnold for his leadership and announces public recognition of his receipt of the ILACP Police Chief of the Year Award.

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Bill Summary · HR 887

Summary of HR0887 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Purpose

  • To congratulate Chief Phil Arnold of the Shorewood Police Department for being named the 2026 Police Chief of the Year by the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police (ILACP).

Key Provisions and Provisions Change

  • A House Resolution commemorates and honors Chief Phil Arnold for his career and achievements.
  • The resolution recounts Arnold’s extensive law enforcement background, including:
    • Career start with the Harvey Police Department in 1986
    • Service as a sergeant with East Hazel Crest Police Department
    • Roles as a commander in Harvey and chief of police for the Thornton Police Department (1999)
    • Positions as deputy police chief for Amtrak and as a chief of police in Wilmington
    • Becoming the fourth police chief in Shorewood’s history
  • The resolution notes the ILACP Police Chief of the Year Award (established in 2015) and its significance as an honor recognizing contributions to communities, departments, the law enforcement profession, and the association.
  • The formal recognition includes attendance and honors at the ILACP Awards Banquet on May 1, 2026, in Springfield.

Individuals and Jurisdictions Affected

  • Primary: Chief Phil Arnold and the Shorewood Police Department
  • Indirectly: The Illinois law enforcement community and residents of Shorewood, who benefit from recognition of leadership excellence
  • The measure is an official recognition by the Illinois House of Representatives and has no fiscal or regulatory impact beyond ceremonial acknowledgment.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Filed with the Clerk on May 11, 2026 by Rep. Natalie A. Manley (co-sponsor).
  • The resolution designates a ceremonial honor and directs that a copy be presented to Chief Arnold as an expression of esteem and respect.
  • No proposed changes to law, budgets, or programs; the action is a commemorative resolution.

Practical Impact

  • Public acknowledgment and ceremonial tribute for Chief Arnold’s achievements.
  • Enhances public visibility of professional law enforcement leadership within Illinois.
  • Serves as a formal record of appreciation within state government.

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