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SR 685

CONGRATS-RUTH P. D. BUEHRER

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mary Edly-Allen

The bill is a ceremonial Senate Resolution recognizing Ruth Perejda Deram Buehrer on her 100th birthday and celebrating her lifelong community service.

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Bill Summary · SR 685

Summary: SR685 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

1) Purpose and Intent

  • SR685 is a Senate Resolution recognizing and congratulating Ruth Perejda Deram Buehrer on the occasion of her 100th birthday (January 16, 2026).
  • The resolution serves as a formal expression of esteem and respect from the Illinois Senate for Ruth Buehrer’s life, contributions, and long-standing community involvement.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

  • The text provides a biographical portrait of Ruth Buehrer, highlighting:
    • Birth: January 16, 1926; lifelong resident of Libertyville.
    • Early life activities: majorette at Libertyville High School (now Libertyville High School); one of the first female drum majors.
    • Occupations: AT&T switchboard operator; secretary for Lakeco/North Shore Sign; church sexton; real estate work.
    • Civic engagement: ran for mayor of Libertyville in 1973; long-time volunteer with Lambs Farm, Libertyville Historical Society, Lions Club, Lakeside Cemetery Board and Veterans Memorial.
    • American Legion Auxiliary: member for 70 years, served as president for 20 years.
    • Community activities: played Mrs. Santa for 18 years at MainStreet Libertyville holiday events; dog and animal lover; bowler (founded the ladies’ Majorettes bowling league; 60+ years of bowling).
    • Religion: longtime member of St. Lawrence Episcopal Church (over 75 years).
    • Family: matriarch of a large family, with four children (Phyllis, Kathy who is deceased, Michele, James), 14 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 14 great-great-grandchildren; later married Richard Buehrer (deceased).
  • The resolution does not enact policy changes or funding; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment.

3) Who/What is Affected

  • Primary audience: Ruth Perejda Deram Buehrer (the individual being honored) and the broader Libertyville community.
  • Indirectly, it recognizes and publicizes her life achievements to constituents and the general public.
  • No legal, fiscal, or regulatory impact on government operations or programs.

4) Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Status: Adopted by the Illinois Senate on April 16, 2026.
  • Appointments/Process:
    • Initially filed and referred to assignments (March 24, 2026).
    • Referred to Congratulatory Consent Calendar (April 14, 2026).
    • Adopted as a Senate Resolution (April 16, 2026).
  • Sponsor: Co-sponsored by Senator Mary Edly-Allen.

5) Notable Details

  • The resolution includes a detailed biographical narrative intended to celebrate a century of life and service.
  • It is a ceremonial gesture typical of a “congrats” resolution rather than a substantive policy measure.

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

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