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SR 324

MEMORIAL-ALMA L. BUHNERKEMPE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Steve McClure and 1 co-sponsor

Ceremonial resolution commends Denmark and its Georgia Honorary Consul and mourns Alma Lee Buhnerkempe, symbolically promoting Georgia–Denmark relations and offering condolences.

Resolution Adopted
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Bill Summary · SR 324

Summary — Senate Resolution 324 (SR 324)

Status: Resolution Adopted
Introduced: March 21, 2025
Classification: Resolution (memorial / commendation)

Main purpose and intent

SR 324 is a non‑binding, ceremonial resolution that contains honorific language in two distinct parts: (1) it honors and commends the Kingdom of Denmark and the Kingdom’s Honorary Consul in Georgia, Christopher N. Smith (Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog, 1st Class), and encourages expanded collaboration between the State of Georgia and Denmark; and (2) it is a memorial resolution adopted by the Illinois Senate mourning the death of Alma Lee Buhnerkempe and extending condolences to her family and community.

Key provisions / text highlights

  • Denmark / Honorary Consul portion (Georgia Senate text):

    • Notes the longstanding diplomatic relationship between the United States and Denmark (since 1801) and that the Royal Danish Consulate in Georgia was established in 1802.
    • Highlights Denmark as a NATO founding member and a long‑time U.S. ally.
    • States the Denmark–Georgia economic relationship supports over 4,200 jobs in Georgia and that more than 60 Danish companies have offices in the state; Georgia ranks sixth in U.S. exports to Denmark.
    • Expresses the Senate’s desire to encourage greater collaboration and exchanges in economic development, trade, scientific research, education, medicine, biotechnology, agriculture, financial technology, and cultural exchanges.
    • Commends Christopher N. Smith, Honorary Consul of Denmark in Georgia, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to him.

  • Memorial portion (Illinois Senate text):

    • Mourns the passing of Alma Lee Buhnerkempe of Chatham (died April 28, 2025), gives biographical details (born July 10, 2017), and recalls her interests (art, piano, dance, gymnastics, Girl Scouts, sports fandom).
    • Lists surviving family members and expresses condolences; directs that an appropriate copy be presented to her family.

Who is affected / impacted

  • Directly affected: ceremonial recognition for the Kingdom of Denmark and Honorary Consul Christopher N. Smith; grieving family, friends, and community of Alma Lee Buhnerkempe.
  • Broad impact: symbolic promotion of Georgia–Denmark relations (economic, scientific, cultural) and formal expression of sympathy by the Illinois Senate. The resolution imposes no legal or fiscal obligations.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Legislative actions recorded (as provided): received by Secretary of the Senate 2025‑03‑21; read and adopted 2025‑03‑25 (vote recorded and reported enrolled same day). Additional entries show filing with Secretary and co‑sponsor activity on May 20–22, 2025 (including addition of Sen. Steve McClure as chief co‑sponsor and listing “Co‑Sponsor All Senators” / referral to Resolutions Consent Calendar). The resolution is listed as “Read & Adopted” and “Resolution Adopted.”

Effect

SR 324 is a ceremonial resolution that conveys formal honor, commendation, and condolence. It creates no statutory changes, appropriations, or legally enforceable obligations; its effect is symbolic and communicative.

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

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