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SR 146

MEMORIAL-JAMES GOSHORN

104th Regular Session Introduced by Adriane Johnson

Illinois Senate unanimously adopts memorial resolution honoring James Goshorn through ceremonial recognition in state legislative record.

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Bill Summary · SR 146

Legislative bill overview

SR 146 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Illinois Senate that honors James Goshorn. Memorials are ceremonial measures that commemorate individuals, events, or causes without creating new law or appropriating funds. The resolution was adopted on March 6, 2025, following rapid passage through the consent calendar.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official public recognition by the state legislature. While non-binding and symbolic in nature, they create a formal legislative record honoring the person or cause and may be preserved in state archives. In this case, the measure received co-sponsorship from all senators, indicating unanimous support.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited information available: The bill summary does not specify why James Goshorn is being memorialized or what accomplishments or service warranted this recognition, making it difficult to assess if the honor was broadly appropriate
  • Consent calendar process: The rapid movement through the consent calendar means minimal floor debate occurred, which some view as appropriate for non-controversial tributes while others prefer more deliberative consideration
  • Resource allocation: Some fiscal conservatives question whether legislative time spent on memorials (even symbolic ones) represents the best use of the legislature's schedule

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

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