MEMORIAL-JOAN K. CULLY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Doris Turner

SR 641 is a non-binding memorial tribute recognizing and honoring Joan K. Cully, without enacting laws or policy changes.

Resolution Adopted

Summary of SR 641 (104th Illinois General Assembly)

Title

MEMORIAL-JOAN K. CULLY

Purpose and intent

SR 641 is a memorial resolution. Memorial resolutions in the Illinois Senate typically recognize, honor, or pay tribute to a notable individual and acknowledge their contributions, life, and impact. This particular memorial honors Joan K. Cully. As a memorial, it does not enact laws or create new policies; instead, it serves to publicly acknowledge and commend the individual’s legacy and may express condolences, appreciation, or recognition on behalf of the Senate.

Key provisions and changes

Nature of measure: Non-binding tribute (memorial resolution) rather than a legislative statute.

Content typically included:

A biographical overview of Joan K. Cully.
Summary of notable achievements, service, or impact on the community, state, or field relevant to the honoree.
Expressions of sympathy or gratitude from the Senate.
Possibly a statement of the Senate’s intent to honor her memory in the appropriate ceremonies or public remembrances.

Sponsorship:

Primary sponsor: not specified in the provided information.
Co-sponsor: Doris Turner.

Procedural status: As a memorial resolution, it would be introduced, read, and potentially referred to a Senate committee for consideration, then brought to the Senate floor for a vote. Passage typically reflects formal recognition rather than policy changes.

Who or what would be affected

Individual: Joan K. Cully receives formal recognition from the Illinois Senate.

Public/constituents: The acknowledgement may be shared in official Senate records and communications; may be noted in press releases or memorial events organized by the Senate.

Institutions/community: Depending on the content, it may reflect or highlight the institutions, organizations, or communities with which Joan K. Cully was associated.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Legislative process: As a memorial resolution, it follows standard Senate introduction and adoption procedures for non-binding resolutions. It would typically be assigned to a committee, considered, and then brought to the floor for a vote.

Effective date: Memorial resolutions do not create enforceable rights or obligations and do not have operative timelines beyond their presentation and potential adoption in the legislative record.

Amendments: Possible amendments could modify the memorial’s text or add sponsors, subject to Senate rules.

Note

This summary focuses on the general nature and typical content of memorial resolutions in the Illinois Senate. For precise language, dates of introduction, committee assignment, and final disposition, refer to the official Senate Bill/Resolution text and legislative history for SR 641 in the 104th General Assembly.