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SR 838

MEMORIAL-JOANNE M. WATKINS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mattie Hunter

The bill memorializes Jeanne M. Watkins for her contributions, recognizing her impact without imposing any new duties or financial obligations.

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Bill Summary · SR 838

Summary of SR 838 (Illinois, 104th Session)

Purpose and intent

  • SR 838 is a memorial resolution recognizing and honoring the life and contributions of Jeanne M. Watkins (the title indicates recognition of Jeanne M. Watkins).
  • The measure is a memorial, typically aiming to acknowledge the individual’s public service, impact, or significance to the state or community, rather than to enact new law or create fiscal obligations.

Key provisions and changes

  • The resolution serves to publicly memorialize Jeanne M. Watkins, asserting appreciation for her contributions and legacy.
  • It identifies personal or professional achievements and may outline the circumstances of her life, work, and influence.
  • As a memorial resolution, it does not impose new mandates, appropriations, or regulatory changes. It is a commemorative statement adopted by the Illinois Senate.

Affected entities and scope

  • Primary effect is symbolic recognition within the Illinois Senate for Jeanne M. Watkins.
  • May be read or entered into the official record, disseminated to relevant families or communities, and used in legislative or ceremonial contexts.
  • No direct impact on state programs, budgets, or statutory requirements is expected.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • As a Senate memorial resolution, SR 838 would follow standard legislative procedures for resolutions:
    • Introduction by sponsor(s) (Co-sponsor: Mattie Hunter is listed).
    • Consideration and debate in committee or on the Senate floor as designated.
    • Adoption by a majority vote of the Illinois Senate.
  • There are no fiscal implications or required implementation timelines typically associated with memorials; the primary timeline relates to the legislative process for its passage and any formal readings or distribution.

Notable details

  • Sponsor: Chief sponsor is not explicitly stated beyond the presence of a co-sponsor (Mattie Hunter).
  • Jurisdiction: Illinois Senate, 104th Session.
  • Title indicates memorializing Jeanne M. Watkins, consistent with common Senate practice to honor notable individuals posthumously or for significant community impact.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to include any available biographical details about Jeanne M. Watkins or provide context on how similar memorial resolutions function within Illinois legislature.

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

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