MEMORIAL-JOE I. CONOVER

104th Regular Session Introduced by Jil Tracy

The bill creates a ceremonial memorial in the Illinois Senate honoring Joe I. Conover, recognizing his life and public service without creating policy or obligations.

Resolution Adopted

Summary of SR 727 (104th Session, Illinois) — MEMORIAL-JOE I. CONOVER

Purpose and intent

SR 727 is a memorial resolution in the Illinois Senate. Memorial resolutions recognize the life, public service, and contributions of an individual. In this case, the resolution honors Joe I. Conover.

As a memorial, its primary function is to acknowledge and commemorate the deceased individual and to express condolences or respect on behalf of the Senate. It does not enact policy or create enforceable obligations.

Key provisions and changes

Recognition: The resolution formally acknowledges Joe I. Conover and outlines notable aspects of his life, career, community involvement, and achievements as deemed appropriate by the sponsors.

Statements of esteem: The memorial typically includes statements about his character, public service, impact on the community, and any roles or positions held.

Sponsorship and co-sponsorship: The resolution lists sponsors and co-sponsors (in this case, co-sponsor Jil Tracy), indicating bi-partisan or cross-party support for the tribute.

Procedural elements: As a memorial, it follows the standard Senate process for presenting, debating (often minimal or non-substantive debate), and adopting a ceremonial resolution. It does not require committee action beyond standard procedural steps and may be brought to the floor for a vote to adopt.

Who or what is affected

Individuals: Joe I. Conover is the primary subject of the memorial.

Legislative body: The Illinois Senate contributes to its formal record of tributes honoring notable residents or figures.

Public record: The resolution becomes part of the official records and may be published in the journal or compiled memorialized tributes.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction: The resolution is introduced by sponsors (including co-sponsor Jil Tracy).

Consideration: It proceeds through the Senate’s standard recognition process, typically without extensive debate.

Adoption: The Senate votes to adopt the memorial; upon passage, the resolution is officially recorded and may be delivered to family or publicize the tribute.

Effective date: As a memorial, it becomes part of the legislative record once adopted; there are no policyEffective dates or implementation timelines associated with substantive actions.

Notes

This bill is ceremonial in nature and does not create or alter laws, budgets, or regulatory requirements.

For more precise biographical details about Joe I. Conover (e.g., life dates, specific contributions), the text of the memorial and accompanying sponsor remarks would provide the exact language and enumerated accomplishments.