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SR 119

MEMORIAL-JONATHAN JACKSON SR

104th Regular Session Introduced by Adriane Johnson

Illinois Senate adopts memorial resolution honoring Jonathan Jackson Sr. with broad legislative support and official state recognition.

Resolution Adopted
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Bill Summary · SR 119

Legislative bill overview

SR 119 is a memorial resolution honoring Jonathan Jackson Sr., a notable figure in Illinois. The resolution was adopted by the Illinois Senate in February 2025 and designates official recognition of Jackson's contributions and legacy.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official legislative acknowledgment of individuals' achievements and impact on their communities or state. They create a formal public record honoring the person's life and work, which can preserve historical recognition for future generations and provide families with official state recognition.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available details - Without access to the resolution's full text, it's unclear what specific accomplishments or roles Jonathan Jackson Sr. held, making it difficult to independently verify the basis for the memorial
  • Resource allocation question - Some may question whether legislative time should be devoted to memorials versus substantive policy matters, though resolutions typically require minimal time
  • Broad co-sponsorship - The rapid adoption and all-senator co-sponsorship suggests high consensus, though the reasoning behind unanimous support isn't evident from available records

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

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