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SR 714

MEMORIAL-JOSEPH C. PILAND

104th Regular Session Introduced by Chapin Rose

Memorial recognizing Joseph Chaly Piland’s leadership in education and Freemasonry, offering condolences and acknowledging his life and contributions.

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Bill Summary · SR 714

Summary of Senate Resolution SR0714 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Note: This is a memorial resolution honoring an individual, not a bill proposing new laws or statutory changes.

1. Purpose and Intent

  • SR0714 is a Senate memorial resolution recognizing and mourning the life and contributions of Joseph Chaly Piland, Ed.D.
  • The resolution expresses condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues and provides a formal acknowledgment of his service and life achievements.

2. Key Provisions and Content

  • Statements of biographical background and career:
    • Birth: May 13, 1933, in Crossville.
    • Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Southern Illinois University; Doctor of Education from Illinois State University.
    • Military service: Served as a first lieutenant in the United States Air Force; participated in ROTC at SIU.
    • Professional career in education:
    • School principal in Rantoul.
    • First president of Lincoln Trail College (Robinson).
    • President of Highland Community College (Freeport) starting in 1980.
    • Fraternal and community involvement:
    • Active Freemason with affiliations including Masonic Lodge of Norris City, May Lodge No. 718, and later roles such as Worshipful Master of Krum Masonic Lodge No. 1453 in Krum, Texas (2018–2019).
    • Earned the Golden Trowel Award for distinguished service in 2023.
    • Affiliated with Illinois, Texas Masonic bodies (Scottish Rite, York Rite, Shrine).
    • Personal life: Married twice (E. Jo Anne Piland predeceased; later married Maxine Piland); pride in grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
  • Condolences and sympathy:
    • The resolution extends sincere condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew him.
    • Acknowledges his accomplishments and service to education, fraternal organizations, and the community.
  • Formal action:
    • Resolution to be presented as an expression of deepest sympathy.
    • A copy to be provided to the Piland family.

3. Who or What Would Be Affected

  • The immediate beneficiaries are the family and friends of Joseph Chaly Piland.
  • The Illinois Senate and state government would officially recognize his life and contributions through the memorial resolution.
  • No legislative changes, funding, or policy shifts are envisaged by this memorial; its effect is ceremonial and commemorative.

4. Procedural and Timeline Highlights

  • Introduction and sponsorship:
    • Co-sponsor: Senator Chapin Rose.
    • Co-sponsored by all senators (as of the action history).
  • Action history:
    • Filed with the Secretary on April 10, 2026.
    • Referred to the Resolutions Consent Calendar on April 10, 2026.
    • Adopted by the Senate on April 16, 2026.
  • This memorial does not create enforceable policy; it serves to honor and remember Joseph Piland.

5. Notable Details

  • The bill is identified as SR0714 in the 104th General Assembly of Illinois.
  • The resolution emphasizes Piland’s leadership roles in higher education administration and his extensive involvement in Freemasonry across multiple jurisdictions.
  • This is a commemorative document rather than a statute with fiscal or regulatory impact.

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

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