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HR 627

MEMORIAL-LAQUINDA R. CARR

104th Regular Session Introduced by Joyce Mason

Illinois legislature formally honors the life and memory of LaQuinda R. Carr through ceremonial resolution with no legal or budgetary effect.

Resolution Adopted
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Bill Summary · HR 627

Legislative bill overview

HR 627 is a memorial resolution honoring the life and legacy of LaQuinda R. Carr. The resolution was introduced by Illinois Representative Joyce Mason and was adopted by the legislature in February 2026. Memorial resolutions are ceremonial measures that do not carry legal force or fiscal implications.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve to formally recognize and honor individuals' contributions to their communities and the state. While non-binding, they represent official legislative acknowledgment of a person's impact and provide a documented tribute that becomes part of the state's legislative record.

Potential points of contention

  • Memorial resolutions are purely ceremonial and do not address any substantive policy issues or allocate resources
  • Limited public information available about LaQuinda R. Carr's specific achievements or why legislative recognition was warranted
  • Some may view memorial resolutions as legislative time spent on non-binding matters rather than substantive lawmaking

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

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