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SR 709

MEMORIAL-LAWRENCE K. TUMULTY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Steve McClure

The bill is a ceremonial resolution expressing the Illinois Senate’s sympathy and honoring the life and public service of Lawrence K. Tumulty.

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Bill Summary · SR 709

Summary of Bill SR709 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Purpose

  • SR709 is a Senate Resolution honoring and mourning the death of Lawrence K. "Larry" Tumulty. It serves as a formal expression of sympathy from the Illinois Senate to Tumulty’s family and friends.

Key Provisions

  • Declares the Illinois Senate’s sadness at Tumulty’s passing (February 22, 2026).

  • Provides a brief biographical overview of Tumulty, including:

    • Birth: May 22, 1935, in Springfield.
    • Military service: U.S. Army, Korea, 1955–1957.
    • Family: Married Beverly J. Runkels on October 23, 1965.
    • Law enforcement career: Springfield Police Department (1962–1987), retiring as a detective after 25 years.
    • Post-retirement roles: Chief of security at CWLP (City Water, Light, and Power); later worked as a doorman for the Senate at the State Capitol.
    • Personal interests: Illini and St. Louis Cardinals fan; enjoyed casinos and destination gambling trips; known for a sweet tooth and compassion for animals.

  • Describes Tumulty’s family and survivors:

    • Wife: Bev Tumulty
    • Children: Brad (Diana) Skinner, Kelly (Neal) Tisdale, Jennifer (Steve) Hesson
    • Grandchildren: Morgan (Michael) Kilberg, Mitchell (Avery) Wendling, Matthew (Emily) Wendling, Nathan Hesson, Ella Hesson
    • Other relatives: Several nieces, nephews, and cousins

  • Conveys the Senate’s condolences to the family, friends, and all who knew him.

  • Directs that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to Tumulty’s family as an expression of deepest sympathy.

Who or What is Affected

  • The resolution recognizes and honors the life of Lawrence K. Tumulty and will be presented to his family. It does not enact policy or impose duties beyond ceremonial recognition.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsorship:
    • Co-sponsor: Senator Steve McClure
  • Action history:
    • Filed with Secretary: April 10, 2026
    • Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar: April 10, 2026
    • Adopted: April 16, 2026
  • The resolution is a ceremonial matter rather than substantive legislation.

Note on Purpose and Impact

  • SR709 serves to memorialize an Illinois resident with a distinguished public service background (police detective, security chief) and to publicly acknowledge his contributions and family impact. It is a customary gesture of sympathy from the Illinois Senate and does not alter laws or programs.

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

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