MEMORIAL-OFELIA TORRES HIDALGO

104th Regular Session Introduced by Graciela Guzmán

The bill formally honors Ofelia Torres Hidalgo for her community contributions; it is ceremonial with no fiscal or legal changes.

Resolution Adopted

Summary of SR 624 (104th Illinois General Assembly) — Memorial for Ofelia Torres Hidalgo

Purpose and intent

SR 624 is a memorial resolution recognizing and honoring Ofelia Torres Hidalgo. Memorial resolutions in the Illinois Senate typically acknowledge the life, contributions, and significance of an individual for their impact on the community or state.

The resolution serves as a formal expression of respect and remembrance by the Senate, often including a brief description of the individual's background and noteworthy achievements or service.

Key provisions and changes

Declaration of recognition: The resolution publicly commemorates Ofelia Torres Hidalgo and acknowledges her importance to the community or to specific constituencies in Illinois.

Statements of impact: The text typically highlights personal, civic, educational, religious, or cultural contributions, and may reference roles such as community leadership, service to institutions, or advocacy.

No legislative changes: As a memorial resolution, SR 624 does not create laws, fiscal obligations, or regulatory reforms. It serves a ceremonial and honorary purpose only.

Who or what is affected

The primary subject: Ofelia Torres Hidalgo (the individual memorialized).

The broader constituency: Communities, organizations, or groups connected to Hidalgo who are recognized in the memorial, such as family, friends, colleagues, or local organizations.

Legislative body: The Illinois Senate, which adopts the memorial to formally honor the individual.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and adoption: As a Senate memorial, SR 624 will be introduced, referred to appropriate committee(s) as determined by Senate rules, potentially read on subsequent days, debated, and ultimately adopted by the Illinois Senate.

Effect: Upon adoption, the resolution becomes part of the official record, often accompanied by a commemorative statement and may be transmitted to Hidalgo’s family or community.

Fiscal impact: Memorial resolutions generally have no fiscal impact or budgetary requirements.

Notes

This summary reflects typical content and structure of a memorial resolution in the Illinois Senate. Specific language of SR 624 may provide additional biographical details, dates, or affiliations related to Ofelia Torres Hidalgo.

The co-sponsor listed is Graciela Guzmán, indicating cross-party or collaborative support within the Senate for recognizing Hidalgo.