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HR 914

MEMORIAL-PAUL E. HARTMAN

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie

The bill is a non-binding House Resolution honoring and expressing condolences for Paul Eugene Hartman’s life, public service, and community contributions.

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Bill Summary · HR 914

Overview

  • Bill: HR0914
  • Session/Jurisdiction: Illinois, 104th General Assembly
  • Type: House Resolution (non-binding)
  • Primary purpose: Honor and memorialize Paul Eugene Hartman (Savanna, Illinois) upon his death, and express condolences to his family and community.

Main purpose and intent

  • The resolution publicly mourns the passing of Paul Eugene Hartman, recognizes his life and service, and extends sincere condolences from the Illinois House of Representatives.
  • It serves as a formal expression of respect and remembrance from the state legislature.

Key provisions and changes

  • Declares the death of Paul Eugene Hartman (born May 8, 1937; died May 14, 2026) and provides a biographical summary of his life and service.
  • Highlights Mr. Hartman’s:
    • Military service as a seaman in the United States Navy for four years.
    • 46 years of public service in Savanna, Illinois, in the Public Works Department.
    • Community involvement through multiple civic organizations (Rotary Club of Savanna, Lions Club, local Chamber of Commerce, Local Redevelopment Authority, American Legion, Carroll County Housing Authority, Train Car Museum).
    • Roles as city clerk and member of the Carroll County Board.
    • Personal interests (woodworking, computing, photography, reading) and emphasis on family, including grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
  • Expresses the House’s condolences to Hartman’s family, friends, and community.
  • Directs that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to the Hartman family as an expression of deep sympathy.

Who/what is affected

  • Individual: Paul Eugene Hartman (deceased) and his immediate family.
  • Community impact: Savanna, Carroll County, and associated civic organizations listed in the resolution (recognition of his community service and leadership).

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Type of measure: Non-binding ceremonial resolution.
  • Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Tony McCombie.
  • Legislative effect: Not a law or policy change; it is a formal commemorative act by the Illinois House of Representatives.
  • No fiscal impact or implementation requirements; primarily symbolic and ceremonial.

Additional context

  • The resolution functions as an official public tribute, documenting the legislature’s recognition of Mr. Hartman’s contributions to local government, civic life, and family.

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

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