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SR 132

MEMORIAL-RAYMOND D. CRAIG

104th Regular Session Introduced by Neil Anderson

Illinois legislature formally honors Raymond D. Craig through a ceremonial memorial resolution with unanimous adoption and broad co-sponsorship support.

Resolution Adopted
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Bill Summary · SR 132

Legislative bill overview

Senate Resolution 132 is a memorial resolution honoring Raymond D. Craig in Illinois. As a memorial resolution, it does not create new law or policy but formally recognizes and commemorates an individual through legislative action.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve an important civic function by officially recognizing contributions, achievements, or the passing of notable individuals. They create a formal legislative record of acknowledgment and allow the state to honor those deemed worthy of such recognition.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The resolution itself provides no details about Raymond D. Craig's accomplishments or reasons for this honor, making it impossible to assess whether the commemoration is widely supported or controversial
  • Process efficiency: The rapid unanimous adoption (filed, assigned to consent calendar, and adopted within one day) suggests minimal deliberation, though this is standard for memorial resolutions
  • Precedent questions: Without knowing Craig's background, it's unclear whether this memorial follows established criteria or represents a departure in who receives such honors

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

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