MEMORIAL-RAYMOND SCHEITER JR.

104th Regular Session Introduced by Jil Tracy

SR 680 memorializes and honors Raymond Scheiter Jr., recognizing his life and contributions without creating laws, funds, or regulatory obligations.

Resolution Adopted

Summary of SR 680 (104th Illinois General Assembly)

Purpose and intent

SR 680 is a memorial resolution in the Illinois Senate. Its primary purpose is to recognize and honor an individual named Raymond Scheiter Jr. The resolution serves as an expression of sentiment and tribute from the Legislature rather than establishing new law or policy.

Co-sponsor: Senator Jil Tracy is listed as a co-sponsor, indicating bipartisan or additional legislative support for the memorial designation.

Key provisions and changes

Nature of measure: Memorial resolutions typically acknowledge the achievements, service, or impact of a named person and may highlight contributions to the community, state, or nation. They do not create obligations, appropriations, or regulatory requirements.

Content focus: While the exact biographical details are not provided in the summary, SR 680 would typically include a brief narrative of Raymond Scheiter Jr.’s life, career, public service, and/or community impact, along with expressions of sympathy or remembrance.

Procedural elements: As a memorial resolution, SR 680 is a recommendation for Senate concurrence of solemn recognition. It does not enact laws, allocate funds, or amend statutes.

Affected stakeholders

Raymond Scheiter Jr.: The individual recipient of the memorial tribute.

Family, friends, and colleagues of Raymond Scheiter Jr.: Those who may be acknowledged in the resolution and who may view the memorial as a public acknowledgment of his contributions.

Illinois Senate and constituents: The resolution reflects the legislature’s recognition and can serve to inform the public about the person’s impact.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Legislative role: The resolution will be considered by the Illinois Senate and, if approved, may be transmitted for ceremonial purposes or printed in the official records.

Timing: Memorial resolutions are typically introduced in the current session and considered without substantial debate or impact on appropriations or policy. They often accompany other commemorations and can be scheduled at any point during the session.

Notes

No policy changes, fiscal implications, or regulatory effects are associated with SR 680. Its function is ceremonial, honoring the life and contributions of Raymond Scheiter Jr.

The bill’s effectiveness is limited to recognition and does not create enforceable duties or resources.