MEMORIAL-ROBERT D'ONOFRIO

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mike Hastings

SR 601 memorializes and honors Robert D’Onofrio, recognizing his contributions and expressing appreciation from the Illinois Senate without creating policy or fiscal changes.

Resolution Adopted

Bill overview

Bill number: SR 601

Session: 104th

Jurisdiction: Illinois

Title: MEMORIAL-ROBERT D'ONOFRIO

Sponsors: Primary sponsor (unspecified in provided text); Co-sponsor: Mike Hastings

This is a memorial resolution rather than a bill proposing new laws or appropriations. Memorial resolutions typically honor, recognize, or pay tribute to an individual or to commemorate a person, event, or achievement. They do not itself enact changes in statute or create new programs, but they may express the legislature’s appreciation or condolences and may request action or recognition from other branches or agencies.

Purpose and intent

To commemorate and honor Robert D’Onofrio.

Likely aims to recognize contributions, service, or impact of the individual within the state or community.

May express condolences or appreciation on behalf of the Illinois Senate (or the appropriate chamber) and request respective acknowledgement or actions.

Key provisions and changes

No substantive policy changes, appropriations, or administrative requirements are typically associated with memorial resolutions.

Standard components usually include:

A preamble detailing the individual’s background and achievements.
Statements of esteem, legacy, or impact.
A formal resolution of tribute submitted to the journal and public record.

If present, additional sections might invite recognition by the state, ask for public remembrances, or request condolences be conveyed to family.

Affected parties and impact

Primary beneficiaries: Robert D’Onofrio (the individual being memorialized) and his family.

Broader impact: Public record of commendation; potential inspiration to constituents and state employees or officials who read the memorial.

No fiscal impact, regulatory changes, or implementation requirements are typically associated with memorials.

Procedural and timeline considerations

Memorial resolutions follow a ceremonial process, including introduction, possible committee reference (often non-substantive), chamber readings, and final adoption in the respective legislative chamber.

Timeline is typically short relative to substantive legislation, occurring within a single legislative session or as a ceremonial action during sessions.

Notes

The provided information does not include the full text of the memorial, specific biographical details about Robert D’Onofrio, or the exact language of the resolution.

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