Bill
SR 387
SR 387: ceremonial commendation for Chit Chat Communications' Celebrating Women of Color program and memorial for Robert P. Chumley; ceremonial, no funds, copies distributed.
Status: Resolution Adopted
Introduced: April 8, 2025
Classification: Senate Resolution (memorial/commendation)
Action highlights: Read & adopted (March–April 2025); reported enrolled; filed with Secretary (Oct 14, 2025); resolution adopted (Oct 15, 2025). Co-sponsorship noted (all senators listed on Oct 14).
Note on content: The submitted SR 387 package contains two distinct resolution texts incorporated or circulated under the same bill number: (A) a commendation of Chit Chat Communications for its 14th annual “Celebrating Women of Color…” program, and (B) a memorial resolution mourning the death of Robert Paul “Bob” Chumley. Both parts are procedural Senate resolutions expressing recognition and sympathy; they do not create legal obligations or appropriate funds.
1) Purpose — Commendation (Chit Chat Communications)
- Main intent: Commend Chit Chat Communications (founded 1993 by Carla Morrison) for producing its 14th annual “Celebrating Women of Color…” program and for community outreach and public‑relations contributions.
- Key points:
- Describes the firm as a social‑enterprise public relations and marketing firm serving government, entertainment, sports, publishing, cultural/educational institutions, and nonprofits.
- Notes the firm’s community outreach and event support across metro Atlanta and beyond.
- Describes the “Celebrating Women of Color…” program as a signature event held each March (Women’s History Month/International Women’s Day) aimed at women ages 21–65 and girls 11–18, featuring networking, entertainment, inspirational speakers, wellness activities and more.
- Lists notable past keynote speakers and program highlights (2004–2025), illustrating the event’s ongoing impact.
- Effect: Formal recognition and commendation by the Senate; best wishes for continued success.
2) Purpose — Memorial (Robert P. “Bob” Chumley)
- Main intent: Mourn the passing and extend condolences to the family, friends, and community of Robert Paul “Bob” Chumley.
- Key biographical details:
- Born June 30, 1946 (Jacksonville); died July 2, 2025.
- Education: Routt High School (class of 1964).
- Military service: U.S. Army, stationed in Germany and served in the Vietnam War (1966–1969).
- Career: Carpenter; co‑founder of Chumley Brothers Builders; later worked for Jacksonville Parks and Lakes Department.
- Community involvement: Lifelong member of Church of Our Saviour; Knights of Columbus; member of Jacksonville Elks Club, Moose Lodge, and Art Association.
- Family: Survived by wife JoAnn (married Oct 23, 1971), children, eight grandchildren, siblings and extended family; preceded in death by son Matthew Johnson and some in‑laws.
- Effect: Expression of the Illinois Senate’s sympathy and a directive that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to the family.
Procedural / Practical Impact
- These are ceremonial Senate resolutions: they register formal commendation and condolences but do not change law or appropriate funds.
- The Secretary of the Senate is directed to make an appropriate copy available for distribution (Chit Chat Communications text) and to present a copy to the family (memorial text).
- Multiple readings and adoption dates are recorded (March–April 2025); final filing and adoption paperwork completed in mid‑October 2025 with broad cosponsorship noted.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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