MEMORIAL-SPENCER LEAK JR.

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mike Hastings

SR 860 honors Spencer Leak Jr. with a ceremonial memorial tribute by the Illinois Senate, recognizing his life and community contributions without any policy or funding effects.

Resolution Adopted

Summary of SR 860 (104th Session, Illinois)

Purpose and intent

SR 860 is a memorial resolution recognizing and honoring an individual named Spencer Leak Jr. While memorial resolutions do not create new laws or substantive policy, they serve to publicly acknowledge the contributions, character, or significance of a person—often a local figure, public servant, or notable member of the community.

The resolution functions as an official expression of the Senate’s respect and remembrance, and may be used to commemorate the individual's life and impact.

Key provisions and changes

Formal recognition: The bill directs the Illinois Senate to extend commendation and memorial tribute to Spencer Leak Jr.

Naming and tribute details: The memorial typically includes a brief summary of the person’s life, achievements, affiliations, and any service to the community or state. It may specify dates, roles, and organizations associated with the honoree.

Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Senator Mike Hastings, indicating the bill’s endorsement by at least one member of the Senate and collaboration among legislators in acknowledging the individual.

Affected parties and scope

Primary beneficiaries: Spencer Leak Jr. (the honoree) and his family, friends, and community who seek formal recognition.

Legislative impact: The action is ceremonial and symbolic, carrying no direct regulatory, fiscal, or policy changes. It does not adjust laws, budgets, or government program parameters.

Public record: The memorial becomes part of the official Senate journal and public record, preserving the tribute for historical reference.

Procedural and timeline considerations

Introduction and consideration: As a memorial resolution, SR 860 would proceed through standard Senate procedures for non-binding resolutions, including committee referral (often to Rules or Executive Appointments/Concurrence committees, depending on chamber rules) and floor debate.

Status indicator: The bill’s fate depends on the Senate’s consideration and vote; it does not require passage by the House or Governor to have ceremonial effect within the Senate journal, but cross-chamber passage would be standard for a concurrent memorial or official resolution if applicable.

Effective date: Memorial resolutions typically take effect on adoption and are recorded as part of the legislative record.

Notes for readers

This summary covers the ceremonial nature of SR 860. It is not a policy bill and does not introduce or modify laws, programs, or funding.

For more details on Spencer Leak Jr.’s life and specific biographical notes included in the text, consult the bill’s full wording or the Senate journal entry where the memorial is recorded.