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SR 368

SENATE RESOLUTION WELCOMING SCOUTING AMERICA, NARRAGANSETT COUNCIL, TO THE RHODE ISLAND STATE HOUSE AND JOYFULLY CELEBRATING SCOUTING MONTH IN FEBRUARY

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jonathon Acosta and 9 co-sponsors

Senate memorial SR 368 mourns Roy C. Easton Jr., extends condolences to his family, and directs a copy of the resolution be given to them (ceremonial, no legal effect).

02/25/2025 Senate read and passed
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Bill Summary · SR 368

Summary — SR 368: Memorial — Roy C. Easton Jr.

Status: Resolution Adopted
Introduced: April 1, 2025
Classification: Senate resolution (memorial)

Purpose and intent

SR 368 is a ceremonial memorial resolution that mourns the passing of Roy C. Easton Jr. of Pana, Illinois, expresses the Illinois Senate’s condolences to his family and friends, and directs that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to his family. It does not create legal rights or change policy; its purpose is to honor Mr. Easton’s life and public memory.

Key provisions

  • States the Senate’s sorrow at the death of Roy C. Easton Jr., who passed away June 2, 2025.
  • Recites biographical details and highlights of his life and community involvement, including:
    • Born November 11, 1945 in Toledo to Roy C. and Margaret O. (Elder) Easton.
    • Earned a bachelor’s degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1968.
    • Taught English and driver’s education in the Pana School District and coached football and golf.
    • Memberships: Pana Country Club, Pana Moose Lodge, Pana Elks, and Pana Eagles.
    • Personal interests: avid golfer and St. Louis Cardinals fan.
    • Family survivors: sons Jeremy (Robyn) Easton and Jason (Becky) Easton, four grandchildren, and sister‑in‑law Betty Easton; preceded in death by parents and brothers Bill and Robert Easton; first wife Janet Herbord preceded him in death.
  • Resolves that the Senate extends sincere condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew him.
  • Directs that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to the Easton family.

Who is affected

  • Primary non‑legislative beneficiaries are the family and friends of Roy C. Easton Jr., who receive the formal condolences and an official copy of the resolution. There are no regulatory, fiscal, or administrative impacts on state government or third parties.

Procedural/Timeline notes

  • Legislative actions on file (chronology as recorded):
    • Mar 10, 2025 — Placed in Senate hopper
    • Mar 11, 2025 — Senate read and adopted
    • Apr 1, 2025 — Received by Secretary of the Senate (introductory date listed)
    • Apr 3, 2025 — Read; Adopted; Reported enrolled
    • Oct 14–15, 2025 — Filed with Secretary; listed as co‑sponsored by all senators; referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar; final adoption recorded Oct 15, 2025
  • Final status: Resolution Adopted.

Additional note on document contents

The submitted version also contains text from a separate, unrelated Senate resolution that recognizes Minister Dara Calleary of Ireland. That text appears to be an insertion distinct from the Roy C. Easton memorial; SR 368 as titled and enacted pertains to Roy C. Easton Jr. only.

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

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