SUPPORTS-CIVIC PARTIC AT 250

104th Regular Session Introduced by Doris Turner

The Senate expresses support for the CIVIC PARTICIP AT 250 initiative to promote civic engagement and participation across Illinois communities.

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Summary of SR 692 (104th Illinois General Assembly)

Purpose and intent

SR 692 is a state Senate resolution sponsored by Senator Doris Turner (co-sponsor) in the Illinois Senate. Resolutions of this type typically express the official sentiment or acknowledgment of the Senate, recognize individuals or organizations, or designate a specific observance or civic priority. Based on the title, “SUPPORTS-CIVIC PARTIC AT 250,” the resolution appears to express support for a civic-related milestone or initiative tied to the 250th anniversary concept (likely a national or local civic event/organization) and to promote civic participation or education. The exact framing is to publicly endorse or support a civic partnership or program associated with reaching or celebrating a 250-year milestone.

Key provisions and changes

As a Senate resolution, SR 692 does not create new laws or impose regulatory requirements. Instead, it states the Senate’s stance or support for a particular civic initiative.

The resolution would officially communicate support from the Illinois Senate for the “CIVIC PARTICIP AT 250” initiative or program. It may include:

Acknowledgment of the importance of civic engagement and participation.
Encouragement for schools, communities, organizations, and residents to participate in civic activities tied to the 250 milestone.
Recognition of partners, events, or programs contributing to civic education and participation.

The text may outline the purpose of the initiative, suggest actions for state agencies or the public, and designate a related commemorative period or activities.

Who or what would be affected

Legislative effect is largely symbolic rather than regulatory. Potential impacts include:

Public acknowledgment by the Illinois Senate of the civic initiative, adding formal state-level legitimacy.
Encouragement to state agencies, schools, nonprofits, and local governments to participate in or support related activities.
Heightened visibility for the civic milestone within Illinois and among residents.

No new requirements, penalties, or funding mechanisms are typically created by a resolution unless specified in the text. Any operational aspects would rely on accompanying guidance from involved sponsors or allied organizations.

Procedural and timeline aspects

As a Senate resolution, passage requires approval by the Illinois Senate. If adopted, it would:

Be transmitted to relevant parties (e.g., organizers of the “CIVIC PARTIC AT 250” initiative, participating state agencies, and potentially the Illinois House for concurrence, depending on standard legislative procedures for resolutions in that session).

Timing depends on the legislative calendar and the priority of the sponsors. Resolutions are often adopted during a normal session and can be introduced at any point in the legislative session, then voted on by the full chamber.

There is typically no impact on the state budget or statutory law; however, the resolution may influence public messaging and encourage engagement across sectors.

Notes

The exact language of SR 692 would provide precise definitions of the initiative, the scope of “CIVIC PARTIC AT 250,” and any recommended actions or commemorative guidelines.

With a co-sponsor noted (Doris Turner), the resolution has cross-chamber support and may reflect a broader consensus on promoting civic participation.

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