Withdrawn.

2025 Regular Session

Summary — SR 261 (Resolution) — Withdrawn (03/28/2025) Quick overviewSR 261 is a non‑binding senate resolution introduced March 12, 2025. The available text appears to combine two

03/28/25: WITHDRAWN

Quick overview

SR 261 is a non‑binding senate resolution introduced March 12, 2025. The available text appears to combine two distinct ceremonial resolutions: (A) an Illinois-style memorial honoring Roxie Lee “Rocky” Frederick Jr., and (B) a Georgia-style commendation recognizing lineworkers and designating April 14, 2025 as “Georgia Lineworker Appreciation Day” at the state capitol. The file lists multiple primary sponsors (Hall; Birdwell; Bill Cowsert; Steve McClure). Official status entries record several actions (read & adopted, enrolled, filed) but also show the resolution was withdrawn on March 28, 2025. Because of inconsistent entries and merged texts, the record should be verified against the relevant legislative chamber’s official database.

Main purposes / intent

Memorial portion (text A): To mourn the passing of Roxie Lee “Rocky” Frederick Jr., note his biographical details, accomplishments (welding diploma; work at Illinois coal mines; 20 years at Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity; photography exhibitions; community involvement), and to extend condolences to his family. The resolution directs that a suitable copy be presented to his family.

Lineworker portion (text B): To commend Georgia’s lineworkers for public‑safety service, to recognize April 14, 2025 as Georgia Lineworker Appreciation Day at the state capitol, and to authorize the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available to the public and press.

Key provisions and changes

No regulatory, statutory, or budgetary changes: both texts are ceremonial. They express sentiment, give commendations, and request presentation/distribution of copies.

Specific actions: designation of a commemorative day (April 14, 2025) in the lineworker text; presentation of a copy to the Frederick family in the memorial text.

Who is affected

Directly affected: the family of Roxie Frederick (honored) and Georgia lineworkers (commended).

Broadly affected: constituents, local communities and organizations mentioned (museums, Lincoln Land Community College), and public awareness of lineworkers’ role.

No legal or fiscal impact on state agencies or private parties.

Procedural / timeline notes and discrepancies

Key dates in the record: Introduced 03/12/2025; Read & adopted 03/19/2025; Reported enrolled 03/19/2025; filed/other actions through 04/30/2025. However, the file notes the resolution was WITHDRAWN on 03/28/2025 and also lists “Resolution Adopted 05/01/2025” — conflicting entries.

Internal inconsistencies: the memorial text states Roxie Frederick “passed away on March 31, 2025,” which post‑dates several procedural actions and the recorded withdrawal (03/28/2025). The presence of both an Illinois‑style memorial and a Georgia‑style commendation in the same file strongly suggests data conflation or a clerical error.

Recommendation: Consult the official legislative website or clerk’s office for the relevant chamber (state senate) to confirm the correct SR 261 text and final disposition.

Conclusion

SR 261, as recorded, consists of ceremonial language honoring an individual and commending lineworkers; it does not create enforceable law or appropriations. Due to merged texts and conflicting procedural entries (including a March 28, 2025 withdrawal), verify the authoritative legislative record for the final, accurate content and status.