Illinois Senate Floor Debate — May 6, 2026

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR HUNTER) Please remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance. Senator Johnson, please lead us in the Pledge.

SENATOR JOHNSON: (Pledge of Allegiance)

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR HUNTER) BlueRoomStream seeks leave to photograph, videotape the proceedings. Is there any objection? Seeing no objections, granted. Mr. Secretary, Reading and Approval of the Journal.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR HUNTER) Senator Glowiak Hilton.

Madam President, I move to postpone the reading and approval of the Journal just read by the Secretary, pending arrival of the printed transcripts.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR HUNTER) Senator Glowiak Hilton moves to postpone the reading and approval of the Journal, pending arrival of the printed transcript. There being no objection, so ordered. Mr. Secretary, Resolutions.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR HUNTER) Resolutions Consent Calendar.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR HUNTER) Mr. Secretary, Committee Reports.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR HUNTER) Mr. Secretary, Introduction and Reading in -- of the Senate Bills for the first time.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR HUNTER) ABC7 seeks leave to photograph, video the proceedings. There -- is there any objections? Seeing no objections, leave is granted. Is it -- Senator Koehler, in the Chair. 3  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Hunter, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

For the purpose of an introduction.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your introduction.

We have on the balcony today, a group of wonderful sisters that we call the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Sisters Statewide, and they're down in Springfield, today, for our annual Advocacy Day at the Capitol. And I'd like to give a warm welcome, for all of my sorority sisters who took time out of their busy schedules to come down to Springfield to be with us, here today. Ladies, will you please stand.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please rise, and let's welcome our guests to the Springfield. Senator Hunter.

And, in addition to, my sorority sisters being here, you know, there is no organization, nor does any organizations function without leadership. And so, I have with me today, three beautiful women who leads Statewide -- on a Statewide level, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, and it's none other than Miss Peggy Lewis LeCompte, she's the former central region director, Sonya Bo -- Bomen -- Bowen, former central regional director, and Sherri Hale, Illinois State Coordinator for the AKA Day at the Capitol. Let's welcome them to the Senate.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Senate. Leader Lightford, for what purpose do 4  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 you seek recognition?

Thank you, Mr. President. Ladies and Gentlemen of the Senate, I also rise to welcome the Ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha to the General Assembly as one of their "D9 (Divine Nine) Sisters" of Delta Sigma Theta. I just wanna let you all know that we see you in the community, we know the differences that you're making, we appreciate your level of advocacy, and we're proud to join you in sisterhood. Have an amazing day.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Villanueva, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

The purpose of an announcement, Mr. President.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your announcement.

Mr. President, today I stand to acknowledge the up -- up -- coming close of a trailblazing era of Latino leadership, for both the State and the nation. With me here today is someone who is no stranger to this Chamber, because once a Senator, always a Senator. My Congressman, Jesús "Chuy" García. Chuy, who announced his intent to retire from Congress earlier this year and will be ending his -- his term in January 2027. Is basically preparing to end a forty- year-long chapter filled with public service, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to the betterment of all people, especially the people often overlooked and overshadowed. Over the last four decades, Chuy has served Illinois communities with authentic representation and leadership, especially the communities I 5  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 represent today. In 1986, he became the first Mexican American Alderperson of Little Village, our neighborhood back at home, where he commissioned our iconic Little Village Arch Landmark. He helped strengthen progressive City governance during Chicago City Council wars, championing immigrant rights and access to City services and so many other wins, but he didn't stop there. He brought his fight down here to Springfield, becoming the first Mexican American to serve in this Chamber. From passing high-impact legislation such as the Language Assistance Services Act in 1993, and measures to protect the welfare and safety of immigrant workers, to advocating for immigrant and Latino representation, equity for Chicago schools, and transit, and infrastructure for working-class communities, Chuy embodied being a progressive voice not only for all Latinos, but for all Illinoisans. After over thirty years of advocacy and representation at the local and State levels, because he was also a County Commissioner. He ran for United States Congress in the Illinois 4th Congressional District, winning his election in November of 2018 and being sworn into the office on January 3rd, 2019, becoming the first Mexican American from the Midwest to serve in Congress. I was there; it was a great time, and bringing a mariachi to the halls of Congress was probably one of the most amazing experiences I've ever had. I often refer to Chuy, as the Man, the Myth, the Legend, and I know he's blushing as I'm saying this, but most importantly, he's a mentor and a friend. He's a shining example of our neighborhood, of our Little Village, and the people we represent - resilient, relentless, and full of life. His legacy and leadership reshaped the future for Latinos, acknowledging that our communities are not a chip that should be bargained for -- for -- with -- bargained with for 6  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 political gain, but instead are a foundation for the change across America. From grassroots empowerment to coalition building and eventually congressional representation, Chuy has truly embodied the promise of America and made this nation better for all who call it home. I am fully prepared to get a barrage of text messages and phone calls from him about the goings-on in Springfield and how I'm obviously not doing my job well enough, or too well -- starting next January and maybe talking about tomatoes and gardening, and also a million and one other things, I know you're gonna do that. But I want to say this from my heart, I would not be in this Chamber were it not for him, both as a Latina that represents the Southwest Side of the City of Chicago, but also a little girl from Little Village who saw herself in a movement and who got to meet somebody at a very early age and who is a family friend. To be able to say that I represent my family, my neighbors, my communities, the people that I love, I do it with all the love in the heart -- in the world, in my heart, because I had a shining example of how public service, community service, of what it means to be a legislator. All I -- I got all of that from Chuy. And so, I'd like everyone to join me in congratulating Congressman Garcia on his retirement, his upcoming retirement from public service, and thanking him for his forty yearlong commitment to the people of the State of Illinois. Thank you, Chuy.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Illinois Senate. Senator Villa, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

Hello. Hello. Thank you. Okay, thank you, Mr. President, for an announcement. 7  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your announcement.

A continued announcement. So, unas palabras para el congresista. Un millón de abrazos no serían lo suficiente para demostrarle el respeto, admiración y cariño que tengo en mi corazón por su compromiso a el pueblo, y más que eso, su compromiso como hombre de familia. Chuy, of course, I was emotional when I heard the news of your retirement, but I am so incredibly thankful for the way that you have led throughout these years. Your path and footsteps haven't just opened doors for families; you have literally broken-down doors to get others into the rooms where decisions happen. Not only are you an amazing father and husband and grandfather, but you've been a mentor to so many of us. I wish you so much happiness, so much peace. I will be praying that the Virgen de Guadalupe will continue to bless you in all of your personal endeavors, and I know that you will continue to accomplish so much in the future. Please send our respects and gratitude to your wife, to your grandchildren, and to your familia for all of these years. Gracias, paisano, and I can't wait to continue to see you a million more times to keep giving you those hugs that you've deserved. Thank you, amigo.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Guzmán, for what purpose do you seek recognition? SENATOR GUZMÁN: Thank you, Mr. President. I rise for the point of continued introduction.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Continue. 8  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 SENATOR GUZMÁN: Thank you. I also want to extend my congratulations to Congressman Chuy Garcia on a legacy that has been rooted in courage, in politics that brings all of us in, and a deep love for our communities. For many of us, Chuy, you have helped show us what it means to build power from the neighborhood up with immigrant families, with working people, and with the Southwest and the Northwest, because we thank you for your work in the Northwest as well. Your leadership has opened doors, has helped generations of organizers and leaders like me and so many here, that you help remind that public service should always stay connected to the people. I'm wishing you the best for you and your family, wishing you peace and health, and thank you so much for your legacy and for your love and care for us all.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Leader Lightford, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

Speak to the announcement, Mr. President.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please continue.

Thank you, Mr. President, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Senate, I had the blessed opportunity to serve with then Senator -- Senator Chuy Garcia, and it was at a time when I was just as young, or actually younger, than Celina. I had arrived here in the legislature, and I served in Veto Session and Lame Duck Session of '98 and '99. And what I recognized immediately about Chuy was the fire, in his belly, for his community. It was the soul that you saw, and he and Miguel DelValle were the only two Latino Senators 9  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 at that time, and as a Black Caucus Member, we worked together in unity, we worked together in unity. And when Chuy left the legislature we continued his work, we continued to support Senator DelValle. Then, the map changed, and that's when Senator Martinez arrived and -- as the first woman, Mexican American, and then more Senators to follow. And then Delgado came over from the House and, you know, we just were one big happily family, and then a Latino caucus was created. But Chuy, I want you to know that all the things that you said and did came to fruition because of the presence that you left, the yearning to get it done for your people. You left a staple here in the Illinois Senate, and you carried that staple to the commissioners seat and then on to federal government. You leave a mark on three levels of government. And I want the Body to know that's what government is for, is to help our communities to feel proud in doing so and doing it in unity. And I think the only other Senator still serving here that served with you, Chuy, was Dave Syverson. And I don't see Syverson on the Floor, but he probably never voted for anything we needed anyway, so, we're not missing Syverson now. But I want to just tell you God bless you, thank you for a life of service, and I -- and we wish you, and I do, a happy retirement. God bless you.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Aquino, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

Point of Personal Privilege.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your point.

Yeah. I wanna continue on the accolades of -- of Chuy Garcia. 10  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 It is -- he may not be retiring from this Body, but he was, as we say, "Once a Senator, always a Senator," and so we're giving him his -- his flowers now here on the Senate Floor. There's, there's so many things that have already been said, and I don't want to repeat things, and I want to give some context of today and this week. We all celebrate Cinco de Mayo, and we think about Latino Unity Day, and for some of us, even as staffers on both sides, and -- and -- and Members come up to Latino caucus Members like, "Hey, are you guys having your party?" And we get really excited to, about that, but that festivity started out, at least it was told to me, by a gentleman like, Chuy and others, that there was a few Latinos, not many, but even then, in that small Latino caucus, -- a caucus of maybe collectively six, House and Senate, there was, there was not a whole lot of unity sometimes. There was different opinions of policy and politics -- in our community, and that happens. It's just, it happens. However, they knew that there was a need to be unified at times, and so they decide to say, "Hey, we're here together, we should celebrate together and utilize Cinco de Mayo as something to celebrate something together." And so how they did it was they had a cookout; you can't argue, it's bipartisan, and it's even, even on our side. It -- you cannot say no to a good carne asada and a cerveza on a good hot day in Springfield. And so, that's what they did. They got together in a lot, had a cookout, and started inviting others. That was about thirty-something years ago, and it's transitioned to a great party that we all like, and we will go tonight, and we'll have a very nice time. But it's to talk about that legacy, though, of that gentleman right there, of the impact that he had on this Chamber and in this Body that continues, that -- that legacy that will 11  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 continue on because of the great Members of Celina Villanueva, of Karina Villa, Graciela Guzmán, and so, so many others. Javier, I see you back there as well, and other Members that are in the House, in that other Body, the lower Chamber, but are there because of the inspiration of Chuy Garcia. My last story is this - I ran for something before I got here, and Chuy did not endorse me. He did not, it was fine. The moment that I got that call, or that I, I found out that he was endorsing someone else, it was the moment that I knew that I wasn't going to win that race, and I thank him because that was not, in the stars, for me. A few months later, less than a year, I decided to run for Senate. And one of my first meetings was with then Commissioner Garcia. He didn't have to take that meeting, but he did, and I was going ask him again, second shot, for support for -- for this race for the Senate. And Chuy, I don't know if you remember this, but not only did he eventually support me, but the first thing he said, and he is a -- he is a giant in the Latino community in politics, he did a "Mea culpa." He -- he apologized to a young kid who was just running, wanting to -- to run for and -- and support and -- and -- and -- and speak up for his community, and he said, "Hey, I didn't support you in the last one, it was politics. But I do and -- and I want to support you on this one, and I'm going to help you." And we -- and I totally respected that, and I said I understood, but the fact that someone who I idolized and saw him do so much work and was so happy to then receive that endorsement after not receiving one before. The fact that his first thing was to -- to say, "I'm sorry," when he, he didn't have -- he didn't even have to take a meeting with me, just shows the character of the man that he is. I will close with this, Chuy, I -- I thank you, but I thank your 12  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 wife, Evelyn. I thank your family. I thank you for all the sacrifices that many people in this Body won't know, of those decades that you have committed to your community, not only on the Southwest Side -- not only the South Side, not only in Chicago and Illinois, but nationally. You are that giant that we stand on your shoulders, and of your family's, and of Evelyn. So, to you, to her, to your entire family, gracias -- gracias. Thank you.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Hunter, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

Point of Personal Privilege, Mr. President.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your point.

I've known Chuy Garcia since 1983, when we first met during Harold Washington's election. We worked together on a regular basis; we planned, we strategized, we worked on getting out the vote, and Chuy and I kept our friendship -- up until today. We still call each other; we ask each other for advice. You know, I know his family members; he knows some of mine. And just, and -- and so -- so Chuy, I just want to say thank you very much for everything that you've done. You sacrificed a tremendous amount. Your family has sacrificed, as well, to make sure that you stayed in office and that you looked out for the best interests of the people. And so, I just want to say thank you, Chuy. It's been a wonderful pleasure to know you, and I don't know what your next steps are going to be, but I don't see you sitting at home. So, I know you're going to be out here in the streets with us and -- and -- and working on a number of other issues. And so, God bless you, 13  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 take care of yourself, and I'll see you later. Thank you, Mr. President.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Sally Turner, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator, Senator, can we -- can we do the resolution when would do resolution, and introduce your guests at this point, and we'll come back to the resolution? If it's all right. So, will the guests that she just mentioned please rise - Ray LaHood, Kathy LaHood. Senator Fine, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

14  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 For an announcement, please.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your announcement.

I actually have two announcements, so I'll start with number one; I would like to introduce the Body to my Page for the Day, her name is Iris Hopmann. I'm very excited to have her today; she is a constituent from Wilmette, she's fourteen years old, and next year will be attending Woodlands Academy. In her academics, she loves history, and one day we are going to see a budding lawyer. She has ambitions to go to law school, and my guess is one day she'll be sitting in the seat on the Floor instead of me. In her spare time, she loves theater, she likes to swim, and she loves debate. She has two sisters, one older and one younger, and I am just thrilled to have her today and have her experience life in Springfield. So, please give a warm welcome to Iris.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Illinois Senate.

My second announcement. I would be remiss if I did not recognize a woman on this Floor who greets everyone with a smile, who is keeping us in order and making everything - runs like a clock, and it was her birthday yesterday. So, to Brittany Hawker, happy, happy birthday and many, many more.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Happy… Senator Simmons, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

Thank you, Mr. President, for purposes of an introduction. 15  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your introduction.

Thank you so much, Mr. President. Ladies and Gentlemen of the Senate, I just wanted to take a minute to introduce a personal friend who's in the gallery, Marcel Marsh, who is a -- a dear friend of mine, but he's also a Chicago firefighter, and we've got Chicago firefighters here with Local 2. I just wanted to say that I have so much respect for what all of our public safety officers do to keep us safe, but especially our firefighters, when we think about how elemental it is that we live in safe, secure housing. They risk their lives every day. My friend and buddy, Marcel, I love you for risking your life every day for all of us to be safe. Ladies and Gentlemen, will you join me in welcoming the Chicago firefighters to the Illinois Senate?

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Illinois Senate. Senator Castro, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

Purpose of an introduction, Mr. President.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your introduction.

Ladies and Gentlemen of the Chamber, I'd like to introduce my Pages for a Day, who are actually some of my dearest friends' son and daughter, Amelie Bernal and Benjamin Bernal. So, this is their first time to the Capitol, and they're enjoying themselves very much just seeing government run, so give them a great Springfield welcome. 16  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Illinois Senate. Senator Sims, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

Thank you, Mr. President. I heard a little bit from the peanut gallery, but I have a for -- for a point of -- or introduction. This is one, this is one of those special days for me. It gives me the opportunity to recognize some very important people. First, let me -- many of you have met her and seen her before, she is here in another capacity now. So, she -- my, that is my daughter. My daughter, Kennedy, is here, with the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha. She is also joined by two of her sorority sisters from Beta Chapter, who are also here in the gallery with us, if they could rise and be recognized. And I -- it -- Mr., Mr. President, again, this one gives me great pleasure, because to, to be able to stand here and recognize and introduce several of the men, the men of Alpha Phi Alpha who are here in the gallery, who b- been trailblazers for years. We, we are also joined by the leadership of the District of Illinois and the Midwestern Region of Alpha Phi Alpha, starting with brother, Brother Quincy Banks, who is the Midwestern Region Executive Director. We have Brother Dr. Leonard McKinnis, who is the exec -- the -- the Illinois District Director, who is our State President. Our regional chaplain, Dr. El -- Dr. El Bernard Jakes. Seth Wilson, who is the Illinois -- the Illinois District Senior Advisor, and Brother Prentice Butler, who is our Alpha Legislative Chair. Would the Member of -- Members of the Illinois Senate please -- please give our -- give the men of Alpha Phi Alpha and our leadership some warm -- a warm round of applause and welcome. 17  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Illinois Senate. Senator Plummer, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your introduction.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Illinois Senate. Senator Sims.

Mr. President, I -- I was remiss and I -- forgive me -- we -- I did not introduce one other member of -- of Alpha Kappa Alpha who has joined us, that's Cleopatra Cowley, who is also with us.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Illinois Senate.

Cleopatra, who hopes to join us in the lower Chamber, here, she is -- she's with us here to see how -- how real work gets done here in, under the Dome.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Illinois Senate. Senator Balkema, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your announcement.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Thank you. We will now go to page 14; we will go to Senate Resolutions. Senate Resolution 664, Senator Sally Turner. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Sally Turner, on your resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Bryant, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your point. 22  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Rose.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator McClure.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) To the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Morrison.

To the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) To the resolution.

So, shortly after I was brought into the Senate family, I was nominated for and then had the honor of becoming an Edgar Fellow. And I will say that of all the things Jim Edgar did do and could have done with all of his abilities and all of his connections, the legacy that he has left us all in the General Assembly of the Edgar Fellows, I think is the greatest. If I could 27  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 sum up what I learned, it was respect. It was respect those people who don't look like you, who aren't from the same town as you, who aren't from the same party as you. Respect the people who live downstate, respect the people who live in the inner city. We're all the same people, and we all represent people who count on us. It was a tremendous honor to be named an Edgar Fellow. I'm happy to continue to support that organization, and I think we should all strive to leave some kind of legacy like that as we work in the General Assembly as legislators. Thank you.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Tracy.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) To the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Hunter.

Thank you very much, Mr. President. To the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) To the resolution.

I was working in one of the non-for-profit organizations, HRDI, led by the late Dr. C. Vincent Bateman, and we provided alcohol and drug, and mental health services to residents on the South Side of Chicago. And I remember, I wound up working there for eighteen years, and I remember we were having some financial problems. And so, Dr. Bateman said, "Let me go and talk to the Governor." He had no appointment. He came down to Springfield, went to his office, and Jim Edgar said, "Yeah, come on in and see me." And Jim Edgar made sure that not only did we no longer have a fiscal problem, a cash flow problem, but he also provided us 29  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 with some additional funding to expand our services, okay? And he was such a good man. I -- we got to know him. We worked on -- we worked with him on some of his community projects. We even supported him, and we were criticized by the Black community for supporting a Republican. And so, we said, "Well, this Republican stood up when nobody else did, and this Republican made sure that residents in need on the South Side of Chicago received the services that they really needed." And Jim Edgar was concerned about having so many different agencies, that he transformed the human services system, and he is the first person that created the -- the Illinois Department of Human Services, where he made -- merged Department of Aging, Developmentally Disabled, Alcohol, Drugs, Mental Health. All of these were separate agencies, and there were other agencies that I left off of my list. But he -- he created a, what they -- they were calling it a super agency because Human Services had over thirteen thousand employees, which became the largest Agency in the State of Illinois. And then he went so far as to make sure that he put two African Americans over that Agency. And the first Director was Howard Peters, and Linda Baker became the Assistant under Howard Peters. And Linda Baker today is now working with the Edgar Foundation. So, I just wanna thank you, Brenda, for carrying on your husband's legacy. It means not only so much to you and your family and the community, but it means a lot to me as well. So, Jim was a good man, as you know, and I'll never forget him. So, thank you so very much.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Sims.

Thank you, Mr. President. First, let me say to our former 30  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 First Lady, thank you for sharing Governor Edgar with us. When I started here as a young staffer, Governor Edgar was in office. I actually started here as a Dunn Fellowship under or -- or as a Dunn Fellow under Governor Edgar, before coming over to staff and working to learn about the budget process and watching as government worked. Governor Edgar was as partisan as they came, but that did not stop him from being bipartisan also, because that's the essence of statesmanship, and we could have more of that right now. I -- I -- when -- like as many of you in this Chamber I -- I have the honor of serving as an Edgar Fellow. But I also had the opportunity -- I got… When I got the call to come back and be on the faculty and to speak at the -- at the -- for the Edgar Fellows, that was a tremendous honor for me. And to have those moments with Governor Edgar to talk about the -- the work that we were doing, the -- the -- the -- the difficult times that we were facing, it mean -- it meant the world to me. And the last year when I had the opportunity to speak at the -- at the fellowship, he was -- he was too ill to attend but you could absolutely see his spirit, you could absolutely see his intent walking through those rooms. You could see the folks who were attending that fellowship, who were fellows, the good work that they were going to do. So, that is his legacy. You know, I -- I - - you often hear me say, something that my grandfather said to me long ago, "The things that you do for yourself, they die when you die. The things that you do for others, they -- they live on, and that's your legacy." Governor Edgar's legacy is that he is going -- he's making a difference, and he has made a difference in elected officials and elected lives at the State, local -- State and local level. And is -- we will and what he taught us is that 31  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 it's -- it's okay to disagree. Because it is okay to disagree. We -- we come from very different places. But what is not okay is for us to not have the best interest for the people of Illinois at our heart and at the -- at the center of all of our work, and that's -- that's his legacy. His legacy is that he taught us that have the people of the State of Illinois at the center of your work. So, Mrs. Edgar, thank you. Thank you for sharing him with us. Thank you for continuing the legacy of the Edgar Fellows, because that work will continue to make a difference across the State of Illinois. Thank you, Mr. President.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Simmons.

Thank you, Mr. President. To the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) To the resolution.

Thank you so much, Mr. President. I never got to serve with Governor Edgar, obviously, but I got a chance to participate in the Edgar Fellows Program, and I just remember the first night, literally the Sunday when the Governor comes and he shares his -- you know, he just shared his whole story, how he became governor, how he approached governing, how he gave back after he was governor. I was riveted. And what really stood out for me, because, you know, politicians give a lot of speeches and say a lot of things, but what really, really motivated me with the Governor's remarks is that he was talking about things I recognized in my short time in the State Senate. And, you know, just this whole thing around thinking about what are people gonna say about our 32  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 work fifty years from now, a hundred years from now? And that's the thing about Governor Edgar, is that when he talked about the State, you -- you could see that. It wasn't that he just said it or said, "You know, you have to respect people. You have to listen to people who come from a different place than you." He told stories that showed that the receipts were there, and that really -- that really inspired me and I think helped to add to how I try to handle myself in this role. I'm proud to say that Governor Edgar is one of those that has been a role model for me. And I think that that is the possibility of our democracy, and I think that the Governor showed us the best that our democracy and our State can be. And that -- that is a legacy that's gonna outlive him. It's going to outlive all of us and it'll -- it'll be -- it'll be with us for generations. And it -- and it, and it's you know, it was when I -- when I saw that the Governor had passed, I remember I was -- I was there last year also for back to speak to the fellows. By the way, Governor Edgar is the only person that can get Senator Bryant and I up early in the morning to speak to the fellows and have it be civil. I mean, that was really you know, the example of the receipts. But, you know, when we talk about this whole thing about statespersonship, statesmanship, stateswomanship, it's so badly needed right now. When I -- when I saw that he passed, I just thought -- I thought I found myself reflecting on where we are right now in our policy in this country, where people are rewarded for how hard they punch somebody in the face. How much can you insult somebody on social media? How much can you embarrass people? And you know, none of that is gonna save our country. None of that is gonna help anybody live a better life, and it doesn't make us look good to the next generation. Kudos to 33  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 Governor Edgar and to -- to the family and to the First Lady for sharing him with us so that he could share that example to all of us, that I -- I know that each of us in this Chamber in some way or another will -- will carry forward. He elevated -- he elevated our State, he elevated our politics, and I -- I thank you so much for -- for giving him to us. Thank you, Mr. President.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Villa.

To the resolution, Mr. President

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) To the resolution.

I was sitting here wondering if I should push the button or not, and then I heard my mother's voice in my head of what she would say knowing that Mrs. Edgar was here. You see, my mom was a proud Governor Edgar voting Republican. Is, was, I don't know. The purpose of me standing here is because I was born and raised in DuPage County, represented by Republicans my whole life. So, many of them were how I learned about elected office and how to behave as an elected official, and I do believe that Governor Edgar was a true gentleman, a true statesman. Out in DuPage County, being a Latina sometimes felt lonely when I was growing up, and to hear and see Governor Edgar speak up and say that immigrants in Illinois belong here, and we're gonna put our money where our values are, that meant so much to me to hear him speak up in favor of driver's license for all, I won't forget that. I hope that my friends and colleagues from across the aisle and I will continue to behave in that way, in that friendship that we have established. We don't 34  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 always have to agree, but let's try to find ourselves to a yes more often than not. And Mrs. Edgar, thank you so much on behalf of my mother, and my family for -- for all the time that you lent us, Governor Edgar. He, I -- and I'm also, proud to be an Edgar Fellow.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) And our last speaker, President Harmon.

Thank you, Mr. President. To the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) To the resolution.

Mr. President, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Senate, and to all of our guests here today, Governor Jim Edgar's leadership, both in office and out, made our State a better place. Governor Edgar guided Illinois through difficult times and made hard decisions he believed were right, knowing not everyone would agree, and in fact, knowing quite a few people would disagree. His brand of steady, principled leadership, his intellectual consistency is what endures. As a Democrat, I can say this plainly, Jim Edgar was a true statesman. He believed government was a place to solve problems, not to stage them. And while his years in office are an important part of our history, his work afterward may be his most lasting legacy. Through the Edgar Fellows Program, he invested in leaders on both sides of the aisle, teaching that respect, listening, and compromise are essential to good government. I've had an opportunity to spend time with many of the fellows. You can see the Governor's influence in how they approach this work. Government doesn't have to be, and should not be, a show. Mrs. 35  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 Edgar, thank you for sharing your husband with the people of Illinois. My sympathies remain with your family, and I offer my deep appreciation for a life of service that made this State stronger. I urge adoption of the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Sally Turner, to close on the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) So, the question is, shall Senate Resolution 664 pass. All those in favor will say Aye. Opposed, Nay. The Ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. The Senate will stand at ease for a few minutes to allow the Committee on Assignments to meet. Members of the Committee on Assignments will meet in the President's Anteroom. Senate will come to order. Mr. Secretary, Committee Reports.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Let me just share with you the schedule for this afternoon. We're going to do a handful of resolutions, and then we're going to go to both House Bills and Senate Bills 2nd Reading. So, if you have a bill that you want to move to 3rd, please come to the Floor. Senator Fowler, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your introduction.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to Springfield. We're gonna go to page 14, towards the middle of the page. We're gonna go to Senate Resolution 733, Senator Sims. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Sims, on your resolution.

Thank you, Mr. President, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Senate. Today, I rise with great pride and deep admiration and appreciation to celebrate Illinois -- the Senate Resolution 733, recognizing May 6th, 2026, as Alpha Phi Alpha Day in the State of Illinois, and honoring nearly one hundred and twenty years of extraordinary service, leadership, scholarship, and advocacy by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated. For nearly one hundred and twenty years, Alpha Phi Alpha has stood more -- as more than a fraternity. It has been a movement. Founded in 1906 at Cornell University by -- by the seven visionary jewels, Alpha Phi Alpha emerged during a time when African Americans were denied opportunity, denied 38  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 dignity, and denied access to the many institutions of this nation. Yet these men chose not bitterness, they chose brotherhood. Not retreat, but leadership. They built an organizations grounded in scholarship, fellowship, good character, and the uplifting of humanity. And over the course of more than a century, Alpha men have carried those principles into every corner of American life, from the pulpit to the courtroom, from the classroom to the boardroom, from the military to elected office, from the streets of our neighborhoods to the Halls of Congress. Alpha Phi Alpha has consistently answered the call to lead. We celebrate giants like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose moral courage transformed America. We remember Thurgood Marshall, whose brilliance reshaped constitutional law. Closer to home, we lift up the names of former Senator Adelbert (H.) Roberts, who was the first African American to serve in the Illinois Senate. The former mayor -- former Chicago Mayor Eugene Sawyer, former Cook County Board President John Stroger, and former Senator Donne Trotter. We -- we honor countless legislate -- educators, pastors, veterans, labor leaders, entrepreneurs, and public servants who wore the black and old gold, not merely as colors, but as a commitment to service. And what makes this recognition especially meaningful is that Alpha Phi Alpha has never confined itself to ceremonial leadership. Alpha has always shown up where the work was hardest. When communities needed mentorship, Alpha answered; when young men needed guidance, Alpha answered. When civil rights were under attack, Alpha answered. When democracy itself demanded defenders, Alpha answered. That legacy continues today across Illinois and across this nation. To every brother of Alpha Phi Alpha visiting our Illinois State Capitol today, we thank you. We thank you for your 39  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 leadership, your service, your advocacy, and your unwavering commitment to uplifting humanity. As we commemorate this milestone, let us remember that the work is not finished. The ideals embodied by Alpha Phi Alpha, scholarship, justice, civic engagement, and love for all mankind remain urgently needed in our society today. So, on behalf of the Illinois Senate, we want to recognize those one hundred and twenty years of remarkable service, and -- and Mr. President, I move for the adoption of Senate -- Senate Resolution 733.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Seeing no discussion. The question is, shall Senate Resolution 733 pass. All those in favor will say Aye. Opposed, Nay. The Ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. We'll go to Senate Resolution 734, Senator Hunter. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Hunter, on your resolution.

Thank you, Mr. President. Senate Resolution reads as, WHEREAS, On January 15, 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated was founded by Ethel Hedgeman Lyle and eight other collegiate women with the mission to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, and to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of "Service to All Mankind". And -- WHEREAS, Alpha Kappa 40  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 Alpha Sorority, Incorporated has a rich history of social action. In 1915, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated hosted its first political action conference with human rights activist and Illinois Congressman Martin B. Madden as the speaker, marking its commitment to progress -- to progress -- to progress through advocacy, education, social progress, and political engagements. And WHEREAS, soaring to greater heights of service and sisterhood, -- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated established its headquarters on the South Side of Chicago in 1949, becoming the most complex while expanding to mobilize over three hundred and ninety thousand -- initiated members in eleven hundred and twenty chapters in fifty U.S. States and -- Territories and fifteen nations, focusing on advocacy, service projects aimed at improving socioeconomic, racial, political, and environmental issues, further amplifying its influence. And WHEREAS, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sororities, Incorporated diverse collaborative work throughout the United States and including, but not limited to, the Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, and the United Arab Emirates, integrates an elevated level of personal engagement with the strong bonds of sisterhood and a productive network of community partners. And WHEREAS, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Annual Advocacy Day event is an opportunity for its members to meet and discuss proposed legislation with Illinois lawmakers, engage in educational workshops concentrated on Ill -- on concentrated on the Illinois Legislative Black caucus, four key pillars of Illinois government, and explore ways to enhance civic engagement. And WHEREAS, Illinois is home to fifty Alpha Kappa Alpha Sororities Incorporated Chapters, of which eighteen are located on college and university campuses, and thirteen are alumni 41  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 chapters located in communities throughout the State. WHEREAS, the Illinois Chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, along with members located throughout Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, North -- North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and St. Louis and Cape Girardeau, Missouri, are designated as the sorority's central region, and this region is home to ninety-four empowered and engaged chapters focused on advocacy and service. And WHEREAS, on May 6th, 2026, Illinois members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated will participate in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Day at the Illinois State Capitol. And WHEREAS, in a collective effort to enhance the priorities of the respective communities in which they serve, the Illinois delegation of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated will be joined by the Illinois Delegation of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated for Alpha Phi Alpha -- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Day at the Illinois State Capitol for the government, for the empowerment of the people. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS that we declare May 6th, 2026, as Alpha Kappa Alpha Incorporated Day in the State of Illinois. Thank you, Mr. President.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Seeing no discussion. The question is, shall Senate Resolution 734 pass. All those in favor will say Aye. Opposed, Nay. The Ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Senator Joyce on resolution -- Senate Resolution 609. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) 42  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 Senator Joyce, on your resolution.

Thank you, Mr. President. Senate Resolution 609 declares May 10th through May 16th of 2026 as Home Fire Sprinkler Week in Illinois. Fire sprinklers provide the highest level of fire protection, offering a proven and cost-effective way to save lives and protect property from theft of fire. I urge its adoption.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Seeing no discussion. The question is, shall Senate Resolution 609 pass. All those in favor will say Aye. Opposed, Nay. The Ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Moving on to Senate Resolution 620, Senator Fine. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Fine, on your resolution.

Thank you, Mr. President. Senate Resolution 620 declares May 3rd through the 9th as Compost Awareness Week in the State of Illinois. Composting is an amazing way that we could not only eliminate food waste but also help to grow new fruits and vegetables within our communities.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Seeing no discussion, the question is, shall Senate Resolution 620 pass. All those in favor will say Aye. Opposed, Nay. The Ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Senator Fine, on Senate Resolution 638. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution. 43  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Fine, on your resolution.

Thank you, Mr. President. Senate Resolution 638 declares May 3rd through the 9th as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week. TD is a condition that's marked by uncontrollable, abnormal, and repetitive movements of the face, torso, limbs, or extremity, and advocates for mental health hope to spread awareness about this prolonged issue that is associated with TD and make sure the public is aware of it and know the treatments for it.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Seeing no discussion. The question is, shall Senate Resolution 638 pass. All those in favor will say Aye. Opposed, Nay. The Ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Senate Resolution 684, Senator Castro. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Out of the record. Out of the record. Senate Resolution 696, Senator Balkema. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Balkema, on your resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Out of the record. Senate Resolution 701, Senator Johnson. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Johnson, on your resolution.

Thank you, Mr. President. Senate Resolution 701… Did you say 701? I'm sorry. Give me a minute. Senate Resolution 701 declares May 2026 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Nearly twenty- eight thousand people in the United States have asthma, of which 4 million seven hundred and fifty thousand are children. Over one million adults and children in Illinois have asthma. Asthma effects lead to one million individuals visiting emergency rooms and departments each year. And so, thank you for recognizing May 2026 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Thank you.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Seeing no -- discussion. Senate… The question is, shall Senate Resolution 701 pass. All those in favor will say Aye. Opposed, Nay. The Ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Senator Balkema, on your resolution 696. Mr. Secretary, please read the resolution.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Senator Balkema.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Seeing no discussion. The question is, shall Senate Resolution 696 pass. All those in favor will say Aye. Opposed, say Nay. The vote -- the Ayes have it, and the resolution is adopted. Senator Faraci, do you have some special guests here? Senator Faraci, for what purpose do you seek recognition?

For announcement, Mr. President.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Please state your announcement.

So first of all, I am standing up. Thank you, Mr. President. Today, we have some very special guests in the Chamber, the University of Illinois men's basketball team. As many of you already know, the Fighting Illini had a historic '25-'26 season, making it to the Final Four of the 2026 NCAA Division 1 men's basketball tournament. Only the sixth time in program -- program's history. This 2025-26 team has redefined the standard for Illinois men's basketball. Not only did they record the most regular season victories in the last twenty years, finishing with twenty-four 46  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 wins, but they also achieved a fifteen and five Big Ten Conference record. I watched every one of those games, by the way, with Pat tying for the second most conference wins in the program -- in wins in program history. The Fighting Illini team has become one of only four teams nationally to accomplish a twenty plus wins regular season. While the winning record and tournament run makes this team deserving of recognition, the true testament of this team's success is their commitment, their drive, and sportsmanship of its athletes, and the expertise of coaching and support staff, coaches and support staff. To top it all off, this team has captivated and unified fans across the State. I've been a Champaign resident and Illini fan for forty-five years, and I can say that nothing has fostered a sense of community pride and excitement from our -- for our residents quite like the 2025-26 Fighting Illini Final Four. I'd like to give a special shout out to Head Coach Brad Underwood. Tyler Underwood, who's in the -- in the -- in the gallery, also played for the University of Illinois for four years. Thank you, coach. U of I Athletic Director, Josh Whitman. And of course, our New Chancellor, Chancellor Isbell, (Jr.) Thank you for your continuing support of our students. You know, there's not much I enjoy more than spending time with my family, but when we get to watch the Illini basketball play together, that's really what makes me happy. So, congratulations on our historic run. We're wishing you many more successful seasons to come, and I'd like to introduce each one of our players. Davorin (David) Mirkovic, Jake Davis behind me. Tomislav Ivisic, which we, we call him Tommy. I hope that's okay, Tommy. His brother, now who's older? I forget. He's older by a minute. Four minutes. Zvonimir Ivisic, we call -- I hope it's okay, we call you Z. We 47  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 call you Z. Jason Jakstys, Blake Fagbemi. Hey, Blake. And AJ, AJ Redd. Ladies and Gentlemen, it is my proud honor to introduce the University of Illinois basketball team to the Senate Chambers. Thank you.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) Welcome to the Illinois Senate. Senator Rose.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) I'm not sure we're that relaxed yet. Capital News requests taking photos. Seeing no objection, leave is granted. I don't know how to top that. We're going to do some more business, but -- Ladies and Gentlemen of the Senate, we're going to do Senate Bills 2nd Reading, so if you have a Senate bill that you want to move to 3rd, please come to the Floor. We're going to do Senate Bills 2nd Reading. Alright, we'll go to page 2 at the top of the page Senator 48  STATE OF ILLINOIS 104th GENERAL ASSEMBLY REGULAR SESSION SENATE TRANSCRIPT 99th Legislative Day 5/6/2026 Cunningham has Senate Bill 1700. Senator Murphy has Senate Bill 1940. Senator Feigenholtz has Senate Bill 2785. Senator Chesney has Senate Bill 3116. Do you wish to move that to 3rd? Mr. Secretary, please read the bill.

PRESIDING OFFICER: (SENATOR KOEHLER) 3rd Reading. There being no further business to come before the Senate, the Senate stands adjourned until noon on the 7th Day of May 2026. The Senate stands adjourned. Please go to your committees, which will be starting promptly. PERFUNCTORY SESSION