Illinois legislation · 104th General Assembly
Illinois SR460: GOVERNOR JIM EDGAR DAY
Status: Introduced, July 2, 2026
Declares September 14, 2026 as Governor Jim Edgar Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of former Governor Jim Edgar's life, his legacy, and his extraordinary career in public service.
What the bill says
From the introduced text, October 15, 2025:
SR0460LRB104 15572 ECR 28738 r SR0460 LRB104 15572 ECR 28738 r SR0460 LRB104 15572 ECR 28738 r SENATE RESOLUTION WHEREAS, It is highly fitting that the members of the Illinois Senate recognize the accomplishments and contributions made by exceptional officials and citizens of the State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, Former Governor Jim Edgar was raised in Charleston and attended Eastern Illinois University, where his leadership was evident early on through his role as student body president; and WHEREAS, Gov. Edgar was first elected to public office in 1977; he devoted himself fully to public service, serving with distinction as State Representative of the 53rd District, Illinois Secretary of State, and ultimately as the 38th Governor of Illinois, where he guided the State through some of its most challenging times with steady resolve and an unwavering commitment to the public good; and WHEREAS, Gov. Edgar, during his two terms as governor, steered Illinois through a budget deficit with courage and foresight, ensuring that essential services were preserved while restoring public confidence in government; and WHEREAS, Gov. Edgar was a tireless advocate for education, SR0460- 2 -LRB104 15572 ECR 28738 r SR0460 - 2 - LRB104 15572 ECR 28738 r SR0460 - 2 - LRB104 15572 ECR 28738 r championing reforms that improved school funding and ensuring that every child in Illinois …
Sponsors
- Sally J. Turner (R, 44) · primary sponsor
- Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D, 23)
- Chapin Rose (R, 51)
Latest actions
- : Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments
- : Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton
- : Placed on Calendar Order of Secretary's Desk Resolutions March 3, 2026
- : Be Adopted State Government; 008-000-000
- : Assigned to State Government
- : Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Chapin Rose
- : Referred to Assignments
- : Filed with Secretary
Votes
- Be Adopted State Government (February 26, 2026): 8 yea, 0 nay, passed
Common questions
- What is SR460?
- SR460 is a bill in the Illinois Legislature (104th General Assembly): GOVERNOR JIM EDGAR DAY.
- What does SR460 do?
- Declares September 14, 2026 as Governor Jim Edgar Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of former Governor Jim Edgar's life, his legacy, and his extraordinary career in public service.
- What is the status of SR460?
- Introduced as of July 2, 2026. Latest action: Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments (July 2, 2026).
- Who sponsored SR460?
- Sally J. Turner (R, 44), with 2 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SR460?
- On the Illinois Legislature website: https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=460&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SR&SessionID=114
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