Illinois 2025-2026 Regular Session

Illinois House Bill HR0091

Introduced
1/29/25  

Caption

RECOGNIZE-LTC MARIA E. SANCHEZ

Summary

House Resolution 91 is a ceremonial measure in which the Illinois House of Representatives recognizes Lieutenant Colonel Maria Elizabeth Sanchez for her military career, leadership, education, and service to the State of Illinois and the Chicago Military Entrance Processing Station. The resolution recites her progression through numerous Army assignments, deployments, professional military education, academic degrees, and awards, and it highlights her role as commander of the 6th Battalion and Chicago MEPS. The resolution does not create, amend, or repeal any law. Instead, it serves as an official expression of appreciation and commendation by the House, placing LTC Sanchez’s accomplishments into the legislative record and formally honoring her contributions to military recruiting and personnel processing operations in Illinois.

Impact

HR0091 has no direct legal or regulatory impact on Illinois statutes, state agencies, or private parties. Its effect is symbolic and commemorative only: it uses the House’s formal resolution power to recognize an individual service member and to acknowledge the work of the Chicago Military Entrance Processing Station and the U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command mission.

Sentiment

The available record indicates uniformly positive sentiment. The bill is framed entirely as praise and recognition, with no recorded committee debate, amendments, or votes showing opposition. Because it is a congratulatory resolution honoring military service and public contribution, the measure appears noncontroversial and likely to have broad support.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the text or available legislative history. The resolution is purely honorary, so there are no competing viewpoints about statutory changes, spending, or enforcement. Any discussion would likely center only on the appropriateness of the recognition and the honoree’s service record, not on legislative substance.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IL SR823

White, Colonel Rick; recognize

IL HR312

In memory of Audon Sanchez Cardenas of San Antonio.

IL HCR31

U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Quewanncoll “Que” Stephens, Sr. Memorial Bridge

IL SR0428

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Dariana Sanchez Arredondo, 2026 Salutatorian of Raleigh-Egypt High School.

IL HJR1295

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Dariana Sanchez Arredondo, 2026 Salutatorian of Raleigh-Egypt High School.

IL SR328

Heyward, Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Geneva; recognize

IL SR804

Heyward, Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Geneva; recognize

IL SR747

Collins, Wayne; recognize

IL HR0772

RECOGNIZES-GEN. SHALIKASHVILI

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.