SR0329 is a Senate resolution expressing condolences on the death of Candice “Candy” Law of Pana, Illinois, who died on May 14, 2025. The resolution recounts her life and community ties, including her birth in Pana, education at Lake Land College, marriage to Kerwin Law, and her 30-year career as a paraprofessional at Pana Elementary School. It also notes her long service teaching children’s church at the First Church of the Nazarene and her enjoyment of family, animals, crafts, and iced coffee.
The resolution formally states that the Illinois Senate mourns her passing and extends sympathy to her family, friends, and others who knew her. It directs that a suitable copy be presented to her family as an expression of condolence. As a memorial resolution, it does not create or amend substantive law, but serves as an official legislative tribute and record of remembrance.
Impact
SR0329 has no regulatory or fiscal impact and does not amend the Illinois Compiled Statutes. Its effect is ceremonial: it recognizes an individual’s life and service, places the Senate’s condolences into the official record, and authorizes presentation of the resolution to the family. The only parties directly affected are Candy Law’s family, friends, and community, who receive the legislature’s formal expression of sympathy.
Sentiment
The sentiment around SR0329 is uniformly respectful and sympathetic. The bill text itself is entirely commemorative, and there is no indication of opposition, debate, or division in the available voting or committee records. Because no votes or committee transcripts are provided, the available context suggests a routine memorial resolution with broad, noncontroversial support.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. The resolution is a standard memorial tribute, and no policy disagreements, amendments, or procedural disputes are reflected in the bill text, vote history, or committee discussion. Any discussion would likely have been limited to honoring Candy Law’s life and contributions rather than debating legislative issues.