HR0864Introduced in the House
IL FALLEN HEROES MONTH
Introduced by Brandun Schweizer, District 104
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Declares June 2026 as Illinois Fallen Heroes Month in the State of Illinois to honor the service and sacrifice of fallen heroes across our State. Encourages citizens, schools, businesses, veterans' organizations, and government entities across the State to observe Illinois Fallen Heroes Month through ceremonies, tributes, and acts of remembrance that honor the legacy and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for our nation. Affirms that these observances serve as a solemn counterpart to Illinois Military Appreciation Month, ensuring that we both honor those who continue to serve our communities and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Where it stands
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin Schmidt
May 28, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Veterans' Affairs Committee · May 19, 2026
13
Yes
0
No
3
Absent or Not Voting
16 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lindsey LaPointe | 19 | Not Voting |
| Mary Gill | 35 | Yes |
| Martha Deuter | 45 | Yes |
| Amy Grant | 47 | Not Voting |
| Maura Hirschauer | 49 | Not Voting |
| Mary Canty | 54 | Yes |
| Daniel Swanson | 71 | Yes |
| Gregg Johnson | 72 | Yes |
| Amy Briel | 76 | Yes |
| Matt Hanson | 83 | Yes |
Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Brandun Schweizer
Referred to Rules Committee
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Patrick Sheehan
Assigned to Veterans' Affairs Committee
Recommends Be Adopted Veterans' Affairs Committee; 013-000-000
Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dan Swanson
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Stephanie A. Kifowit
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Amy Briel
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Mary Beth Canty
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Sharon Chung
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Martha Deuter
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Mary Gill
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Matt Hanson
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Gregg Johnson
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Lindsey LaPointe
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Wayne A. Rosenthal
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kyle Moore
Removed Co-Sponsor Rep. Stephanie A. Kifowit
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Stephanie A. Kifowit
Resolution Adopted
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Norine K. Hammond
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Coffey, Jr.
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Christopher "C.D." Davidsmeyer
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nicole La Ha
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jackie Haas
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Amy Elik
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tom Weber
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Blaine Wilhour
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nicolle Grasse
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Adam M. Niemerg
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Regan Deering
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin Schmidt
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