Illinois 2023-2024 Regular Session

Illinois House Bill HR0861

Introduced
7/11/24  

Caption

MEMORIAL-PEARLY M. BONDS

Impact

The resolution serves not only to honor Pearly Bonds but also to highlight the importance of civil rights leaders in advocating for equality and justice. It emphasizes the impact that local community figures can have on societal changes, especially in areas concerning race relations and community engagement. By memorializing Bonds, the resolution seeks to inspire future generations to continue her legacy of service and activism.

Summary

HR0861 is a House Resolution mourning the passing of Pearly Mae Bonds, a dedicated civil rights leader from Peoria, Illinois. The bill pays tribute to Bonds' extensive involvement in civil rights activism spanning over 50 years, notably her contributions to the community, including the establishment of the NAACP building in Peoria, which was named in her honor. The resolution reflects the respect and admiration the community has for her lifelong dedication to social justice and community service.

Contention

While the resolution itself is primarily commemorative and unlikely to produce direct legislative contention, it embodies themes relevant to ongoing discussions surrounding civil rights and recognition of historical figures' contributions to social justice. Some may argue the necessity of recognizing past leaders in a context that encourages further action against current issues in civil rights, thus fostering broader debates about the progress and challenges that remain.

Notable_points

The resolution notes Pearly Bonds' various accolades, including multiple local awards for her service and recognition of her role in significant community organizations. The document lists her achievements and describes her legacy, which could incite reflection on the state of civil rights today and provoke discussions about how women and minorities are honored in legislative contexts.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

IL SR1113

MEMORIAL-PEARLY M. BONDS

IL HR0138

MEMORIAL-MARY ANDERSON-FARRIS

IL SR0877

MEMORIAL-RUTH M. CALLAHAN

IL SR0280

MEMORIAL-DONNA HAERR

IL HR0047

MEMORIAL-JOSIE D. RANDLE

IL HR0679

MEMORIAL-A. LYNN SCOTT PEARSON

IL HR0669

MEMORIAL-SUSIE M. NATHAN

IL SR1230

MEMORIAL-DOROTHY BERTSCHY

IL SR0149

MEMORIAL-DOROTHY JOHNSON

IL HR0406

MEMORIAL-ERNESTINE JACKSON

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.