Bill Text: IL SR0499 | 2023-2024 | 103rd General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Mourns the passing of Lieutenant Governor Sheila Y. Oliver of the State of New Jersey.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2023-10-26 - Resolution Adopted [SR0499 Detail]

Download: Illinois-2023-SR0499-Introduced.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened
to learn of the death of Lieutenant Governor Sheila Y. Oliver
of the State of New Jersey; and
WHEREAS, Lt. Gov. Oliver was a pioneer and trailblazer in
public service, becoming the first Black woman to serve as
Speaker of the New Jersey General Assembly and only the second
Black woman to lead any state legislature in the United
States; and
WHEREAS, After years of representing the communities of
North Jersey, Lt. Gov. Oliver was selected to be Phil Murphy's
running mate during the 2017 election for governor of New
Jersey; she was sworn in as lieutenant governor of New Jersey
in January 2018, becoming the first Black woman to serve in
that position in the state; she and Governor Murphy were
reelected in 2021; and
WHEREAS, At the time of her passing, Lt. Gov. Oliver was
serving as acting governor while Gov. Murphy was out of state;
and
WHEREAS, As a lawmaker, Lt. Gov. Oliver was noted for her
brilliance and fearlessness, approaching the legislative

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process with thoughtful compassion; throughout her political
career, she remained committed to serving the people of New
Jersey, making tireless efforts to uplift the community while
always believing things could become better for individuals,
the community, and the State of New Jersey; and
WHEREAS, Lt. Gov. Oliver leaves behind a legacy of
dedication, service, and inspiration; she will be remembered
as an accomplished legislator and a cherished daughter,
sister, aunt, friend, and hero; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL
ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of
Lieutenant Governor Sheila Y. Oliver of the State of New
Jersey and extend our sincere condolences to her family,
friends, and all who knew and loved her; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be
presented to the family of Lt. Gov. Oliver as an expression of
our deepest sympathy.