HI HR23

Commends Senator Toi Hutchinson on her election as President of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) at the 2018 Legislative Summit.

Recognizes Hutchinson's accomplishments as Illinois State Senator since 2009, including passing laws on workplace protections for pregnant women, rape kit testing within 10 days, and increased penalties for exploitation of seniors and people with disabilities.

Acknowledges Hutchinson's work as Chair of the Senate Revenue Committee to close corporate tax loopholes and increase the Earned Income Tax Credit and standard tax exemption.

Honors William T. Pound for his 43-year career at NCSL, including 31 years as Executive Director, during which he expanded the organization's programs and advocacy for state legislatures.

Recognizes Pound's upcoming retirement after dedicating over four decades to advancing NCSL's mission of supporting state legislatures and strengthening representative democracy.