IL HR1509

Congratulates Kim M. Brunner, Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, on his retirement.

Recognizes Brunner's 21-year career at State Farm beginning in 1987, with promotions from counsel to his current executive position assumed in 2008.

Notes prior experience as counsel for the Illinois Department of Insurance and government relations officer for Nationwide Insurance companies.

Acknowledges educational credentials including a Bachelor's degree in political science from Augustana College and a Juris Doctor from the University of Arizona College of Law.

Recognizes Brunner's service on the Board of Overseers of the Institute for Civil Justice, as Chairman of Augustana College's Board, and memberships in various legal and community organizations.