IL SR1060

Honors Senator Susan Garrett for her service in the Illinois General Assembly, including 2 terms as State Representative and service as State Senator from the 29th Legislative District representing 13 communities in northern Illinois.

Recognizes her leadership roles on numerous committees including serving as Vice-Chairperson of Consumer Protection, Election and Campaign Reform, Commerce, and Revenue committees, and as Chairperson of the Environment Committee.

Acknowledges her legislative initiatives including increasing funding for the Comprehensive Health Insurance Plan, guaranteeing insurance coverage for autism treatment, introducing the "Do Not Flush" medication disposal campaign, and establishing the Illinois Transparency and Accountability Portal.

Commends her advocacy for constituents with special needs, government accountability, ethics reform, and transparency through regular town hall meetings and constituent engagement.

Extends best wishes to Senator Garrett as she begins the next phase of her life and directs that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to her.