IL SR1069

Honors Illinois State Senator M. Maggie Crotty upon her retirement from the Illinois Senate after decades of public service.

Recognizes Crotty's career as State Representative from 1996 to 2002 and State Senator since 2003, focusing on education, senior issues, and consumer protection.

Credits Crotty with passage of the "Silver Alert" system for missing or abducted seniors and disabled persons, advocacy for insurance coverage of childhood genetic disorders, and efforts to increase state education funding.

Notes Crotty's service on multiple Senate committees including Elections (Chairperson), Local Government (Vice-Chairperson), Higher Education, Labor, Health & Human Services, and others.

Directs presentation of a suitable copy of the resolution to Senator Crotty as a symbol of gratitude for her service to Illinois.