IL SR1692

Honors Illinois State Senator Michael Frerichs for his service representing the 52nd Senate District since 2007.

Recognizes his legislative achievements including passage of 2007 stem cell research law, fracking regulations, Vietnam veteran diploma law, and "Pay it Forward, Pay it Back" college tuition pilot program.

Acknowledges his service as Champaign County Auditor and Board member, volunteer firefighter, Agriculture Committee Chairman, and Higher Education Committee Chairman.

Notes his advocacy for government transparency, opposition to "pay to play" politics, vote to impeach former Governor Blagojevich, and work on enterprise zone extensions and election accessibility for college students.

Recognizes Frerichs as the first Democrat from Champaign County elected to statewide constitutional office and presents this resolution wishing him well as he prepares to serve as Illinois State Treasurer.