IL HR1535

Honors State Representative David R. Leitch on his retirement from the Illinois House of Representatives' 73rd District after a long career in public service.

Recognizes Leitch's legislative achievements including first-in-the-nation cord blood stem cell donation legislation, mammogram insurance coverage requirements, and Good Samaritan laws for physicians.

Acknowledges Leitch's work on mental health initiatives, including founding the Central Illinois Coalition for Mental Health Recovery and helping establish Peoria County Mental Health Court and the Community Crisis Center.

Highlights Leitch's role in securing $18 million for Illinois Central College East Peoria campus facilities and a $10 million loan that saved over 1,200 jobs at Keystone Steel & Wire.

Notes Leitch's extensive community service through roles with United Way, healthcare clinics, and the Peoria Convention and Visitor's Bureau, plus receipt of over 75 "Legislator of the Year" awards.