IL HR0948

Honors State Senator Pat McGuire for eight years of service in the Illinois General Assembly representing Senate District 43, which includes DuPage and Will Counties since 2012.

Recognizes McGuire's advocacy for women and children, including toughening penalties on domestic abusers and funding Court Appointed Special Advocate organizations.

Acknowledges his work as chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee, including creation of the AIM HIGH state scholarship and the Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act.

Commends his support for workers' rights, collective bargaining, workplace safety through OSHA advocacy, and mass transit development in Illinois.

Directs presentation of a suitable copy of the resolution to Senator McGuire as an expression of the House's esteem and respect.