IL HR1070

Commends State Representative Keith Wheeler on his retirement from the Illinois House of Representatives for the 50th District after serving since 2014 and being reelected in 2016, 2018, and 2020.

Recognizes Wheeler's leadership positions including Chairman of the Republican Conference (2018) and Assistant Republican Leader (2019), along with his service on multiple House committees.

Highlights Wheeler's major legislative achievements including the Blue Collar Jobs Act (2019), Henry's Law (2021) for pregnant women's parking accommodations, health insurance coverage for hormone therapy (2022), and legislation ensuring Lake Michigan water access for Montgomery, Oswego, and Yorkville.

Notes Wheeler's recognition from organizations including the Illinois Farm Bureau, Illinois Chamber of Commerce, TechNet, National Federation of Independent Business, and various community groups for his advocacy and business leadership.

Acknowledges Wheeler's family connections to Illinois political history as a descendant of 19th-century State Representative A.K. Wheeler and his family including wife Lisa Linden Wheeler, daughter Ava, and stepsons Matthew and Chad.