SB4178 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

REV JESSE JACKSON DAY ACT
Last Action
3/11/2026 - Senate: Referred to Assignments
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Willie Preston
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
5 ILCS 490/66 new  
10 ILCS 5/1-6  
30 ILCS 500/15-45  
105 ILCS 5/24-2  
205 ILCS 630/17  from Ch. 17, par. 2201
Synopsis As Introduced
Provides that the Act may be referred to as Reverend Jesse Jackson Day Act. Declares findings. Amends the State Commemorative Dates Act to commemorate October 8 as a holiday to be known as Reverend Jesse Jackson Day to honor the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., a long-time Illinois resident, ordained Baptist minister, and national civil rights leader. Provides that, when the eighth day of October falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be held and considered the holiday. Amends the Election Code, the Illinois Procurement Code, the School Code, and the Promissory Note and Bank Holiday Act to include Reverend Jesse Jackson Day as a holiday. Effective immediately.
Actions
DateChamberAction
3/11/2026SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Willie Preston
3/11/2026SenateFirst Reading
3/11/2026SenateReferred to Assignments