Summary#
HR-1064 is an introduced Illinois House resolution titled “MEMORIAL-DJ SAM CHATMAN.” It does not amend a law or create a program: it expresses the House’s mourning and condolences for DJ Sam Chatman’s death, with the goal of recognizing his life and cultural contributions.
- The resolution states that Chatman helped shape and preserve Chicago steppin’ and was known as the “Godfather of Steppin’.”
- It directs that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to his family.
- The resolution is at the introduced stage; it has not yet been adopted.
What it means for you#
- Chatman’s family: If the resolution is adopted, the House’s condolences would be formally expressed and a copy presented to the family.
- Everyone else: It creates no new rights, duties, benefits, restrictions, or public services.
Money#
No cost information is in the available material.
- The resolution calls for a copy to be presented, but gives no cost estimate or funding source.
What is unclear#
- The resolution does not say what form the “suitable copy” would take or when it would be presented.
- Whether the resolution will be adopted is not established by the supplied material.
Case for#
- The resolution formally recognizes Chatman’s role in Chicago’s dance culture and his contributions to his family and community.
- Presenting the resolution to his family could offer a public expression of the House’s condolences.
Case against#
- The resolution does not create a lasting program or other practical support for his family or the dance culture it recognizes.
- The material does not specify the cost or details of presenting the copy.