SR0240

CONGRATS-HON. JAMES A. KNECHT

Introduced·4/25/25
Introduced Text

Congratulates Honorable James A. "Jim" Knecht on his 50th anniversary as a judge in Illinois.

The Illinois Senate congratulates Honorable James A. "Jim" Knecht on his 50th anniversary of serving on the bench, making him the longest-serving judge in the state. Knecht began his career as a law clerk for Illinois Supreme Court Justice Robert C. Underwood and has held various judicial positions since 1975. He has also served as an adjunct professor at Illinois State University and is involved in several professional and community organizations. The resolution expresses esteem and respect for his long and distinguished career.

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History

May 15, 2025

Senate

Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. David Koehler

Apr 25, 2025

Senate

Filed with Secretary

Apr 25, 2025

Senate

Referred to Assignments