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This resolution congratulates Lucretia Rutherford on her graduation from Jackson State University with a bachelor's degree in university studies, while also recognizing her extensive public service career in the Illinois Senate. The resolution highlights Rutherford's professional achievements, including her 16-year career in legislative roles such as legislative assistant to Senate Assistant Majority Leader Mattie Hunter, minutes clerk, and executive assistant to the Legal Review Staff. It also acknowledges her work as a legislative liaison with the Department of Children and Family Services and commends her for pursuing higher education while managing professional and family responsibilities. The resolution notably praises Rutherford's professionalism, dedication, and commitment to personal growth, particularly emphasizing how she serves as an inspiring example to her son Charlie Newman, who is also a Senate page and will graduate from the same university. The document formally resolves to congratulate Rutherford and present her with a copy of the resolution as an expression of esteem and respect.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=266&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SR&SessionID=114&GA=104