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This resolution, passed by the Illinois Senate, mourns the passing of Dean E. Williams of Springfield, who died on December 30, 2025. The resolution acknowledges his significant career as a still photographer on over 160 Hollywood films and television productions, his work as a producer and director, and his founding and leadership of the Central Illinois Film Commission (CIFC), an organization dedicated to promoting Central Illinois as a filming location and supporting the local creative community. It also notes his other professional roles, including owning Dean Williams Photography and serving as chief photographer for the Illinois State Police, as well as his community involvement with Elm Street Christian Church, VFW Post #10302, and the Republican Party, and his memberships in professional organizations like the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences to his surviving family and friends, recognizing his legacy as a visionary, mentor, and advocate for the film and creative community.