GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Lame duck Democrats let bad bills fly. In the final minutes of the Illinois House of Representatives’ 2024 Veto Session, House Republican Floor Leader Patrick Windhorst called for a vote to end Veto Session, and the entirety of the 103rd General Assembly, “sine die,” a Latin term that means “without a day.” A Sine Die adjournment would have ended session without setting a date to reconvene, but the motion was struck down by House Democrats, thus setting a time for the 103rd General Assembly to reconvene once more in early January in what is known as a “lame duck session.”

As a new year begins, many of us take the time to set New Year’s resolutions. It may be getting healthier, learning a new skill, or spending more time with loved ones, but no matter what it is, resolutions reflect our hopes for the year ahead. However, keeping these resolutions as the new year begins can be a bit more challenging. If you’ve struggled with sticking to your goals in the past, don’t worry; you’re not alone! Here are some practical strategies to help you stay on track and make meaningful progress this coming year.

In the final minutes of the Illinois House of Representatives’ 2024 Veto Session, House Republican Floor Leader Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) called for a vote to end Veto Session, and the entirety of the 103rd General Assembly, “sine die,” a Latin term that means “without a day.” A Sine Die adjournment would have ended session without setting a date to reconvene, but the motion was struck down by House Democrats, thus setting a time for the 103rd General Assembly to reconvene once more in early January in what is known as a “lame duck session.”

Each new year represents an opportunity for a fresh start and the perfect time to reflect on the past year and celebrate accomplishments. Cheers to the triumphs of the year past and to the new beginnings awaiting in 2025.