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SJR 55·IL·senate

AUDITOR GEN-APPOINTMENT

Passed One ChamberFiled Feb 24, 2026
Sponsor: Chapin Rose (R)
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Resolution Adopted 097-001-000

Feb 25, 2026

Summary

The Senate Joint Resolution names Christopher B. Meister of Oak Park as the next Auditor General of Illinois, with his term beginning on May 1, 2026. The appointment follows a recommendation from the Legislative Audit Commission and satisfies the constitutional requirement that the General Assembly appoint the Auditor General by a three‑fifths vote. This fills the key oversight position responsible for auditing state finances.

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