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The meeting commenced with an invocation by Pastor Scott Marsh, who emphasized the importance of unity amidst diversity in Illinois. Following the invocation, Senator Johnson led the Pledge of Allegiance. The request for video streaming and recording was granted without objection. Senator Gloria Kelton moved to postpone the reading and approval of the Senate Journal from February 25, 2026, pending the arrival of printed transcripts, which was ordered without objection. Committee reports were presented, with various Senate Bills reported as passing or passing as amended by their respective committee chairs. Notable reports included: - Senator Glowiak-Hilton: Senate Bills 3325, 3496, 3620, 3645, and 3676 do pass; Senate Bills 2806, 2846, and 2879 do pass as amended. - Senator Joyce: Senate Bill 2859 do pass; Senate Bill 3643 do pass as amended; Senate Resolutions 460 and 487 be adopted. - Senator Hastings: Senate Bills 2816, 3379, and 3524 do pass. - Senator Johnson: Senate Bills 2769, 2770, and 3565 do pass as amended. - Senator Turner: Senate Bills 3512 and 3640 do pass; Senate Bills 2756 and 3152 do pass as amended. - Senator Ventura: Senate Bill 3340 do pass as amended. - Senator Ellman: Senate Bill 3422 do pass. Senate Bill 4164 was introduced by Senator Sims concerning appropriations. Messages from the House included several bills passed on February 25, 2026, with House Bill 3769 offered by Senator Morrison receiving its first reading. Senator Beall recognized Tammy Bush, a guest in the gallery, who advocated for mental health care access through Senate Bill 2771, named in honor of her daughter. House Bill 598 was discussed, which includes property tax proposals affecting Cook County. Senator Villanueva explained the bill's provisions aimed at addressing property tax sale issues and supporting residents. The bill passed with 43 votes in favor and 7 against. The meeting continued with the second reading of several Senate Bills, with no committee or floor amendments reported for many of them. Announcements included a moment of silence for former Senate member Dan Egler, who passed away, and recognition of retiring staff member Ray Watt for his decades of service. Senator Hunter honored the late Reverend Jesse Lewis Jackson, Sr., highlighting his contributions to civil rights. The consent calendar for resolutions was adopted without objection. House Joint Resolution 57 was read and adopted, which outlined the adjournment schedule for the House and Senate. The meeting concluded with the Senate standing adjourned until noon on March 3, 2026, or to the call of the President.