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This resolution congratulates the League of Women Voters of the La Grange Area on its 100th anniversary, recognizing its long-standing commitment to promoting democracy and civic engagement. Established in 1924 at a local home, the La Grange League is a chapter of the national League of Women Voters, an organization dedicated to protecting voting rights, ensuring representative democracy, and empowering voters through advocacy, education, and litigation. The resolution highlights the organization's significant contributions, including educating generations of community members through candidate forums and educational programs, with many of its members serving in local and state government leadership roles. The local chapter now comprises 120 members from 12 communities and continues to work on important issues such as school finance and affordable housing. The resolution formally congratulates the League on its centennial anniversary, celebrated on December 9, 2024, and includes a provision to present the organization with a copy of the resolution as a symbol of respect and appreciation.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=37&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104