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This resolution mourns the passing of Caleb Thomas Elliott, a 19-year-old who was tragically electrocuted while working at a house in Troy, Illinois on August 11, 2017, and seeks to raise awareness about electrical safety. The resolution declares August 11, 2025, as "Caleb's Legacy: Electrical Awareness for a Safer Tomorrow Day" in Illinois, highlighting the importance of preventing such incidents in the future. It urges local government units to require electricians and electrician trainees to be properly trained and equipped with certified multimeter tools, which are devices used to test electrical circuits for safety. The resolution also calls for creating a donation program to promote awareness about electrical safety and extends condolences to Caleb's family, including his parents Doug and Dawn Elliott and his siblings. The document underscores the fact that Illinois lacks a statewide standardized electrician license and emphasizes the critical need for caution and safety in electrical work to prevent similar tragedies.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=283&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104