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This resolution commends the designation of Route 31 in Aurora, Illinois, as the PFC Wayne W. Hill Jr. Memorial Highway through the Heroes Way Designation Program, which honors fallen military service members. The resolution highlights the heroic service of Private First Class Wayne Wilder Hill Jr., who served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was taken prisoner near Taejon, South Korea on July 20, 1950, ultimately dying in captivity on October 20, 1950. PFC Hill received multiple military honors, including the Purple Heart and Combat Infantryman's Badge, and his remains were never recovered. The resolution not only commends the highway designation but also directs that suitable copies of the resolution be presented to PFC Hill's family, recognizing his sacrifice and ensuring his memory is honored by the state of Illinois.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=299&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104