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This resolution commends Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., a historic African American fraternal organization founded in 1911 at Howard University, a historically Black college (HBCU), by three students and a faculty advisor. The resolution highlights the fraternity's significant contributions, including its motto "Friendship is Essential to the Soul" and its growth to over 750 chapters worldwide, with members distinguished in various professional fields. It specifically recognizes the fraternity's commitment to community service through programs like Achievement Week, Talent Hunt competition, blood drives, and voter registration efforts, with particular emphasis on the organization's impact in Illinois, where 31 active chapters have dedicated thousands of service hours, donated substantial funds to scholarships and community initiatives, and maintained an active civic and political presence. The resolution also notes the fraternity's upcoming 2028 Grand Conclave in Chicago and their planned Omega Psi Phi Day at the Illinois State Capitol in May 2025, ultimately commending the organization for its leadership, service, and brotherhood while welcoming its members to the Capitol.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=354&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104