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This resolution is a memorial honoring Charles James "Charlie" Kirk, a conservative political activist who died tragically at age 31 after being shot while speaking at a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University. The resolution highlights Kirk's background as a native of Arlington Heights, Illinois, who co-founded Turning Point USA in 2012 at age 18, transforming it from a small campus organization into a well-funded national conservative advocacy group. It notes his significant contributions to political discourse, including hosting a radio show, appearing at major conservative conferences like CPAC, authoring books, and championing free speech through campus speaking tours. The resolution acknowledges his personal life, including his marriage to Erika Lane Frantzve and his role as a father to two young children, and expresses deep condolences to his family, friends, and supporters. The document formally mourns his passing and resolves to present a copy of the resolution to his family as an expression of sympathy, recognizing Kirk's impact on political activism and his untimely death while engaging in public dialogue.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=463&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104