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This resolution declares June 23, 2026, as Michael Jordan Day in the State of Illinois to commemorate the legendary basketball player's extraordinary achievements and significant contributions. The resolution highlights Jordan's remarkable NBA career with the Chicago Bulls, during which he won six NBA championships, was a six-time NBA Finals MVP, a five-time NBA Most Valuable Player, and a 14-time NBA All-Star. It also traces his early life, including his birth in Brooklyn, upbringing in North Carolina, and his college basketball career at the University of North Carolina, where he was named ACC Freshman of the Year and made the winning shot in the 1982 NCAA Championship game. The resolution emphasizes Jordan's broader impact beyond sports, noting his Presidential Medal of Freedom, philanthropic work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and his status as a global cultural icon renowned for his athleticism, business acumen, and charisma. By establishing this day, the Illinois General Assembly aims to honor Jordan's legacy and inspire future generations of fans and athletes.

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https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=491&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104