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This resolution honors Michael Jordan by designating a stretch of Warren Boulevard in Chicago (from Western Avenue to Ashland Avenue) as "Michael Jordan Way", recognizing his extraordinary achievements as a professional basketball player and cultural icon. The resolution provides extensive context about Jordan's remarkable career, highlighting his numerous accomplishments with the Chicago Bulls, including being a six-time NBA champion, six-time NBA Finals MVP, and 14-time NBA All-Star. It also traces his personal history, from his birth in Brooklyn and upbringing in North Carolina to his college basketball success at the University of North Carolina, where he made the winning shot in the 1982 NCAA Championship game. Beyond his athletic achievements, the resolution acknowledges Jordan's broader impact, noting his Presidential Medal of Freedom, philanthropic work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and global reputation for athleticism and charisma. The final section of the resolution calls for presenting Jordan with a copy of the document as a symbol of respect and esteem, officially commemorating his significant contributions to sports and culture.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=45&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HJR&SessionID=114&GA=104