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This resolution mourns the death of Dakota James Welch, a young person from Morris, Illinois, who passed away on October 20, 2025. Born on August 21, 2008, Dakota was the youngest of five children and was known for his compassionate nature and dream of becoming a pediatric mental health nurse. The resolution highlights Dakota's love for soccer, fishing, and hockey, as well as his strong faith at the Village Christian Church in Minooka. It emphasizes his gentle spirit, kindness, and the profound impact he had on those around him. The Illinois House of Representatives officially expresses its deepest condolences to Dakota's family, including his parents Sheila and Keegan Welch, and his siblings Hunter, Mackenzie, Kaden, and Paxton. The resolution also acknowledges the creation of the Dakota Welch Memorial Fund, which will provide grants and scholarships to the community, and formally resolves to present a copy of the resolution to his family as an expression of sympathy.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=545&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104