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Introduced
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Recognizes and Commemorates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America on July 4, 2026. Encourages all citizens, communities, educational institutions, civic organizations, and businesses within Illinois to participate in commemorative events and activities that reflect on our history, celebrate our achievements, and reaffirm our commitment to the ideals of liberty, equality, self-government, and federalism. Encourages educational institutions across Illinois to enhance civics education, ensuring that future generations understand the critical importance of active civic participation, the principles of federalism, and the decentralized governance that protects liberty and promotes responsive government.
AI Summary
This resolution recognizes and commemorates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States on July 4, 2026, an event also known as the Semiquincentennial. It encourages everyone in Illinois, including citizens, communities, schools, organizations, and businesses, to participate in events that reflect on American history, celebrate achievements, and reaffirm core ideals like liberty, equality, self-government, and federalism. Federalism is a system where power is divided between national and state governments, promoting decentralized governance that is intended to protect liberty and ensure government responsiveness to the people. The resolution also urges educational institutions in Illinois to strengthen civics education, so future generations understand the importance of active participation in government, the principles of federalism, and how decentralized governance contributes to a responsive government.
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs (on 02/23/2026)
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