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HR0664Introduced in the House

AMERICA-250TH ANNIVERSARY

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Introduced by Amy Elik, District 111

What does this bill do?

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Official description

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.

Where it stands

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Joe C. Sosnowski

June 23, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Amy Elik

  2. Referred to Rules Committee

  3. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Jackie Haas

  4. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs

  5. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Norine K. Hammond

  6. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Christopher "C.D." Davidsmeyer

  7. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie

  8. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Regan Deering

  9. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Patrick Windhorst

  10. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tom Weber

  11. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Joe C. Sosnowski

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