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HR0718 • 2026
FALLEN FIRST RESPONDERS MONTH
This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.
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FALLEN FIRST RESPONDERS MONTH
Resolution Adopted
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Severin
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Bradley Fritts
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Patrick Windhorst
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Gregg Johnson
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nicolle Grasse
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Martha Deuter
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Rick Ryan
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Justin Cochran
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Lindsey LaPointe
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. David Friess
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anthony DeLuca
Recommends Be Adopted Police & Fire Committee ; 011-000-000
Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions
Assigned to Police & Fire Committee
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. John M. Cabello
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Dennis Tipsword
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Kelly
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jason R. Bunting
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Matt Hanson
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. William E Hauter
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nicole La Ha
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Brandun Schweizer
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dan Ugaste
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Adam M. Niemerg
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Coffey, Jr.
Referred to Rules Committee
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Patrick Sheehan
FALLEN FIRST RESPONDERS MONTH
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Full Text of HR0718 Home Legislation Full Text HR0718 - 104th General Assembly Bill Status Full Text Votes Witness Slips Select Menu Bill Status Full Text Votes Witness Slips Printer Friendly Version Introduced Printer Friendly Version Introduced Open PDF HR0718 LRB104 21107 ECR 35284 r 1 HOUSE RESOLUTION 2 WHEREAS, Firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement 3 officers dedicate their lives to protecting the public, 4 preserving life and property, and maintaining peace and safety 5 within our communities; and 6 WHEREAS, These courageous men and women respond without 7 hesitation to emergencies, disasters, acts of violence, and 8 moments of crisis, often placing themselves in harm's way for 9 the benefit of others; and 10 WHEREAS, Throughout our nation's history, countless first 11 responders have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of 12 duty, leaving behind families, friends, and grateful 13 communities; and 14 WHEREAS, Their bravery, selflessness, and commitment to 15 service embody the highest ideals of public service and 16 reflect the enduring strength and character of our 17 communities; and 18 WHEREAS, It is fitting and proper that the State of 19 Illinois set aside time to honor the memory of those who gave 20 their lives in service, to recognize the sacrifices of their 21 families, and to reaffirm support for those who continue to HR0718 - 2 - LRB104 21107 ECR 35284 r 1 serve; therefore, be it 2 RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE 3 HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that 4 we declare June 2026 as Fallen First Responders Month in the 5 State of Illinois in honor of all the firefighters, 6 paramedics, and law enforcement officers who have made the 7 ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty; and be it further 8 RESOLVED, That we encourage citizens to observe this 9 designation with appropriate ceremonies, memorial services, 10 moments of silence, educational programs, and acts of 11 community service to honor the legacy of our fallen heroes; 12 and be it further 13 RESOLVED, That we express our deepest gratitude to the 14 families of the fallen, and we pledge our continued support to 15 the men and women who serve and protect our communities each 16 day. 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