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HR0819
LRB104 21463 LAW 36620 r
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HOUSE RESOLUTION

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WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of
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Representatives wish to commend Aman Yohannes, a student at
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Loyola Academy, for distinguishing himself through sustained
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excellence in academics, extracurricular activities, and civic
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engagement; and

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WHEREAS, Aman Yohannes is a dynamic youth leader in the
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Uptown neighborhood of Chicago's 46th Ward who immigrated to
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the United States from Ethiopia at a young age, bringing a
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global perspective that informs his leadership and engagement
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in civic and international issues; and

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WHEREAS, While attending Loyola Academy, Aman Yohannes has
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been deeply involved in a wide range of meaningful activities,
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including Ambassadors, Debate, Hope Squad, Model United
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Nations, Politics Club, Scholastic Bowl, Youth Civic Union,
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and student newspaper The Prep, demonstrating both breadth and
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depth of engagement; and

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WHEREAS, Aman Yohannes has demonstrated exceptional
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achievement in Model United Nations, earning repeated
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recognition as an Outstanding Delegate at conferences and
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contributing to the success and development of fellow
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participants through mentorship and research support; and

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WHEREAS, Aman Yohannes has served as president of the
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Politics Club, where he has led substantive discussions on
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topics ranging from local elections to international affairs
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by incorporating multiple news sources and perspectives,
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fostering thoughtful dialogue, encouraging broad student
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participation in civic discourse, and helping peers critically
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analyze current events and engage in informed, respectful
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debate; and

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WHEREAS, Aman Yohannes has also served on the board of
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Loyola Academy's Diversity, Inclusion, and Cultural Engagement
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(DICE) organization, where he has worked to promote a more
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inclusive and equitable school community; and

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WHEREAS, Beyond his formal leadership roles, Aman Yohannes
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has actively supported less experienced students by providing
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guidance on conference strategy and preparation, strengthening
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the overall performance of his peers; and

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WHEREAS, Aman Yohannes has been recognized as a peer
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leader at Loyola Academy, such as when he was selected as a
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featured speaker at the school's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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assembly and Mass, where he delivered remarks that resonated
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across the school community and reflected his commitment to
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service and justice; and

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WHEREAS, Aman Yohannes has received a number of accolades
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during his high school career, including being awarded a top
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honor at Loyola Academy for co-curricular achievement in
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recognition of his outstanding leadership and involvement
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among a junior class of approximately 500 students; and

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WHEREAS, Aman Yohannes has also contributed to service
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initiatives and continues to pursue opportunities to deepen
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his understanding of global issues, expressing aspirations
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toward a future career in law, public policy, or foreign
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service; therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
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HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that
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we commend Aman Yohannes for his exemplary leadership,
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academic achievement, and commitment to civic engagement, and
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we thank him for the positive impact he has made on his school
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and community; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be
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presented to Aman Yohannes as an expression of our esteem and
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respect.

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