SUPPORTS-CIVIC PARTIC AT 250

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SR0692
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SENATE RESOLUTION

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WHEREAS, July 4, 2026 will mark the 250th anniversary, or
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Semiquincentennial, of the adoption of the Declaration of
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Independence by the Second Continental Congress in 1776; and

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WHEREAS, The Semiquincentennial provides an opportunity to
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reflect on the complex history of the United States, including
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its founding principles, its aspirations, its contradictions,
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and the ongoing effort to realize the promise of liberty and
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equality for all; and

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WHEREAS, The Declaration of Independence articulated
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foundational ideals, including equality, unalienable rights,
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and government grounded in the consent of the governed; these
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principles have inspired civic movements, democratic
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participation, and continued efforts toward justice throughout
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the nation's history; and

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WHEREAS, The history of the United States includes both
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notable achievements and profound injustices, and a full
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commemoration of the Semiquincentennial calls for an inclusive
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and robust examination of that history; and

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WHEREAS, What is now the State of Illinois has played a
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significant role in the nation's development since joining the

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Union in 1818, shaped by the contributions, cultures, labor,
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service, and civic engagement of diverse communities across
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the State; and

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WHEREAS, The Illinois America 250 Commission seeks to
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promote inclusive public engagement, support educational
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initiatives, encourage civic participation, and foster
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dialogue about the nation's past, present, and future; and

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WHEREAS, The Semiquincentennial offers a meaningful
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opportunity for communities across Illinois to explore local
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histories, elevate underrepresented voices, and consider how
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democratic principles can be strengthened for future
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generations; therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL
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ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize the 250th
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anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence
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as an opportunity for reflection, inspiration, education,
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dialogue, and civic engagement; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That we encourage residents, cities, towns,
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suburbs and municipalities, educational institutions, cultural
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organizations, civic groups, tourism bureaus, and businesses
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throughout Illinois to participate in and support activities
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that examine our shared history accessibly and inclusively,

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promote understanding of democratic principles, inspire the
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exchange of ideas about this historic milestone, and
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strengthen civic life; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That we encourage and support all efforts to
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bolster the history, heritage, and cultural organizations that
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preserve and protect our State's archives, museums, libraries,
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historic sites, and community collections, ensuring broad
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public access to Illinois' diverse histories and strengthening
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opportunities for education, research, and civic engagement
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for present and future generations; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That we support efforts to expand access to
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high-quality civics education that prepares individuals for
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thoughtful, constructive participation in our democracy with
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an understanding of the nation's founding ideals and the
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diverse people and communities in Illinois who have engaged,
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and continue to engage, in the work required to realize them
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fully for our residents and all residents of the states and
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territories of the United States of America.

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