Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced 10 R cosponsors

HR0664      — AMERICA-250TH ANNIVERSARY

Last action — Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Joe C. Sosnowski

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced February 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

Recognizes the 250th anniversary of the United States and encourages participation in commemorative events.

The bill commemorates the 250th anniversary of the USA in 2026 and encourages participation from various sectors to reflect on history and civic values. It also promotes enhanced civics education in Illinois to ensure future generations understand the principles of governance.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families are encouraged to engage in commemorative activities that reflect on U.S. history and values.
  • Education: Educational institutions are prompted to improve civics education for a better understanding of governance.

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.

Bill Text

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Action History

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

  2. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tom Weber

  3. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Patrick Windhorst

  4. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Regan Deering

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

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

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

  8. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs

  9. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Jackie Haas

  10. Referred to Rules Committee

  11. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Amy Elik

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 9 co-sponsors · 173 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (9)

Not signed on (173)

173 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

civil-rights education
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR0664      do?
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.
Who sponsors HR0664     ?
HR0664      is sponsored by Amy Elik (Republican), Jackie Haas (Republican), Paul Jacobs (Republican), Norine K. Hammond (Republican), Christopher "C.D." Davidsmeyer (Republican), Tony M. McCombie (Republican), Regan Deering (Republican), Patrick Windhorst (Republican), Tom Weber (Republican), and Joe C. Sosnowski (Republican).
What is the current status of HR0664     ?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced February 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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