Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced 3 D cosponsors

HR0847      — RECOGNIZE-CHICAGO BLUES

Last action — Resolution Adopted

  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 April 30, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Prognosis

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Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

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In plain language

The bill recognizes Chicago's blues heritage and supports its preservation and promotion.

This measure acknowledges Chicago as the 'Blues Capital of the World' and celebrates its influential artists. It calls for community advocacy, public art, and government support to preserve blues culture and historic sites.

What this means for you
  • Families: This bill supports initiatives that promote music education and heritage, which can benefit families involved in local arts.

Summary

Recognizes Chicago's unparalleled history as the "Blues Capital of the World". Celebrates the artists, past and present, who have shaped the soundtrack of our State. Supports the calls for the City of Chicago to develop permanent, physical monuments and public art installations beyond existing murals to provide the reverence and international visibility that Chicago blues pioneers deserve. Urges for greater community advocacy and a revival of investment in blues culture and for the State and local governments to provide substantial support for the infrastructure that solidifies the legacy of the legendary Blues artists including the preservation of historic sites such as Muddy Waters' Kenwood home and support for local blues education non-profits.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Resolution Adopted

  2. Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions

  3. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Carol Ammons

  4. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Camille Y. Lilly

  5. Recommends Be Adopted Museum, Arts, Culture, and Entertainment; 011-000-000

  6. Assigned to Museum, Arts, Culture, and Entertainment

  7. Referred to Rules Committee

  8. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Kimberly Du Buclet

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 180 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (2)

Not signed on (180)

180 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR0847      do?
Recognizes Chicago's unparalleled history as the "Blues Capital of the World". Celebrates the artists, past and present, who have shaped the soundtrack of our State. Supports the calls for the City of Chicago to develop permanent, physical monuments and public art installations beyond existing murals to provide the reverence and international visibility that Chicago blues pioneers deserve. Urges for greater community advocacy and a revival of investment in blues culture and for the State and local governments to provide substantial support for the infrastructure that solidifies the legacy of the legendary Blues artists including the preservation of historic sites such as Muddy Waters' Kenwood home and support for local blues education non-profits.
Who sponsors HR0847     ?
HR0847      is sponsored by Kimberly Du Buclet (Democrat), Camille Y. Lilly (Democrat), and Carol Ammons (Democrat).
What is the current status of HR0847     ?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 30, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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