HR0716 93RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Music in the schools of Illinois is designed to bring about recognition of the vital place of music in the education process; and

WHEREAS, Music is a powerful and aesthetic force that gives our young people a sense of civilization because it dignifies the realm of feeling by merging intellect and emotion in the search for a humane way of life; and

WHEREAS, Music is a basic influence in the lives of millions of people who participate in creating, performing, and listening experiences developed through music in the schools; and

WHEREAS, Music in our schools is a special opportunity for citizens to understand and support the ongoing process of music education; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize the importance of music in the schools of the State of Illinois, and we thank music teachers and staff throughout the State for their dedication to music education.