HR0908 93RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Firefighters are part of an unselfish organization of men and women who hold devotion to duty above personal risk and count dedication to service above personal comfort and convenience; and

WHEREAS, Firefighters carry on the tradition of service to their community and strive unceasingly to find better ways of protecting their fellow human beings from the ravages of fire and disaster; and

WHEREAS, Dedicated firefighters from across Illinois respond to the urgent call for assistance and put their lives and personal safety at risk to save the lives and property of Illinois citizens; and

WHEREAS, The Illinois Firefighter Memorial recognizes the firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty and to those who heroically serve with courage, pride, and honor; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that the second Thursday of May of each year hereafter shall be known as the "Illinois Medal of Honor and Firefighter Memorial Day" throughout the State of Illinois.