HR0621 100TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to recognize the 2017 Day of the Dead celebration in Aurora on November 5, 2017; and

WHEREAS, The Day of the Dead is a holiday celebrated throughout Mexico, in particular the central and south regions; it is also celebrated by people of Mexican ancestry living in other places, especially the United States; the multi-day holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died and help support their spiritual journey; and

WHEREAS, The Day of the Dead celebration in Aurora began in 2012 as a way to remember loved ones who had passed throughout the years; participants honor their loved ones' lives while indulging in their favorite foods, drinks, music, and achievements; and

WHEREAS, The goal of the Day of the Dead celebration in Aurora is for families in the area to learn about cultures, traditions, and perspectives on life and death; and

WHEREAS, The Aurora community plays a crucial role in this celebration, bringing together participants of all skill levels, ethnicities, ages, and backgrounds and helps provide opportunities for all residents to achieve a common goal; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize the 2017 Day of the Dead celebration in Aurora on November 5, 2017; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the organizers of this year's celebration.