HB2460 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY
State of Illinois
2025 and 2026
HB2460

Introduced 2/4/2025, by Rep. Mary Gill

SYNOPSIS AS INTRODUCED:

5 ILCS 490/197 new

Amends the State Commemorative Dates Act. Designates August 27 of each year as Hero Day, to be observed as a day throughout the State to recognize those whose unwavering commitment to public safety has earned them our great respect, esteem, and gratitude. Effective immediately.

A BILL FOR

AN ACT concerning government.

Be it enacted by the People of the State of Illinois, represented in the General Assembly:

Section 5. The State Commemorative Dates Act is amended by adding Section 197 as follows:

(5 ILCS 490/197 new)

Sec. 197. Hero Day. August 27 of each year is designated as Hero Day, to be observed as a day throughout the State to recognize those whose unwavering commitment to public safety has earned them our great respect, esteem, and gratitude.

Section 99. Effective date. This Act takes effect upon becoming law.