Bill Text: IL HR0124 | 2015-2016 | 99th General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Acknowledges the hard work and dedication of youth sports officials throughout the State of Illinois.

Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill

Status: (Passed) 2015-02-20 - Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Rita Mayfield [HR0124 Detail]

Download: Illinois-2015-HR0124-Introduced.html

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HOUSE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Sports participation has become a part of American
life and has been ingrained into the consciousness of society;
and
WHEREAS, There must be officials to enforce the rules of
the game and judge potential disputes between participants on
the field; and
WHEREAS, Many officials volunteer their time or receive
only minimal compensation; and
WHEREAS, Many officials participate out of a sheer love of
the game and to teach children who play the game valuable
lessons, such as sportsmanship, working as a team, and working
within the rules of the game to achieve a common goal; and
WHEREAS, Many officials are cross-trained to officiate
multiple sports; and
WHEREAS, Sports officials must make split-second
decisions, often under pressure; and
WHEREAS, Proper officiating reduces the risk of sports
injuries; and

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WHEREAS, Officiating proficiency requires rigorous
training and self-discipline; and
WHEREAS, Officials must not only know the rules of the
sport they are officiating, but also be in peak physical
condition; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE
NINETY-NINTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we
acknowledge the hard work and dedication of youth sports
officials throughout the State.