Bill Text: IL HR1261 | 2017-2018 | 100th General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Congratulates Brad Vinyard on earning a bronze medal at the World's Strongest Disabled Man competition in Norway.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2018-11-13 - Resolution Adopted [HR1261 Detail]

Download: Illinois-2017-HR1261-Introduced.html

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HOUSE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of
Representatives wish to congratulate Brad Vinyard on earning a
bronze medal at the World's Strongest Disabled Man competition
in Norway on September 8, 2018; and
WHEREAS, 22 years ago, Brad Vinyard, a three-sport senior
athlete at Harrisburg High School was diagnosed with
osteosarcoma; this led to a knee replacement and then a leg
amputation; and
WHEREAS, Brad Vinyard did not let his diagnosis or his
disability slow him down and maintained a continued dedication
to competitive sports; and
WHEREAS, Brad Vinyard's reasons for competing have never
been about trophies, medals, or awards; he desires to motivate
those who might be struggling with a difficulty in their lives;
and
WHEREAS, After a few weeks to recover, Brad Vinyard will be
back in the gym prepping for his next event; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we

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congratulate Brad Vinyard on earning a bronze medal at the
World's Strongest Disabled Man competition and wish him the
best in all his future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be
presented to Brad Vinyard as an expression of our esteem and
respect.