Bill Text: IL SR0772 | 2025-2026 | 104th General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Recognizes the rapid responders of Illinois for their dedication, courage, and unwavering commitment to protecting and uplifting communities. Acknowledges the vital role rapid responders play in supporting immigrant families, promoting safety and awareness, and strengthening unity across all communities.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)

Status: (Introduced) 2026-05-06 - Referred to Assignments [SR0772 Detail]

Download: Illinois-2025-SR0772-Introduced.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Latino communities have long celebrated both
large and small accomplishments, recognizing that many of our
families have had to overcome significant barriers in pursuit
of opportunity; and
WHEREAS, We are taught to appreciate those who extend
their hands to help others and to recognize the importance of
community support in overcoming hardship; and
WHEREAS, It is important for elected officials,
legislators, and community leaders to uplift our heritage and
sacrifices of those who came before us; and
WHEREAS, Latino leaders in government have a
responsibility to use their voices and positions to advocate
for their communities, their histories, and their lived
experiences, especially while representation remains limited;
and
WHEREAS, In recent months, communities across Illinois
have experienced fear and uncertainty that have deeply
affected families, neighborhoods, and children; and
WHEREAS, Rapid responders across Illinois have stepped

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forward to protect vulnerable immigrant families, aiding them
in urgent situations with bravery; and
WHEREAS, Despite our differences, communities continue to
come together to defend hardworking families striving for
safety, stability, and the opportunity to pursue the American
Dream; and
WHEREAS, Many immigrant families continue to face barriers
in achieving that dream; and
WHEREAS, Rapid responders continue to provide hope and
inspiration, reminding us that the future can be strengthened
through humanity, unity, and collective action; and
WHEREAS, In times of fear and injustice, communities can
come together, set aside differences, and stand united in
defense of dignity and human rights; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL
ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize the rapid
responders of Illinois for their dedication, courage, and
unwavering commitment to protecting and uplifting communities;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That we acknowledge the vital role rapid

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responders play in supporting immigrant families, promoting
safety and awareness, and strengthening unity across all
communities.