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IL HR1438
Resolution
Status
10/8/2010
Primary Sponsor
Michael McAuliffe
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AI Summary
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Designates the segment of U.S. Route 62 running through southern Illinois as the "National Veterans Highway" in honor of military service members.
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U.S. Route 62 is the only east-west U.S. highway connecting Mexico and Canada, running from El Paso, Texas to Niagara Falls, New York.
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Requests the Illinois Department of Transportation erect signs displaying the ceremonial designation of U.S. 62 as the "National Veterans Highway" consistent with state and federal regulations.
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Encourages the 9 other states along U.S. Route 62 to adopt similar measures designating the highway in support of veterans groups and active service members.
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Directs copies of the resolution be delivered to the Illinois Department of Transportation and multiple veterans organizations including the American Legion, VFW, Disabled American Veterans, and Vietnam Veterans of America.
Legislative Description
NATIONAL VETERANS HIGHWAY
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee
11/16/2010