IL HJR0097

Designates a Rock River Scenic and Historic Route along roads in Illinois that follow the Rock River from the Wisconsin state line near Shirland to where the river joins the Mississippi River at Rock Island

Route encompasses 47 specific road segments spanning Winnebago, Ogle, Lee, Whiteside, and Rock Island counties, passing through communities including Rockford, Dixon, Sterling, Rock Falls, and Moline

Requests Illinois Department of Transportation and local governments to erect plaques or signs at suitable locations designating the route, consistent with state and federal regulations

Directs Illinois Historic Preservation Agency and Illinois Office of Tourism to post the route on their websites and produce brochures to promote the scenic and historic route to the public

Encourages local governments maintaining portions of the route to enhance suitable areas along it