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IL HR0144

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/12/2011

Primary Sponsor

Linda LaVia

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Origin

House of Representatives

97th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Urges the President and Secretary of the Navy to name one of the new LCS (Littoral Combat Ship) cruiser ships under construction as the USS Aurora in honor of Aurora, Illinois.

  • Recognizes Aurora as the second largest city in Illinois and highlights its military contributions, including disproportionate casualties during World War II and continued service in subsequent conflicts.

  • Notes that East Aurora High School hosts the largest NJROTC naval program in the nation.

  • Acknowledges the Aurora Council of the Navy League's January 18, 2011 resolution approving the request to name a new commissioned Freedom-class ship after the city.

Legislative Description

URGE POTUS - USS AURORA

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

4/12/2011

Committee Referrals

Veterans' Affairs3/15/2011
Rules3/8/2011

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