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IL HR1321
Resolution
Status
Passed
12/5/2012
Primary Sponsor
Bill Mitchell
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AI Summary
- Honors Illinois State Representative Jim Watson for his dedicated service to the state and his district (97th District, 2001-2011)
- Recognizes Watson's military service in the United States Marine Corps and Marine Corps Reserves, including service in the First Gulf War and Operation Iraqi Freedom, where he served as Governance Chief and Chief Liaison to the Anbar Provincial Council
- Notes Watson's receipt of the National Medal of Civic Honor in July 2010, making him one of only 62 recipients nationwide and the only legislator from Illinois to receive the award
- Acknowledges Watson's education (bachelor's and master's degrees in history from Eastern Illinois University, MBA from University of Illinois) and professional career as a teacher, corporate executive, and adjunct professor
- Recognizes Watson's active membership in numerous veterans and civic organizations including the Marine Corps League, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Rotary International, and Knights of Columbus
Legislative Description
HONORS STATE REP JIM WATSON
Last Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Evans
12/5/2012
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