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IL HR1324
Resolution
Status
12/5/2012
Primary Sponsor
Bill Mitchell
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AI Summary
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Congratulates former Illinois State Representative Ron Stephens on being named November 2012 Veteran of the Month by the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs
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Honors Stephens' military service as a paratrooper with the 173rd Airborne Brigade from 1969-1971, including awards of the Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge, and Vietnam Service Medal
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Recognizes over 40 years of veteran advocacy work through the VFW and American Legion, including coordination of a 160-mile Wounded Warrior Walk that raised $16,000
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Acknowledges Stephens' legislative efforts to honor veterans through road and bridge naming, creation of the Springfield Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and involvement in Marine Corps League charitable programs
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Directs presentation of the resolution to Stephens as a symbol of esteem and respect
Legislative Description
CONGRATS - RON STEPHENS
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
12/5/2012