IL HR0166

Jackie Robinson West Little League team won the Little League World Series national title in summer 2014, which was rescinded by Little League International on February 11, 2015, due to impropriety by team adults.

Illinois House urges Little League International to rescind its decision to strip Jackie Robinson West of its 2014 United States Championship, arguing the children should not be punished for adult actions.

Illinois House urges Little League International to rigorously investigate other Little League tournament teams with the same thoroughness applied to Jackie Robinson West.

Illinois House urges Little League International to visit Chicago and speak with parents of Jackie Robinson West players they have not previously spoken to.

Illinois House urges Little League International to provide written responses to attorneys requesting investigation of other Little League teams.