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IL HR1206
Resolution
Status
Passed
6/29/2016
Primary Sponsor
Terri Bryant
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AI Summary
- John A. Logan was born in Murphysboro, Illinois on February 9, 1826, and served in the Illinois General Assembly, U.S. House of Representatives, and U.S. Senate
- Logan raised and commanded the 31st Illinois Volunteer Infantry, rose to Major General, and led the Army of the Tennessee to victory at the Battle of Atlanta on July 22, 1864
- On May 5, 1868, Logan issued General Order No. 11 as Commander-in-Chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, establishing Memorial Day as a national holiday
- House urges the United States Postal Service to issue a postage stamp commemorating John Logan's life in time for the 150th anniversary of Memorial Day in 2018
- A copy of the resolution will be delivered to United States Postmaster General Megan Brennan
Legislative Description
JOHN LOGAN POSTAGE STAMP
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
6/29/2016
Committee Referrals
Veterans' Affairs5/23/2016
Rules5/5/2016
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