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IL HR1306
Resolution
Status
5/30/2016
Primary Sponsor
Lawrence Walsh
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AI Summary
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Designates September 11-18, 2016 as "Speed Week" in Illinois to recognize Chicagoland Speedway's 15th season of racing.
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Acknowledges Illinois's role in motorsports history, beginning with the first gasoline-powered race on the Chicago lakefront in 1895.
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Notes that Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway together form the largest sports and entertainment complex in Illinois, hosting over 100 events annually with more than $150 million in average annual economic impact.
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Recognizes that Chicagoland Speedway hosts major racing events including all three NASCAR National Series, the Indy Racing League, and the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup playoffs since 2011.
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Directs presentation of a suitable copy of the resolution to Chicagoland Speedway and International Speedway Corporation in recognition of their service to the community.
Legislative Description
SPEED WEEK
Last Action
Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
1/3/2017