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IL HR1310
Resolution
Status
11/16/2016
Primary Sponsor
Lawrence Walsh
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AI Summary
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Designates September 11-18, 2016 as "Chase Week" in Illinois to recognize Chicagoland Speedway's 15th anniversary season of racing.
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Acknowledges Illinois's historical role in motorsports since the first gasoline-powered race on the Chicago lakefront in 1895.
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Recognizes Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway as the largest sports and entertainment complex in Illinois, hosting over 100 events annually with an economic impact exceeding $150 million.
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Notes that Chicagoland Speedway has hosted all three NASCAR National Series, the Indy Racing League, and since 2011 has hosted the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup.
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Directs presentation of a copy of this resolution to Chicagoland Speedway and International Speedway Corporation as recognition of their service to the community.
Legislative Description
CHASE WEEK
Last Action
Resolution Adopted 107-000-000
11/16/2016