IL HR1516

Honors State Representative Edward Acevedo for 20 years of service in the Illinois General Assembly and represents the longest-serving Latino member.

Recognizes Acevedo's background including degree from Harold Washington College, service with Cook County Sheriff's Department and Chicago Police Department, and Award of Valor for fire rescue heroism.

Acknowledges Acevedo's securing of millions in funding for district programs including the Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy (first dedicated career academy in the state) and La Casa student housing.

Credits Acevedo with sponsoring major legislation including the Kid Care Health Program, State Hispanic Employment Plan, temporary driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants, and the Illinois Dream Act for scholarship access.

Directs presentation of resolution to Representative Acevedo as expression of respect and esteem from the Illinois House of Representatives.