IL HR0328

Declares April 25, 2017 as Veterans Honor Flight Day in Illinois to honor the Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois' first scheduled flight.

Notes that the Honor Flight Network transports American veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit war memorials, with approximately 372 World War II veterans dying each day.

Details that the Southern Illinois flight departs at approximately 6:00 a.m. on April 25, 2017 and returns to Marion between 9:00 and 9:30 p.m.

Confirms all trip expenses including flight, ground transportation, meals, and beverages are provided free to veterans through fundraisers, donations, and sponsors.

Directs that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to the Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois.