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IL HR0894

Resolution

Status

Passed

11/15/2022

Primary Sponsor

Norine Hammond

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Origin

House of Representatives

102nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Illinois House of Representatives recognizes Kenneth Tharp for heroic actions on June 27, 2022 that saved a child's life

  • Kenneth and Mary Tharp were boating on the Mississippi River near New Boston when they heard screams from the water

  • Five-year-old Mia Baker had been swept away in the current approximately 100 yards from shore

  • Kenneth Tharp jumped into the Mississippi River without hesitation and successfully rescued the child from drowning

  • House will present a suitable copy of the resolution to Kenneth Tharp as an expression of esteem and respect

Legislative Description

RECOGNIZES-KENNETH THARP

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

11/15/2022

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