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IL HR0928

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

11/15/2022

Primary Sponsor

Dave Severin

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Origin

House of Representatives

102nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Honors the 75th anniversary of the official opening of Crab Orchard National Refuge in 1947
  • Refuge comprises 44,000 acres and was converted from a World War Two ammunition and explosives manufacturing plant
  • Contains three lakes (Crab Orchard Lake, Little Grassy Lake, Devils Kitchen Lake) and 23,000 acres of recreational land, including 21,000 acres designated as wildlife preserve
  • Home to diverse wildlife including over 700 plant species, 245 bird species, 33 mammal species, 63 fish species, and 44 reptile and amphibian species
  • Provides recreational opportunities including hiking, camping, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, hunting, and archery

Legislative Description

CONGRATS-CRAB ORCHARD REFUGE

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

11/15/2022

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