IL HR0935

Declares November 18, 2022 as "A Christmas Story Family Day" in Illinois, commemorating the film's release date of November 18, 1983.

Recognizes A Christmas Story as a 1983 Christmas comedy film directed by Bob Clark, based on Chicago-born author Jean Shepherd's semi-fictional anecdotes and books.

Notes the film was initially overlooked but has grown in critical reputation and was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress in 2012 for being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant."

Honors Yano Anaya, Emmanuel Soba, and Paul A. Bachmann for creating the online community "A Christmas Story Family," which connects fans with cast members.

Directs presentation of suitable copies of the resolution to Yano Anaya, Emmanuel Soba, and Paul A. Bachmann as a symbol of respect and esteem.