IL HR0034

Declares May 5 through May 11, 2025 as "Read with Your Child Week" in Illinois

Cites 2022 National Assessment of Education Progress data showing one-third of Illinois children read below their basic grade level

References Annie E. Casey Foundation research that third graders who do not read proficiently are four times more likely to drop out of high school, with low-income students six times more likely

Encourages all Illinois schools to promote Read with Your Child Week with appropriate activities

Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to State Superintendent of Education Dr. Tony Sanders