IL HR0247

Declares the third Friday in March 2025 and March 2026 as FIRST® Robotics Day in Illinois

Recognizes FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) as a global nonprofit providing team-based robotics programs for youth ages 4-18

Acknowledges the robotics industry is expected to grow at nearly 20% compound annual growth rate to become a $27 billion worldwide industry

Encourages local school districts and educational agencies to fund afterschool robotics programs

Urges schools and educators to observe the day with activities that teach students about robotics and engage them in mathematics and science