IL HR0613

Declares May 3-9, 2026 as "Read with Your Child Week" in Illinois

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

References Annie E. Casey Foundation study finding third graders who don't read proficiently are four times more likely to drop out of high school, and six times more likely if low-income

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