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IL HR0708

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Swanson

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Origin

House of Representatives

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Illinois House Resolution congratulating Bushnell Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post #1422 on its 100th anniversary of service to veterans and the community
  • During World War I, 200 of Bushnell's 3,000 residents enlisted in the Armed Forces, representing more than 25% of all enlistments from McDonough County
  • Post members purchased land to establish Memorial Park in 1947 and donated the 19-acre park to the City of Bushnell in 1989
  • The post has hosted community events including Memorial Day and Veterans Day services, Loyalty Day parades, and veteran reunions
  • Resolution copies to be presented to Post Commander Ken McCance and Auxiliary President Bev Powell

Legislative Description

CONGRATS-VFW POST #1422

Last Action

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Dan Swanson

3/2/2026

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