IL HR0716

Declares February 2, 2026 as "Louis D. Burrell Day" in Illinois to honor his lifetime of contributions to education and community development

Recognizes Burrell's 39-year career with Chicago Public Schools as a history teacher, physical education teacher, and assistant principal

Acknowledges his founding of Louis D. Burrell Builders, which constructed 18 buildings on the north side of Kankakee providing affordable housing

Honors his civic engagement as Kankakee First Ward Committeeman, NAACP member, and involvement with the CPS Teachers' Union and Teachers' Association

Celebrates his 88th birthday and his family legacy as father of 8, grandfather of 16, great-grandfather of 28, and great-great-grandfather of 3