HR 649 Illinois House · 104th Regular Session

HERO DAY

Summary

Declares August 27, 2026 as Hero Day in Illinois to recognize the bravery, dedication, and sacrifices of the first responders who gave their lives in the line of duty and to honor and support the families that they leave behind. Commends the 100 Club of Illinois on its 60th anniversary and recognizes its extraordinary contributions to first responders and their families across the State of Illinois.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Feb 2026

Committee Review

Mar 2026

House Passage

May 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Feb 5, 2026 Last action May 6, 2026

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions

Key actions

Committee

May 6, 2026

Lower · Passed

Resolution Adopted

lower

Mar 20, 2026

Lower · Passed

Recommends Be Adopted Police & Fire Committee; 012-000-000

lower

Mar 12, 2026

Committee

Assigned to Police & Fire Committee

lower

Feb 17, 2026

Committee

Referred to Rules Committee

lower

1 primary · 19 co-sponsors