H.R.0847

RECOGNIZE-CHICAGO BLUES

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Illinois HR0847 recognizes Chicago as the "Blues Capital of the World" and urges investment in blues culture.

Illinois HR0847 acknowledges Chicago's status as the "Blues Capital of the World" and celebrates the city's rich blues history. The resolution highlights the importance of blues artists and their contributions to the genre. It calls for the development of permanent monuments and public art installations to honor blues pioneers. The resolution also urges the city to invest in the infrastructure and communities that birthed the blues, blending culture and commerce. It emphasizes the need for support for local blues education programs and historic site preservation.

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Calendar

May 21

10:00 AM

House Museum, Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Committee Hearing

History

May 30

House

Resolution Adopted

May 21

House

Recommends Be Adopted Museum, Arts, Culture, and Entertainment; 011-000-000

May 21

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Camille Y. Lilly