SR0461

PRESCRIBED BURNING MONTH

Complete·3/25/26
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Declares April 2026 as Prescribed Burning Awareness Month in Illinois, supporting its continued use.

The resolution declares April 2026 as Prescribed Burning Awareness Month in Illinois, recognizing the ecological, economic, and cultural benefits of prescribed fire. It acknowledges the historical use by Indigenous peoples and its role in maintaining healthy grasslands and forests. The resolution supports the Illinois Prescribed Fire Council and the use of prescribed fire as a tool for land management, wildfire prevention, and public safety.

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 12

9:00 AM

Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing

History

Jun 30

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen

Mar 26

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mattie Hunter

Mar 26

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mike Simmons