HR0264 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to congratulate Erich Hannah on being selected as the 2023 recipient of the annual First Citizen Award; and

WHEREAS, Since 1932, the Danville Chapter of AMBUCS has presented a First Citizen's Award, recognizing volunteer service to the community; candidates are recommended by their peers through letters of nomination each winter and are judged by a panel to encourage and recognize leaders in the community who selflessly sacrifice themselves for the greater good; and

WHEREAS, Erich Hannah has served as the president of Habitat for Humanity of Danville for many years and has volunteered numerous hours to the success of the organization; through his work with the organization he has helped over 50 families with home ownership and played a vital role in the opening of the Habitat Restore in Danville; and

WHEREAS, Erich Hannah's involvement with Habitat for Humanity started when he was asked to be on the board of directors for the Jacksonville branch, before his relocation to Danville; and

WHEREAS, Erich Hannah has been involved with numerous organizations, including Big Brothers Big Sisters, Downtown Danville Rotary, Second Church of Christ, Second Church of Christ Men's Club, Habitat for Humanity of Danville, Habitat for Humanity of Illinois, and Free and Accepted Masons; and

WHEREAS, Erich Hannah has held a variety of positions such as logistics manager, loan officer, and sales representative; in 2013, he acquired Newton's Cleaning and Restoration, LLC.; and

WHEREAS, Erich Hannah is married to Monica Hannah, and they are parents to Scott Hannah, Rachel Hannah, and Emily Hartman; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Erich Hannah on being selected as the 2023 recipient of the annual First Citizen Award, presented by the Danville Chapter of AMBUCS; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Erich Hannah as a symbol of our respect and esteem.