HR0501 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

HR0501 LRB103 35170 ECR 65141 r

HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to recognize McHenry County on the occasion of its participation in Operation Green Light for Veterans in an effort to further support veterans and their families; and

WHEREAS, Veterans swear an oath to defend the U.S. Constitution against enemies foreign and domestic, and they have repeatedly put themselves in harm's way to fulfill this oath; it is important to support and acknowledge the sacrifices veterans and their families have made in carrying out this oath; and

WHEREAS, Countless Americans throughout history have given their lives in service to the defense of the U.S. Constitution and the founding principles of this country; and

WHEREAS, Many veterans have suffered trauma and loss as a result of fulfilling the oath they took on induction day, including serving through combat, handling the relocation of their families, and experiencing the loss of their communities; and

WHEREAS, The security of the United States depends on the strength of our Armed Forces and the men and women who continue to step forward and volunteer to do their duty, endangering their lives to defend our shores in the process; and

WHEREAS, Veterans often need help assimilating back into civilian life through the use of local, state, and federal resources, providing intervention specially designed to address the impact of military service; and

WHEREAS, The National Association of Counties encourages all counties, parishes, and boroughs to recognize November 6 through November 12, 2023 as Operation Green Light for Veterans to raise awareness of the unique challenges many veterans face and the resources available at the county, state, and federal levels to assist veterans and their families; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize McHenry County for its participation in Operation Green Light for Veterans and its continued support for veterans and their families; and be it further

RESOLVED, That, in observance of Veterans Day and Operation Green Light for Veterans, we encourage the residents of Illinois to recognize and honor all veterans who have made immeasurable contributions and sacrifices to preserve freedom by displaying a green light in a window of their business or residence; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we encourage the residents of Illinois to honor the service, courage, and sacrifice of every veteran, service member, and their families.