HR0005 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

HR0005 LRB104 03488 LAW 13511 r

HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, On Saturday, July 12, 2025, people all across Illinois will "unplug", or take a break from using electronic devices, to enjoy everything that their local parks, recreation sites, and conservation areas have to offer; and

WHEREAS, Unplug Illinois Day, a public service campaign by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association, was designed to help communicate the value unplugging offers to residents; and

WHEREAS, Studies have shown that unplugging is essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle; and

WHEREAS, On average, children spend over seven hours a day in front of a screen outside of school and homework; and

WHEREAS, Approximately 43% of Americans aged 18 to 29 use their smartphones at least four hours per day; and

WHEREAS, At present, 80% of Americans do not get enough exercise on a daily basis; and

WHEREAS, Unplugging at Illinois parks and facilities is one of the most convenient ways to stay active and get exercise; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare July 12, 2025 as Unplug Illinois Day in the State of Illinois; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we encourage all citizens to participate in this opportunity by unplugging from their electronic devices and visiting their local parks, recreation sites, and conservation areas.