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HR 798

COMMENDS-CHAKOTA-TRC

104th Regular Session Introduced by Charlie Meier

Commends Chakota Therapeutic Riding Center for providing therapeutic horseback riding to people with disabilities and highlights its growth and community impact.

Resolution Adopted
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Bill Summary · HR 798

Summary of HR 798 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognizes and commends Chakota Therapeutic Riding Center (Chakota-TRC) in Germantown for its work providing therapeutic horseback riding to children and adults with disabilities.
  • Expresses appreciation for the organization’s mission to promote self-esteem, dignity, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life through therapeutic equine activities.

Key Provisions and Provisions of Action

  • This is a commemorative resolution, not a bill that creates new laws or mandates.
  • It highlights Chakota-TRC’s history, including:
    • Founding origins (planning began in 2005; pilot program started in 2008).
    • Incorporation in Illinois (June 18, 2007) and attainment of 501(c)(3) status in 2009.
    • Development of an 11-acre facility funded via the Davis Charitable Foundation, with features such as a covered riding arena, stabling for up to nine horses, hay storage, fields, paddocks, and an outdoor arena.
    • Leadership change in 2022 with the caretaker retirement and on-site management by a full-time employee.
    • Growth from 4 riders to 24 riders weekly, with a wait-list indicating increasing demand.
    • Ongoing volunteer and community support.

Who/What is Affected

  • Chakota Therapeutic Riding Center (Chakota-TRC) is the primary subject of the commendation.
  • The Illinois General Assembly, through the House of Representatives, formally acknowledges and supports the organization.
  • The broader community benefitting from accessible therapeutic riding programs for people with disabilities is indirectly highlighted.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The document is a House Resolution, serving as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than legislation with enforceable requirements.
  • The resolution is sponsored by a member of the Illinois House (Co-sponsor: Charlie Meier).
  • No fiscal implications, regulatory changes, or policy mandates accompany this resolution; its primary function is to express esteem and support.
  • A copy of the resolution is to be presented to Chakota-TRC as an official expression of commendation.

Potential Impact

  • Raises public visibility for Chakota-TRC and its services.
  • May enhance community recognition, fundraising appeal, and volunteer engagement.
  • Serves as a formal endorsement by state legislators, potentially benefiting the organization’s outreach and support network.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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