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HR 869

CONGRATS-IRISH CARDIAC SOCIETY

104th Regular Session Introduced by La Shawn Ford

The resolution congratulates the Irish Cardiac Society and Illinois ACC Chapter for a joint Springfield symposium, recognizing international collaboration in cardiovascular medicin

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Bill Summary · HR 869

Overview

  • Subject: House Resolution congratulating the Irish Cardiac Society on its visit to Springfield, Illinois, and highlighting the twinning with the Illinois Chapter of the American College of Cardiology (ACC).
  • Status: Adopted by the Illinois House of Representatives (Resolution HR0869) during the 104th General Assembly.
  • Sponsors: Primary sponsor Rep. La Shawn Ford; co-sponsor listed as La Shawn Ford (likely a formatting note indicating leadership involvement).

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution formally congratulates and welcomes the Irish Cardiac Society to the City of Springfield, Illinois.
  • It recognizes and commends the Illinois Chapter of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and its chapter leader, Governor Benjamin Freed, M.D., for organizing and hosting a joint symposium with the Irish Cardiac Society.
  • It describes the twinning (pairing) of the Illinois ACC Chapter with the Irish Cardiac Society as a symbol of international goodwill and collaboration in the field of cardiovascular medicine.

Key Provisions and Provisions Impacted

  • The resolution:
    • Declares appreciation for the Irish Cardiac Society’s visit scheduled for May 8, 2026, and the joint symposium at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
    • Emphasizes the partnership between U.S. and Irish cardiovascular professionals, underscoring shared scholarly aims and patient care improvement.
    • Affirms Illinois’ historical and cultural ties to Ireland and the value of international professional exchanges.
    • Officially congratulates and welcomes the Irish Cardiac Society to Springfield.
    • Commends the Illinois ACC Chapter and its leadership for fostering international cooperation in medicine.
    • Extends best wishes for a successful symposium.
    • Calls for the issuance of suitable copies as a symbol of esteem and respect.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • Primary beneficiaries are:
    • The Irish Cardiac Society (recognition by the Illinois House).
    • The Illinois Chapter of the American College of Cardiology and its leadership (acknowledged for organizing the event).
    • Attendees and participants of the joint symposium, including cardiovascular professionals from Illinois and Ireland.
  • The actions are ceremonial and symbolic, with no immediate fiscal or regulatory impact on government programs, but it may bolster international professional collaboration and visibility.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Event timeline referenced:
    • Visit to Springfield on May 8, 2026.
    • Joint symposium hosted by the Illinois ACC Chapter at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
  • Legislative action:
    • Filed: May 5, 2026 (by Rep. La Shawn Ford).
    • Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions: May 6, 2026.
    • Adopted: May 6, 2026.
  • The resolution is a formal expression of goodwill with no proposed changes to statutes or agency rules.

Additional Notes

  • The bill text emphasizes the broader values of international friendship, medical collaboration, and the shared mission to advance cardiovascular medicine.
  • The document includes standard ceremonial language thanking and presenting copies of the resolution to the involved organizations.

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

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