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SR 716

CONGRATS-YMCA U.S.

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mike Halpin and 2 co-sponsors

Commends the YMCA for its 175th anniversary and recognizes its Illinois impact on youth development, health, education, and social services.

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Erica Harriss
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Bill Summary · SR 716

Summary: Senate Resolution SR0716 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Title

CONGRATS-YMCA U.S. (SR 716)

Purpose and Intent

  • To congratulate the Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) on the occasion of the 175th anniversary of the founding of the first YMCA chapter based in the United States.
  • To recognize the YMCA’s historic development and ongoing contributions to Illinois communities, including youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Key Provisions and Provisions Change

  • This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (not a bill to create law or authorize expenditures).
  • The resolution:
    • Extends formal commendation from the Illinois Senate to the YMCA.
    • Acknowledges the YMCA’s origins, growth, and presence in Illinois (cities such as Chicago, Aurora, Springfield, Decatur, Evanston, and others).
    • Highlights the YMCA of the USA’s Chicago headquarters and the Illinois State Alliance of YMCAs, which represents over 800 program locations, serving more than 150 communities and engaging about one million Illinoisans.
    • Describes YMCA programs and services in Illinois, including:
    • Safe, enriching after-school and out-of-school programs
    • Early childcare and partnerships
    • Education support, before/after school programs, and summer camps
    • Health and wellness initiatives, drowning prevention, and chronic disease support
    • Vaccination education and clinics, blood drives, mental health services
    • Food distribution, clothing drives, tax preparation, emergency immigrant housing and services
    • Support for adults with developmental disabilities
    • Emphasizes the YMCA’s role in building healthy spirits, minds, and bodies, and its mission to foster community connection, belonging, and social responsibility.
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for YMCA staff and volunteers and requests that a copy be presented to the YMCA.

Who/What Is Affected

  • The YMCA and its nationwide and Illinois affiliates are the primary subjects of recognition.
  • Illinois Senate and its members, as the formal body issuing the commendation.
  • The general public in Illinois who benefit from the YMCA’s programs and services.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Status: Passed by the Illinois Senate.
  • Action History:
    • Filed with Secretary: April 10, 2026
    • Referred to Assignments: April 10, 2026
    • Approved for Consideration Assignments: April 15, 2026
    • Referred to Congratulatory Consent Calendar: April 15, 2026
    • Adopted: April 16, 2026
  • Sponsor: Co-sponsor Willie Preston
  • Type of action: Non-binding ceremonial resolution (no fiscal impact or regulatory changes proposed)

Practical Impact

  • Functionally, the resolution serves to publicly acknowledge and celebrate the YMCA’s 175th anniversary and to acknowledge its impact and service to Illinois communities.
  • It has symbolic value, recognizing the YMCA’s role in youth development, health, education, and social services.
  • No changes to law, funding, or administrative authority are proposed or enacted by this resolution.

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

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