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HR 823

IL BACON DAY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Murri Briel and 10 co-sponsors

The bill would designate May 6, 2026 as Illinois Bacon Day to symbolically recognize and celebrate Illinois pig farmers and the pork industry.

Resolution Adopted
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Bill Summary · HR 823

Bill Summary: HR 823 (Illinois) — Illinois Bacon Day

Session: 104th General Assembly
Jurisdiction: Illinois
Status: Referred to Rules Committee (as of 2026-04-17)
Title: IL BACON DAY

1. Purpose and Intent

  • Establishes an official observance in Illinois recognizing bacon.
  • Declares May 6, 2026 as “Illinois Bacon Day.”
  • Encourages Illinoisans to celebrate by enjoying bacon and thanking pig farmers.

2. Key Provisions and Changes

  • Resolution language designates a statewide observance:
    • May 6, 2026 is proclaimed Illinois Bacon Day.
  • Encourages cultural recognition and appreciation of pork producers, specifically pig farmers in Illinois.
  • Transmits a commemorative copy of the resolution to the Illinois Pork Producers Association as a symbol of respect and esteem.

3. Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Primary beneficiaries: Illinois pig farmers and the Illinois pork industry, via formal recognition and promotion of their contribution to the state economy.
  • General public: Encouraged participation in the observance by consuming bacon and thanking farmers.
  • No regulatory or fiscal mandates are imposed (no new taxes, penalties, or state program costs specified). The measure is symbolic and ceremonial in nature.

4. Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Filed: April 16, 2026 (Rep. Mary Beth Canty).
  • Co-sponsors added on April 17, 2026 (including multiple representatives).
  • Referred to Rules Committee on April 17, 2026.
  • If advanced, the bill would result in an official statewide day recognition for Illinois Bacon Day on May 6, 2026.

5. Additional Context (From Text)

  • The bill text includes light, humorous, and promotional context about bacon (economic impact, consumption statistics, and cultural references). The substantive action remains a ceremonial designation rather than policy or regulatory change.

6. Practical Considerations

  • As a resolution, it would not create new state programs, funding, or regulatory requirements.
  • The measure relies on voluntary public observance and advocacy by industry groups (e.g., Illinois Pork Producers Association) and does not mandate any specific actions by state agencies or residents beyond acknowledging the day.

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

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