NUTRITION/DIETETICS TECH DAY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Margaret Croke

Designate March 13, 2026 as Registered Nutrition and Dietetics Technician Day to publicly recognize and honor their contributions to evidence-based nutrition.

Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Summary of HR 753 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Purpose and intent

Designates a specific day to recognize the profession of registered nutrition and dietetics technicians.

Specifically declares March 13, 2026 as Registered Nutrition and Dietetics Technician Day in the State of Illinois.

Encourages citizens to recognize and appreciate the contributions of registered nutrition and dietetics technicians to science-based nutrition and public health.

Key provisions

Proclamation of a state observance: March 13, 2026 shall be observed as Registered Nutrition and Dietetics Technician Day.

Expression of appreciation: The resolution urges recognition of the professionals’ commitment to promoting evidence-based nutrition for improved health outcomes.

Legislative framing: The resolution frames the day as a tribute within the Illinois House of Representatives, signaling support and acknowledgment from the state legislature.

Who/what is affected

Primary beneficiaries are registered nutrition and dietetics technicians (the professionals themselves) and the broader public, through heightened recognition of their role in healthcare, clinical settings, and community nutrition.

The resolution does not create new regulatory requirements, funding, or programmatic mandates; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Filing and sponsorship: Filed by Rep. Margaret Croke, with Co-sponsor Rep. Margaret Croke.

Referral history:

Assigned to Rules Committee (2026-03-25)
Referred to Health Care Licenses Committee (2026-04-27)
Recommends Be Adopted by Health Care Licenses Committee (2026-05-13)
Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions (2026-05-13)

Observed date: March 13, 2026

Status: Advancing through the standard committee and floor processes as a House resolution.

Practical impact

No legal or regulatory changes pace: The bill does not alter licensure, scope of practice, funding, or taxation. Its impact is symbolic, aiming to raise public awareness and honor the profession.

Public awareness: May inform educational, healthcare, and community institutions to acknowledge nutrition and dietetics technicians on the designated day.

Sponsor

Primary sponsor: Rep. Margaret Croke

Co-sponsor: Rep. Margaret Croke

If you’d like, I can add context about how similar commemorative resolutions are used in Illinois or compare this to national observances for nutrition professionals.