Illinois legislation · 104th General Assembly
Illinois HR1023: MEXICAN AMERICAN DAY
Status: Introduced, September 1, 2026
Declares August 10 as Mexican American Day in the State of Illinois in celebration of the history, identity, achievements, and enduring contributions of Mexican Americans to the State and nation. Encourages residents, educational institutions, community organizations, businesses, and public officials throughout Illinois to observe Mexican American Day by recognizing Mexican American history and contributions and promoting understanding, civic engagement, and opportunity for future generations. Recognizes the North American Institute for Mexican Advancement (NAIMA) and the Village of Melrose Park for their roles in establishing Mexican American Day and launching an observance intended to grow from Illinois to communities throughout the nation.
What the bill says
From the introduced text, September 1, 2026:
HR1023LRB104 23144 ECR 39608 r HR1023 LRB104 23144 ECR 39608 r HR1023 LRB104 23144 ECR 39608 r HOUSE RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Mexican Americans have played an integral role in the history, development, economy, culture, and civic life of the State of Illinois, contributing through agriculture, manufacturing, construction, transportation, business, education, healthcare, public service, the arts, and service in the United States Armed Forces; and WHEREAS, Generations of Mexican American families have established and strengthened communities throughout Illinois, building neighborhoods, businesses, schools, churches, cultural institutions, labor organizations, and community organizations that have helped shape the character and prosperity of our State; and WHEREAS, Mexican Americans have enriched Illinois while maintaining deep connections to Mexican history, traditions, language, family, and culture, demonstrating that Mexican heritage and American identity are complementary parts of the Mexican American experience; and WHEREAS, Recognizing Mexican American history and contributions provides an opportunity to preserve this heritage, strengthen civic participation, and inspire future generations; and HR1023- 2 -LRB104 23144 ECR 39608 r HR1023 - 2 - LRB104 23144 ECR 39608 r HR1023 - 2 - LRB104 23144 ECR 39608 r WHEREAS, August 10 falls exactly 36 days after July 4, the Independence Day of the United States, and 36 days before September 16, the Independence Day of Mexico, symbolizing the bridge of history, culture, and shared identity represented by …