ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA DAY

This bill designates May 1, 2024, as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Day in Illinois to honor the organization's history and ongoing advocacy work. The resolution recognizes the sorority's long-standing mission to support women and girls through service projects and political engagement, noting its significant presence with 44 active chapters across the state. It also highlights the involvement of several current Illinois state officials who are members of the sorority and its partner fraternity. By officially naming this date, the state acknowledges the group's contributions to community issues such as health, education, and racial equity.