CARIBBEAN AMERICAN MONTH
This bill designates June 2026 as Caribbean American Heritage Month within the State of Illinois. It aims to recognize the diverse cultural contributions of Caribbean Americans to the state's education, healthcare, business, and culinary sectors. The resolution highlights specific individuals from countries such as Haiti, Jamaica, and Trinidad as examples of this heritage. By officially declaring this month, the legislation seeks to celebrate the history and achievements of people with Caribbean ancestry living in Illinois.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
House Passage
Jun 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 28, 2026
Last action Jun 1, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
9
Key actions
2
Committee
3
Jun 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Resolution Adopted
lower
May 28, 2026
Lower · Passed
Recommends Be Adopted International Relations, Tourism, and Trade; 013-000-000
lower
May 28, 2026
Introduced
Motion Filed to Suspend Rule 21 International Relations, Tourism, and Trade; Rep. Bob Morgan
lower
May 28, 2026
Committee
Assigned to International Relations, Tourism, and Trade
lower
May 27, 2026
Committee
Referred to Rules Committee
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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