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A GOP Illinois lawmaker files a bill to designate September 10 as Charlie Kirk Day in the state

Some of the crowd held up lights provided at the event to remember Kirk, others used the flashlights on their phones.
Brad Palmer
Attendees at a Charlie Kirk remembrance ceremony this week at SIU held up lights provided at the event to remember Kirk, others used the flashlights on their phones.

A republican Illinois lawmaker has introduced a bill to permanently honor the life and legacy of Illinois native Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed on September 10.

State Senator Neil Anderson says the legislation would amend the State Commemorative Dates Act to recognize September 10 each year as “Charlie Kirk Day” in Illinois.

By establishing Charlie Kirk Day, Anderson says the legislation seeks to give Illinoisans a moment each year to reflect on his values, his contributions to public discourse, and the continuing importance of protecting our constitutional rights.

Senate Bill 2694 is now awaiting a committee assignment.

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