Illinois Governor Signs Bill to Make August 4 “Barack Obama Day”

Governor

Last week, Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner signed a new measure into law to honor former President Barack Obama for his dedication to the state, where he began his political career.

Earlier this year, Senate Bill 55 was passed by both the Senate and the House without a single vote against it. On Friday, Rauner signed the bill into law to designate August 4th “Barack Obama Day,” a commemorative state holiday. The holiday will be celebrated on Obama’s birthday, beginning next year.

The bill states the holiday will be “observed throughout the State as a day set apart to honor the 44th President of the United States of America who began his career serving the people of Illinois in both Illinois State Senate and the United States Senate, and dedicated his life to protect the rights of Americans and building bridges across communities.”

About MsJennyb

Jen is a Writer and Content Curator for Baller Alert, who writes under the alias “MsJennyb.” In this role, Jen develops and contributes relevant special-themed content to attract readers. Before joining the Entertainment Industry via Baller Alert, Jen spent one year as a Freelance Writer and two years as a Human Resources assistant in a corporate office. Jen has a degree in Criminal Justice from Rutgers University with a concentration in Africana Studies.

Check Also

50 Cent Reacts To Ex Daphne Joy Being Named In Updated Diddy Lawsuit: “I Didn’t Know You Was a Sex Worker”

50 Cent Responds To Daphne Joy’s Allegations of Rape & Abuse

50 Cent, the iconic rapper and entrepreneur, has launched a bid for sole custody of …

Leave a Reply

Discover more from Baller Alert

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading