| 1 | 1 | | <tr><td class="xsl" colspan="3"><p> </p> </td></tr></td></tr><tr><td class="xsl" colspan="3"><table class="xsl" width="100%"><colgroup width="5%"></colgroup><colgroup width="5%"></colgroup><colgroup width="30%"></colgroup><colgroup width="20%"></colgroup><colgroup width="40%"></colgroup><tr><td class="number"></td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" align="left">SR0248</td><td class="xsl" align="center"></td><td class="xsl" align="right">LRB104 13211 ECR 25376 r</td></tr></table></td></tr><tr><td class="xsl"> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">1</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><center><code>SENATE RESOLUTION</code></center> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">2</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, A Quinceaera is a cherished milestone in Latin </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">3</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>American culture, eagerly anticipated by young women and their </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">4</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>families as they celebrate the young woman's fifteenth </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">5</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>birthday; and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">6</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, Quinceaera derives from the Spanish word </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">7</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>"quince", meaning 15, and focuses on the importance of </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">8</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>religion, family, music, food, and dance to celebrate an </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">9</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>important milestone in a young woman's life; and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">10</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, A Quinceaera celebration blends Spanish culture </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">11</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>with indigenous traditions, incorporating influences from both </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">12</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>the Aztec and Mayan civilizations; and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">13</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, Indigenous tribes traditionally taught young </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">14</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>women who turned 15 the skills needed for taking on their roles </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">15</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>in society, considering them ready for adulthood at that age; </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">16</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">17</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, When the Spaniards colonized Mexico, they adapted </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">18</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>many of these local customs into their own culture and </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">19</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>beliefs, introducing the tradition of Catholic mass to the </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">20</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>Quinceaera; and</code> </td></tr></table><table class="xsl" width="650"><tr><td class="lineNum" colspan="3"><p> </p><p> </p></td></tr><tr><td class="xsl" colspan="3"><table class="xsl" width="100%"><colgroup width="5%"></colgroup><colgroup width="5%"></colgroup><colgroup width="30%"></colgroup><colgroup width="20%"></colgroup><colgroup width="40%"></colgroup><tr><td class="number"></td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" align="left">SR0248</td><td class="xsl" align="center">- 2 -</td><td class="xsl" align="right">LRB104 13211 ECR 25376 r</td></tr></table></td></tr><tr><td class="xsl"> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">1</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, With historic indigenous roots in modern-day </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">2</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>Mexico, a Quinceaera is primarily celebrated among many Latin </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">3</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>American countries and is considered a popular tradition among </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">4</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>Latine communities in the United States; and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">5</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, The focal point of a Quinceaera celebration is </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">6</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>the young woman wearing a lavish ball gown adorned with layers </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">7</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>of tulle, intricate beading, and elegant lace, which can take </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">8</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>upwards of three to seven months to make; and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">9</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, A Quinceaera celebration traditionally begins </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">10</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>with a religious ceremony that has family members and </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">11</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>godparents in attendance, and it is followed by a reception </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">12</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>with family and friends; and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">13</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, The reception celebration features various </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">14</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>symbolic traditions, including the gifting of the last doll, </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">15</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>symbolizing the end of childhood, the changing of the shoes, </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">16</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>where the father or a close family member replaces the young </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">17</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>woman's flats with heels, a coronation, where the young woman </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">18</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>is given a crown, a father-daughter waltz, and a waltz of honor </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">19</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>from the chambelan de honor, known as the escort of honor, and </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">20</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>her court of damas and chambelanes, or the court of honor, </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">21</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>consisting of girls and boys chosen to be a part of the </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">22</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>Quinceaera; and</code> </td></tr></table><table class="xsl" width="650"><tr><td class="lineNum" colspan="3"><p> </p><p> </p></td></tr><tr><td class="xsl" colspan="3"><table class="xsl" width="100%"><colgroup width="5%"></colgroup><colgroup width="5%"></colgroup><colgroup width="30%"></colgroup><colgroup width="20%"></colgroup><colgroup width="40%"></colgroup><tr><td class="number"></td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" align="left">SR0248</td><td class="xsl" align="center">- 3 -</td><td class="xsl" align="right">LRB104 13211 ECR 25376 r</td></tr></table></td></tr><tr><td class="xsl"> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">1</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, A unique father-daughter waltz, known as Baile de </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">2</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>Papa, marks the beginning of a Quinceaera reception, </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">3</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>symbolizing the father's role in guiding the young girl as she </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">4</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>transitions into adulthood; and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">5</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, The waltz of honor, known as Vals de Honor, is </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">6</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>when the young woman, her escort of honor, and the court of </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">7</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>damas and chambelanes showcase a choreographed dance to </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">8</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>symbolize the fifteen years of the young woman's life, </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">9</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>anticipated by esteemed family and guests; and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">10</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, A Quinceaera provides new generations with the </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">11</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>ability to recall their cultural heritage, preserve </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">12</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>traditions, and strengthen the bonds between family and </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">13</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>community; and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">14</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, Quinceaeras have evolved while honoring </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">15</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>tradition, and as the 15th year of Latino Unity Day is </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">16</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>celebrated, it is important to realize the power of lifting up </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">17</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>Latine voices, amplifying Latine stories, and advocating for </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">18</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>equity in Latine communities while continuing ongoing efforts </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">19</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>to ensure that the next generation of Latine leaders is </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">20</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>empowered towards shaping a more just and inclusive future; </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">21</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>and</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">22</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>WHEREAS, A Quinceaera is a beloved celebration among </code></td></tr></table><table class="xsl" width="650"><tr><td class="lineNum" colspan="3"><p> </p><p> </p></td></tr><tr><td class="xsl" colspan="3"><table class="xsl" width="100%"><colgroup width="5%"></colgroup><colgroup width="5%"></colgroup><colgroup width="30%"></colgroup><colgroup width="20%"></colgroup><colgroup width="40%"></colgroup><tr><td class="number"></td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" align="left">SR0248</td><td class="xsl" align="center">- 4 -</td><td class="xsl" align="right">LRB104 13211 ECR 25376 r</td></tr></table></td></tr><tr><td class="xsl"> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">1</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>Spanish-speaking communities across the globe, and it </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">2</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>emphasizes the importance of the Latine family and the </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">3</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>historical traditions of their indigenous ancestors; </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">4</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>therefore, be it</code> </td></tr><tr><td class="number">5</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code> </code><code>RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">6</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare May 8, 2025 </code></td></tr><tr><td class="number">7</td><td class="junk"></td><td class="xsl" ><code>as Quinceaera Day in the State of Illinois.</code> |
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