Senate Resolution 813 is a commemorative resolution that recognizes the history and contributions of Naval Station Great Lakes (NAVSTA Great Lakes) in Illinois. The resolution notes the founding of the U.S. Navy on October 13, 1775, highlights the Navy’s role in major U.S. conflicts and national defense, and describes NAVSTA Great Lakes as the Navy’s largest training installation and the site of its only boot camp.
The resolution emphasizes the installation’s size, historic significance, and economic and military presence in Illinois, including its 1,600-acre campus, more than 1,100 buildings, National Register of Historic Places properties, and support for more than 20,000 service members and civilians. It concludes by declaring October 28, 2026 as Naval Station Great Lakes Day in Illinois, tying the recognition to the 250th anniversaries of both the U.S. Navy and the Declaration of Independence.
SR0813 does not amend the Illinois Compiled Statutes or create new regulatory requirements. Its legal effect is limited to a ceremonial designation of October 28, 2026 as Naval Station Great Lakes Day, serving as an official state recognition of the installation’s history, mission, and contributions. The resolution primarily affects public commemoration and state acknowledgment rather than rights, duties, or funding obligations for any person or agency.
The available text suggests broad positive sentiment and a celebratory tone. The resolution is framed as a tribute to the U.S. Navy and to Naval Station Great Lakes, with no recorded committee debate, witness testimony, or votes indicating opposition. Its language reflects appreciation for military service, national defense, and the installation’s role in Illinois.
No notable points of contention are evident in the bill text or the available legislative history. Because SR0813 is a nonbinding resolution honoring a military installation, it appears to be largely uncontroversial. Any discussion would likely center on the appropriateness of the honorary designation and the timing of the observance, but no opposing viewpoints are documented in the provided materials.