ACROSS ILLINOIS – State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R – Hanover Park) is celebrating a newly enacted law she chief co-sponsored in the Illinois General Assembly. The law permanently establishes each October in Illinois as Italian-American Heritage Month.
As of this October 2024, the month will perpetually serve as a celebration and recognition of the significant impact Italian-Americans have made on American history and culture. This new designation shines a spotlight on the countless contributions and achievements of Italian-Americans throughout the nation’s history.
Representative Sanalitro expressed her enthusiasm for the law, “I am truly proud to witness the recognition of Italian-American heritage in our state. Octobers in Illinois will not just be a celebration of the Italian American experience, but an inspiration for future generations of Italian-Americans to continue making Illinois the best state it can be.”
Rep. Sanalitro encourages residents and all Illinoisans to participate in events and activities that honor the deep-rooted history and vibrant culture of Italian-Americans.
For further details on House Bill 1199 and other Italian-American Heritage Month events, please contact Representative Sanalitro’s office at 630-349-0645.
State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro is the State Representative for House District 48, which includes the communities of Addison, Bensenville, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Elk Grove, Hanover Park, Itasca, Medinah, Roselle, Schaumburg, and Wood Dale in suburban DuPage and Cook counties.