With the 100-year anniversary of the historic Illinois Route 66 fast approaching, the Senate recently adopted a resolution that declares 2026 as the Illinois Route 66 Centennial Year.
Senate Joint Resolution 12 highlights Illinois’ key role in Route 66 history, as the first state to fully pave the highway and the location of its starting point.
State Sen. Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) says Route 66 is more than just a road, it is a symbol of American freedom and exploration and rightfully deserves recognition.
The resolution now moves to the House of Representatives for further consideration.