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The name "Illinois" comes from a Native American word meaning "tribe of superior men." Louis Joliet and Father Marquette were the first Europeans to arrive in Illinois in 1673. Illinois became a state on December 3, 1818 and was the 21st state to enter the Union. The state motto is "State Sovereignty, National Union." Illinois is the fifth most populous state in the country with almost 12.9 million people. Abraham Lincoln and three other U.S. Presidents have called Illinois home, including Ulysses S. Grant, Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama. The General Assembly adopted the state slogan, "Land of Lincoln" in 1955. Springfield is the state capital and home to more Abraham Lincoln sites than any other place in the United States, including the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, Old State Capitol, Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, and Lincoln-Herndon Law Office.

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https://www2.illinois.gov/services/GOV/join-bicentennial-celebration
Join the Illinois Bicentennial Celebration
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Illinois will celebrate its 200th year from December 3, 2017 to our official birthday on December 3, 2018. Look for special events on August 26, 2018 and December 3, 2018.
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/CMS/state-seal-song-symbols
Information on State Seal, Song, and Symbols
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Find out about the history of the State Seal, lyrics for the State Song, and what our state symbols are.
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/IDOT/bridge-information-search
Illinois Bridge Information Search
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Offers offer bridge inspection and inventory information to the public.
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/SOS/historical-maps
Find Historical Maps
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The State Library Map site allows you to discover the map databases as well as obtain information on how to access the maps within the State Library.
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/IGB/videoreports
Video Gaming Monthly Reports
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Access information about monthly revenue data for Video Gaming statewide, by municipality, or establishment.
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/IDOA/food-business-search
Food & AgriBusiness Entity Search
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In addition to farming, Illinois is a leading state in agricultural related industries. The Illinois Department of Agriculture tracks Illinois companies that produce, process, package or are headquared in Illinois. These companies are proud members of the Illinois Products logo program.
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/IGB/gamingboardschedule
Illinois Gaming Board Meeting Schedule and Documents
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Access information about the Illinois Gaming Board Meeting dates, minutes and audio
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/DCEO/find-iIncubators
Find Incubators & Research Parks
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https://www2.illinois.gov/services/IGB/riverboatapplications
Riverboat Applications & Forms
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Access IGB Riverboat applications and forms online.
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/IGB/riverboatreports
Riverboat Monthly Reports
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Access information about the receipts, admissions and tax allocation information as well as credit and check cashing activities for each Illinois casino
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/IDOA/coop-search
Illinois Agricultural Coop Search
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The Illinois Department of Agriculture tracks agricultural cooperatives in the state of Illinois. This directory is designed to help farmers find additional resources in their community.
https://www2.illinois.gov/services/IGB/videoforms
Video Gaming Applications & Forms
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Access IGB Video Gaming applications and forms online

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https://www2.illinois.gov/agencies/DCEO
Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Department of
Our mission is to provide economic opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs, and residents that improve the quality of life for all Illinoisans. We are laser-focused on improving transparency and accountability, enhancing customer service, increasing Illinois’ competitiveness, advancing minority empowerment, modernizing Illinois’ workforce, and elevating our state’s promotional efforts.
https://www2.illinois.gov/agencies/ALPLM
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum brings to life Abraham Lincoln’s story through immersive exhibits and displays of original artifacts.
https://www2.illinois.gov/agencies/IAC
Arts Council
The Illinois Arts Council Agency develops the state’s public arts policy, fosters quality culturally diverse programs, and approves grants expenditures.

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