The idea of forming an Illinois JCI Senate group was fostered for sometime in the minds and hearts of many interested Senators. These interested Senators who desired to retain a continuity of contact between individuals further promoted the idea which in turn became a reality. In 1967, there were three recognized JCI Senate state organizations already formed, Oregon, Pennsylvania and California. The Illinois JCI Senate became the 4th state organization to officially be recognized by the US JCI Senate. On September 11, 1967, the Illinois JCI Senate was registered as a “not-for-profit” corporation in the State of Illinois. The filing … Continue reading The Early Years (1967-1977)