Rosa Parks Day; recognize February 4, 2026
This resolution (SR 587) designates February 4, 2026, as "Rosa Parks Day" at the state capitol to honor Rosa Parks' legacy. It commemorates her 1955 bus protest and role in the Civil Rights Movement through a ceremonial recognition, without creating new laws or affecting any individuals. The resolution was adopted by the Senate in January 2026 and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies to the public. It is purely symbolic, focusing on honoring Parks' historical impact.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Jan 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 21, 2026
Last action Jan 27, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Jan 27, 2026
Upper · Passed
Senate Read and Adopted
upper
Jan 21, 2026
Introduced
Senate Hopper
upper
4 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Donzella James
DDemocratic
P
Freddie Sims
DDemocratic
P
Kim Jackson
DDemocratic
P
RaShaun Kemp
DDemocratic
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