SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 29, 2026, as Assumption Parish Day at the state capitol
This bill designates Wednesday, April 29, 2026, as Assumption Parish Day at the Louisiana state capitol. The measure recognizes the parish's historical significance, including its early settlement by Native American tribes and French and Spanish settlers, as well as its long-standing role in agriculture, particularly sugar cane production. By officially naming this date, the resolution expresses appreciation for the contributions of Assumption Parish to the state's agricultural industry and cultural landscape. The bill is a commemorative resolution that does not create new laws or change existing policies.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 5, 2026
Last action May 21, 2026
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May 7, 2026
MINOR
The bill was converted from a draft House Resolution to an enrolled version, indicating it has passed all legislative stages and is ready for the Governor's signature. The substantive policy content, including the designation of April 29, 2026, as Assumption Parish Day and the historical recitations, remains unchanged.
Scope change
None; the bill's scope and applicability are identical in both versions.
TECHNICAL
The document header was updated to reflect the 'Enrolled' status, replacing the 'Original' draft label and adding the Speaker of the House's signature block, which signifies the bill has completed the legislative process.
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
0
May 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
Read by title, adopted.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Chasity Martinez
DDemocratic
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