HP 1485 Maine House · 132nd Legislature (2025-2026)

Joint Resolution To Honor The Life, Faith, Leadership And Legacy Of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk

This Maine joint resolution formally honors the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist who founded Turning Point USA, following his reported assassination in September 2025. The bill directs the state legislature to condemn political violence and extend condolences to Kirk's family while recognizing his contributions to civic engagement and Christian advocacy. It also issues a broad call for Americans to reject extremism and recommit to respectful debate and shared national values.

Bill status failed 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Feb 2026

Committee Review

Mar 2026

House Passage

Feb 2026

Senate Passage

Mar 2026

Governor

Introduced Feb 12, 2026 Last action Mar 18, 2026

Floor votes · House Mar 17, 2026

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

Mar 18, 2026

Upper · Passed

On motion by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland Tabled until Later in Today's Session, pending Motion by Senator STEWART of Aroostook to INSIST and ASK for a COMMITTEE OF CONFERENCE.

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Mar 18, 2026

Upper · Passed

Senator STEWART of Aroostook moved to INSIST and ASK for a COMMITTEE OF CONFERENCE.

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Mar 17, 2026

House · Passed

House Vote: pass (100-23-11)

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Mar 12, 2026

Upper · Passed

On motion by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland the Senate RECONSIDERED whereby we ADOPTED the Joint Resolution PREVAILED

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Mar 12, 2026

Upper · Passed

Subsequently, ADOPTED in concurrence.

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Feb 12, 2026

Lower · Passed

READ and ADOPTED.

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1 primary · 9 co-sponsors