AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- STATE EMBLEMS
HB 7086 designates rhythm and blues (defined as music blending pop, soul, funk, hip-hop, and electronic elements) as the state music. This ceremonial bill does not impose any new regulations, taxes, or obligations on residents or businesses - it solely establishes a symbolic recognition of the genre. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, adding this designation to the state's official emblems. It affects no individuals or entities directly, as it is purely a cultural and symbolic measure.
Bill status
died
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2026
Last action Jan 20, 2026
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3
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Committee
1
Jan 20, 2026
Committee
01/20/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
legislature
Jan 14, 2026
Introduced
01/14/2026 Introduced, referred to House Special Legislation
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10 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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