Little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium); designating as the official state grass.
HB 152 designates little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) as the official state grass. This symbolic designation affects state representation in official contexts, such as state symbols and promotional materials. The bill creates no new laws, funding, or practical obligations; it solely updates the state's official emblem list. It is a procedural measure with no direct impact on residents or policy implementation.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 5, 2026
Last action Feb 6, 2026
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Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
3
Feb 2, 2026
Lower · Passed
Subcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote)
lower
Jan 30, 2026
Committee
Assigned HRUL sub: Studies Subcommittee
lower
Jan 5, 2026
Committee
Referred to Committee on Rules
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Holly Seibold
DDemocratic
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