SCR21 • 2026

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Geaux Far Louisiana Coalition and its collaborative of fatherhood-focused partners and designates Tuesday, April 7, 2026, as Dad's Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor: Royce Duplessis
Last action: 2026-04-13
Official status: Sent to the Secretary of State
Effective date: Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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COMMENDATIONS: Commends Geaux Far Louisiana Coalition and its collaborative of fatherhood-focused partners and designates Tuesday, April 7, 2026, as Dad's Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

What This Bill Does

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Geaux Far Louisiana Coalition and its collaborative of fatherhood-focused partners and designates Tuesday, April 7, 2026, as Dad's Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

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Bill History

2026-04-13 S
Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 4/9/2026.
2026-04-07 H
Signed by the Speaker of the House.
2026-04-07 S
Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate.
2026-04-01 S
Received from the House without amendments.
2026-04-01 H
Read by title, concurred in.
2026-03-31 H
Read by title. Lies over under the rules.
2026-03-31 H
Received in the House from the Senate.
2026-03-31 S
Read by title and adopted by a vote of 26 yeas and 0 nays. Ordered sent to the House.
2026-03-30 S
Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.

Official Summary Text

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Geaux Far Louisiana Coalition and its collaborative of fatherhood-focused partners and designates Tuesday, April 7, 2026, as Dad's Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

Current Bill Text

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2026 Regular Session ENROLLED
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 21
BY SENATOR DUPLESSIS
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
To commend the Geaux Far Louisiana Coalition and its collaborative of fatherhood-focused
partners and to designate Tuesday, April 7, 2026, as Dad's Day at the Louisiana State
Capitol.
WHEREAS, families are the foundation of our communities, and the contributions
of fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures are invaluable to the growth and
well-being of our society; and
WHEREAS, the role of a father encompasses teaching, guiding, nurturing, and
inspiring children to become responsible citizens who contribute positively to society; and
WHEREAS, the commitment and sacrifices made by fathers and father figures
deserve recognition and celebration; and
WHEREAS, Dad's Day provides an opportunity for communities across the state of
Louisiana to acknowledge and express gratitude for the love, support, and positive influence
that fathers provide in their families and neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, the spirit of Dad's Day aligns with our state's values of family,
community, and civic responsibility, and fosters a culture of mutual respect and appreciation
among all citizens; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper to honor the enduring legacy of fathers and father
figures by establishing a day dedicated to their recognition, encouragement, and celebration.
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SCR NO. 21 ENROLLED
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby
commend the Geaux Far Louisiana Coalition and does hereby designate Tuesday, April 7,
2026, as Dad's Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the
Geaux Far Louisiana Coalition.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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