Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HR 209 — SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April as Deaf History Month in Louisiana

Last action — Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

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    Introduced
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 27, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on April 29, 2026.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The revised bill now formally designates April as Deaf History Month in Louisiana and includes a more detailed explanation of why this designation is important. The changes emphasize the contributions of Deaf individuals, the significance of American Sign Language, and the need for accessibility and inclusion for the Deaf community. This matters because it highlights the importance of recognizing Deaf culture and encourages support for equal opportunities, fostering a more inclusive society.

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HLS 26RS-4536 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
ENROLLED Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
209 BY REPRESENTATIVE EDMONSTON SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH:
209 BY REPRESENTATIVE EDMONSTON A RESOLUTION To designate April as Deaf HistoryMonth in Louisiana.
Designates April as Deaf HistoryMonth in Louisiana A RESOLUTION To designate April as Deaf HistoryMonth in Louisiana.
Page 1 of 2 HLS 26RS-4536 ORIGINAL HR NO.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby designate April as Deaf History Month in Louisiana anddoesherebyencourageallcitizenstorecognizetheachievementsoftheDeafcommunity and to support efforts that promote accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all.
209 THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby designate April as Deaf History Month in Louisiana anddoesherebyencourageallcitizenstorecognizetheachievementsoftheDeafcommunity and to support efforts that promote accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Page 1 of 1
DIGEST ThedigestprintedbelowwaspreparedbyHouseLegislative Services.
It constitutes nopart of the legislative instrument.
The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute part of the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent.
[R.S.
1:13(B) and 24:177(E)] HR 209 Original 2026 Regular Session Edmonston Designates April as Deaf HistoryMonth in La.
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Action History

  1. Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

  2. Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.

  3. Read by title, adopted.

  4. Read by title. Lies over under the rules.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (146)

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Who sponsors HR 209?
HR 209 is sponsored by Kathy Edmonston (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 209?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 27, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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