Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HR 202 — SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 27, 2026, as Rural Mental Health Day at the capitol

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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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

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 28, 2026.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

21 added · 31 removed

Plain-language change summary

The amendment to Bill HR 202 adds formal recognition of April 27, 2026, as Rural Mental Health Day at the capitol and highlights the specific contributions of the Louisiana Rural Mental Health Alliance and mental health rehabilitation providers. This change emphasizes the importance of mental health support in rural areas, acknowledging the challenges these communities face in accessing care. By designating a special day, the resolution aims to raise awareness and promote advocacy for improving mental health services in underserved regions.

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HLS 26RS-4486 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
ENROLLED Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
202 BY REPRESENTATIVE MCFARLAND SPECIALDAY/WEEK/MONTH:
202 BY REPRESENTATIVE MCFARLAND A RESOLUTION To designate Monday, April 27, 2026, as Rural Mental Health Dayat the capitol.
DesignatesApril 27, 2026, as Rural Mental Health Day at the capitol A RESOLUTION To designate Monday, April 27, 2026, as Rural Mental Health Dayat the capitol.
Page 1 of 2 HLS 26RS-4486 ORIGINAL HR NO.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Page 1 of 1
202 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 202 Original 2026 Regular Session McFarland Designates April 27, 2026, as Rural Mental Health Dayat the capitol.
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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.

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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 202?
HR 202 is sponsored by Jack McFarland (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 202?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 27, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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