Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HR 287 — COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Ready Louisiana Coalition and designates May 19, 2026, as Early Ed Day at the state 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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    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 May 18, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on May 20, 2026.

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In plain language

The bill commemorates the Ready Louisiana Coalition and establishes May 19, 2026, as Early Ed Day.

This legislation recognizes the efforts of the Ready Louisiana Coalition and sets aside May 19, 2026, to celebrate early education in the state. It highlights the importance of early childhood education and acknowledges the coalition's contributions.

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What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The recent amendments to Bill HR 287 include a resolution that officially commends the Ready Louisiana Coalition and establishes May 19, 2026, as Early Ed Day at the state capitol. This change emphasizes the importance of investing in quality early childhood education, highlighting benefits for children's development and long-term outcomes. By recognizing this day, the bill aims to raise awareness about the significance of early education and its impact on families and local communities. This acknowledgment can help spark discussions about funding and resources for early childhood programs, which are crucial for setting a strong foundation for children in Louisiana.

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HLS 26RS-5283 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
ENROLLED Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
287 BY REPRESENTATIVE SCHLEGEL COMMENDATIONS:
287 BY REPRESENTATIVE SCHLEGEL A RESOLUTION To commend the Ready Louisiana Coalition and to designate Tuesday, May 19, 2026, as Early Ed Day at the state capitol.
Commends the ReadyLouisiana Coalition and designates May19, 2026, as Early Ed Day at the state capitol A RESOLUTION To commend the Ready Louisiana Coalition and to designate Tuesday, May 19, 2026, as Early Ed Day at the state capitol.
and WHEREAS, ninetypercentof brain development takes placebetweenbirth and age four, and because the earlyyears arewhen the foundation of the brain is built, children who begin school behind generally remain behind;
and WHEREAS, ninetypercentof brain development takes placebetweenbirth andage four, and because the earlyyears are when the foundation of the brain is built, children who begin school behind generally remain behind;
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287 WHEREAS, in Louisiana, the average family can spend as much on child care as they do on in-state college tuition, and these expenses are often a considerable part of their household budget;
287 ENROLLED WHEREAS, in Louisiana, the average family can spend as much on child care as they do on in-state college tuition, and these expenses are often a considerable part of their household budget;
DIGEST ThedigestprintedbelowwaspreparedbyHouseLegislative Services.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Page 2 of 2
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 287 Original 2026 Regular Session Schlegel Commends the Ready La.
Coalition and designates May 19, 2026, as Early Ed Day at the state 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.

  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 287?
HR 287 is sponsored by Laurie Schlegel (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 287?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced May 18, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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