AN ACT relating to Charlie Kirk Day.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Calloway and 1 co-sponsor

The bill would designate a day as Charlie Kirk Day and authorize state and local entities to recognize it through proclamations, ceremonies, or public observances.

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Summary of HB 87 (2026 Reg. Session, Kentucky)

Purpose and intent

HB 87 is introduced in the Kentucky House of Representatives with the stated aim of establishing a commemorative observance known as “Charlie Kirk Day.” The bill designates a specific day on which activities, acknowledgments, or recognitions related to Charlie Kirk may be observed within the state.

Key provisions and changes

Proclamation and observance:

Creates an annual or one-time designation of a date to be observed as Charlie Kirk Day.
Authorizes or directs state or local governments, schools, or appropriate civic entities to recognize the day through proclamations, ceremonies, or public acknowledgments.

Scope of recognition:

Specifies the types of entities that may participate in or sponsor observances (e.g., state agencies, public schools, and local governments). May include optional activities such as educational programming, flag ceremonies, or community events.

Funding and resources:

The bill does not clearly indicate a dedicated appropriation; if any funding is contemplated, it would be addressed in a separate section or through annual state budgeting processes.

Reporting or administration:

May establish a process for acknowledging the day (e.g., submitting notices to a specified state office or maintaining a record of observances).
Could designate a coordinating office or official responsible for the oversight of the commemorative day, including any required reporting or success metrics.

Who would be affected

State government entities:

Potentially required to observe or acknowledge Charlie Kirk Day through official proclamations or ceremonies.

Public schools and local governments:

May be encouraged or authorized to participate in observances, which could include classroom or community activities.

General public:

Individuals and organizations may participate in or attend commemorative events.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and referral:

Introduced in the Kentucky House on January 7, 2026.
Referred to the Committee on Committees (House) on the same day, which typically handles internal procedural matters and assignment to a policy committee.

Next steps (if advanced):

The bill would proceed to a relevant policy committee for examination of substance (e.g., education, government, or a general provisions committee).
If approved, it would move to the full House for consideration and potential passage, followed by Senate consideration and potential executive action (governor’s signature or veto).

Enactment timeline:

The bill’s effective date (if enacted) would be specified in the final language, often concurrent with the date of enactment or a future date announced in the statute.

Notes and considerations

The description reflects typical features of a commemorative designation bill. Details such as the precise date of observance, the scope of participation, and any funding provisions would be clarified in the final enacted text.

As introduced, the bill primarily establishes authority and framework for recognizing Charlie Kirk Day rather than imposing broad new duties or substantial regulatory changes.

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