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HCR 36

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Grambling State University on the occasion of the one hundred twenty-fifth anniversary of its founding and recognizes the university's contributions to higher education, leadership, and public service

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rashid Young

Louisiana honors Grambling State University on its 125th anniversary for its lasting contributions to higher education, leadership, and public service.

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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Bill Summary · HCR 36

Overview

  • Bill: House Concurrent Resolution No. 36 (HCR 36)
  • Session: 2026 Regular Session, Louisiana
  • Purpose: Commend Grambling State University (Grambling) on the 125th anniversary of its founding and recognize its contributions to higher education, leadership, and public service.

Main Purpose and Intent

  • To formally commend Grambling State University for reaching its one hundred twenty-fifth anniversary.
  • To acknowledge and celebrate the university’s enduring contributions to higher education, leadership development, and public service in Louisiana and beyond.
  • To reiterate the university’s guiding motto, “Where Everybody is Somebody,” as a reflection of its commitment to human dignity and educational opportunity.
  • To extend best wishes to students, faculty, staff, alumni, administration, and supporters as Grambling commemorates this milestone.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Declarative statements recognizing Grambling State University’s history, origin, and evolution:
    • Founded on November 1, 1901, originally as the Colored Industrial and Agricultural School.
    • Established through the efforts of the North Louisiana Colored Agriculture Relief Association (organized 1896).
    • Charles P. Adams (sent by Booker T. Washington) served as the founding president.
    • Moved to its current location in Grambling, Louisiana, in 1905.
    • Renamed Grambling State University in 1974, maintaining a focus on academic excellence, opportunity, and service.
  • Official recognition of the university’s long-standing role in education and public service.
  • Formal expression of best wishes to the Grambling community and supporters.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Grambling State University and its broader community (students, faculty, staff, alumni, administration, and supporters) would receive formal recognition and commendation from the Louisiana Legislature.
  • No changes to funding, governance, or statutory authority are attached to this resolution; the impact is ceremonial and honors-based.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Legislative steps completed:
    • The resolution passed through the Senate with no amendments and was returned to the House.
    • The House adopted and enrolled the resolution; it was signed by the Speaker of the House.
    • The Senate signed the resolution and sent it to the Secretary of State, finalizing the enactment as a concurrent resolution.
  • Status: Enrolled and signed; effectively a ceremonial acknowledgement by both chambers.
  • No effective dates or fiscal implications are stated; the act serves as a formal commendation.

Additional Context

  • The resolution highlights Grambling State University’s historic milestone and its impact on higher education and public service within Louisiana and beyond.
  • It reiterates the university’s motto, underscoring the institution’s mission and inclusive ethos.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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