COMMENDATIONS: Designates June 30, 2026, as Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) Awareness Day at the state capitol and commends Paisley Grace Langton and others who face AMC

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rodney Schamerhorn

Designates June 30, 2026 as AMC Awareness Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to publicly commend individuals with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita and raise awareness.

Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.

Overview

HR 393 (Session 2026, Louisiana) designates June 30, 2026 as Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) Awareness Day at the Louisiana State Capitol and publicly commends individuals facing AMC, including Paisley Grace Langton. The bill is a commemorative resolution intended to raise awareness about AMC and recognize those affected.

Purpose and Intent

Establishes an official recognition within the state capitol to raise awareness of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita.

Publicly commends individuals and families impacted by AMC, highlighting personal stories and experiences, with specific mention of Paisley Grace Langton and others who face AMC.

Serves as a symbolic gesture to promote understanding, inclusion, and support for people living with AMC.

Key Provisions

Designation: Proclaims June 30, 2026 as AMC Awareness Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

Commendations: Extends formal commendations to Paisley Grace Langton and others who face AMC, recognizing their resilience and contributions.

Scope: Limited to ceremonial recognition within the state capitol; does not appear to mandate funding, regulatory changes, or program creation.

Procedural Note: The bill has an action history entry indicating it was read by title and lies over under the rules as of May 29, 2026.

Who/What Is Affected

Individuals with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita: Public recognition and awareness efforts.

Paisley Grace Langton: Specifically named in the commendations.

General public in Louisiana: beneficiaries of heightened AMC awareness and potential ensuing education or advocacy.

State government: Louisiana State Capitol hosts the commemorative designation and related ceremonies, aligned with ceremonial protocol.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Rodney Schamerhorn.

Status: Read by title and laid over under the rules on May 29, 2026, indicating the bill is in a pending stage requiring further actions (e.g., committees, floor action) to pass.

Timeline: The designation targets a specific date—June 30, 2026—for the awareness day, suggesting the designation would be in effect for that day unless amended otherwise.

Potential Impact

Educational and awareness benefits: Greater visibility for AMC within Louisiana; potential to spur local advocacy, community events, and increased understanding among the public and policymakers.

Ceremonial value: Provides formal recognition for individuals and families affected by AMC, which can have symbolic and morale benefits.

No fiscal or regulatory changes: Based on the information available, the bill does not appear to authorize funding, create programs, or impose new regulations.

If you’d like, I can compare this bill to similar AMC awareness resolutions or provide a brief overview of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita to contextualize the significance of the designation.