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SC 537

Designate April 24, 2025, as "Reman Day" in Mississippi.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rita Parks and 1 co-sponsor

Mississippi bill to designate April 24, 2025, as "Reman Day" passed Senate but died in House committee without clarification of what "Reman" represents.

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Bill Summary · SC 537

Legislative bill overview

Bill SC 537 would designate April 24, 2025, as "Reman Day" in Mississippi as a ceremonial recognition. The bill passed the Senate on March 13, 2025, but subsequently died in House committee on April 3, 2025, and did not advance further.

Why is this important

Designating commemorative days allows states to recognize individuals, groups, or concepts deemed culturally or historically significant. However, this particular bill's impact is minimal since the designated date (April 24, 2025) has already passed as of the bill's death in committee, making the designation symbolic at best.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of clarity on "Reman": The bill materials do not explain who or what "Reman" refers to, making it unclear whether this honors a person, organization, or concept
  • Timing issues: The designated date occurred before final legislative action, raising questions about the bill's practical purpose
  • Legislative resources: Some argue that designating commemorative days uses legislative time that could address substantive policy matters

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

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