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HB 2797

Designates April 9th each year as Clyde S. Cahill, Jr. day.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marlon Anderson and 1 co-sponsor

Missouri HB 2797 designates April 9th annually as Clyde S. Cahill, Jr. Day to honor the namesake individual through state recognition.

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Bill Summary · HB 2797

Legislative bill overview

HB 2797 designates April 9th each year as Clyde S. Cahill, Jr. Day in Missouri. This is a commemorative measure that establishes an annual recognition date to honor the individual. The bill is currently in early stages of the legislative process.

Why is this important

Commemorative designations serve to publicly recognize individuals for their contributions to their community or state. Such bills typically honor people who have made significant professional, civic, or cultural impacts, though the specific accomplishments of Clyde S. Cahill, Jr. are not detailed in the bill summary provided.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: Without details about Clyde S. Cahill, Jr.'s achievements, legislators and constituents may question whether the designation meets criteria for state commemoration
  • Resource allocation: Some may argue legislative time should prioritize substantive policy bills over commemorative measures
  • Precedent concerns: Widespread commemorative bills could lead to calendar crowding if approval standards aren't clearly defined

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

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