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SCR 13

SCR 13 - This concurrent resolution provides that every October 14th shall be designated as "Charlie Kirk Day" in Missouri. JIM ERTLE

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Adam Schnelting

Missouri would designate October 14th annually as "Charlie Kirk Day," officially recognizing the conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder.

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Bill Summary · SCR 13

Legislative bill overview

SCR 13 is a ceremonial resolution that would designate October 14th annually as "Charlie Kirk Day" in Missouri. The bill honors Charlie Kirk, a political activist and founder of Turning Point USA, a conservative student organization. This is a non-binding resolution that creates no legal requirements or state expenditures.

Why is this important

State designations of commemorative days carry symbolic weight and represent official state recognition. While ceremonial, such resolutions reflect which individuals and causes the legislature prioritizes for public acknowledgment. They can influence state-level political messaging and educational focus.

Potential points of contention

  • Partisan symbolism: Charlie Kirk is a prominent conservative political figure; designating a day in his honor may be viewed as the state endorsing a specific political ideology rather than honoring a universally recognized achievement or historical figure
  • Precedent concerns: If approved, this could prompt requests for similar designations for political figures across the ideological spectrum, raising questions about whether state resources should honor active partisan activists
  • Relevance to Missouri: The bill does not explain Kirk's specific connection to Missouri or why this date and person warrant state-level commemoration compared to other potential honorees

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

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