Designates every October 14th as "Charlie Kirk Day" in Missouri

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Deanna Self

Missouri designates October 14 as Charlie Kirk Day for symbolic observance with no required actions or funding.

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

#holidaysandobservances #tourism

Summary of HCR 46 (2026) – Missouri

Purpose and intent

HCR 46 designates a commemorative observance in Missouri, establishing October 14th as “Charlie Kirk Day” in the state.

The resolution appears to be a concurrent resolution (HCR) rather than a bill to create or amend law with fiscal obligations, aiming to recognize or honor an individual by name.

Key provisions and changes

Establishes October 14th each year as “Charlie Kirk Day” in Missouri.

The resolution designates the commemorative day to acknowledge Charlie Kirk, presumably for contributions or significance as determined by the sponsors.

No statutory requirements for state agencies to perform specific actions, nor creation of new programs or funding are explicitly stated in the text provided.

The action history indicates normal concurrent-resolution procedure: introduction, first reading, second reading, and referral to a committee.

Who or what would be affected

The designation primarily affects symbolic observance within state government and public life.

Government offices, schools, and cultural institutions may reference the day in communications or calendar materials; no mandatory programmatic obligations or funding are specified.

Public perception and media coverage in Missouri may reflect the designation as part of annual observances on October 14th.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduced and Read First Time: February 12, 2026.

Read Second Time: February 16, 2026.

Referred to Emerging Issues (H): May 15, 2026.

As a concurrent resolution, passage typically requires approval by both chambers (House and Senate) and then the governor’s signature to become a formal recognition, though many concurrent resolutions are symbolic and do not carry fiscal implications.

Co-sponsor: Deanna Self (indicating bipartisan or cross-chamber support is possible, depending on further actions).

Notes and context

The bill functions as a ceremonial designation rather than a regulatory or funding measure.

The precise rationale for designating Charlie Kirk Day is not detailed in the provided text; further committee materials or sponsor statements would clarify the intended basis for recognition.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to include a succinct “Impact at a glance” box, or compare it to similar commemorative resolutions in Missouri to provide broader context.