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HR 6009

Honoring Michael Young for his outstanding work and contribution to our state as a talented artist and proud Kansas native.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Alcala and 53 co-sponsors

Kansas legislature honors Michael Young, a state native artist, for his artistic contributions and cultural impact on the state.

Enrolled on Friday, February 28, 2025
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Bill Summary · HR 6009

Legislative bill overview

HR 6009 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Michael Young, a Kansas artist and native, for his contributions to the state. The bill was introduced and adopted in the Kansas legislature without requiring a formal roll call vote, indicating unanimous or near-unanimous support.

Why is this important

While ceremonial bills do not create law or allocate resources, they serve as official state recognition of individuals' achievements and contributions to their communities. Such resolutions can boost cultural awareness and acknowledge artists' roles in representing their state's character and identity.

Potential points of contention

  • Legislative time allocation: Some argue that legislative bodies should prioritize substantive policy matters over ceremonial resolutions, particularly when significant policy issues remain unaddressed
  • Selection criteria: Questions about who receives official state recognition and whether selection processes are transparent or equitable across different regions and artistic disciplines
  • Symbolic vs. substantive value: Debate over whether ceremonial honors provide meaningful support to artists compared to funding for arts programs, grants, or infrastructure

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

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