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SR 137

Memorials, Recognition - Hancock County Hospital, 20th anniversary -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jessie Seal

Urges the state to designate September 22, 2025 as National Family Day; symbolic, nonbinding, promotes family bonding and observance without creating laws, duties, or costs.

Signed by Senate Speaker
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Bill Summary · SR 137

Summary — SR 137: Urges State to recognize September 22, 2025 as “National Family Day”

Main purpose

SR 137 is a commemorative Senate resolution that urges the State to recognize September 22, 2025 as “National Family Day.” Its intent is to promote awareness of the importance of strong family bonds, encourage residents to spend meaningful time with loved ones, and reinforce support for policies and resources that strengthen family stability and parental involvement.

Key provisions

  • Formally urges the State to recognize September 22, 2025 as “National Family Day.”
  • Encourages state agencies, community organizations, and residents to observe the day by spending quality time with family and engaging in community activities that support familial ties.
  • Directs that copies of the resolution, as filed with the Secretary of the Senate, be transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to key stakeholders, advocacy groups, and community leaders throughout the State.

Who is affected

  • Families and residents (public awareness and optional participation).
  • Community, faith‑based, and family‑service organizations (potential partners for events/activities).
  • State agencies and elected officials (may cite or promote the observance).
  • No private rights, regulatory obligations, or funding changes are created by the resolution.

Procedural status and timeline

  • Introduced: February 21, 2025.
  • Referred to: Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (per bill information).
  • Sponsor(s): RaShaun Kemp (primary), Kenya Wicks, Sonya Halpern, Ed Harbison, Sheikh Rahman, Derek Mallow, Donzella James, Randal Mangham, Freddie Powell Sims, Nan Orrock, Gail Davenport, Jason Esteves, Michael “Doc” Rhett, Patrick McMath (co‑sponsors listed).
  • Related bill: SCR 168 (companion).
  • Note: As a commemorative resolution, final disposition typically requires Senate adoption; it is non‑binding and does not create statutory obligations.

Fiscal and legal impact

  • Symbolic/ceremonial only. The resolution makes no appropriation, does not change law, and does not impose regulatory requirements or new costs on the State.

Additional note

The legislative document provided included several unrelated resolution texts from other jurisdictions (memorials, pilot project requests, and other states’ versions). This summary focuses solely on the provisions specific to SR 137 that urge recognition of National Family Day on September 22, 2025.

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

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