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HR 1048

Purple Up! For Military Kids Day; honoring military kids; resolution.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Daniel Pae

Designates April 15 as Purple Up! For Military Kids Day in Oklahoma to honor military families and their children with a statewide ceremonial observance.

Enrolled, signed, filed with Secretary of State
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Bill Summary · HR 1048

Summary of HR 1048 (Oklahoma, 2026)

Title

Purple Up! For Military Kids Day; honoring military kids; resolution.

Purpose and intent

  • Designate April 15 as Purple Up! For Military Kids Day in Oklahoma.
  • Express gratitude to military families and their children for their sacrifices and dedication to the state and nation.
  • Align with the national recognition of the Month of the Military Child (April) and the symbol of purple representing unity among military branches.

Key provisions and changes

  • Official designation: The Oklahoma House of Representatives designates April 15 as Purple Up! For Military Kids Day within the state.
  • Counsel and sentiment: The resolution acknowledges and thanks military families and their children for their service and sacrifices.
  • Symbolic gesture: Emphasizes wearing purple on that day as a visible tribute (in line with the broader Purple Up symbolism that combines colors of all military branches).

Who/what is affected

  • Affects: Oklahoma’s governmental and civic institutions, schools, communities, and the public recognizing the day.
  • Beneficiaries: Military children and families, as well as the broader community that participates in the recognition.
  • The measure does not impose new duties or funding obligations; it creates an observance and a formal statement of appreciation.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and sponsorship: Authored by Rep. Pae; co-sponsored by Rep. Crosswhite-Hader, Kendrix, Manger, Hasenbeck, Boles.
  • Action history:
    • Introduced: April 8, 2026
    • Considered: April 15, 2026
    • Referred for enrollment: April 15, 2026
    • Enrolled, signed, filed with Secretary of State: April 16, 2026
  • Effective date: The resolution becomes official upon enrollment and filing; it designates the observance for the calendar year and sets a statewide awareness effort around April 15.
  • Nature of measure: Non-binding House Resolution. It expresses the will of the Oklahoma House to recognize the day but does not create new law, funding, or regulatory requirements.

Impact and significance

  • Symbolic impact: Elevates visibility of military families and children in Oklahoma and reinforces community support.
  • Public awareness: Encourages participation and recognition across schools, organizations, and communities during the Month of the Military Child, particularly on April 15.
  • No fiscal impact indicated; primarily a ceremonial designation.

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

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