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SR 65

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Commends the Home Care Association of Louisiana for its outstanding achievements and service to the people of Louisiana and to designate Tuesday, May 13, 2025, as Home Care Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brach Myers

Louisiana designates May 13, 2025, as Home Care Day to honor the Home Care Association's service, providing symbolic state recognition to the home care industry.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate.
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Bill Summary · SR 65

Legislative bill overview

SR 65 is a ceremonial resolution that commends the Home Care Association of Louisiana for its work and officially designates Tuesday, May 13, 2025, as Home Care Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. The bill has already been passed and signed into law.

Why is this important

While primarily symbolic, this resolution provides official state recognition to the home care industry and the association representing it. Home care services are critical infrastructure for aging populations and people with disabilities, so legislative acknowledgment can draw public attention to workforce challenges and industry needs.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive: Critics may argue the state is offering recognition without accompanying funding or policy changes to address home care worker shortages or low wages
  • Resource allocation: Some may question whether official ceremonial days represent appropriate use of legislative time versus addressing systemic issues in the home care sector
  • Selective recognition: Questions about why this particular industry receives designation while others do not, and whether this sets a precedent for numerous similar resolutions

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

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