SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 22, 2026, as Ascension Parish Day at the state capitol

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kathy Edmonston and 1 co-sponsor

Designates April 22, 2026 as Ascension Parish Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to recognize the parish’s history, economic impact, and collaborative efforts.

Received in the Senate. Read first time by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.

Basic purpose

Designates a specific day—Wednesday, April 22, 2026—as Ascension Parish Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

The resolution recognizes Ascension Parish’s history, economic role, teamwork, and future prospects, and invites continued celebration and acknowledgment of the parish’s contributions.

Key provisions

Declares Wednesday, April 22, 2026, as Ascension Parish Day at the state capitol.

Expresses official recognition of Ascension Parish’s:

Rich history and resilience
Economic significance to the parish, the state, and the Gulf South region
Collaboration among government, business, nonprofits, educators, and first responders
Commitment to education and workforce development from early childhood through higher education
Official motto “Ascension Means Business,” reflecting economic excellence and results

Describes the event as a gathering at the Capitol Park Museum featuring more than 80 partners (businesses, nonprofits, government and community groups, first responders, and educational institutions) to showcase Ascension Parish’s impact and potential.

Frames the day as a celebration of past achievements, current momentum, and a shared, collaborative future.

Who/what is affected

Official recognition by the Louisiana Legislature of Ascension Parish Day at the state capitol.

Participation and visibility for Ascension Parish partners (businesses, nonprofits, government entities, first responders, educators) during the capitol event.

Citizens and stakeholders are encouraged to celebrate and acknowledge Ascension Parish’s collaboration and progress.

Procedural/timeline aspects

Action history indicates: Read by title and adopted on April 16, 2026, and sent to the Senate for consideration.

As a concurrent resolution, this designation is ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding; it serves to formally recognize and honor Ascension Parish.

No funding provisions or statutory changes are included in the bill text.

Potential impact

Symbolic/ceremonial recognition that can enhance civic pride and visibility for Ascension Parish.

May foster opportunities for public-private and community partnerships by highlighting the parish’s role and future plans.

Could benefit local tourism and local business engagement during the Capitol event.

Notes:
- The bill text references April 22, 2025 in one place, but the title and enactment designate April 22, 2026. The official designation, per the measure, is for 2026. If disparities arise in publication, the 2026 date is the operative designation.

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