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HR 233

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 5, 2026, as Omega Psi Phi Day at the Capitol

2026 Regular Session

Designates May 5, 2026 as Omega Psi Phi Day at the Capitol to ceremonially recognize the fraternity within the Louisiana Capitol environment.

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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Bill Summary · HR 233

Summary of Louisiana HR 233 (2026)

Title

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 5, 2026, as Omega Psi Phi Day at the Capitol

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill designates a specific day, May 5, 2026, as “Omega Psi Phi Day at the Capitol.”
  • The designation is ceremonial and intended to recognize the contributions or significance of Omega Psi Phi, a historically African American fraternity, within the state of Louisiana and/or in the broader civic life associated with the Capitol.

Key Provisions

  • Official Designation: May 5, 2026 is proclaimed as Omega Psi Phi Day at the Capitol.
  • Scope: The designation applies within the Louisiana Capitol environment for that day. It may involve recognition activities such as sessions or events at the Capitol, proclamations, or observances by legislators or staff.
  • Observance: While the bill designates the day, it does not appear to mandate specific activities beyond the designation (e.g., it does not require legislative sessions on that day to be canceled, nor does it create new regulatory requirements for agencies). The exact activities would be at the discretion of presiding officers and chamber rules.

Affected Parties

  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity (the organization being recognized).
  • Members and chapters of Omega Psi Phi in Louisiana.
  • Members of the Louisiana State Legislature, the Governor’s office, and Capitol staff who may participate in observance activities.
  • General public and visitors to the Capitol who may encounter the designation in signage, programs, or commemorative materials.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Action History: The bill was read by title on May 4, 2026.
  • Effective Date: The bill designates May 5, 2026 as Omega Psi Phi Day at the Capitol for that date. There is no stated longer-term effect beyond the designation of that day.
  • Legislative Status: The provided information indicates a read-by-title action; further steps (e.g., passage by both chambers, signature by the Governor) are not listed in the excerpt.

Observations and Context

  • This type of bill is typically ceremonial and informational, aimed at publicly recognizing a group or event.
  • There are no stated fiscal implications, regulatory changes, or policy shifts beyond the ceremonial designation.
  • If enacted, the designation may be reflected in official Capitol programs, signage, or commemorative notices for the day.

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

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