SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as the University of Louisiana System Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Gerald Boudreaux

Designates Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as University of Louisiana System Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to ceremonially recognize the UL System without altering laws or funding.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 3/27/2026.

Summary of SR 36 (2026) – Louisiana

Purpose and intent

SR 36 designates a special day at the Louisiana State Capitol to recognize the University of Louisiana System. Specifically, it designates Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as the University of Louisiana System Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

The resolution serves a ceremonial function, honoring and drawing attention to the University of Louisiana System within state government and the Capitol complex.

Key provisions

Declares Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as University of Louisiana System Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

Establishes the designation within the Senate jurisdiction and directs that the designation be recognized in parliamentary records and proceedings as appropriate.

Indicates the sponsor and co-sponsor of the resolution (Co-sponsor: Gerald Boudreaux).

Affected parties and scope

Primary: Institutions within the University of Louisiana System (ULS) and their leadership, students, faculty, alumni, and supporters.

Secondary: Members of the Louisiana Legislature, the Governor’s office, state agencies, and the general public who participate in or observe Capitol activities on or around the designated day.

The designation is ceremonial and does not alter statutory powers, funding, or governance of the ULS.

Procedural and timeline notes

Introduction and consideration: The resolution was introduced in the Senate, read by title, and, with Rules suspended, read a second time by title and adopted (as of the 2026-03-23 action).

Enactment status: The resolution has progressed to enrolled status and was signed by the President of the Senate and forwarded to the Secretary of State (3/27/2026), with formal enrollment completed (3/30/2026).

Effective date: The designation takes effect on the date specified in the resolution (Tuesday, March 24, 2026).

Potential impact

Public recognition: Heightens visibility of the University of Louisiana System within the state government and across Louisiana.

Ceremonial occasions: May prompt related ceremonial activities, proclamations, or acknowledgments during the designated day.

No fiscal or regulatory changes: The resolution does not establish funding, penalties, or policy changes; it is a commemorative measure.

Sponsor information

Primary sponsor: (Name not listed in the provided excerpt)

Co-sponsor: Gerald Boudreaux

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