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SR 70

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates Wednesday, April 15, 2026, as Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brach Myers

Designates April 15, 2026 as Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association Day at the State Capitol to recognize occupational therapists and their contributions.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 4/23/2026.
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Bill Summary · SR 70

Summary of SR 70 (2026) – Louisiana Special Day Designation

What the bill does

  • Designates Wednesday, April 15, 2026, as Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.
  • This is a symbolic, ceremonial designation to recognize the Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association (LOTA) and the work of occupational therapists in the state.

Main purpose and intent

  • To honor and celebrate the contributions of occupational therapists in Louisiana.
  • To acknowledge the profession’s role in improving participation in daily activities, promoting independence, and enhancing quality of life for individuals with chronic conditions, as well as its contributions to workplace health and safety.

Key provisions and changes

  • The bill adds a ceremonial designation for a specific date:
    • Wednesday, April 15, 2026, designated as Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.
  • The designation invites recognition and celebration of the field and its professionals.
  • No changes to statutes governing practice, licensing, funding, or regulatory authorities are enacted.

Who or what would be affected

  • Acknowledgment by the Louisiana State Capitol during a designated day.
  • The Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association (LOTA) as the recipient of the designation, with a formal copy of the resolution transmitted to LOTA.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Enacted by the Louisiana Senate through SR 70 during the 2026 Regular Session.
  • Notable procedural steps reflected in the record:
    • Introduced in the Senate (April 13, 2026).
    • Read by title and placed on the Calendar.
    • Read by title and adopted (April 15, 2026).
  • The resolution is largely ceremonial and does not amend existing laws or create new programs.

Additional context

  • The resolution notes there are over 3,000 licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in Louisiana.
  • April is nationally recognized as Occupational Therapy Month, aligning with the designation.

If you’d like, I can compare SR 70 to similar past or current ceremonial resolutions, or provide a one-page briefing for stakeholders.

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

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