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SR 35

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: To recognize Wednesday, April 23, 2025, as Big Brothers Big Sisters Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Gerald Boudreaux

Louisiana designated April 23, 2025 as Big Brothers Big Sisters Day at the state capitol to honor the youth mentorship organization without appropriating funds or enacting new policy.

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 35

Legislative bill overview

SR 35 designates Wednesday, April 23, 2025, as Big Brothers Big Sisters Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. This is a commemorative resolution that honors the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization on a specific date without creating new law or appropriating funds.

Why is this important

Ceremonial recognitions like this bring visibility to nonprofit mentorship organizations that provide youth development services. The designation allows Big Brothers Big Sisters to leverage state recognition for fundraising and community awareness efforts.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive action: Some view such resolutions as meaningful civic recognition, while others see them as low-priority legislative activity that uses chamber time without policy impact
  • Selectivity concerns: Questions about why this organization receives recognition over other nonprofits serving similar functions in Louisiana
  • Lack of resource allocation: The resolution provides no funding or programmatic support beyond symbolic acknowledgment

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

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