HR 209 Louisiana House · 2026 Regular Session

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April as Deaf History Month in Louisiana

This Louisiana legislative resolution officially designates April as Deaf History Month to honor the contributions and achievements of the Deaf community. The measure encourages citizens, schools, and organizations to recognize Deaf culture and support efforts for greater accessibility and inclusion. By acknowledging milestones in Deaf history and the importance of American Sign Language, the bill aims to promote awareness and equal opportunity for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

Issues: ✓ Education

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Apr 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

Apr 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Apr 27, 2026 Last action Apr 30, 2026

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HR209 Original → HR209 Enrolled · 1 edit · Apr 29, 2026

MINOR

The bill was finalized and enrolled, converting it from a draft resolution to an official legislative instrument. The substantive policy content regarding the designation of April as Deaf History Month in Louisiana remains unchanged, with the only modifications being the removal of draft headers and the addition of official enrollment markings.

TECHNICAL

Removed draft identifiers and page headers; added official 'ENROLLED' status and Speaker of the House signature block.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

Apr 28, 2026

Lower · Passed

Read by title, adopted.

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors