Celebrating Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day on November 14, 2025, in recognition of Ruby Bridges' historic contributions to the Civil Rights Movement
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) designating November 14, 2025, as "Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day" to honor Ruby Bridges' 1960 integration of an all-white New Orleans school. It recognizes her role in the Civil Rights Movement and encourages schools, organizations, and individuals to observe the day through activities promoting equity, courage, and education. The resolution asks the legislative body to pause its work on that date to celebrate her legacy and urges participation in honoring her commitment to racial justice. It does not create new policies or affect any legal rights.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Jan 2025
Governor
Introduced Jan 15, 2025
Last action Jan 22, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jan 22, 2025
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Jan 15, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Kevin Parker
DDemocratic/Working Families
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