Designates October 1, 2013, as "World Peace Day in Louisiana".
Impact
The resolution calls upon the Louisiana World Peace Day Committee to organize activities that promote awareness against violence and may encourage further observances in schools, communities, and workplaces across the state. By doing so, it reinforces existing state initiatives aimed at addressing violence and instilling a culture of peace. Additionally, it could bolster community engagement and education efforts surrounding peace initiatives and violence prevention.
Summary
SCR94 is a concurrent resolution that designates October 1, 2013, as 'World Peace Day' in the state of Louisiana. The resolution emphasizes the need to address violence across all forms and raises awareness about the importance of peace within families, communities, and nations. It highlights ongoing struggles against violence and advocates for a universal desire for peace among all people, recognizing the integral role that different cultures and ethnic backgrounds play in promoting this message.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding SCR94 appears to be largely positive, as it seeks to unite people from diverse backgrounds in the common goal of fostering peace. Legislative support, as reflected in the unanimous vote (32 yeas, 0 nays), indicates strong agreement among legislators about the importance of peace-related efforts in Louisiana. However, it also signals the ongoing challenges in addressing the various forms of violence that communities face.
Contention
While it is a resolution and not a contentious piece of legislation, there may still be challenges in eliciting active participation from all segments of the community. Some critics may argue that designating a day for peace might not be sufficient to enact meaningful change in addressing violence, highlighting the ongoing need for proactive measures beyond symbolic gestures. Nevertheless, the resolution serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility to promote peace.
Requests that the Bd. of Regents and the State Bd. of Elementary and Secondary Education, with the Taylor Foundation, La. Office of Student Financial Assistance, public postsecondary education management boards, and certain others, study certain issues relative to TOPS
Requests the Louisiana Workforce Commission and the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs to study employment practices and professional licensing requirements to benefit veterans in the workforce
Creates a task force to study meaningful oversight of the professional healthcare licensing boards statutorily created within the Department of Health and Hospitals.