Missouri House Bill HR5515

Missouri 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/16/24
• Refer: 4/16/24
• Report Pass: 4/23/24

Caption

Grants use of the House Chamber for inducting the bust of Norman Eugene Stewart into the Hall of Famous Missourians on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 1 p.m.

Impact

The impact of HR5515 on state laws is relatively minimal as it does not introduce or amend any laws pertaining to public policy or governance. Instead, it serves to honor an individual through a formal ceremony, which reflects the values of recognition and commemoration within the state's legislative activities. However, such honors can inspire community pride and may encourage future contributions by citizens to the state.

Summary

HR5515 is primarily a ceremonial bill that grants permission for the use of the House Chamber for an event honoring Norman Eugene Stewart. The event is scheduled for May 1, 2024, and will consist of the induction of Stewart's bust into the Hall of Famous Missourians. This bill is significant as it officially acknowledges an individual who has made contributions worthy of recognition in Missouri's history, and it facilitates the logistical aspects of holding the ceremony within a significant legislative space.

Contention

Given that HR5515 is a ceremonial bill, there are likely minimal points of contention surrounding it. Most discussions about such bills tend to focus on the appropriateness of the honor being bestowed rather than the mechanisms of governance. Potential debates could arise regarding the selection process for individuals to be honored in this manner, but based on existing discussions, there appears to be consensus on the positive representation of Norman Eugene Stewart in the Hall of Famous Missourians.