Maine HP1485: JOINT RESOLUTION TO HONOR THE LIFE, FAITH, LEADERSHIP AND LEGACY OF CHARLES "CHARLIE" JAMES KIRK

What the bill says

An act of political violence on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University; and.

From the introduced text:

an act of political violence on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk made the decision to follow Jesus Christ as a young person and boldly lived out his faith with conviction, courage and compassion, grounding his life and work in daily devotion to Scripture, prayer and the Gospel message; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk was a devoted husband to his wife Erika, and a loving father to their daughter and son, exemplifying the virtues of faith, fidelity and fatherhood; and WHEREAS, at 18 years of age, Charlie Kirk founded Turning Point USA in 2012, which grew to more than 3,500 campus chapters and over 250,000 members nationwide, mobilizing young Americans to embrace fiscal responsibility, free markets, limited government and the blessings of liberty; and WHEREAS, through his leadership, Turning Point USA helped register and mobilize more than 125,000 new voters in the 2024 election, narrowing the youth voter gap and shaping civic engagement among the next generation; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk became one of the most prominent Christian voices in America, engaging in civil discourse on college campuses, media platforms and national forums, always seeking to elevate truth, defend Biblical values and strengthen the Republic; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk's journey of faith was deepened by his study of Scripture and by life-changing experiences such as his …

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Sponsors

• Reagan Paul (R, 37) · primary sponsor
• Barbara Bagshaw (R, 106)
• Marygrace Cimino (R, 83)
• Alicia Collins (R, 61)
• Kimberly Haggan (R, 36)
• Chad Perkins (R, 31)
• Katrina Smith (R, 62)
• Michael Soboleski (R, 73)
• Stewart, Trey L. (R, 2)
• James White (R, 30)

Latest actions

1. March 18, 2026: Senator PIERCE of Cumberland moved to INSIST on INDEFINITE POSTPONEMENT. Motion by Senator STEWART of Aroostook to RECEDE and CONCUR FAILED. Roll Call Ordered Roll Call Number 771 Yeas 14 - Nays 17 - Excused 4 - Absent 0 Senator STEWART of Aroostook moved to INSIST and ASK for a COMMITTEE OF CONFERENCE. On motion by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland Tabled until Later in Today's Session, pending Motion by Senator STEWART of Aroostook to INSIST and ASK for a COMMITTEE OF CONFERENCE. Taken from the tab
2. March 17, 2026: The House INSISTED on ADOPTION of the Joint Resolution. ROLL CALL NO. 659(Yeas 111 - Nays 27 - Absent 11 - Excused 1 - Vacant 1)ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
3. March 12, 2026: Taken from the table by the President Subsequently, ADOPTED in concurrence. On motion by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland the Senate RECONSIDERED whereby we ADOPTED the Joint Resolution PREVAILED Roll Call Ordered Roll Call Number 763 Yeas 17 - Nays 15 - Excused 3 - Absent 0 On motion by Senator DUSON of Cumberland INDEFINITE POSTPONEMENT of Joint Resolution PREVAILED In NON-CONCURRENCE. Roll Call Ordered Roll Call Number 764 Yeas 18 - Nays 15 - Excused 2 - Absent 0 Sent down for concurrence.
4. March 10, 2026: Unfinished Business
5. March 5, 2026: Unfinished Business
6. March 3, 2026: Unfinished Business
7. February 26, 2026: Unfinished Business
8. February 24, 2026: READ On motion by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland Tabled until Later in Today's Session, pending ADOPTION in concurrence. Unfinished Business
9. February 12, 2026: READ and ADOPTED.Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

Common questions

What is HP1485?

HP1485 is a bill in the Maine Legislature (132nd Legislature): JOINT RESOLUTION TO HONOR THE LIFE, FAITH, LEADERSHIP AND LEGACY OF CHARLES "CHARLIE" JAMES KIRK.

What does HP1485 do?

In its own words: An act of political violence on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University; and.

What is the status of HP1485?

Failed as of March 18, 2026. Latest action: Senator PIERCE of Cumberland moved to INSIST on INDEFINITE POSTPONEMENT. Motion by Senator STEWART of Aroostook to RECEDE and CONCUR FAILED. Roll Call Ordered Roll Call Number 771 Yeas 14 - Nays 17 - Excused 4 - Absent 0 Senator STEWART of Aroostook moved to INSIST and ASK for a COMMITTEE OF CONFERENCE. On motion by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland Tabled until Later in Today's Session, pending Motion by Senator STEWART of Aroostook to INSIST and ASK for a COMMITTEE OF CONFERENCE. Taken from the tab (March 18, 2026).

Who sponsored HP1485?

Reagan Paul (R, 37), with 9 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HP1485?

On the Maine Legislature website: https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=0&snum=132