Klamath Falls, OR – Today, State Representative E. Werner Reschke announced two resolutions he will introduce during the legislative short session in 2026. The first will be a resolution declaring October 14th as Charlie Kirk Day. The second resolution is a voter referendum to preserve parental rights in Oregon’s Constitution.
“Creating strong families is a central them to both these resolutions. Without strong families, we cannot have strong communities, a strong state or strong nation. These resolutions acknowledge, strengthen and encourage the need for strong families.”
“Charlie Kirk was a once-in-a-lifetime person of character, change and charisma. His focus on families, young adults, and his fearless approach to cultural and political issues was second to none. He exemplified how our political discourse should take place — peacefully and respectfully. He modeled how to live life to its fullest, positively impacting hundreds of millions of people around the world. We should honor such a man. Therefore during the short session I will introduce a resolution declaring October 14th, Charlie Kirk Day. This date was Charlie’s birthday.”
“I will also be reintroducing a resolution that ensures parents have a fundamental right to the upbringing, education and care for their children. In light of AB 495’s serious consideration in California’s legislature, Oregon parents need the protection of such a constitutional provision,” said Rep. Reschke.
The legislative “short session” will begin on February 2, 2026 and concludes no later than March 9, 2026. During the short session, each legislator is allowed to introduce two bills.
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E. Werner Reschke is serving his fifth term in the Oregon House of Representatives. He represents over 70,000 Oregonians in House District 55, which includes southern and eastern Deschutes County and northern and eastern Klamath County.
