Bills & Legislation

CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of D'Orsay Deavenport Bryant, Jr., M.D.

Barbara CarpenterDemocrat

CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Reverend Dr. William J. Shaw

Joy WaltersDemocrat

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Bishop-Elect Jonathan Everett on the occasion of his elevation to the office of Bishop-Elect at Rock of Ages Baptist Church of New Orleans

Delisha BoydDemocrat

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Chief Judge Ree Casey Jones and Caddo Juvenile Court on the achievements of S.T.A.R. Court, Louisiana's first specialized court against human trafficking

Joy WaltersDemocrat

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Brooklyn Antoinette Kersey on being selected as the "Student of the Year" at Doyle High School in Livingston Parish.

Valarie HodgesRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the women who play a critical role in Louisiana's many industries, particularly the chemical industry.

Beth MizellRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Rachel Henry on being selected "Student of the Year" at Live Oak High School in Livingston Parish.

Valarie HodgesRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates Tuesday, March 17, 2026, as Louisiana Society of Professional Surveyors Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

William "Bill" Wheat Jr.Republican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Maggie Danielle Richardson on being selected as the "Student of the Year" at Albany High School in Livingston Parish.

Valarie HodgesRepublican

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Grady R. Hazel on the occasion of his passing.

Franklin J. FoilRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends James C. Walsh on being named the 2026 Hibernian of the Year in Louisiana.

Beth MizellRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Parker Posey on being selected "Student of the Year" at Holden High School in Livingston Parish.

Valarie HodgesRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Recognizes Monday, March 16, 2026, as Amite Oyster Festival Day at the Louisiana State Capitol and commends the Amite Oyster Festival for its historical, cultural, and economic significance to the city of Amite, and Tangipahoa Parish for its enduring legacy since 1976.

William "Bill" Wheat Jr.Republican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates Tuesday, April 7, 2026, as Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

William "Bill" Wheat Jr.Republican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the celebration of St.Patrick's Day and recognizes the cultural and historic links between Ireland and Louisiana.

Beth MizellRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Recognizes Tuesday, March 17, 2026, as Nurse Practitioner Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

Brach Jerad MyersRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends and recognizes the history of Irish Americans and the 250th anniversary of their signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Beth MizellRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities and celebrates the 2026 Bright Lights Awards Honorees.

Jeremy StineRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Recognizes Tuesday, March 17, 2026, as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

Royce DuplessisDemocrat

COMMENDATIONS: Commends John Rodriguez on being selected "Student of the Year" at Maurepas High School in Livingston Parish.

Valarie HodgesRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Thrive Academy and Thrive Foundation for their commitment to expanding educational opportunities for students in Louisiana and designates March 23, 2026, as Thrive Day at the capitol

Terry Landry Jr.Democrat

COMMENDATIONS: Commends women for the critical role they play in the chemistry industry and other industries in Louisiana

Kellee Hennessy DickersonRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Commemorates the celebration of St. Joseph's Day on March 19, 2026, and establishes the Italian American Legislative Caucus

Brian Leonard GloriosoRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Joe and Ann Blackwell on the occasion of their seventieth wedding anniversary

Mike JohnsonRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Pastor Aaron "AJ" Holloway on his installation as lead pastor of the Church of Pentecost in Ball, Louisiana

Mike JohnsonRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Bishop Lonnie Weidner for his faithful ministry and leadership at the Church of Pentecost in Ball, Louisiana

Mike JohnsonRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates March 18, 2026, as Plaquemines Parish Day at the state capitol

Jacob BraudRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans on the occasion of its forty-fifth anniversary and recognizes March 2026 as Louisiana Crimestoppers Month

Debbie VillioRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Malcolm "Coldblooded" Lee on being named Louisiana Outstanding Log Truck Driver of the Year

Christopher TurnerRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates March 25, 2026, as Louisiana Community and Technical College System Day at the capitol

Christopher TurnerRepublican

CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the Legislature of Louisiana on the death of Dr. Joe S. Green, "The Bayou Bishop"

Ed Larvadain IIIDemocrat

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 550 and St. Bernard Parish Government on the occasion of the annual Vietnam War Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony

Michael Robert Bayham Jr.Republican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Pope John Paul II Catholic High School Lady Jaguars Soccer Team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2026 Division IV state championship

Stephanie H. BeraultRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Jensen LeBlanc for being named a National Champion for Children's Miracle Network

Jeremy LaCombeRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates March 24, 2026, as Louisiana Athletic Trainers Day at the capitol and commends the members of the Louisiana Athletic Trainers Association

Christopher TurnerRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commemorates the one hundredth anniversary of Guaranty Corporation

Michael "Gabe" FirmentRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends decorated veteran and centenarian James "Jim" Bollich for his military service in the United States Army Air Corps on the occasion of Louisiana America 250

Michael Robert Bayham Jr.Republican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates the week of March 23-27, 2026, as Louisiana Agriculture Week at the state capitol and in the state of Louisiana and commends the farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness leaders who participate in this initiative

Rhonda Gaye ButlerRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates March 24, 2026, as Geaux Far Day at the capitol and commends Geaux Far Louisiana for its contributions to early childhood education

Troy Jude HebertRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Honors the life of former Xavier University of Louisiana President Dr. Norman C. Francis and designates February 18, 2026, as Norman Francis Day at the state capitol

Tehmi Jahi ChassionDemocrat

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Senate President Cameron Henry, Jr. for serving as the 2026 Irish Grand Marshal in the 44th Irish-Italian Parade.

Stewart Cathey Jr.Republican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Recognizes and acknowledges the significant contributions of the twelve community and technical colleges in Louisiana to the education and training of students and workers and designates Wednesday, March 25, 2026, as Louisiana Community and Technical College Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

Beth MizellRepublican

COMMENDATIONS: Commends and congratulates former state Senator Michael A. Walsworth on the occasion of his seventieth birthday.

Stewart Cathey Jr.Republican

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS: Recognizes the mutual interests of Quebec and Louisiana and welcomes the Honorable Christopher Skeete, Minister of International Relations and La Francophonie to the Louisiana State Capitol.

Jeremy StineRepublican

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates Wednesday, April 15, 2026, as AARP Louisiana's Eleventh Annual Caregiver Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

Edward J. PriceDemocrat

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Recognizes March 23, 2026, as Thrive Day at the Louisiana State Capitol and commends Thrive Academy and the Thrive Foundation for their commitment to expanding educational opportunity for students across the state of Louisiana.

Larry Selders

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Sheriff Jason Ard and the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office for their exceptional efforts in combating illegal narcotics trafficking and protecting children through the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

Valarie HodgesRepublican