SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Recognizes May 8, 2024, as St. John the Baptist Parish Day at the state capitol
This bill designates May 8, 2024, as St. John the Baptist Parish Day at the Louisiana state capitol. It serves as a ceremonial recognition to honor the parish's history, culture, and economic contributions, which include its petrochemical and steel industries as well as its recreational offerings. The resolution highlights local attractions such as antebellum homes, swamp tours, and a culinary event featuring andouille sausage. The measure does not alter laws or allocate funds but instead formally acknowledges the parish's unique role within the state.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
House Passage
May 2024
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 9, 2024
Last action May 14, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
May 9, 2024
Lower · Passed
Read by title, rules suspended, adopted.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Sylvia Taylor
DDemocratic
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