HR 19 Louisiana House · 2025 Regular Session

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Tulane University for its vital research and educational contributions to the state of Louisiana

This resolution commends Tulane University for its significant research, educational, and economic contributions to Louisiana. It acknowledges the university's role in various fields, its economic impact, and its efforts to support Louisiana students.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Apr 2025

Committee Review

House Passage

Apr 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Apr 14, 2025 Last action Apr 16, 2025

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What changed between versions

HR19 Original → HR19 Enrolled · 3 edits · Apr 15, 2025

MINOR

The bill was finalized and enrolled, changing its status from a draft resolution to an official legislative instrument. The content was significantly expanded to include detailed 'Whereas' clauses highlighting Tulane University's specific research achievements, economic impact, and campus expansion plans, providing a more comprehensive record of the institution's contributions to Louisiana.

Scope change

The scope of the resolution was expanded from a brief commendation to a detailed statement of facts supporting the commendation, though the core action (commending the university) remains the same.

TECHNICAL

The document header was updated to reflect the 'Enrolled' status, indicating the bill has passed all legislative stages and is ready for execution.

The 'Digest' section, which is a non-binding summary prepared by legislative services, was removed as it is not part of the final enrolled law.

SCOPE

Multiple new factual clauses were added detailing Tulane's specific rankings (e.g., oldest school of public health), research focus areas (e.g., bioweapons, tropical diseases), economic statistics ($88.2 million tax revenue), and campus revitalization projects.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

Apr 14, 2025

Lower · Passed

Read by title, rules suspended, adopted.

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors