COMMENDATIONS: Commends Barney Arceneaux on the occasion of his retirement
This concurrent resolution formally recognizes Barney Arceneaux on the occasion of his retirement after more than five decades of public service. The document highlights his extensive career, which includes roles as a police chief, mayor of Gonzales, and executive director of the Louisiana Municipal Association. By passing this measure, the Louisiana Legislature expresses appreciation for his leadership and contributions to local government and the state. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official commendation to honor his achievements.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
Governor
Introduced Apr 23, 2026
Last action May 21, 2026
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The bill was converted from an original draft to its enrolled, final version, adding standard legislative formatting and a formal title. The substantive content, which commends Barney Arceneaux for his decades of public service, remains unchanged.
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The document was reformatted to include a formal title, page numbering, and signatures from the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate, indicating it is the final enrolled version ready for signing.
Floor votes · Senate Apr 28, 2026
How they voted
38–0
Passed · 2 other
Total votes 40
Apr 28, 2026
D
Democratic12
83% Yea
R
Republican28
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
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Actions timeline
Total actions
8
Key actions
2
Committee
0
Apr 28, 2026
Upper · Passed
Read by title and concurred in by a vote of 37 yeas and 0 nays. Ordered returned to the House.
upper
Apr 27, 2026
Lower · Passed
Read by title, adopted, ordered to the Senate.
lower
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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