CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Bernard LaFayette, Jr.

This resolution expresses the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives on the death of Bernard LaFayette, Jr., a prominent civil rights leader and Freedom Rider. The bill honors his contributions to the civil rights movement, noting his roles in the Nashville Student Movement, Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, and Southern Christian Leadership Conference. It acknowledges his extensive activism, education, and leadership positions, including his work with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his legacy of nonviolent advocacy. The resolution extends appreciation for his life's work and offers comfort to his family and loved ones.