HR 71 Louisiana House · 2026 Regular Session

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Bridget A. Dinvaut for her outstanding career in criminal justice

This resolution formally commends Bridget A. Dinvaut for her distinguished career in criminal justice, recognizing her achievements as a former law enforcement officer, attorney, and Louisiana's first African American woman elected district attorney. The document highlights her professional milestones, including her work as a federal law enforcement officer, her legal practice, and her leadership roles in victim assistance, restorative justice programs, and law enforcement advisory councils. It serves as an official expression of appreciation for her contributions to public safety and community welfare in St. John the Baptist Parish and the state of Louisiana.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

Mar 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Mar 26, 2026 Last action Apr 1, 2026

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HR71 Original → HR71 Enrolled · 2 edits · Mar 31, 2026

MINOR

The bill was converted from a draft House Resolution to its final enrolled version, which includes minor formatting adjustments and the addition of a new paragraph detailing a specific Restorative Justice Electronic Classroom program. These changes refine the official record of the commendation without altering the core purpose of recognizing Bridget A. Dinvaut's career achievements.

Scope change

None; the bill's scope remains a commendation for a specific individual.

TECHNICAL

Added a paragraph describing the Restorative Justice Electronic Classroom program launched in January 2020.

Adjusted page numbering and formatting headers to reflect the transition from the original draft to the enrolled final version.

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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.

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Committee

Mar 30, 2026

Lower · Passed

Read by title, adopted.

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors