This bill creates the Louisiana-Ireland Trade Commission to strengthen economic and cultural ties between the two regions. The commission will be made up of members appointed by the Senate, House of Representatives, and Governor, including representatives from Irish-American communities and universities. Its main tasks are to promote trade, investment, and business exchanges, while also addressing shared policy issues and infrastructure projects. The group must hold its first meeting by October 2024 and submit a written report with recommendations to the governor and legislature by March 2025. Additionally, the bill designates March of each year as Irish-American Heritage Month to honor the state's Irish heritage.
This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes the Catholic High School baseball team for winning the 2024 LHSAA Division I Select State Championship. It highlights specific achievements, including the team's sixth state title, William Schmidt's Most Valuable Player award, and Coach Brad Bass's leadership in achieving a 38-2 season record. The resolution formally congratulates the players and staff while expressing well wishes for their future success. As a procedural measure, it does not change laws or allocate funds but serves to publicly honor the team's accomplishment.
This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes the Zwolle High School boys basketball team for winning their 17th state championship. It highlights the team's long history of success, including a historic seven-year winning streak from 1988 to 1994 and recent victories under Coach Bradley McLaren. The resolution formally congratulates the players, coaches, and community and directs a copy of the document to be sent to the school and the coaching staff. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of the team's athletic achievements.
This Senate Resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to find a solution for large trucks currently banned from a specific stretch of Interstate 20 in Bossier City. The bill argues that this ban has negatively impacted local, state, and national businesses located between Hamilton Road and Industrial Drive by cutting off their access to a major traffic artery. While the resolution does not change any laws itself, it formally urges state officials to consider alternatives to the current prohibition and the associated traffic tickets issued to commercial drivers. The request is framed as a way to support economic activity in the area during ongoing construction work.
This bill is a commendation resolution that honors District Missionary Verline Brock on her 90th birthday and recognizes her long-term contributions to the church and community. It does not create new laws or change any policies, but rather serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Louisiana Senate for her decades of ministry service and leadership. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy be sent to her as a formal acknowledgment of her achievements.
This bill designates June 5, 2024, as Ascension Credit Union Day to honor the local financial cooperative. It encourages residents to support the credit union's mission of serving the community and improving financial well-being. The resolution highlights the institution's history and achievements, such as its growth to over ten thousand members and its role as a locally owned bank. No changes to laws or regulations are made; the measure serves purely as a commemorative recognition.
This Senate resolution asks two specific committees to meet together and study the potential legalization of online gambling in Louisiana. The bill directs the Judiciary B and Revenue and Fiscal Affairs committees to investigate the economic and regulatory impacts of legal iGaming, with a deadline to submit their findings by March 1, 2025. By combining their expertise, the committees will examine how legalizing online slots and table games could affect state tax revenue and consumer protection. This measure does not change any laws immediately but instead initiates a formal review process to inform future legislative decisions.
This bill is a concurrent resolution that asks state agencies and local partners to create and promote apprenticeship programs specifically designed for high school students. It directs the Department of Education and the Workforce Commission to work with school boards and business groups to develop these opportunities, which combine classroom learning with paid on-the-job training. The legislation requires these entities to submit a written report by January 16, 2025, detailing their findings and recommendations for improving how young people access career training.
This bill reestablishes the Judicial Structure Task Force to study the funding and workload of Louisiana's district and circuit courts. The task force will analyze caseload data, judge numbers, and population shifts to determine if the current judicial structure needs changes for efficient resource use. Composed of legislators, judges, and representatives from various legal organizations, the group must submit a report with specific recommendations by February 1, 2025.
This bill is a commendation resolution that honors the LSU Tigers gymnastics team for winning the 2024 NCAA national championship. It recognizes the team's historic victory, which included a record-breaking balance beam score and individual achievements by athletes Aleah Finnegan and Haileigh Bryant. The resolution formally congratulates the athletes, coaches, and administration, and directs copies of the document to Head Coach Jay Clark, LSU President William Tate, and legendary coach D-D Breaux.
This bill is a Senate resolution that asks Congress to express support for Israel following the October 2023 attacks and its subsequent efforts to remove Hamas. The measure also calls on the nation to mourn the loss of innocent civilians and recognize those injured in the conflict. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal statement of solidarity and remembrance.
This bill asks the U.S. Congress to create a long-term housing solution for Louisiana residents who were forced to leave their homes after Hurricane Ida. It highlights that federal temporary shelter funding ended in early 2023, leaving the state to cover high costs while hundreds of people still live in FEMA-provided campers. The resolution urges federal officials to address the ongoing displacement issue rather than relying on state-level temporary measures.
