This concurrent resolution establishes the Agricultural-Based National Security Priorities Task Force to study farm security and supply chain resilience for Louisiana's agriculture industry. The group will examine specific issues such as foreign ownership of farmland, reliance on foreign technology, farm labor availability, and domestic fertilizer production. Composed of representatives from state agencies, industry groups, and universities, the task force will meet starting in October 2026 to develop recommendations and potential legislation. Its final report must be submitted to the legislature and the Legislative Research Library by March 21, 2027, after which the group will dissolve. Members serve without pay but may receive travel and per diem expenses for their participation.
This bill repeals a previous rule that established the Atchafalaya Basin Program Oversight Committee. By removing this rule, the legislation eliminates the requirement for the committee to exist and cease its oversight functions. The bill also updates the timeline for the repeal to take effect in 2027 and assigns a specific rule number to the action. This change directly affects the administrative structure governing the Atchafalaya Basin Program by ending the committee's mandate.
This resolution asks state agencies and local governments in Ouachita Parish to study how to combine their trash collection, debris removal, and disaster cleanup services into one unified system. The study will look at ways to save money, handle storm debris more efficiently after natural disasters, and build better long-term infrastructure like landfills and recycling centers. Specific areas of focus include creating a single billing system, setting up pre-planned cleanup contracts, and exploring partnerships with private companies to fund these improvements. The involved agencies must work together to complete this analysis and submit a final report with their findings and recommendations to the state legislature by December 1, 2026.
This legislative resolution urges the city of Shreveport to partner with various local organizations to advance the Southern Soul City initiative, which aims to promote the region's music history and boost tourism. The bill outlines a plan to create specific cultural assets, including a museum, a recording academy, airport exhibits, a street walk of fame, murals, and a dedicated history month, while establishing a framework for arts-related historic preservation incentives. It requires the Southern Soul Foundation to work with city officials and other partners by October 2026 to implement these projects and mandates annual progress reports to state tourism officials through 2028.
This resolution asks the city of Shreveport to establish an interest-free loan program for Transportation Security Administration agents working at the Shreveport Regional Airport. The request is based on a federal government shutdown that began in February 2026, during which these security employees continue working without pay. The bill cites Maryland's similar program as a model for providing financial assistance to essential workers during government shutdowns. It is a non-binding request rather than a law, meaning the city of Shreveport is not required to act on it. The resolution directs copies to the mayor, city council, and Caddo Parish Commission for their consideration.
HB 350 creates École Pointe-au-Chien as a public French immersion school serving students in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade in Terrebonne Parish. The bill establishes the school as independent from state education boards, operating under its own board of directors. It specifies the school’s grade levels and location while requiring French immersion instruction as part of its curriculum. This directly affects students enrolled at École Pointe-au-Chien and its governing board.
This Louisiana legislative resolution designates Friday, May 22, 2026, as World Preeclampsia Awareness Day within the state. The measure aims to raise public awareness about preeclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication involving high blood pressure that poses risks to both mothers and infants. Additionally, the resolution acknowledges Woman's Hospital for its role in providing care to pregnant women and working to reduce maternal and infant deaths. The bill is a symbolic gesture intended to highlight the importance of addressing maternal health issues in Louisiana.
This resolution designates May 14, 2026, as Community Action Day in Louisiana to honor the Association of Community Action Partnerships Louisiana. The bill formally recognizes the organization's work in addressing poverty and strengthening local community networks across the state. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the efforts of the group's 42 agencies.
This bill designates Wednesday, April 29, 2026, as Assumption Parish Day at the Louisiana state capitol. The measure recognizes the parish's historical significance, including its early settlement by Native American tribes and French and Spanish settlers, as well as its long-standing role in agriculture, particularly sugar cane production. By officially naming this date, the resolution expresses appreciation for the contributions of Assumption Parish to the state's agricultural industry and cultural landscape. The bill is a commemorative resolution that does not create new laws or change existing policies.
This resolution designates May 5, 2026, as Literacy Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to honor the importance of reading skills. It also formally recognizes the Center for Literacy & Learning for its long-term work in improving education and literacy across the state. The bill does not change any laws or require new funding; instead, it serves as a symbolic gesture to celebrate recent progress in student reading scores and acknowledge the efforts of educators and advocates.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes Pastor Neil J. Bernard for his leadership and community service in St. John the Baptist Parish. It highlights his long-term work founding New Wine Christian Church, his role in disaster recovery efforts, and his support for missionaries. The measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official commendation from the Louisiana House of Representatives.
This bill designates Wednesday, May 13, 2026, as Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. The resolution commemorates the organization's 120th anniversary and honors its history as the first intercollegiate fraternity for African American men, noting its members' contributions to civil rights and community service. The measure has no legal effect on laws or policies and serves solely as a symbolic gesture to recognize the fraternity's legacy and its presence in Louisiana.
