This bill designates Wednesday, May 6, 2026, as Louisiana Links Day at the Capitol to honor The Links, Incorporated and its seven local chapters. The resolution formally recognizes the organization's long history of volunteer service and its specific contributions to education, health, and community development across the state. By naming this specific date, the legislation provides a formal opportunity for members to engage with lawmakers and highlight issues affecting underserved communities. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of the group's civic efforts.
This bill designates May 13, 2026, as Louisiana REALTORS Day at the state capitol to honor the organization's contributions to the housing market. The resolution formally commends the Louisiana REALTORS association for its over 100-year history of supporting homeownership and protecting property rights. It highlights the industry's economic impact, noting that real estate is a major sector in Louisiana that supports tens of thousands of jobs and generates billions in annual revenue. The measure serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than creating new laws or changing existing regulations.
This legislative resolution formally commends the Haynesville High School football team for winning the 2025 Division IV Non-Select state championship. The bill highlights key details of the victory, including the team's score against Mangham and the standout performances of players Isaiah Washington and Elijah Robinson. It also recognizes head coach David Franklin and his family's long history of success with the program. The resolution serves as an official acknowledgment of their achievement rather than a change to laws or policies.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the Pineville High School Lady Rebels softball team for winning the 2026 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Class 5A state championship. It specifically honors the players, coaches, and community supporters who contributed to the team's success by listing their names and achievements. The measure serves as an official commendation from the Louisiana House of Representatives rather than creating new laws or funding.
This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office Mounted Division and its 2025 Rodeo Queens. It highlights the volunteer efforts of the mounted deputies who assist with rescue operations, security at local events, and host an annual rodeo fundraiser. The resolution specifically names five young women who won pageant titles at the 2025 rodeo event. As a procedural measure, the bill does not create new laws or change government policies but serves to publicly honor the contributions of these local groups.
This bill designates Wednesday, May 20, 2026, as Tourism Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. The resolution recognizes the travel industry's economic impact, noting that it employs over 225,000 people and generated $19.5 billion in visitor spending in 2025. On this day, representatives from the travel community are invited to visit the capitol to celebrate the industry's contributions. The measure does not allocate new funding but instead expresses appreciation for the existing tourism efforts.
This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Paul T. DeRousselle, II, for his achievements as a sports agent, author, and community leader. It highlights his work founding the Go Be Great Scholarship initiative, his athletic and academic success at Southern University, and his role as an NFL contract advisor who represents high-profile athletes. The resolution formally thanks him for his contributions to education and the sports industry but does not create any new laws or change existing policies.
This Louisiana House resolution formally commends Laura Lewis on the occasion of her 104th birthday. The document highlights her status as the oldest resident of St. James Parish and a long-time member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church. It celebrates her personal contributions to her community, including raising fourteen children and continuing to cook and care for her household. The resolution expresses appreciation for her role as a living link to the parish's history and wishes her well-being.
This resolution expresses the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives on the death of Jane Couvillion, who passed away on May 1, 2026. The bill acknowledges her life as a devoted family member, church volunteer, and community member who was known for her faith and service. It formally extends sympathy to her surviving children, grandchildren, great-grandchild, and friends.
This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Michelle Woodfork for her election as the sheriff of Orleans Parish. It highlights her background as a career police officer, her previous role as interim superintendent of the New Orleans Police Department, and her commitment to improving jail conditions and prisoner treatment. The resolution expresses appreciation for her leadership and wishes her success in her new position, but it does not create any new laws or change existing policies.
This resolution designates Tuesday, May 12, 2026, as "A Day Without Child Care" at the Louisiana State Capitol to raise awareness about early childhood education challenges. The measure directly affects child care providers, teachers, families, and community members by encouraging them to participate in a statewide event that highlights workforce issues like low wages and high turnover. It does not change laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to support advocates calling for better pay and conditions for early childhood educators.
This bill is a resolution that formally commends Young Marine Sergeant Major Valerie Huete for being named Division 4 Young Marine of the Year. It recognizes her achievements in leadership, academics, and community service within the national Young Marines program. The resolution extends appreciation to her family and the adult volunteers who supported her success.
