This concurrent resolution formally recognizes Barney Arceneaux on the occasion of his retirement after more than five decades of public service. The document highlights his extensive career, which includes roles as a police chief, mayor of Gonzales, and executive director of the Louisiana Municipal Association. By passing this measure, the Louisiana Legislature expresses appreciation for his leadership and contributions to local government and the state. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official commendation to honor his achievements.
This resolution asks state agencies to conduct a study on how well the M.J. Foster Promise Program and the TOPS-Tech Award help students find jobs and earn good wages. The study will examine how many people use these financial aid programs, what degrees they earn, and whether the training matches current job market needs. Agencies involved include the Board of Regents, the Department of Education, and the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, which will work together to gather data and report their findings to the legislature by February 2027. The goal is to determine if these programs provide a good return on investment for taxpayers and to suggest ways to improve how they are coordinated with other education and workforce initiatives.
This bill designates Tuesday, May 5, 2026, as St. Charles Parish Day at the Louisiana state capitol. The resolution formally recognizes the parish's historical significance, economic contributions, and cultural attractions, such as its German heritage and catfish industry. By passing this measure, the House of Representatives acknowledges the area's role in the region and offers well-wishes for its continued prosperity.
This bill is a concurrent resolution that formally recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Louisiana Municipal Association. It directly affects the state legislature and the association itself by expressing official appreciation for the organization's century of service to local governments. The resolution highlights the LMA's role in supporting mayors through education, training, and advocacy without changing any laws or policies. This measure serves as a commemorative gesture rather than a procedural or regulatory action.
This legislative resolution urges the Department of Transportation and Development to improve safety features along Interstate 12 in Livingston, East Baton Rouge, Tangipahoa, and St. Tammany Parishes. The bill cites specific fatal accidents, including a 2020 collision involving a cable barrier and a 2025 crash caused by a vehicle striking a concrete median, as reasons for these improvements. By highlighting these incidents, the resolution seeks to prompt the state agency to address infrastructure vulnerabilities that have led to serious injuries and deaths. The measure does not mandate funding or specific engineering changes but serves as a formal request for the department to prioritize safety upgrades in the affected areas.
This bill establishes a task force called the "Tiger Team" to study whether active-duty military personnel without civilian driver's licenses can legally drive federally owned vehicles on Louisiana state highways. The team, which includes representatives from state law enforcement, the National Guard, and local police associations, will assess the feasibility and public safety risks of allowing these service members to operate government vehicles while conducting federal business. After their review, the group must submit a written report with recommendations to the governor by December 1, 2026, who may then issue an executive order to authorize the practice if deemed safe. This resolution does not change current laws immediately but sets up a formal evaluation process to address the unique needs of military installations located in Louisiana.
This Louisiana legislative resolution asks the U.S. government to reclassify crawfish processing work as agricultural labor so that workers can be hired under the H-2A visa program instead of the more limited H-2B program. The bill also urges federal officials to create a special designation for long-term, compliant crawfish employers and to speed up visa processing times to help businesses meet their seasonal staffing needs. By making these changes, the measure aims to ensure a reliable workforce for the crawfish and landscaping industries during their peak harvest and maintenance periods. The resolution does not become law itself but serves as a formal request to federal agencies and lawmakers to take specific actions to address labor shortages in the state.
This bill is a commendation resolution honoring Treone Williams-Larvadain upon her retirement from the Louisiana State Police after a thirty-year career. It recognizes her achievements, including becoming the first African-American female captain in State Police history and the first mother-daughter pair to serve simultaneously in the department. The resolution expresses gratitude for her service and wishes her well in her future endeavors, but does not create any new laws or policy changes.
This resolution formally commends Paul Hollis, the director of the United States Mint, for his return visit to the Louisiana House of Representatives. The measure expresses gratitude for his past service as a state representative and his current role as the first Louisianian to lead the Mint. It does not create any new laws or change existing policies, but rather serves as an official statement of appreciation for his contributions.
This resolution asks the United Kingdom government to maintain its dedication to individual liberties as outlined in the Magna Carta and other historic British documents. It is a symbolic gesture from the Louisiana state legislature expressing appreciation for the UK's historical role in advancing freedom and justice. The bill does not create new laws or require any action from the UK government, but rather serves as a diplomatic expression of shared values between the two nations.
This bill requests the Louisiana Department of Justice to create an annual report on juveniles using electronic monitoring as a condition of their supervision. The report would include anonymized data on the number of monitored juveniles, violation rates, demographic information, and success rates compared to other supervision methods. It aims to provide the legislature and public with clearer insights into how effective electronic monitoring is for juvenile offenders. The initial report must be submitted before the 2027 legislative session, with future reports due by March 1 each year.
This bill is a concurrent resolution that expresses the Louisiana Legislature's support for the continued operations of the National Guard at Camp Beauregard in Pineville and commends the Youth Challenge Program. The resolution recognizes Camp Beauregard's long history of supporting military training and emergency operations, noting its role as a primary training platform for the Louisiana National Guard. It also highlights the Youth Challenge Program, which provides an alternative educational opportunity for youth aged sixteen to eighteen, offering residential and post-residential phases focused on life skills, academics, and personal development. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal statement of legislative appreciation for these military and youth programs.
