This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes the Women of the Storm organization on its twentieth anniversary. It acknowledges the group's work since 2005 in advocating for Gulf Coast communities and businesses affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The resolution expresses appreciation for the organization's efforts in rebuilding homes, businesses, and coastal wetlands through advocacy and partnerships with national organizations. This measure does not change laws or policies but serves as a formal recognition of the group's contributions.
This bill designates March 31, 2026, as Southern University Day at the Capitol to honor the Southern University System's 146-year legacy. It recognizes the system's five campuses and their contributions to education, research, and community service across Louisiana. The resolution commends specific achievements, including new facilities, academic milestones, and athletic accomplishments at each campus. This is a commemorative measure that does not change laws or allocate funding, but rather acknowledges the university system's impact.
This legislative resolution formally recognizes Rosa Mae Briley Pitre on the occasion of her 100th birthday. The bill does not create new laws or change policy but serves as a ceremonial commendation from the Louisiana House of Representatives. It acknowledges her life milestones, including her birth in 1926, her family history, and her community involvement in Ville Platte, Louisiana. The resolution expresses well wishes for her continued health as she joins the group of Louisiana centenarians.
This bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends Grambling State University on its 125th anniversary and recognizes its contributions to education, leadership, and public service in Louisiana. It does not create any new laws or change existing policies, but rather serves as an official statement of appreciation from the state legislature. The resolution acknowledges the university's history, including its founding in 1901 and its motto "Where Everybody is Somebody," while extending best wishes to the university community.
This legislative bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends Grambling State University for celebrating the 100th anniversary of its Tiger Athletics program. The resolution recognizes the university's athletic legacy, including its contributions to Louisiana, the Southwestern Athletic Conference, and the nation, and highlights the program's history of excellence and student-athlete development. It specifically honors the contributions of coaches, student-athletes, staff, alumni, and supporters who have sustained the athletic tradition over the past century. As a commemorative measure, the bill does not create new laws or policies but serves to acknowledge the university's achievements and extend official recognition from the Louisiana Legislature.
This resolution expresses the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives on the death of Kathleen "Kay" Gibbons Favrot, who passed away on December 13, 2025. The document honors her life by noting her contributions to the Academy of the Sacred Heart, her dedication to faith and community service, and her personal qualities as a generous giver and grammar expert. It formally extends sympathy to her family, including her four children, twelve grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren, acknowledging her legacy of generosity.
This bill is a commemorative resolution that honors the legacy of Louis Westerfield, a trailblazing lawyer, educator, and community leader from Louisiana. It recognizes his significant contributions to law, education, and civil rights, including his historic achievements as the first African American dean at Loyola University School of Law and the first tenured African American law professor at the University of Mississippi School of Law. The resolution formally acknowledges his career accomplishments and community service, extending appreciation for his impact on Louisiana and beyond.
This concurrent resolution formally recognizes and commends the women of the Louisiana Legislature on the occasion of Women's History Month. The bill highlights the historic contributions of 107 women who have served in the state legislature since 1936, including trailblazers like Doris Lindsey Holland Rhodes, the first woman to serve, and current members of the Louisiana Legislative Women's Caucus. It expresses appreciation for the roles these women have played as community leaders and advocates for women throughout the state.
This resolution designates March 30, 2026, as Ellevate Louisiana Day at the state capitol in Louisiana. It recognizes Ellevate Louisiana, a nonprofit organization focused on advancing women's leadership and civic engagement in the state. The designation allows members of the organization to meet with legislators and participate in legislative activities on that day. The bill also formally commends the organization for its contributions to the state.
This bill designates April as Landscape Architecture Month and April 1 as Professional Landscape Architecture Day in Louisiana. It recognizes the contributions of licensed landscape architects in planning and designing outdoor spaces such as parks, streetscapes, and public areas. The resolution encourages citizens to celebrate the profession's role in creating healthy, resilient environments and protecting public health and safety. This is a commemorative measure that does not change laws or regulations but serves to highlight the importance of landscape architecture in the state.
This resolution expresses the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives for the death of Roger D. Boudreaux, who passed away on March 28, 2026. It recognizes his sixteen-year tenure as mayor of Church Point and his contributions to the local Filipino community and town schools. The bill formally acknowledges his legacy and offers appreciation for his service while extending wishes of comfort to his family and loved ones.
This bill is a resolution expressing the condolences of the Louisiana House of Representatives on the death of Allyce Trapp Alexander, a governmental affairs professional who passed away on September 27, 2025. The resolution acknowledges her life as a native of Houma, her education at Louisiana State University, her career as a governmental affairs coordinator, and her personal qualities that endeared her to colleagues and friends. It formally extends wishes for comfort to her surviving family, including her husband Wilson Alexander, parents, brother, and extended relatives. The measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official statement of respect and remembrance.
