Sen. Mark Abraham

Co-sponsor SB 67

Signed into law · Louisiana Senate · Co-sponsor

ROADS/HIGHWAYS: Designates a portion of Interstate 55 in Tangipahoa Parish as the "Trooper Hung Le Memorial Highway". (8/1/24) (EN +$3,360 SG EX See Note)

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific section of Interstate 55 in Tangipahoa Parish as the "Trooper Hung Le Memorial Highway" to honor a fallen law enforcement officer. The legislation directly affects the state's transportation infrastructure by officially naming this roadway segment. A key provision involves amending the bill's budget to increase the designated funding amount from $550 to $1,680. This change ensures the memorial designation is properly funded and officially recorded in state records.

Signed into law May 15, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SCR 37

Passed · Louisiana Senate · Co-sponsor

COMMENDATIONS: Commends and congratulates Richard "Dick" Gremillion Sr., Director of Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, on the occasion of his retirement.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally congratulates Richard "Dick" Gremillion Sr. on his retirement from his role as Director of the Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. The text highlights his extensive forty-seven-year career in risk management and emergency response, noting his leadership in training centers and service to the community. As a procedural resolution, it does not alter any laws or policies but serves solely to recognize his contributions and wish him well in his next life chapter.

Passed May 13, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 108

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the 2024 Festival Acadiens et Creoles in Lafayette on the occasion of the festival's fiftieth anniversary

Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends the 2024 Festival Acadiens et Créoles in Lafayette for celebrating its fiftieth anniversary. The measure highlights the festival's role in preserving Cajun and Creole culture through music, crafts, and food, noting its origins in the 1970s following a period of cultural suppression. By recognizing the event's milestone, the resolution acknowledges the festival's success in revitalizing French language traditions and fostering community pride in South Louisiana.

Passed May 13, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 91

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 8, 2024, as CODOFIL Day at the state capitol

Passed May 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 69

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the McNeese State University men's basketball team and Coach Will Wade on their historic 2023-2024 season

Passed Apr 25, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SCR 29

Passed · Louisiana Senate · Co-sponsor

CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere condolences on the death of former Louisiana State Senator, Thomas A. "Tom" Greene.

Passed Apr 22, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 58

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Sheriff Tony Mancuso on the occasion of his retirement

Passed Apr 18, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 50

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Sheriff Ron Johnson on the occasion of his retirement

Passed Apr 16, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 47

Passed · Louisiana House · Co-sponsor

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Joe R. Salter, former speaker of the House, on the occasion of his retirement from public service

Passed Apr 11, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SB 473

In committee · Louisiana Senate · Lead sponsor

COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES: Provides relative to the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium. (See Act)

In committee Apr 3, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track