Louisiana Senate Bill SR101

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/27/26
• Passed: 4/28/26

Caption

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Judge Alvin Batiste Jr. on the occasion of his retirement from the Eighteenth Judicial District Court.

Summary

Senate Resolution 101 is a commendation resolution honoring the retirement of the Honorable Judge Alvin Batiste Jr. from the Eighteenth Judicial District Court. The resolution recognizes his 23 years on the bench, including service as presiding judge of Division C, chief judge, and long-term oversight of the Iberville Parish Drug Court. It also highlights his education at Southern University institutions, his military legal service in the Navy Judge Advocate General Corps, and his prior public-service roles. The resolution is primarily ceremonial and does not create, amend, or repeal any state law. Its effect is to formally express the Louisiana Senate’s appreciation for Judge Batiste’s service and to transmit that recognition to him. The measure also serves to place his career and contributions into the official legislative record. The general sentiment around the bill is strongly positive and respectful. The language of the resolution is laudatory throughout, emphasizing integrity, fairness, dedication, civic engagement, youth mentorship, and commitment to rehabilitation through drug court. There is no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or vote history indicating disagreement. There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because this is a retirement commendation rather than a policy bill, the only substantive focus is on Judge Batiste’s career achievements and public service. The resolution reflects unanimous appreciation rather than debate over legal or fiscal policy.

Impact

SR101 has no direct impact on Louisiana statutes, agency authority, or court procedures because it is a nonbinding Senate commendation. Its legal effect is limited to the official recognition of Judge Alvin Batiste Jr.’s retirement and service, with a copy of the resolution transmitted to him. The measure does not alter rights, duties, funding, or judicial administration.

Sentiment

The sentiment is uniformly favorable. The resolution praises Judge Batiste’s long judicial career, public service, military legal service, and community involvement, and the available context shows no votes, amendments, or committee discussion suggesting controversy. It is a ceremonial measure intended to honor and thank him for distinguished service.

Contention

No substantive contention is evident in the bill text or available legislative history. Because SR101 is a retirement commendation, there are no policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or stakeholder disagreements reflected in the record. The only identifiable focus is celebratory recognition of Judge Batiste’s career and contributions.