Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HR77

Introduced
3/30/26  

Caption

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Rosa Mae Briley Pitre on the occasion of her one hundredth birthday

Summary

House Resolution 77 is a ceremonial commendation recognizing Rosa Mae Briley Pitre on the occasion of her 100th birthday. The resolution recites biographical details about Ms. Pitre, including her birth in Grand Prairie, Louisiana, her family, her work history, her Catholic faith, and her residence in Ville Platte, and it expresses the Legislature’s admiration for her longevity and life accomplishments. The resolution does not create, amend, or repeal any state law, nor does it appropriate funds or direct any agency action. Its legal effect is limited to a formal expression of the House of Representatives’ congratulations and best wishes, and it serves as an honorary recognition of a Louisiana centenarian.

Impact

HR77 has no substantive impact on Louisiana statutes, regulations, or public programs. It is a purely ceremonial resolution that confers honor on an individual and records the Legislature’s appreciation in the official journal, with no change to the rights, duties, or obligations of any person or government entity.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the bill is entirely positive and celebratory. The resolution is framed as a tribute to Ms. Pitre’s longevity, family life, work, faith, and community ties, and the bill’s final action indicates routine passage without recorded opposition or controversy.

Contention

There is no notable contention associated with HR77. Because the measure is a nonbinding commendation, it does not appear to have generated debate, amendments, or divided votes. The only substantive discussion reflected in the text is praise for Ms. Pitre and recognition of her milestone birthday.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HR151

Commends Beulah Bernice Lemley Williamson on the occasion of her one hundredth birthday

LA HR51

Commends John A. "Yank" Reis on the occasion of his one hundredth birthday

LA HR286

Commends Muriel Evelyn Bonie MacHauer on the occasion of her one hundred first birthday

LA HR367

Commends Thelma Alice Smith Washington Williams on the celebration of her one hundredth birthday

LA HR155

Commends Viola Ford Fletcher, the oldest living survivor of the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, on the occasion of her one hundred eleventh birthday

LA HR331

Commends Diane Nolten on the occasion of her retirement

LA HR39

Commends Volkert, Inc., on the one hundredth anniversary of its founding

LA HR131

Commends Jessica Rae Turner on the occasion of her doctoral graduation from Xavier University

LA HR12

Commends First Baptist Church Bernice on the occasion of its one hundred twenty-fifth anniversary

LA HR123

Commends Addison Elaine Young on the occasion of her graduation from St. Amant Middle School

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.