Louisiana House Bill HR247

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/6/26
• Passed: 5/7/26

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COMMENDATIONS: Commends Laura Lewis on the occasion of her one hundred fourth birthday

Summary

House Resolution 247 is a ceremonial commendation recognizing Laura Lewis on the occasion of her 104th birthday. The resolution highlights her long life, her status as the oldest citizen of St. James Parish and the oldest member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church, and her role as a mother of fourteen children and a respected member of her community. It also notes her continued independence and daily activities, such as cooking, preparing meals, and doing household laundry, as evidence of her vitality and resilience. The resolution expresses the Louisiana House of Representatives’ appreciation for Ms. Lewis as a living link to the history and traditions of St. James Parish. It formally extends congratulations, wishes her continued health and prosperity, and frames her life as an example of strength and inspiration for current and future generations. As a house resolution, it does not create or amend law, but instead serves as an official legislative recognition and tribute.

Impact

HR247 has no substantive effect on Louisiana statutes, regulations, or government programs. It is a nonbinding commemorative resolution that does not change legal rights, duties, or funding, but it does place the House’s official recognition of Laura Lewis into the legislative record and sends the resolution to the Secretary of State as part of the state’s ceremonial documentation.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is uniformly positive and respectful. The bill is framed as an honorific tribute, and the available context shows no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or negative votes. The tone is celebratory, emphasizing admiration for Ms. Lewis’s longevity, family, and community standing.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because the measure is a simple commendation resolution, it does not appear to have generated policy debate, fiscal concerns, or partisan disagreement. Any discussion would likely have been limited to the appropriateness of the tribute itself, but no such objections are reflected in the bill history provided.