Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Enacted 1 R cosponsors

SR 8 — CONDOLENCES: Expresses condolences on the death of George Douglas "Dr. Doug" Brandon, DVM.

Last action — Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 3/12/2026.

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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced March 09, 2026. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on March 16, 2026.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

54 added · 67 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of Bill SR 8 now includes a more detailed tribute to George Douglas Brandon, DVM, highlighting his contributions to veterinary medicine and his community. Key portions of the text elaborate on his background, military service, and the veterinary clinic he established, showcasing his dedication and impact over nearly five decades. These changes matter because they create a stronger, more personal acknowledgment of Dr. Doug's legacy, reflecting the values of service and community support that resonate with the public.

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SLS 26RS-47 ORIGINAL Regular Session SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
Regular Session ENROLLED SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
8 BY SENATOR REESE CONDOLENCES.
8 BY SENATOR REESE A RESOLUTION To express the sincere and heartfelt condolences of the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana upon the passing of George Douglas Brandon, DVM.
Expresses condolences on the death of George Douglas "Dr.
WHEREAS, it is with deep regret and profound sorrowto receivenews of the death of George Douglas Brandon, DVM, on August 24, 2025, at the age of eighty-one;
Doug" Brandon, DVM.
A RESOLUTION To express the sincere and heartfelt condolences of the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana upon the passing of George Douglas Brandon, DVM.
WHEREAS, it is with deep regret and profound sorrow to receivenews ofthe death of George Douglas Brandon, DVM, on August 24, 2025, at the age of eighty-one;
and WHEREAS, in 1975, whilestationedatFortPolkhemetandeventuallymarriedhis Page 1 of 3 SLS 26RS-47 ORIGINAL SR NO.
and WHEREAS,in1975,whilestationedatFortPolk,hemetandeventuallymarriedhis future wife, Paula Teresa Johnson;
8 future wife, Paula Teresa Johnson;
and WHEREAS,in1977,hefoundedBrandonVeterinaryClinicinLeesville,Louisiana, a practicehe worked tirelesslyalong with his wife for over forty-eight years, which became knownthroughouttheregionforits exceptionalcare,compassion,andserviceto both small and large animals;
and WHEREAS,in1977,hefoundedBrandonVeterinaryClinicinLeesville,Louisiana, a practice he worked tirelesslyalong with his wife for over fortyeight years, which became knownthroughout theregion forits exceptionalcare,compassion,andserviceto both small and large animals;
and WHEREAS, he was a lifelong member of multiple veterinary and professional organizationsincludingtheAmericanVeterinaryMedicalAssociation,LouisianaVeterinary Medical Association, Central Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association, and the Auburn Alumni Association;
and Page 1 of 2 SR NO.
and WHEREAS, he was recognized in 2012 with the Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association's Everett D.
8 ENROLLED WHEREAS, he was a lifelong member of multiple veterinary and professional organizationsincludingtheAmericanVeterinaryMedicalAssociation,LouisianaVeterinary Medical Association, Central Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association, and the Auburn Alumni Association;
and WHEREAS, in 2012, he was recognized with the Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association's Everett D.
Doug is survived by his wife of forty two years Paula Brandon, three sons:
Doug is survived by his wife of forty-two years Paula Brandon, three sons:
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BEITFURTHERRESOLVEDthatacopyofthisResolutionbetransmittedtoPaula Teresa Brandon.
8 BEITFURTHERRESOLVEDthatacopyofthisResolutionbetransmittedtoPaula Teresa Brandon.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE Page 2 of 2
The original instrument and the following digest, which constitutes no part of the legislative instrument, were prepared bySenate Legislative Services.
The keyword, summary, and digest do not constitute part of the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent.
[R.S.
1:13(B) and 24:177(E)] DIGEST SR 8 Original 2026 Regular Session Reese Expresses condolences upon the passing of George Douglas "Dr.
Doug" Brandon, DVM.
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Action History

  1. Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 3/12/2026.

  2. Read by title and adopted.

  3. Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.

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SR 8 is sponsored by Mike Reese (Republican).
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