HCR 24 — COMMENDATIONS: Commends Angela Lasyone for her contributions in the Natchitoches Parish showcase on the occasion of Natchitoches Day at the state capitol
Last action — Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced March 18, 2026. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on March 30, 2026.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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3 sponsors
1 primary, 2 co-sponsors signed on.
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Single-party support
Sponsorship is currently within one party (3 R).
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 1 recorded vote so far.
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Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
34 added · 43 removedPlain-language change summary
The revised version of Bill HCR 24 now includes additional context about Angela Lasyone's contributions, detailing her family's restaurant's history and its significance to Louisiana culture. Notably, it adds specifics on her recognition and the restaurant's reputation, emphasizing its longstanding tradition and role in the community. This change matters because it highlights the importance of local traditions and community leaders, providing a richer narrative that honors Angela's legacy and the restaurant's impact on Louisiana's culinary scene.
HLSENROLLED 26RS-1442 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO.
24 BY REPRESENTATIVES MCFARLAND, DEWITT, AND FIRMENT COMMENDATIONS:A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To commend Angela Lasyone for her contributions in theNatchitochesParish showcaseon the occasion of Natchitoches Dayat the state capitol.
Commends Angela Lasyone for her contributions in the Natchitoches Parish showcase on the occasion of Natchitoches Day at the state capitol A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To commend Angela Lasyone for her contributions in theNatchitochesParish showcaseon the occasion of Natchitoches Dayat the state capitol.
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24 WHEREAS,AngelawasfeaturedasachefattheWashington,D.C.,MardiGrasBall and wasPage inducted1 into Northwestern State University's Long Purple Line, and Lasyone's Meat Pie Restaurant was voted "Pride of Louisiana"2 byHCR theNO. Food Network;
and24 ENROLLED WHEREAS,AngelaLasyonecontinuestohonorthelegacyofherparentsbyserving exceptional food, celebrating Louisiana's culture, and welcoming guests like family;
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1:13(B) and 24:177(E)] HCR 24 Original 2026 Regular Session McFarland Commends Angela Lasyone for her contributions in the Natchitoches Parish showcase on the occasion of Natchitoches Dayat the state capitol.
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Action History
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Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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Signed by the President of the Senate on 3/25/2026.
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Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.
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Read by title and concurred in by a vote of 38 yeas and 0 nays. Ordered returned to the House.
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Received from the Senate without amendments.
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Read by title, adopted, ordered to the Senate.
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Received in the Senate. Read first time by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.
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Read by title. Lies over under the rules.
Sponsors
- Michael "Gabe" Firment · Cosponsor
- Jason Brian DeWitt · Cosponsor
- Jack McFarland · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 144 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Jack McFarland Republican
Co-sponsors (2)
- Michael "Gabe" Firment Republican
- Jason Brian DeWitt Republican
Not signed on (144)
144 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 144 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Republican | 26 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Democrat | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 38 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| % of votes cast | 97% | 0% | 0% | 3% |
How each member voted (39)
| Member | Party | Vote |
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| Mr. President | — | Yea |
| Edward J. Price | Democrat | Yea |
| Gary Carter | Democrat | Yea |
| Gerald Boudreaux | Democrat | Yea |
| Jay Luneau | Democrat | Yea |
| Jimmy Harris | Democrat | Yea |
| Katrina R. Jackson-Andrews | Democrat | Yea |
| Larry Selders | Democrat | Yea |
| Regina Barrow | Democrat | Yea |
| Royce Duplessis | Democrat | Yea |
| Sam Jenkins | Democrat | Yea |
| Sidney Barthelemy II | Democrat | Yea |
| Adam Bass | Republican | Yea |
| Alan Seabaugh | Republican | Yea |
| Beth Mizell | Republican | Yea |
| Blake Miguez | Republican | Not Voting |
| Bob Hensgens | Republican | Yea |
| Brach Jerad Myers | Republican | Yea |
| Caleb Kleinpeter | Republican | Yea |
| Eddie J. Lambert | Republican | Yea |
| Franklin J. Foil | Republican | Yea |
| Glen Womack | Republican | Yea |
| Gregory A. Miller | Republican | Yea |
| Heather Cloud | Republican | Yea |
| Jeremy Stine | Republican | Yea |
| John C. "Jay" Morris | Republican | Yea |
| Jr., William "Bill" Wheat | Republican | Yea |
| Kirk Talbot | Republican | Yea |
| Mark Abraham | Republican | Yea |
| Michael "Big Mike" Fesi | Republican | Yea |
| Mike Reese | Republican | Yea |
| Patrick Connick | Republican | Yea |
| Patrick McMath | Republican | Yea |
| Rick Edmonds | Republican | Yea |
| Robert "Bob" Owen | Republican | Yea |
| Robert Allain | Republican | Yea |
| Stewart Jr. Cathey | Republican | Yea |
| Thomas A. Pressly | Republican | Yea |
| Valarie Hodges | Republican | Yea |
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- Who sponsors HCR 24?
- HCR 24 is sponsored by Michael "Gabe" Firment (Republican), Jason Brian DeWitt (Republican), and Jack McFarland (Republican).
- What is the current status of HCR 24?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced March 18, 2026. Enacted.
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