Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HR 147 — CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of J.L. "Joseph" Richard

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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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The amendment to HR 147 adds specific details about the life and legacy of J.L. "Joseph" Richard, a respected figure in Carencro, Louisiana, who recently passed away. It highlights his long-term dedication to public service and family, providing a more personal tribute to his contributions to the community. This change matters because it honors Mr. Richard's memory and acknowledges the impact he had on those around him, making the resolution more meaningful for his family and community.

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HLS 26RS-3420 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
ENROLLED Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
147 BY REPRESENTATIVE BOUDREAUX CONDOLENCES:
147 BY REPRESENTATIVE BOUDREAUX A RESOLUTION ToexpressthecondolencesoftheHouseofRepresentativesuponthedeathofJ.L."Joseph" Richard.
ExpressesthecondolencesoftheHouseofRepresentativesonthedeath of J.L.
"Joseph" Richard A RESOLUTION ToexpressthecondolencesoftheHouseofRepresentativesuponthedeathofJ.L."Joseph" Richard.
and WHEREAS, Mr.Richard was a native and lifelongresidentofCarencro,Louisiana, a community he loved deeply and served with unwavering dedication throughout his life;
and WHEREAS, Mr.Richardwasanativeandlifelongresident of Carencro,Louisiana, a community he loved deeply and served with unwavering dedication throughout his life;
and WHEREAS,Mr.Richardfoundthegreatestjoyin thetime hespentwithhisfamily;
and WHEREAS,Mr.Richardfoundthegreatestjoyin thetime hespentwith hisfamily;
and Page 1 of 2 HLS 26RS-3420 ORIGINAL HR NO.
and WHEREAS, J.L.
147 WHEREAS, J.L.
he will be deeply missed, but the legacy of his strong faith, servant's heart, and lifelong dedication to his community and family shall live on in perpetuity in the hearts and minds of those who were privileged to have known and loved him.
Page 1 of 2 HR NO.
147 ENROLLED he will be deeply missed, but the legacy of his strong faith, servant's heart, and lifelong dedication to his community and family shall live on in perpetuity in the hearts and minds of those who were privileged to have known and loved him.
DIGEST ThedigestprintedbelowwaspreparedbyHouseLegislative Services.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Page 2 of 2
It constitutes nopart of the legislative instrument.
The keyword, one-liner, abstract, 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)] HR 147 Original 2026 Regular Session Boudreaux Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of J.L.
"Joseph" Richard.
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Action History

  1. Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

  2. Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.

  3. Read by title, adopted.

  4. Read by title. Lies over under the rules.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on

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Not signed on (146)

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Who sponsors HR 147?
HR 147 is sponsored by Doyle Boudreaux (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 147?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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