SR 146 — CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences for the death of Louis "Thomas" Nelson.
Last action — Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/2/2026.
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced May 21, 2026. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on June 01, 2026.
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In plain language
The bill expresses condolences for the death of Louis 'Thomas' Nelson.
This bill is a formal expression of sympathy for the passing of Louis 'Thomas' Nelson. It is a resolution adopted by the Senate to honor his memory.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
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The revised resolution expresses sincere condolences for the passing of Louis "Thomas" Nelson, but it adds significant details about his life and contributions to the community. The updated version highlights his long service as a police juror and mayor, his work on the Cade Water System and Community Center, and his dedication to the local school district as a bus driver. This matters because it honors his legacy, recognizing not just his role in politics but his deep commitment to improving the lives of those in his community.
SLS 26RS-2425 ORIGINAL Regular Session ENROLLED SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
146 BY SENATOR MIGUEZ CONDOLENCES.A RESOLUTION To express the sincere and heartfelt condolences of the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana upon the passing of Louis "Thomas" Nelson.
Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences for the death of Louis "Thomas" Nelson.
A RESOLUTION To express the sincere and heartfelt condolences of the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana upon the passing of Louis "Thomas" Nelson.
and WHEREAS, ThomasNelson'sThomas Nelson's life was dedicatedto public service,integrity,andan unwavering commitment to helping others;
and WHEREAS, ThomasworkeddiligentlyonbehalfofhisconstituentstoThomasworkeddiligentlyonbehalfofhisconstituents establishtheto establish the Cade Water System, ensuring families in the area have access to this essential resource for years to come, and to build and maintain the Cade Community Center, which continues to serve as a hub for community life;
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ThePRESIDENT originalOF instrumentTHE andSENATE thePage following2 digest, which constitutes no part of the2 legislative instrument, were prepared by Senate Legislative Services.
The keyword, summary, and digest do not constitute part of the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent.
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1:13(B) and 24:177(E)] DIGEST SR 146 Original 2026 Regular Session Miguez Expresses condolences upon the passing of Louis "Thomas" Nelson.
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Action History
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Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/2/2026.
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Called from the Calendar.
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Read by title and adopted.
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Read by title and returned to the Calendar, subject to call.
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Rules suspended. Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.
Sponsors
- Blake Miguez · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Blake Miguez Republican
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (146)
146 members have not signed on to this bill.
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- SR 146 is sponsored by Blake Miguez (Republican).
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- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced May 21, 2026. Enacted.
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