SCR 45 — CONDOLENCES: Expresses sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Allyce Trapp Alexander on the occasion of her passing.
Last action — Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate on 5/7/2026.
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced April 27, 2026. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on May 11, 2026.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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38 sponsors
1 primary, 37 co-sponsors signed on.
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Bipartisan support
Sponsored across 2 parties (27 R · 11 D) — cross-party backing.
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 2 recorded votes so far.
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Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
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The revised version of SCR 45 expands the list of senators sponsoring the bill and provides more details about Allyce Trapp Alexander's life and accomplishments. It includes information about her education, participation in school activities, and her cultural contributions, which help paint a fuller picture of her impact on the community. This matters because it honors her legacy more comprehensively, allowing the legislature to express not only their condolences but also a deeper appreciation for her contributions to Louisiana.
SLS 26RS-708 ORIGINAL Regular Session ENROLLED SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO.
45 BY SENATORS REESE, ABRAHAM, ALLAIN, BARROW, BARTHELEMY, BASS, BOUDREAUX, CARTER, CATHEY, FESICLOUD, CONNICK, DUPLESSIS,FESI,FOIL,HARRIS,HENRY,HENSGENS,HODGES, JACKSON-ANDREWS, JENKINS, KLEINPETER, LAMBERT, LUNEAU, MCMATH, MIGUEZ, MILLER, MIZELL, MORRIS, MYERS,OWEN,PRESSLY,PRICE,SEABAUGH,SELDERS,STINE, TALBOT, WHEAT AND LUNEAUWOMACK CONDOLENCES.A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To express the sincere condolences of the Legislature of Louisiana upon the passing of Allyce Trapp Alexander, and to celebrate her remarkable life, her service to the people of Louisiana, and the love she shared with all who knew her.
Expresses sincereand heartfeltcondolencesto the familyand friends of Allyce Trapp Alexander on the occasion of her passing.
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To express the sincere condolences of the Legislature of Louisiana upon the passing of Allyce Trapp Alexander, and to celebrate her remarkable life, her service to the people of Louisiana, and the love she shared with all who knew her.
and WHEREAS, in 2012, Allyce moved to Baton Rouge to attend Louisiana State University, where she joined Chi Omega sorority, oversaw a student government election cycle,andearnedbothherbachelor'sandmaster'sdegreesfromtheManshipSchoolofMass PageCommunication; 1 of 3 SLS 26RS-708 ORIGINAL SCR NO.
45and Communication;WHEREAS, Allyce especially treasured her summer abroad in Germany and developed a lifelong passion for history, delighting in learning about British history, Page 1 of 3 SCR NO.
and45 WHEREAS,ENROLLED Allyce especially treasured her summer abroad in Germany and developed a lifelong passion for history, delighting in learning about British history, particularly the War of the Roses;
and WHEREAS, Allyce discovered her calling at the Louisiana State Capitol when she delivered a speech raising awareness about dyslexia, a learning disability she tirelessly managed,andinmanaged, doingsobecameanavidreaderwhooftencouldbefoundworkingthroughand in doing so became an avid readerwho often could be found reading through two books at once;
and WHEREAS,althoughtheLouisianaStateCapitolisoftenregardedasaseriousplace ofofweightydecisionsandlonghours,Allycehadtheremarkableabilitytobringsmilestoour weightyfaces,brighteningdifficult decisions and long hours, Allyce had a remarkable ability to bring smiles to our faces, brightening difficult days with her laughter, encouragement, and her unmistakable light;
and PageWHEREAS, 2in ofJune 32024, SLSAllyce 26RS-708was ORIGINALdiagnosed SCRwith NO.angiosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer, and she faced the disease with extraordinary courage, faith, and determination for sixteen months, inspiring all who walked beside her;
45 WHEREAS, in June 2024, Allyce was diagnosed with angiosarcoma, a rare and aggressivePage cancer,2 andof she3 facedSCR theNO. disease with extraordinary courage, faith, and determination for sixteen months, inspiring all who walked beside her;
and45 ENROLLED WHEREAS, Allyce is survived by her beloved husband, Wilson Alexander;
and WHEREAS,shewasprecededindeathbyhergrandparentsNolanLiretteSr.,HeinkeWHEREAS, TrappSr.,andAudreyTrapp,andshelookedforwardwithfaithtobeingreunitedwiththem,she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Nolan Lirette Sr., Heinke Trapp Sr., and Audrey Trapp, and she looked forward with faith to being reunited with them, as well as her cherished petspets, Quasimodo and Sophie;
IIhave have no complaints", a testament to her gratitude, resilience, and joyful spirit;
and WHEREAS, Allyce's life was a blessing to her family, her friends, her colleagues, andtoandtothestatesheloved,andhermemorywill thestatesheloved,andcontinueto hermemorywillcontinuetoinspirecompassion,service,andinspirecompassion,service,and grace in all who knew her.
ThePRESIDENT originalOF instrumentTHE andSENATE theSPEAKER followingOF digest,THE whichHOUSE constitutesOF noREPRESENTATIVES partPage 3 of the3 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.
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1:13(B) and 24:177(E)] DIGEST SCR 45 Original 2026 Regular Session Reese Expresses condolences upon the passing of Allyce Trapp Alexander.
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Action History
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Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate on 5/7/2026.
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Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate.
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Signed by the Speaker of the House.
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Read by title, concurred in.
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Received from the House without amendments.
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Received in the House from the Senate.
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Read by title. Lies over under the rules.
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Rules suspended.
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Read by title and adopted by a vote of 38 yeas and 0 nays. Ordered sent to the House.
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Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.
Sponsors
- Glen Womack · Cosponsor
- William "Bill" Wheat Jr. · Cosponsor
- Kirk Talbot · Cosponsor
- Jeremy Stine · Cosponsor
- Larry Selders · Cosponsor
- Alan Seabaugh · Cosponsor
- Edward J. Price · Cosponsor
- Thomas A. Pressly · Cosponsor
- Robert "Bob" Owen · Cosponsor
- Brach Jerad Myers · Cosponsor
- John C. "Jay" Morris · Cosponsor
- Beth Mizell · Cosponsor
- Gregory A. Miller · Cosponsor
- Blake Miguez · Cosponsor
- Patrick McMath · Cosponsor
- Eddie J. Lambert · Cosponsor
- Caleb Kleinpeter · Cosponsor
- Sam Jenkins · Cosponsor
- Katrina R. Jackson-Andrews · Cosponsor
- Valarie Hodges · Cosponsor
- Bob Hensgens · Cosponsor
- Cameron Henry · Cosponsor
- Jimmy Harris · Cosponsor
- Franklin J. Foil · Cosponsor
- Royce Duplessis · Cosponsor
- Patrick Connick · Cosponsor
- Heather Cloud · Cosponsor
- Gary Carter · Cosponsor
- Gerald Boudreaux · Cosponsor
- Adam Bass · Cosponsor
- Sidney Barthelemy II · Cosponsor
- Regina Barrow · Cosponsor
- Mark Abraham · Cosponsor
- Jay Luneau · Cosponsor
- Stewart Jr. Cathey · Cosponsor
- Robert Allain · Cosponsor
- Mike Reese · Primary
- Michael "Big Mike" Fesi · Cosponsor
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 37 co-sponsors · 109 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Mike Reese Republican
Co-sponsors (37)
- Glen Womack Republican
- Jr., William "Bill" Wheat Republican
- Kirk Talbot Republican
- Jeremy Stine Republican
- Larry Selders Democrat
- Alan Seabaugh Republican
- Edward J. Price Democrat
- Thomas A. Pressly Republican
- Robert "Bob" Owen Republican
- Brach Jerad Myers Republican
- John C. "Jay" Morris Republican
- Beth Mizell Republican
- Gregory A. Miller Republican
- Blake Miguez Republican
- Patrick McMath Republican
- Eddie J. Lambert Republican
- Caleb Kleinpeter Republican
- Sam Jenkins Democrat
- Katrina R. Jackson-Andrews Democrat
- Valarie Hodges Republican
- Bob Hensgens Republican
- Cameron Henry Republican
- Jimmy Harris Democrat
- Franklin J. Foil Republican
- Royce Duplessis Democrat
- Patrick Connick Republican
- Heather Cloud Republican
- Gary Carter Democrat
- Gerald Boudreaux Democrat
- Adam Bass Republican
- Sidney Barthelemy II Democrat
- Regina Barrow Democrat
- Mark Abraham Republican
- Jay Luneau Democrat
- Stewart Jr. Cathey Republican
- Robert Allain Republican
- Michael "Big Mike" Fesi Republican
Not signed on (109)
109 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 109 →"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 | Yea |
| 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 | Not Voting |
| Robert "Bob" Owen | Republican | Yea |
| Robert Allain | Republican | Yea |
| Stewart Jr. Cathey | Republican | Yea |
| Thomas A. Pressly | Republican | Yea |
| Valarie Hodges | Republican | Yea |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Yea |
| 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 | Not Voting |
| Robert "Bob" Owen | Republican | Yea |
| Robert Allain | Republican | Yea |
| Stewart Jr. Cathey | Republican | Yea |
| Thomas A. Pressly | Republican | Yea |
| Valarie Hodges | Republican | Yea |
Frequently asked questions
- Who sponsors SCR 45?
- SCR 45 is sponsored by Glen Womack (Republican), Jr., William "Bill" Wheat (Republican), Kirk Talbot (Republican), Jeremy Stine (Republican), Larry Selders (Democrat), Alan Seabaugh (Republican), Edward J. Price (Democrat), Thomas A. Pressly (Republican), Robert "Bob" Owen (Republican), Brach Jerad Myers (Republican), John C. "Jay" Morris (Republican), Beth Mizell (Republican), Gregory A. Miller (Republican), Blake Miguez (Republican), Patrick McMath (Republican), Eddie J. Lambert (Republican), Caleb Kleinpeter (Republican), Sam Jenkins (Democrat), Katrina R. Jackson-Andrews (Democrat), Valarie Hodges (Republican), Bob Hensgens (Republican), Cameron Henry (Republican), Jimmy Harris (Democrat), Franklin J. Foil (Republican), Royce Duplessis (Democrat), Patrick Connick (Republican), Heather Cloud (Republican), Gary Carter (Democrat), Gerald Boudreaux (Democrat), Adam Bass (Republican), Sidney Barthelemy II (Democrat), Regina Barrow (Democrat), Mark Abraham (Republican), Jay Luneau (Democrat), Stewart Jr. Cathey (Republican), Robert Allain (Republican), Mike Reese (Republican), and Michael "Big Mike" Fesi (Republican).
- What is the current status of SCR 45?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced April 27, 2026. Enacted.
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