Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HR 293 — SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 20, 2026, as Tourism 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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    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 May 18, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on May 20, 2026.

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In plain language

Designates May 20, 2026, as Tourism Day at the state capitol.

This bill officially marks May 20, 2026, as Tourism Day at the state capitol. It aims to recognize the importance of the tourism industry.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The amended version of Bill HR 293 designates May 20, 2026, as Tourism Day at the Louisiana state capitol and includes several details about the importance of the tourism industry. This version highlights the economic impact of tourism, including job creation and visitor spending statistics, emphasizing that tourism is solely funded through a small sales tax rather than state funds. These additions provide context to the resolution, reinforcing appreciation for the travel industry and its role in supporting Louisiana's economy, making the case for acknowledging its contributions on this special day.

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HLS 26RS-4863 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
ENROLLED Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
293 BY REPRESENTATIVE CHANCE HENRY SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH:
293 BY REPRESENTATIVE CHANCE HENRY A RESOLUTION To designate Wednesday, May 20, 2026, as Tourism Day at the state capitol.
Designates May 20, 2026, as Tourism Day at the state capitol A RESOLUTION To designate Wednesday, May 20, 2026, as Tourism Day at the state capitol.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does herebydesignate Wednesday, May20,2026,as Tourism Day at the state capitol and does hereby express appreciation and support for the outstanding work of the Louisiana travel industry in its mission to attract visitors and provide ambassadorial and financial benefits to the state.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does herebydesignateWednesday,May20, 2026, as Tourism Day at the state capitol and does hereby express appreciation and support for the outstanding work of the Louisiana travel industry in its mission to attract visitors and provide ambassadorial and financial benefits to the state.
Page 1 of 2 HLS 26RS-4863 ORIGINAL HR NO.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Page 1 of 1
293 DIGEST ThedigestprintedbelowwaspreparedbyHouseLegislative Services.
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 293 Original 2026 Regular Session Chance Henry Designates May 20, 2026, as Tourism Day at the state capitol.
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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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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (146)

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Who sponsors HR 293?
HR 293 is sponsored by Chance Keith Henry (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 293?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced May 18, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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