Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Enacted Bipartisan · 21 R · 4 D cosponsors

HCR 44 — COMMENDATIONS: Commends Emile Myers on the success of his annual philanthropic endeavor, "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser"

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 enacted into law. Introduced April 01, 2026. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on April 14, 2026.

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Prognosis

Likely to advance 82% · high confidence
  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 25 sponsors

    1 primary, 24 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (21 R · 4 D) — cross-party backing.

  • Mixed recorded votes

    1 passed, 1 failed in recorded votes so far.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

30 added · 38 removed

Plain-language change summary

The recent changes to HCR 44 include the addition of several lines that highlight specific achievements and the broader impact of Emile Myers’ "Hot Cocoa Fundraiser." The resolution now emphasizes how the fundraiser has raised over $100,000 for various local charities and recognizes Emile’s influence in inspiring community involvement and future young philanthropists. This matters because it not only honors Emile’s contributions but also encourages a culture of giving and leadership among youth in the community.

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HLS 26RS-1501 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO.
ENROLLED Regular Session HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO.
44 BY REPRESENTATIVES SPELL, BEAULLIEU, BOUDREAUX, BOURRIAQUE, BOYER, BRYANT, CARLSON, CHASSION, DEVILLIER, HEBERT, CHANCE HENRY, AND JACOB LANDRY AND SENATORS ABRAHAM, ALLAIN, BOUDREAUX, CLOUD, HENSGENS, KLEINPETER, LAMBERT, MIGUEZ, MILLER, PRICE, REESE, AND STINE COMMENDATIONS:
44 BY REPRESENTATIVES SPELL, BEAULLIEU, BOUDREAUX, BOURRIAQUE, BOYER, BRYANT, CARLSON, CHASSION, DEVILLIER, HEBERT, CHANCE HENRY, AND JACOB LANDRY AND SENATORS ABRAHAM, ALLAIN, BOUDREAUX, CLOUD, HENSGENS, KLEINPETER, LAMBERT, MIGUEZ, MILLER, PRICE, REESE, AND STINE A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To commend Emile Myers on the success of his annual philanthropic endeavor, "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser".
Commends Emile Myersonthesuccessofhis annualphilanthropic endeavor, "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser" A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To commend Emile Myers on the success of his annual philanthropic endeavor, "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser".
and WHEREAS, over the past seven years, "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser" has grown into a beloved annual holidayevent;
and WHEREAS, over the past seven years, "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser" has grown into a beloved annual holidayevent;the stand has raised over one hundred thousand dollars tobenefitnumerouslocalnonprofitorganizations,includingSt.JosephDiner,Boys &Girls ClubofAcadiana,CatholicCharitiesofAcadiana,AmericanCancerSociety,JuniorLeague of Lafayette, and others;
the stand has raised over one hundredthousanddollars tobenefitnumerouslocalnonprofitorganizations,includingSt.JosephDiner,Boys &Girls ClubofAcadiana,CatholicCharitiesofAcadiana,AmericanCancerSociety,JuniorLeague of Lafayette, and others;
and WHEREAS, Emile plans to pass his fundraiser on to the next generation of young philanthropists, and he is committed to serving as a mentor to help the event continue to grow,inspireservice,andstrengthenthespiritofgenerositywithin thecommunityforyears to come;
and WHEREAS, Emile plans to pass his fundraiser on to the next generation of young philanthropists, and he is committed to serving as a mentor to help the event continue to grow,inspireservice,andstrengthenthespirit ofgenerositywithin thecommunityforyears to come;
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and WHEREAS, it is most fitting to recognize Emile Myers for his remarkable compassion, leadership,and commitment to improvingthe lives of others and to honor him for demonstrating the profound impact that the state's youth can have when they choose to lead with their hearts.
44 WHEREAS, it is most fitting to recognize Emile Myers for his remarkable compassion, leadership,and commitment to improving the lives of others and to honor him for demonstrating the profound impact that the state's youth can have when they choose to lead with their hearts.
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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Emile Myers on the success of his annual philanthropic endeavor, "Emile's Hot CocoaFundraiser"anddoesherebyextendenduringappreciationforhis lastingcommunity impact and continued legacy of youth-led service.
44 ENROLLED THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Emile Myers on the success of his annual philanthropic endeavor, "Emile's Hot CocoaFundraiser"anddoesherebyextendenduringappreciationforhis lastingcommunity impact and continued legacy of youth-led service.
DIGEST ThedigestprintedbelowwaspreparedbyHouseLegislative Services.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE Page 2 of 2
Itconstitutes 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)] HCR 44 Original 2026 Regular Session Spell Commends Emile Myers on the successof his annual philanthropic endeavor, "Emile's Hot Cocoa Fundraiser".
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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. Signed by the President of the Senate.

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

  4. Received from the Senate without amendments.

  5. Read by title and concurred in by a vote of 35 yeas and 0 nays. Ordered returned to the House.

  6. Read by title, adopted, ordered to the Senate.

  7. Received in the Senate. Read first time by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.

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

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 24 co-sponsors · 122 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (24)

Not signed on (122)

122 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"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.

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Votes

CO-AUTHORS (#274)

Failed 13 Yea · 0 Nay · 26 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 1000
Republican 70020
Democrat 5006
Total 130026
% of votes cast 33%0%0%67%
How each member voted (39)
Member Party Vote
Mr. President — Yea
Edward J. Price Democrat Not Voting
Gary Carter Democrat Yea
Gerald Boudreaux Democrat Not Voting
Jay Luneau Democrat Yea
Jimmy Harris Democrat Not Voting
Katrina R. Jackson-Andrews Democrat Yea
Larry Selders Democrat Yea
Regina Barrow Democrat Yea
Royce Duplessis Democrat Not Voting
Sam Jenkins Democrat Not Voting
Sidney Barthelemy II Democrat Not Voting
Adam Bass Republican Yea
Alan Seabaugh Republican Not Voting
Beth Mizell Republican Yea
Blake Miguez Republican Not Voting
Bob Hensgens Republican Yea
Brach Jerad Myers Republican Not Voting
Caleb Kleinpeter Republican Not Voting
Eddie J. Lambert Republican Not Voting
Franklin J. Foil Republican Yea
Glen Womack Republican Yea
Gregory A. Miller Republican Yea
Heather Cloud Republican Not Voting
Jeremy Stine Republican Yea
John C. "Jay" Morris Republican Not Voting
Jr., William "Bill" Wheat Republican Not Voting
Kirk Talbot Republican Not Voting
Mark Abraham Republican Not Voting
Michael "Big Mike" Fesi Republican Not Voting
Mike Reese Republican Not Voting
Patrick Connick Republican Not Voting
Patrick McMath Republican Not Voting
Rick Edmonds Republican Not Voting
Robert "Bob" Owen Republican Not Voting
Robert Allain Republican Not Voting
Stewart Jr. Cathey Republican Not Voting
Thomas A. Pressly Republican Not Voting
Valarie Hodges Republican Not Voting

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CONCUR (#273)

Passed 35 Yea · 0 Nay · 4 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 1000
Republican 24003
Democrat 10001
Total 35004
% of votes cast 90%0%0%10%
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 Not Voting
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 Not Voting
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 Not Voting
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

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HCR 44?
HCR 44 is sponsored by Jeremy Stine (Republican), Mike Reese (Republican), Edward J. Price (Democrat), Thomas A. Pressly (Republican), Gregory A. Miller (Republican), Blake Miguez (Republican), Eddie J. Lambert (Republican), Caleb Kleinpeter (Republican), Bob Hensgens (Republican), Heather Cloud (Republican), Gerald Boudreaux (Democrat), Robert Allain (Republican), Mark Abraham (Republican), Jacob Jules Landry (Republican), Chance Keith Henry (Republican), Troy Jude Hebert (Republican), Phillip DeVillier (Republican), Tehmi Jahi Chassion (Democrat), Josh Carlson (Republican), Marcus Anthony Bryant (Democrat), Chad Michael Boyer (Republican), Ryan Bourriaque (Republican), Doyle Boudreaux (Republican), IV, Gerald "Beau" Beaullieu (Republican), and Annie Spell (Republican).
What is the current status of HCR 44?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced April 01, 2026. Enacted.
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