Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced Bipartisan · 1 D · 1 R cosponsors

HR 377 — COMMENDATIONS: Commends Louisiana Department of Education 2026 Elementary Student of the Year Sanil Savita Thorat

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 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on May 29, 2026.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Prognosis

Stalled 26% · moderate confidence

  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    1 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (1 D · 1 R) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

The bill commends Sanil Savita Thorat for being the 2026 Elementary Student of the Year.

This legislation formally recognizes Sanil Savita Thorat as the 2026 Elementary Student of the Year from the Louisiana Department of Education. It is a commendation honoring her achievements.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The amendment to HR 377 officially commends Sanil Savita Thorat as the Louisiana Department of Education's 2026 Elementary Student of the Year, highlighting his academic achievements and community involvement. The resolution includes details about his accomplishments, such as participating in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and his volunteer work. This recognition matters because it honors his hard work and inspires other students in Louisiana to strive for excellence.

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HLS 26RS-6208 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
ENROLLED Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
377 BY REPRESENTATIVES PHELPS AND TURNER COMMENDATIONS:
377 BY REPRESENTATIVES PHELPS AND TURNER A RESOLUTION To commend Louisiana Department of Education 2026 Elementary Student of the Year Sanil Savita Thorat.
Commends Louisiana Department of Education 2026 Elementary Student of the Year Sanil Savita Thorat A RESOLUTION To commend Louisiana Department of Education 2026 Elementary Student of the Year Sanil Savita Thorat.
and WHEREAS, Sanil Savita Thorat is most deservingof recognition for bringinggreat pride to Caddo Parish and the state of Louisiana through his outstanding achievements.
and WHEREAS, Sanil Savita Thorat is most deservingof recognition for bringing great pride to Caddo Parish and the state of Louisiana through his outstanding achievements.
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377 THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Louisiana Department of Education 2026 ElementaryStudentoftheYearSanilSavitaThorat;doesherebyrecognizehimforbuilding a strong foundation for the future success of the state;
377 ENROLLED THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Louisiana Department of Education 2026 ElementaryStudentoftheYearSanilSavitaThorat;doesherebyrecognizehimforbuilding a strong foundation for the future success of the state;
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 377 Original 2026 Regular Session Phelps CommendsLa.Dept.ofEducation2026ElementaryStudentoftheYearSanilSavitaThorat.
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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. Read by title, adopted.

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

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

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1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 145 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (145)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HR 377?
HR 377 is sponsored by Christopher Turner (Republican) and Tammy T. Phelps (Democrat).
What is the current status of HR 377?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced May 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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