Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

HR 409 — CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter

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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 June 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on June 01, 2026.

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In plain language

This bill expresses condolences for the death of Pastor Steven 'Troy' Carter.

The House of Representatives has officially expressed its condolences regarding the passing of Pastor Steven 'Troy' Carter. This is a formal acknowledgment of his impact and contributions.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

32 added · 41 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of HR 409 has added more personal details about Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter, including his family, community contributions, and work history. It now emphasizes his dedication as a pastor and a community figure, highlighting how he touched the lives of many. These changes matter because they provide a deeper understanding of his impact on those around him, which can help the community honor his legacy more fully.

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HLS 26RS-6327 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
ENROLLED Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
409 BY REPRESENTATIVE MARCELLE CONDOLENCES:
409 BY REPRESENTATIVE MARCELLE A RESOLUTION To express the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter.
ExpressesthecondolencesoftheHouseofRepresentativesonthedeath of Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter A RESOLUTION To express the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter.
he was a pillar of the communitywho was always willing to lend a helping hand;
he was a pillar of the community who was always willing to lend a helping hand;
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and WHEREAS, Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter is survived by his wife, Betty J.
409 WHEREAS, Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter is survived by his wife, Betty J.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby express heartfelt condolences on the death of Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter and does hereby extend sincere wishes that his family, friends, and loved ones find comfort in their shared memories of his beautiful life.
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DIGEST ThedigestprintedbelowwaspreparedbyHouseLegislative Services.
409 ENROLLED THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby express heartfelt condolences on the death of Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter and does hereby extend sincere wishes that his family, friends, and loved ones find comfort in their shared memories of his beautiful life.
It constitutes nopart of the legislative instrument.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Page 2 of 2
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 409 Original 2026 Regular Session Marcelle Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Pastor Steven "Troy" Carter.
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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, rules suspended, adopted.

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

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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 409?
HR 409 is sponsored by C. Denise Marcelle (Democrat).
What is the current status of HR 409?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced June 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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