Louisiana 2026 Regular Session Status: Enacted 3 R cosponsors

HCR 23 — COMMENDATIONS: Commends Katrice LaCour for his contributions in the Natchitoches Parish showcase on the occasion of Natchitoches 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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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced March 18, 2026. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Jeff Landry (Republican) on March 30, 2026.

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Likely to advance 76% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 3 sponsors

    1 primary, 2 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (3 R).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

52 added · 63 removed

Plain-language change summary

The amended version of Bill HCR 23 includes additional details about Katrice LaCour's background, accomplishments, and contributions to music education. Specifically, it lists his education, highlights his participation in various musical groups during college, and showcases his achievements with student orchestras, including awards and performances at notable venues. These enhancements provide a fuller picture of LaCour's impact on the community and the arts, underscoring the significance of recognizing his contributions during Natchitoches Day at the state capitol. This change matters because it honors LaCour's dedication and fosters pride in local achievements within the education and arts sectors.

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HLS 26RS-1441 ORIGINAL Regular Session HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO.
ENROLLED Regular Session HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO.
23 BY REPRESENTATIVES MCFARLAND, DEWITT, AND FIRMENT COMMENDATIONS:
23 BY REPRESENTATIVES MCFARLAND, DEWITT, AND FIRMENT A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To commend Katrice LaCour for his contributions in the Natchitoches Parish showcase on the occasion of Natchitoches Dayat the state capitol.
CommendsKatriceLaCourforhiscontributionsintheNatchitoches Parish showcase on the occasion of Natchitoches Dayat the state capitol A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To commend Katrice LaCour for his contributions in the Natchitoches Parish showcase on the occasion of Natchitoches Dayat the state capitol.
he attended Grambling State University and graduated in 1991 with a bachelor's degreein music education;
he attended Grambling State University and graduated in 1991 with abachelor's degreein music education;
his majorinstrument is thedoublebass and his minor is the trumpet;
his major instrument is the double bassandhis minor is the trumpet;
in 2019, the orchestra performed at Carnegie Hall and for Governor John Page 1 of 3 HLS 26RS-1441 ORIGINAL HCR NO.
in 2019, the orchestra performed at Carnegie Hall and for Governor John Bel Edwards;
23 Bel Edwards;
during the 2022-2023 school year, the orchestra returned to Disney and won Best in Class and first place overall;
during the 2022-2023 school year, the orchestra returned to Disneyand won Best in Class and first place overall;
and Page 1 of 2 HCR NO.
and WHEREAS, Mr.
23 ENROLLED WHEREAS, Mr.
ArmyMorale, Welfare, and Recreation Tours in the United States and South Korea;
Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Tours in the United States and South Korea;
he was selected to ride along with other accomplished musicians during the 2024 Rose Bowl Parade;
he was selected to ride along with other accomplished musicians during the Rose Bowl Parade;
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SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE Page 2 of 2
23 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)] HCR 23 Original 2026 Regular Session McFarland CommendsKatriceLaCourforhiscontributionsintheNatchitochesParishshowcaseonthe occasion of Natchitoches Dayat 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. Signed by the President of the Senate on 3/25/2026.

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

  4. Read by title and concurred in by a vote of 36 yeas and 0 nays. Ordered returned to the House.

  5. Received from the Senate without amendments.

  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.

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 144 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (2)

Not signed on (144)

144 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Votes

CONCUR (#120)

Passed 36 Yea · 0 Nay · 3 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 1000
Republican 25002
Democrat 10001
Total 36003
% of votes cast 92%0%0%8%
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 Yea
Jeremy Stine Republican Yea
John C. "Jay" Morris Republican Not Voting
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 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 23?
HCR 23 is sponsored by Michael "Gabe" Firment (Republican), Jason Brian DeWitt (Republican), and Jack McFarland (Republican).
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