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HR 240

COMMENDATIONS: Commends AMIkids Baton Rouge for its work to empower youth

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Barbara Carpenter

HR 240 commends AMIkids Baton Rouge for over 30 years of empowering youth through evidence-based programs and partnerships, highlighting strong postsecondary and certification outc

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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Bill Summary · HR 240

Summary of House Resolution HR 240 (2026, Louisiana)

Purpose

  • Commend AMIkids Baton Rouge for its work to empower youth. The resolution recognizes the organization’s contributions to the community and expresses best wishes for its continued success.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • This is a commemorative resolution, not a law that alters statutes or creates new programs. It formally acknowledges AMIkids Baton Rouge and its impact on youth.
  • The resolution highlights AMIkids’ approach and achievements, including its collaboration with local school districts and use of evidence-based programming to support academic success, behavioral improvement, and treatment services for vulnerable youth.

Who/What is Affected

  • AMIkids Baton Rouge is the primary beneficiary of the recognition.
  • The broader community, including local schools and youth served by AMIkids, is acknowledged in terms of advocacy and potential increased visibility.

Notable Details

  • The organization has been active for more than thirty years in Baton Rouge.
  • Reported outcomes cited in the resolution include:
    • 92% of AMIkids participants have clear education or career plans in the first year after high school.
    • 85% of students who enroll complete the Youth Build Program.
    • 90% of students obtain OSHA-10, OSHA-30, and forklift certifications.
  • The resolution emphasizes AMIkids’ role in empowering youth through partnerships, comprehensive services, and an evidence-based approach.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced in the 2026 Regular Session.
  • The sponsor is Representative Barbara Carpenter (with a co-sponsor as indicated).
  • Action noted: “Read by title” on May 5, 2026.
  • As a resolution, it does not create new law or fiscal obligations and does not establish a program or funding, but serves as formal commendation from the Louisiana House of Representatives.

Bottom Line

  • HR 240 is a formal, non-binding House resolution commending AMIkids Baton Rouge for over three decades of work empowering youth, highlighting their outcomes and community impact, and wishing continued success. It acknowledges collaboration with schools and the organization’s evidence-based approach to improving educational and career outcomes for at-risk youth.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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