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SR 73

COMMENDATIONS: Commends and congratulates Ferdie P. Genre on winning the 2026 LEDC Bob Easterly Award.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Valarie Hodges

Louisiana Senate resolution publicly recognizes Ferdie Genre for his four-decade career in accounting and leadership in economic development in Livingston Parish.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 4/16/2026.
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Bill Summary · SR 73

Summary of Senate Resolution 73 (SR 73), 2026 Regular Session – Louisiana

Purpose

  • Commend and congratulate Fernand "Ferdie" P. Genre for receiving the Livingston Economic Development Council (LEDC) Bob Easterly Award.

Key Provisions and Content

  • SR 73 formally recognizes Ferdie P. Genre for his service and contributions to economic development in Livingston Parish.
  • The resolution explains the Bob Easterly Award’s purpose:
    • Named in honor of Robert "Bob" Easterly, a founding member and past president of LEDC.
    • Award honors individuals who exemplify outstanding service and commitment to enhancing economic development and growth in Livingston Parish.
  • Grounds for recognition highlighted in the resolution:
    • Ferdie Genre is a distinguished certified public accountant with over four decades of service.
    • Forty-three-year career in public accounting, including forty years with Hannis T. Bourgeois, LLP.
    • Experience in providing financial guidance to individuals, small businesses, non-profit organizations, and governmental entities.
    • Former governmental practice leader and office lead for Hannis T. Bourgeois in Denham Springs.
    • Educational background: Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Southeastern Louisiana University.
    • Extensive community involvement: long-term board member and treasurer of LEDC; active participation on various boards, clubs, and in his church.

Who/What is Affected

  • Recognition and public acknowledgment by the Louisiana Senate.
  • Ferdie Genre receives a formal commendation from the Louisiana Senate, which is transmitted to him.

Procedural/Timeline Aspects

  • Action history:
    • 2026-04-13: Introduced in the Senate; read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.
    • 2026-04-14: Read by title and adopted.
  • Sponsors:
    • Primary sponsor: Senator Valarie Hodges
    • Co-sponsor: Senator Hodges (listed as co-sponsor in the provided information)
  • Effective effect: As a resolution, it serves as a ceremonial commendation and does not create new law or fiscal obligations.

Overall Impact

  • The bill is a ceremonial measure recognizing an individual for notable contributions to economic development in Livingston Parish.
  • It highlights the values of leadership, service, professional excellence, and community involvement.
  • There are no anticipated fiscal impacts or regulatory changes; the primary effect is public recognition and a formal statement of appreciation from the Louisiana Legislature.

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

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