COMMENDATIONS: Commends and congratulates Marvin Self on his 99th birthday.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Abraham

Louisiana Senate honors Marvin Self on his 99th birthday for military service, a long oil industry career, community and church work, family, and contributions to Louisiana.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/2/2026.

Summary of SR 188 (2026) – Louisiana

Purpose

A Senate Resolution commending and congratulating Marvin Self on the occasion of his 99th birthday.

Recognizes Self’s life of service, achievement, and dedication to family, community, state, and nation.

Key Provisions and Provisions in the Bill

The resolution states that Marvin Self was born May 28, 1927, in Beaumont, Texas, and moved to Evangeline, Louisiana, in 1935.

It outlines Self’s:

Early athletic activity in high school (Iota High School) and enlistment in the U.S. Navy at age 17.
Post-service education and career, including time at McNeese Junior College and Louisiana State University (LSU).
Service in the Korean Conflict while at LSU.
Family life, marriage to Shirley Kerr (1951) and their four children.
Community involvement in scouting, church activities, and local organizations.
Professional career with Olin Mathieson (1951–1954), Dresser Magcobar (1954–1986), and founding All Star Consultants (1986–2013).
Leadership on boards of oilfield-related companies and missionary work with St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, including Honduras missions.
Personal interests such as international travel, retirement activities (day trading, gardening, caring for dogs Scout and Rafa).

The text of the resolution concludes by:

Declaring May 28, 2026, as Marvin Self’s 99th birthday.
Commending and congratulating Self for his lifetime of service to country, state, and community.
Directing that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to Marvin Self.

Who/What Would Be Affected

Marvin Self would be the primary individual recognized by the resolution.

The resolution serves as a formal ceremonial acknowledgment by the Louisiana Senate.

No direct legal or financial obligations are imposed; it is an expression of honor and esteem.

Procedural/Timeline Aspects

Introduced in the Senate during the 2026 Regular Session.

Sponsor: Senator Mark Abraham (co-sponsor).

Actions noted: Rules suspended, introduced, read by title, and placed on the Calendar for a second reading (as of the action history).

The text indicates the resolution is ceremonial in nature and does not amend statutes or create enforceable requirements.

Bottom Line

SR 188 is a ceremonial measure by the Louisiana Senate to honor Marvin Self on his 99th birthday, highlighting his military service, long-standing career in the oil industry, community and church involvement, family life, and travel, and expressing appreciation for his contributions to Louisiana and beyond.