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HR 140

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Freddy Yoder for more than thirty years of service with the Lakeview Civic Improvement Association in New Orleans

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stephanie Hilferty

A ceremonial resolution commends Freddy Yoder for more than 30 years of leadership and civic service with the Lakeview Civic Improvement Association in New Orleans.

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 140

Summary of Bill HR 140 (2026 Regular Session, Louisiana)

Title

Commends Freddy Yoder for more than thirty years of service with the Lakeview Civic Improvement Association in New Orleans

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a House Resolution that formally commends and recognizes Freddy Yoder for his long-standing service (more than 30 years) with the Lakeview Civic Improvement Association in New Orleans.
  • It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his leadership, dedication to civic engagement, and contributions to the Lakeview community.

Key Provisions and Provisions Changes

  • The resolution explicitly praises Freddy Yoder for:
    • More than three decades of service with the Lakeview Civic Improvement Association.
    • Inspiring civic engagement, volunteerism, and public service within the Lakeview community.
    • Championing infrastructure funding and facilitating collaboration among communities, businesses, and government to improve education, safety, and development in Lakeview.
    • Co-founding Louisiana’s first Crime Prevention District (the Lakeview Crime Prevention District).
    • Helping restore and beautify New Basin Canal Park after Hurricane Katrina and transforming the area into a vibrant community space.
  • The resolution states that Yoder is deserving of the highest recognition for his contributions.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary Subject: Freddy Yoder (individual honoree).
  • Indirectly affected: The Lakeview community and its residents, through recognition of leadership and the historical contributions of the Lakeview Civic Improvement Association.
  • The Lakeview Civic Improvement Association is recognized for its role in community improvement and crime prevention initiatives.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Process: The resolution is proposed by Representative Hilferty (co-sponsored by Stephanie Hilferty).
  • Status Timeline (as provided in action history):
    • 2026-04-15: Read by title and adopted.
    • 2026-04-16: Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.
    • 2026-04-17: Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with House rules.
  • This is a ceremonial legislative action, not a bill that enacts new laws or spending; it serves to publicly commend an individual.

Additional Notes

  • There are no fiscal implications or policy changes attached to this resolution.
  • The document functions as a formal expression of appreciation and does not create regulatory or financial obligations for the state.

If you’d like, I can provide a shorter one-paragraph version or expand with context about what a Crime Prevention District is and how such community initiatives typically operate in Louisiana.

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

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