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SCR 77

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Grambling State University upon the celebration of the centennial anniversary of Tiger Athletics and recognizes its enduring legacy of athletic excellence and its contributions to the Southwestern Athletic Conference, state of Louisiana, and nation.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Steven Jackson and 1 co-sponsor

Louisiana Senate SCR 77 formally commends Grambling State University for 100 years of Tiger Athletics, recognizing athletic success and its impact on students and the state.

Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate.
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Bill Summary · SCR 77

Overview

  • Type: Louisiana Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR 77)
  • Session: 2026 Regular Session
  • Sponsor: Senator Jay Luneau (co-sponsor)
  • Jurisdiction: Louisiana
  • Title: COMMENDATIONS: Commends Grambling State University upon the celebration of the centennial anniversary of Tiger Athletics

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill commends Grambling State University (GSU) for celebrating the centennial anniversary of Tiger Athletics in 2026.
  • It recognizes GSU’s enduring legacy of athletic excellence and its contributions to the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), the state of Louisiana, and the United States.

Key Provisions

  • Expresses formal commendation from the Louisiana Legislature to Grambling State University for 100 years of Tiger Athletics.
  • Highlights that GSU sponsors fifteen varsity sports for men and women, competes at the NCAA Division I level, and is a member of the SWAC.
  • Acknowledges GSU’s record of success, featuring more than 120 conference championships.
  • Emphasizes the role of Tiger Athletics in fostering school spirit, institutional pride, and student development (discipline, leadership, teamwork, perseverance).
  • Pays tribute to the historic legacy of GSU athletics, including contributions of legendary football coach Eddie G. Robinson Sr.
  • Frames the centennial celebration as an occasion to honor coaches, student-athletes, administrators, staff, alumni, and supporters.
  • Encourages continued legacy and success in Tiger Athletics for future generations.

Who Is Affected

  • Grambling State University and its athletics programs (GSU’s student-athletes, coaches, staff, administrators, alumni, and supporters).
  • The broader LSU community, particularly the SWAC, and the state of Louisiana, which are recognized for their association with GSU’s athletics heritage.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The bill was introduced in the Senate and its rules were suspended for consideration, with action history showing introduction in May 2026 and placement on the calendar for a second reading.
  • This is a ceremonial/expressive measure (a resolution) rather than substantive policy or funding legislation.
  • A copy of the resolution would be transmitted to Grambling State University upon adoption.

Potential Impact

  • Formal recognition of Grambling State University’s athletic legacy by the Louisiana Legislature.
  • May bolster public awareness and pride in GSU’s athletics history and its contributions to Louisiana athletics and education.
  • No financial appropriations or policy changes are specified in the text; the impact is largely symbolic and ceremonial.

Summary

SCR 77 commends Grambling State University for the centennial of Tiger Athletics, underscoring a century of athletic achievement, conference contributions, and positive impact on students and the state. It honors the program’s history, including notable figures, and invites continued excellence, with the resolution to be sent to the university if adopted.

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

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